I hate earthquakes

Today we had an earthquake. The epicenter was really close to here. It was a 5.4. This is the strongest earthquake I can remember feeling and I grew up here in Southern California. The shaking wasn't so bad, but it was so loud and it went on for 15 seconds. Matt was in the playroom and a little freaked out, but probably more by me running in saying "it's OK" over and over. Kate was at school and they were outside for lunch. She said she didn't feel anything, she just heard the alarm and had to get under the table. Our phone still isn't working, thank goodness for cell phones, but even that was difficult to get through at times. I have to admit that I have been doing a pretty good job at getting our emergency kits ready, but there are still things I need to do, like know how to turn off the gas and water. I hope we never have to use them.

It's a.......

girl. We had our third ultrasound yesterday and they were finally able to see that it's a girl. Kate is excited, but Matt is a little disappointed. I am still not feeling that good, which is has been frustrating. I am not nauseous and throwing up anymore, but I am so tired and achy. This has been a really hard pregnancy, but I am over half way done. YEAH!

Kate started 1st grade

Can you believe it? And she loves it. I was worried that it would be hard for her to get up everyday and be at school all day long, but she is doing great. She is so excited to go and to do all the homework. I hope that she will always love school. Matt is a little lonely and bored, but he goes back to school tomorrow. I am going to have so much free time, or kid-free time, I love it.

Wii Played Wii

We had family night at Brandon's brother David and his wife Christy's house last Sunday. They have Wii and Brandon and his dad were boxing. It was so funny how serious they were. If you listen careful you can hear Kate encouraging her daddy.

Leaf Quilt Block Exchange

Last night we had our quilt block exchange (check out our blog here). Our latest blocks were fall leaves. Here is a picture of all the blocks laid out and one of the few of us that were able to make it to the exchange (there were 20 women involved).