Showers of blessings

As promised, here are pictures of the wonderful baby showers that we were blessed with. I was blown away but all the support and fun and gifts. :) We are still sorting through everything and it is a fun job.

The first was given by our friends from church. Tracey was gracious enough to let us have it in her home even though she's been busy with a precious new baby of her own. We had family that were willing to drive a ridiculous amount of time just to hang out with us for the weekend. And my sister, Lindsey cooked all the delectable looking goodies that tasted as good as they look. :) We definitely made some memories.



The second was hosted by my sister-in-law Kati (with lots of help from the rest of the family) at the church Josh grew up in. There were a lot of his family able to come join in celebrating. I was again blown away by all the love (even though I couldn't even remember everyone's names!). And Sophi is getting some very special homemade things that I know she will one day appreciate. And for the record, it takes exactly 12 squares of toilet paper to wrap around my stomach. lol



Thanks so much to everyone who was a part. And even if you couldn't make it, I really do appreciate all the support and encouragement we've gotten in the last months. I can't wait to introduce Sophia to you all!!!

Alright!

As of today, I am 37 weeks in. That means a) only 3 weeks left! b) she could technically come any time now and be full term - but it won't be that soon c) tomorrow is my last day of work! How's that for a run-sentence? lol

Because of all the driving I do with my job, my doctor didn't want me to continue working past 37 weeks. I was disappointed by this at first because it means that much of my time off is "wasted" before she even arrives. Of course, I am excited to be done with work for a few weeks either way. And pregnancy has become more ... physically demanding as the weeks go by, so it will be a relief to not have that responsibility.

It's really funny how many things in pregnancy don't seem like a big deal at all until I experience them for myself. Things like stretch marks (oh so many stretch marks!), cankles, the waddle, hot flashes, etc. No, it's not that big of a deal, yes it will be worth it, but still ...

I was going to post a new belly picture, but when I got dressed this morning my camera was still downstairs. And that just felt like too far to go. :) Just take my word for it, the belly is huge.

Overdue (for a post that is)

Thirty-three weeks! We are down to single digits - just seven weeks to go. We have been crazy busy in the last month which makes things go by quickly. I know that when I start my maternity leave (around 37 weeks) it will be hard to not have her here, but right now I'm looking forward to some down time just to get everything ready for her arrival. :) We'll see how that works out.

Pics soon to come of my wonderful baby shower!

Comments needed!

I'm trying to rig this curtain up in the baby's room so that it still lets the light in. I think this might be a winner, but I wonder if it looks a little funky all tied up. I want your opinion! Is this stylish or strange?

Bumptastic

Well, as of today I am 29 weeks (and as of this picture I was 28).

What's new? Sophie is growing of course, and my belly is expanding with her. This has led to the mysterious phenomenon know as the disappearing belly button. It started by stretching out into a gaping hole, then closed into a half moon, and now has become a deep slit. No big switch to a outie yet, but I'll keep you updated.

Also have discovered many, many new stretch marks. Looks a bit like fireworks on the bottom half of my stomach, but at least it's festive. The lines going down my thighs and up my sides on the other hand ...

I am definitely counting down now! I have 11 weeks left until my due date and only 8 weeks of work left.

Collage Catch-up

I didn't want these lovely pictures to go to waste. So here's a little snapshot (okay a lot of little snapshots) at the last month of our lives. :)

We are staying soooo busy right now that life is a little crazy. I'm loving it though. Can't believe September is almost over!

I wouldn't mind to visit

I was just reading online and found out that Universal Studios is doing a Harry Potter theme area of the park. I am probably behind on the times since it is due to open in the spring, but I had no idea this was in the works. And the thing is, I totally want to see it. :) I have never been to Universal Studios, but would jump at the chance to go back to Orlando and visit some Disney parks again. So, let's just add this to the dream agenda.