Never a Dull Moment

We've been going, going, going since Hudson blessed us with his presence in September and there have been absolutely zero dull moments around Casa De Huff.

Since finding out about Hudson's club feet, I knew that God would allow our story to provide comfort to other mama's and daddy's in their fear, and uncertainty with having a baby with club feet. I had faith that He would allow us to do it, I just didn't really know how.

In the past month, we were able to share our Hudson story on one of the Club Feet blogs that provided US with much comfort after finding out that Hudson had them. Faith, Feet, and Love allowed us to share our story on their blog, and we were so honored. Check it out for yourself here!

A few weeks ago, we were eating dinner and sat across from a young couple with a son around 18 months old who I noticed kept eying Hudson's brace (typical, as I get that a lot when we are out). I just figured they didn't knw what it was and wondered what I had done to my kid. Later, they got our attention and told us that their son had a brace as well, only he now only has to wear his at night. It was such a great reminder that you just never know who you might meet and what connection you might have with them!

My favorite time of day is when I get to cuddle and rock my little guy to sleep. I get to soak up these fleeting moments with him. We are absolutely loving how much he has turned our world upside down! It's SO hard to put into words what being a parent does to you, its incredibly spiritual and beautiful. LOVE that kid SOOOO much!

Here are some highlights of our last month, moments we are cherishing!

Couldn't help myself. This could be used for black mail one day. :) Or maybe just senior year of high school.

Hudson's first Easter

I love my family.

Hudson meeting his great-grandma Nita!

My big 6 month old boy!

Those eyes MELT my heart!

Miracle Feet

Our little family, love my boys!

I am totally biased, but he is a beautiful boy.

Change is abrewin'

In the last month we have -

1.  Had 2 doctors appointments (all appears normal except for baby's feet, which for us is a huge blessing!)
2. Nursery mostly set up - finished painting, crib, changing table, closet, etc.
3. Took a mini-vacation to the lake (one of our favorite places EVER!)
4. Decided on a name....Hudson Douglas :)
5. Started setting up and prepping 2 classrooms for the upcoming school year (Ry got a job!)

We also had our maternity session with Kim Joyce Photography!

So with all that being said, it's pretty much pointless for me to say that we've had a CRAZY summer so far. But it's been incredible all at the same time. As we start to look to the future we've got some even crazier months ahead of us! Just take a look at this...

• August - School starts for both, sale at Restoration Emporium (we are currently working to stock up our booth)

• September - Baby Hudson arrives (castings begin immediately after he's born, weekly), sale at Restoration Emporium, Anna takes maternity leave, Ry is coaching football...

• October - Hopefully will be a slower month as we will be adjusting to life with Hudson, and juggling all else (Anna will still be on maternity leave).

Okay, so since I am switching districts this year AND having a baby in September, I have been SUPER anxious about getting a lot accomplished in my classroom. I guess I just want to be ahead of the game this year since I had about a week to throw it all together last year! Luckily I was able to get right into my classroom right after school ended in May to move all my stuff in and put it away in cabinets so the custodial staff could clean. Well, they finished cleaning my room last week, so I was finally able to get in there and start making it happen this week!

Here are some pictures of the progress...still MUCH to accomplish but I feel like the bulk of it is complete :)

From doorway looking in

Outside of door

$5 Savers crate & some Pinterest inspired items

Trying a new thing this year...Bucket Fillers (waiting on the book to get here!)

Looking at the front of the room

View of back of the room

Star of the Week Board and Mrs. Huff's desk

My cabinets were really awkwardly placed and I had this weird unused space in between them, had some extra desks so decided to put one here to use as a safe seat/quiet spot.

View of doorway/front from my desk

Guided reading table

Sorry...out of order, but this one is of when you first walk in to the right. Student mail and calendar with important dates/announcements.