That my nausea and nervousness are just as normal as could be!
Last night we went to Mom's for dinner-Ashley had requested chicken legs so Grandma made them. After visiting we didn't get home until after 10. I had a rather obnoxious meltdown and then everyone pitched in to get the things done that were eating me alive with worry.
We went to the doctor today and all is on schedule. I still have not dilated yet, that is the reason for the long process. They will start the process at 8pm tonight and we could have a baby anytime after that. I am hoping that my Dad gets here in time. I am pretty sure everyone else has cleared their calendars. The kids have decided to come to the hospital tomorrow morning and hang out so they are there when the baby comes.
Ashley has requested to be the first to hold the baby-after Alex and I do of couse. She is so excited, I just hope that it stays that way. I could not imagine how her heart will feel when she has to leave the baby and Daddy now. It is a good thing that she is a happy kid. She can be either a Mommy's girl or Daddy's girl. She is happy no matter where she is.
The doctor assured me that there will be sleeping medication and pain medication to help me through and that she will be there. I will tell you that my doctor is wonderful.
I am sure it will be several days now before I post again. Talk to you all soon!
Wednesday, June 21, 2006
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I think we are ready
Clothes are washed, bags are packed and there is a tentative game plan in place! Now, we just wait. My feet are swollen like a damn puffer fish and I am really tired of it. At this point, they actually hurt! One of my closest friends from high school Colleen is pregnant for the 2nd time. I told her yesterday that I am really thankful that it is not me that has to go through the whole summer pregnant! I could not imagine! This is her 2nd time around and she is due in November. She has a pretty bad 1st delivery, but thanks to the epidural did not even realize the pain she should have been feeling. This is all so scary. I am off to rest while I still have the chance!
Monday, June 19, 2006
50 hours till "GO"
It seems impossible that in about 50 hours I will be checking into the hospital and this whole process starts. My closest friend Missy walked me through the whole process this morning of what she went through and boy did she make it sound simple as pie! I hope that all goes well, but more importantly that the baby and Mom are safe. I am open to anything as long as we are both safe.
Alex's big question is what does the baby look like where mune is what is the baby. Most people are on the boy side. Only a few (Alex, Andy and Mom) are on the girl side. I have been convinced it is a boy since I found out. Time will tell...
I am still scared to death! Oh my gosh! I am hoping that my Dad is able to get here in due time-he cannot seem to keep all the details straight. I don't think I will allow Alex to leave my side for one minute. I need his strength so much! Gosh-what would I ever do without him. Krissy is going to be at the hospital or with the kids and Mom is also "on call". There is so much going on!
In just a few days I am going to actually be a Mom-amazing! Slowly, this is all hitting me!
Alex's big question is what does the baby look like where mune is what is the baby. Most people are on the boy side. Only a few (Alex, Andy and Mom) are on the girl side. I have been convinced it is a boy since I found out. Time will tell...
I am still scared to death! Oh my gosh! I am hoping that my Dad is able to get here in due time-he cannot seem to keep all the details straight. I don't think I will allow Alex to leave my side for one minute. I need his strength so much! Gosh-what would I ever do without him. Krissy is going to be at the hospital or with the kids and Mom is also "on call". There is so much going on!
In just a few days I am going to actually be a Mom-amazing! Slowly, this is all hitting me!
It has been a long while
I keep saying that I have to get better at this thing....
I am being induced on Wednesday so we should have this little one sometime on Thursday-God willing. I am scared to death, so any thoughts and prayers are more than welcome.
I have developed carpel tuinnel in both hands the last 2 weeks, so typing this blog is painful. I have also not started thank you's for the shower or the baby book I bought because it honestly hurts to hold a pen. It is the weirdest thing ever!
We had a rather busy weekend. Friday night Krissy camped out on Mom's back porch with the kids and 6 friends. Believe it or not, it went off without a hitch and a blast was had by all. Alex and I stayed there as well-inside of course! Abbie had a ball running and playing.
Saturday Dad and Sandy came up to visit for Father's Day so we had lunch and they all went swimming. I have become very swollen and was sick so I stayed home and napped! Once they left we went to Mom's to visit and make sure she was OK. John was out of town this weekend so it was up to us to make sure she was not lonely or anything.
Sunday we had church and then lunch and then went swimming. We gave Alex his Father's Day stuff, did laundry and watched 8 below-awesome movie. I am not a movie person in any way shape or form, but it was well worth the time.
There is so much to do before this little one comes, but part of me is just not worried about it. I have a lot of faith that everything will just be OK. I guess time will tell. I really need to relax these next few days to make sure all stays well with the baby and me.
I will keep you all updated!
I am being induced on Wednesday so we should have this little one sometime on Thursday-God willing. I am scared to death, so any thoughts and prayers are more than welcome.
I have developed carpel tuinnel in both hands the last 2 weeks, so typing this blog is painful. I have also not started thank you's for the shower or the baby book I bought because it honestly hurts to hold a pen. It is the weirdest thing ever!
We had a rather busy weekend. Friday night Krissy camped out on Mom's back porch with the kids and 6 friends. Believe it or not, it went off without a hitch and a blast was had by all. Alex and I stayed there as well-inside of course! Abbie had a ball running and playing.
Saturday Dad and Sandy came up to visit for Father's Day so we had lunch and they all went swimming. I have become very swollen and was sick so I stayed home and napped! Once they left we went to Mom's to visit and make sure she was OK. John was out of town this weekend so it was up to us to make sure she was not lonely or anything.
Sunday we had church and then lunch and then went swimming. We gave Alex his Father's Day stuff, did laundry and watched 8 below-awesome movie. I am not a movie person in any way shape or form, but it was well worth the time.
There is so much to do before this little one comes, but part of me is just not worried about it. I have a lot of faith that everything will just be OK. I guess time will tell. I really need to relax these next few days to make sure all stays well with the baby and me.
I will keep you all updated!
Saturday, June 10, 2006
Baby shower
What a wonderful day today was! Today was the shower for "baby bean". Mom and Krissy did an amazing job. My sister and mom just make me laugh. I am so luch like my mom that it scares me-in a good way. Krissy and I were at one time so different, but a lot alike now. I am blessed to have them be such a huge part of my life. They will be with us every step of the way and I find such comfort in that. I had braceltes made for them that say "aunt" and "grandma". I think they liked them a lot!
The shower was very low key and absolutely perfect. It is amazing to have everyone there that you care about celebrating with you. I really missed having my Grandma there, but I know in my heart she was. She was so excited about this baby and knew how much I wanted to be a Mom. We got a lot of wonderful gifts that we need for the baby. However, to me it is so much more than that. Most everyone that is important in my life was able to be there and that means so much to me. 2 of my friends from high school and their Mothers came from back home-it is funny how 11 years later nothing is the same. The few people that I have developed friendships with over the past 6 years were there as well and some family. Having people that I love share in my joy is something that makes my heart smile.
Alex came toward the end with Andy, my dad and PapPap. We all visited at Mom's for a while and talked about the baby. It was nice to be able to have my dad be part of the day too. I am so tired that I cannot believe it. My feet are VERY swollen and I am ready for bed. Krissy is here spending the night at the request of Ashley. I have a feeling that unless Krissy can find the ability to tell her "no", she will be spending many nights here. The kids absolutely love her-especially Ashley. She took an immediate liking to Krissy and was so excited to see her.
Today was exciting because of the shower, but more special than that. I woke up with this incredible feeling of being thankful. I am lucky to be married to someone that really makes my life wonderful. I told Alex yesterday how glad I was that I waited for him. I knew in my heart that there was someone for me and I truly believe that he is that person. I could not imagine sharing my life and starting a family with anyone else. He is my rock! I am terrified of the events to come in the next few weeks, but I know that he will be right by my side, and that is more than I could ever ask for.
Alex-I love you with all of my heart and soul. Thank you for being you, for loving me-even at my worst and for being everything I ever wanted in a husband and best friend. You are just WOW!
The shower was very low key and absolutely perfect. It is amazing to have everyone there that you care about celebrating with you. I really missed having my Grandma there, but I know in my heart she was. She was so excited about this baby and knew how much I wanted to be a Mom. We got a lot of wonderful gifts that we need for the baby. However, to me it is so much more than that. Most everyone that is important in my life was able to be there and that means so much to me. 2 of my friends from high school and their Mothers came from back home-it is funny how 11 years later nothing is the same. The few people that I have developed friendships with over the past 6 years were there as well and some family. Having people that I love share in my joy is something that makes my heart smile.
Alex came toward the end with Andy, my dad and PapPap. We all visited at Mom's for a while and talked about the baby. It was nice to be able to have my dad be part of the day too. I am so tired that I cannot believe it. My feet are VERY swollen and I am ready for bed. Krissy is here spending the night at the request of Ashley. I have a feeling that unless Krissy can find the ability to tell her "no", she will be spending many nights here. The kids absolutely love her-especially Ashley. She took an immediate liking to Krissy and was so excited to see her.
Today was exciting because of the shower, but more special than that. I woke up with this incredible feeling of being thankful. I am lucky to be married to someone that really makes my life wonderful. I told Alex yesterday how glad I was that I waited for him. I knew in my heart that there was someone for me and I truly believe that he is that person. I could not imagine sharing my life and starting a family with anyone else. He is my rock! I am terrified of the events to come in the next few weeks, but I know that he will be right by my side, and that is more than I could ever ask for.
Alex-I love you with all of my heart and soul. Thank you for being you, for loving me-even at my worst and for being everything I ever wanted in a husband and best friend. You are just WOW!
The kids!
Are finally here!!!
They got here last night sometime after 10:30. They were suppose to be here at 6:01, but thanks to some unforseen circumstances, they missed their flight. Needless to say, Alex was a little upset. It is amazing how much they change, yet it seems like they never left. I guess that is a good sign. We are just back into the swing of things.
Mom, John and Krissy came over to see them and then we put all their stuff away. The clothes they bring are always a challenge and not what they need for the summer. This year Alex and I had stuff on layaway, so we were better prepared for what usually happens. Now, we only have to spend about an additional $50-$75 dollars instead of a couple hundred!
At 1 we headed to Wal-Mart to purchase sleeping bags. Yes, the kids have a bed, but want to sleep on our floor. Last summer we spent a lot of time folding and unfolding blankets everyday, so this year we decided to just buy sleeping bags. We got home around 1:30 and headed to bed-finally! The kids tried to feel the baby move, but he was not up for any time of show. Hopefully today will be another story. Andy brought several pillows that he made for the baby adorable! They are so cute and little. Those are the things that always mean the most-homemade with love. He is an amazingly caring kid! Ashley is just straight thrilled about this baby. She is amazed by my belly and all that jazz.
I am so tired but cannot stay asleep for anything. Now, I just sit and wait for someone else to wake up. Poor Alex is sick, Abbie is so overwhelmed-but the kids are here and that is all that matters.
They got here last night sometime after 10:30. They were suppose to be here at 6:01, but thanks to some unforseen circumstances, they missed their flight. Needless to say, Alex was a little upset. It is amazing how much they change, yet it seems like they never left. I guess that is a good sign. We are just back into the swing of things.
Mom, John and Krissy came over to see them and then we put all their stuff away. The clothes they bring are always a challenge and not what they need for the summer. This year Alex and I had stuff on layaway, so we were better prepared for what usually happens. Now, we only have to spend about an additional $50-$75 dollars instead of a couple hundred!
At 1 we headed to Wal-Mart to purchase sleeping bags. Yes, the kids have a bed, but want to sleep on our floor. Last summer we spent a lot of time folding and unfolding blankets everyday, so this year we decided to just buy sleeping bags. We got home around 1:30 and headed to bed-finally! The kids tried to feel the baby move, but he was not up for any time of show. Hopefully today will be another story. Andy brought several pillows that he made for the baby adorable! They are so cute and little. Those are the things that always mean the most-homemade with love. He is an amazingly caring kid! Ashley is just straight thrilled about this baby. She is amazed by my belly and all that jazz.
I am so tired but cannot stay asleep for anything. Now, I just sit and wait for someone else to wake up. Poor Alex is sick, Abbie is so overwhelmed-but the kids are here and that is all that matters.
Wednesday, June 07, 2006
Are you kidding me?
I am going insane on this whole bed rest thing. I feel like I am going to lose my mind. I don't really think anyone gets how I feel right now. I am not sick, I feel absolutely fine in every way-except my mental state. I am bored off my ass, but cannot really do anything due to the doctor's orders. Tomorrow will be an ok day. Mom is taking me to the doctor and then I am going with her to the doctor. Tomorrow night we are going to start getting things ready for the shower. Friday I get to go to work for my "work shower" and then the kids come. So after today, I will be busy or at the very least have company everyday since the kids are coming Friday. I cannot wait to see them!
I have been doing some cleaning-a little at a time. If I don't get it done it will still be there when I am off bed rest and I cannot have that. I have had offers of help, but no one at the door actually helping. Why is that with people? Why say that you will help, but then never pull through? I don't get people sometimes. I would rather people just didn't offer anything. I have learned to count on myself and Alex that way there is not as much let down when people don't pull through. I will say though that when you go through things like this you really learn a lot about people in your life. It sure makes it easier on me the next time someone we know is dealing with a difficult situation.
My poor dog has to be totally sick of me. I also don't think it was the best thing for her that I am on bed rest. Now we have all this time together alone and in about 3 weeks she does not have me to herself anymore. I pray that she does OK with the baby. I would be heartsick if I didn't have her anymore. She is the best present I have ever received! I love her!
My friend Colleen is pregnant and learned last week that she has placenta previa. It is not threatening to the pregnancy, but she has to be careful and take things easy. She is not due until November so hopefully the condition will go away.
Alex has been wonderful that past few weeks. I know that I am driving him insane with my boredom, but I try. I am a lucky girl to have a man like him. He is the best husband and god bless america I am amazed that I found him. He is the father of my child, I could not imagine anything better. So babe, hang with me for a few more weeks-K?
I have been doing some cleaning-a little at a time. If I don't get it done it will still be there when I am off bed rest and I cannot have that. I have had offers of help, but no one at the door actually helping. Why is that with people? Why say that you will help, but then never pull through? I don't get people sometimes. I would rather people just didn't offer anything. I have learned to count on myself and Alex that way there is not as much let down when people don't pull through. I will say though that when you go through things like this you really learn a lot about people in your life. It sure makes it easier on me the next time someone we know is dealing with a difficult situation.
My poor dog has to be totally sick of me. I also don't think it was the best thing for her that I am on bed rest. Now we have all this time together alone and in about 3 weeks she does not have me to herself anymore. I pray that she does OK with the baby. I would be heartsick if I didn't have her anymore. She is the best present I have ever received! I love her!
My friend Colleen is pregnant and learned last week that she has placenta previa. It is not threatening to the pregnancy, but she has to be careful and take things easy. She is not due until November so hopefully the condition will go away.
Alex has been wonderful that past few weeks. I know that I am driving him insane with my boredom, but I try. I am a lucky girl to have a man like him. He is the best husband and god bless america I am amazed that I found him. He is the father of my child, I could not imagine anything better. So babe, hang with me for a few more weeks-K?
Friday, June 02, 2006
Bed Rest!
Well-it is now official! I am on bed rest until this baby gets here. I have been off work since last Wednesday and I am going insane. I think I woudl go crazy spending every day like this. To have a day off to rest is one thing, but when you are on bed rest you cannot do anything. There is so much to do before the baby comes, but it will just have to wait. Truly, I just need someone to clean for me and all will be ready. My blood pressure has been up so the doctor is playing things safe and making sure I am taking it easy. From what we understand she will either induce me in my 37th or 38th week. I am excited about that-well not the delivery-but that this means the baby will be here on July 4th. I have to find a way to get Alex to Babies R' Us so we can buy an outfit for that day.
I get lonely through the day-thank God for Abbie. She keeps me company, but mostly she sleeps ALL DAY! I wake her up from time to time, but it doesn't last.
I have been able to work from home until today and not I am not allowed to do anymore work. My disability finally kicked in so no work for me. I honestly looked forward to it everyday.
The kids come a week from today so that is very exciting! I cannot wait to see them and hug them to death. My work shower is also on Friday and my mom and sister are having my shower Saturday. I am excited to see everyone. My friends Missy and Colleen are coming from back home! I just got word yesterday that my Aunt from PA will not be coming, which is a bummer! I looked forward to seeing her since I haven't seen her since my wedding.
I get lonely through the day-thank God for Abbie. She keeps me company, but mostly she sleeps ALL DAY! I wake her up from time to time, but it doesn't last.
I have been able to work from home until today and not I am not allowed to do anymore work. My disability finally kicked in so no work for me. I honestly looked forward to it everyday.
The kids come a week from today so that is very exciting! I cannot wait to see them and hug them to death. My work shower is also on Friday and my mom and sister are having my shower Saturday. I am excited to see everyone. My friends Missy and Colleen are coming from back home! I just got word yesterday that my Aunt from PA will not be coming, which is a bummer! I looked forward to seeing her since I haven't seen her since my wedding.
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