What will the stork be delivering?

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Ok people, you all were right last time you were asked to vote.. .  I again want to know what you all think.  Will the Downs clan have a boy to level the playing field and bring balance to the house? Or will the ladies continue to rule the house…  enforcing tea parties before bedtime, princess themes in (what was supposed to be) daddy’s mancave, and cute/adorable ballerina Tutus as the must have fashion accessory?  Although I LOVE the endless hugs and kisses from my sweet lady Seanna, I would like to have a boy to fight the good fight with me when the ladies want to do girly things.

Oh man… this is scary.  I’ll admit it, I’m scared all over again.  I can’t imagine two girls.. I don’t know how I am going to do it.  I’ll be outnumbered…  3-1.

*Insert Drum Roll*

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Will the clan be having a Boy or another Girl?

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Note:  Voting will end on 5/21 at 3PM EST.

LIVE FEED from Dr.’s office will be posted here on 5/21 at 3PM as we discover the sex.  So stay tuned!

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The Sacrifices We Make As Working Moms

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I often think of Seanna througout the day. Its so hard being a working mom- you miss out on all of the day’s events and getting to spend precious time with your little one. I had a talk with a few of my co workers who shared the same sentiment. Its so hard leaving her in the morning- and having so little time at night to spend with her. It almost feels as if we are being cheated out of time with our kids. It is so amazing all of the growing that they do, and because you are working you miss on 80% of it. Seanna tells me at least 3 times a week that she doesn’t want to go to daycare, that she wants to stay with me and daddy. It breaks my heart- I tell her “I know baby, I dont want to go to work either, but I will see you later on today” She accepts it maturely, but I know she isn’t happy with it either :(
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Mystery Presents

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I have been finding something ”new” inside my purse for about 4 weeks. It started with a fish coin, then an Easter Egg, I thought it was funny finding it in my purse.  I had a feeling that a little someone had put it there- or maybe misplaced it.

 
A week later I found two little colored turtles- that we had given to Seanna as souvenir gifts from our trip to Mexico. That’s when I realized that she was leaving me these presents intentionally. This week, I found a crayon, some candy, a baby fork, princess makeup and the turtles that have mysteriosly returned. I asked her if she had put it in my purse and she just smiled. I know going through mommy’s purse is one of her favorite things to do.  I just didn’t know that she would start leaving mommy gifts.   She is so sweet! Oh what a thoughtful little girl that we have! What darling little purse presents :)   
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Preparing for Baby Downs #2- 1st Trimester

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I am so proud of our sweet little princess Seanna, she has grown up to be such a great little person.  She listens to us, and is very logical and understanding.  I am very certain that she will be a wonderful big sister to her little brother or sister.  I know she loves babies and is so nurturing and caring.  I have been feeling on and off during this pregnancy, I have my good moments and my really tough moments.  There are days that I just want to be in bed, but with my responsibilities to my family, I just can’t.  Whenever she sees that I am not feeling good, she comes over and gives me a kiss and asks me if “I am feeling good” It always brings a smile to my face.  She is so thoughtful and sweet.  I thank God so much for her, she is truly a wonderful blessing in our lives.

I am thankful to God for putting Alex in my life.  I know for a fact that He made him for me and made me for him.  This journey is so much better with him as my husband.  He is the most wonderful dad and husband a person can ask for, he takes initiative to care for and loves Seanna with everything that is in him.  Alex is definitely wise beyond his years.  He has used that wisdom and experience with his brothers to help mold the beautiful creature that is Seanna, and I am happy to be his student and to be along side him in this task of raising a lady and awesome kids.  The daunting tasks of life can get the best of us sometimes, but I am glad to know that he is patient, caring and loves his family above all. 
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The stork has been given notice..

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“Between you and me a new door opened
and someone, still faceless,
was waiting for us there.” -Neruda

“Entre tú y yo se abrió una nueva puerta
y alguien, sin rostro aún,
allí nos esperaba.” – Neruda

And so it is..
It has happened again.
Her and I.
We have linked each other’s souls.
Hand in hand, we have escaped to that secret place that we have visited once before
where entwined, with tenderness — with fury,
reached out to touch the core of our love,
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