In Memory of Opa/Great Opa Renkema

Opa Renkema passed away on Tuesday - he was in his nineties. He will be missed. Here is a neat picture of the four generations, specifically the four E. William Renkemas (left to right are Egbert William, Eric William, Evan William and Egbert William).

Pictures

We spend a lot of time these days on the couch. Darren enjoys lying on my belly - it's so convenient.

Evan, Reuben & Nadine were working so quietly and intently at Grandma's house. Poor Evan still looks so pale - he had a rough day there. No fun being sick.

Long-lost Uncle Dave and his two youngest nephews. I think Darren looks a lot like Uncle Steve here.

Grandma was over while we were all in the midst of being sick. Hopefully she hasn't caught it yet!

Feeling a little better

I had another appointment today - my last with the specialist!! Since I am past 36 weeks, the midwives can deliver, and I can give birth in Cobourg (which was my first choice with the boys as well!). He was pleased with the last ultrasound (baby is over 6 pounds now - a giant!). We are (still) so thankful and amazed at every week and day that this child stays put!

35.5 Weeks!

34.5 Weeks

I just had an obstetrician appointment yesterday, and he was very pleased. He figured that even if the baby decided to come right now, it should be able to come home with us - maybe a short 24-48 hour visit to the NICU! So now we just keep waiting, and wondering how long this little one can hang in there! Evan said to me a few days ago, "Mommy, I don't want the baby to come out today. Maybe someother day." Sounds good to us!

What a difference a year (and a bit) makes!

Some Christmas pictures

This is me at just over 33 weeks - the longest I've ever been pregnant! (and biggest I've ever gotten, too, I think!) I had an ultrasound on Wednesday (baby is 4lbs 14 oz!), and the technician said that I should be on "modified bedrest" - basically not doing much of anything. It's been great to have Eric home all week, and having people stop by and visit. Our fridge and freezer are full of food, and we are very thankful. Next week will be a long week though, I'm sure...the boys are used to a lot of attention now!
Uncle Steve, Tante Sarah and family stopped by for a few visits, and the cousins enjoyed playing together.

Darren and Eli having lunch together

Reuben, Evan, Judah and Nadine

When Uncle Adam arrived with Oma and Opa, Evan noticed from the window that he was wearing his Team Canada jersey. Right away, he needed to put his own on. That night, he told me that Uncle Adam was wearing his tomorrow, so they had to wear theirs tomorrow too. First thing in the morning (6:00) he wanted his jersey on!

Oma and Opa took the boys for walks, read them stories, and brought new farm toys!! A gravity wagon and a loader tractor "just like Opa's!"

Auntie Jenn, Uncle Brian and Izzy were here for a while too. Gimli didn't like Izzy that well. Darren thought Izzy's bed was a good place to sit!