So, it's a slow day at work (not really, I just don't want to work), and I got to thinking about the randomness that are my thoughts. They range throughout the day and it's kind of funny what I sit and ponder....here are some examples:
1. There is a human being inside of me
2. There is a human being inside of me that is moving...that's pretty cool
3. There is a human being inside of me that is moving and that did not feel so good
4. I have to pee
5. There is a human being inside of me that has a hand or foot stuck in my rib
6. Yeah!!! Baby furniture
7. Poor Heisman...he has no idea what's coming
8. I wonder if they have any fruit that's not 2 weeks old down in the cafeteria
9. I have to pee...again
10. I need to wash all his clothes
11. I am so excited for him to come!
12. Am I ever going to have a flat stomach/see my feet again
13. I bet they'll feel sorry for me and let me cut to the front of the line
14. That's a cute belt....I miss wearing belts
15. I need to pee...AGAIN!!!!
16. I am a huge fat slob!....I'm wearing tent dresses from now on =)
17. I'm a good look'n pregnant woman!
18. I'm hungry again
19. I wonder what Eric's doing
20. Hmm...there's a person in there...a person that has to come out!!!!
So I don't know if you call that crazy, neurotic, or just pregnant (which they probably all mean the same thing). And keep in mind when you see me...you don't know which of these thoughts is going through my head so BEWARE! ha ha.
As I have said...I have been so fortunate this entire pregnancy...so many of my friends have been so sick or on bed rest, etc. pretty much their entire pregnancy so I really am not complaining, but this is all starting to catch up to me now. I am so exhausted....and yes, I do realize I'm going to be getting less sleep once he comes....I am truly looking forward to the day that I can sleep on my stomach again and that I don't have to wake Eric up to hoist me out of bed...that one is actually pretty funny to see.
Last time we went to the Dr., Eric commented that he didn't understand why I kept saying I would LOVE to have him at 37 or 38 weeks if he decided to join us a little early...this is why I love my OB...he told him not only are the last 3 weeks (37-40) absolutely miserable, but that I would probably hate everything that came out of his mouth until that kid popped out (and probably for a while after..ha ha). He said, just remember...as far as she's concerned...this is your fault!!! Poor Eric. I don't think I've been too crazy or emotional, but I'm sure he'd have a different opinion. He has bought me flowers, rubbed my back...pretty much done anything that I asked. Now just because he did it doesn't mean I didn't change my mind and want it the complete opposite way, but he still did it =).
Okay, I have to do some work, but I hope that everyone has a Happy New Year! I'll be at the greatest restaurant in the world tonight...Capital Grille! Be safe!
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Sunday, December 28, 2008
On It's Way!
BB's room is slowly but surely being completed....the crib is put together with all the bedding and we will be getting the rest of the furniture this week! We also got the stroller/carseat too! The one we registered for ended up looking purple instead of blue (a little too feminine for BB) so we ended up taking it back and getting another one that I actually like much more. I told Eric that I at least feel better that we can now give him a place to sleep and something to ride home in! Here are a few pictures of the room/crib and of course one of the proud pappa who put the crib together =):
We are also getting drapes fr BB's room and when we went to PB Kids the other night they had curtain rods with footballs on the ends...so guess what we have for a curtain rod =). It's actually really cute and goes will with the rest of the room. I can't wait to get everything up!
Eric is downstairs right now working on getting the stroller put together so I'm staying out of the way...I'm not very mechanically inclined so it's probably best...hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas!.....
Monday, December 22, 2008
Christmas Break is Coming!!!!!
Can I tell you how nice it is to know that I get off work at 12pm tomorrow...yet somehow stressful at the same time?!?!? I am so tired and so excited to have 3 1/2 full days off from work, but I'm so busy (yet I'm writing on my blog at work...hmmm)! With everyday that passes, it's one less before BB gets here, i.e. one less day I have to get everything transitioned to co-workers/boss before I am out for 12 weeks! I just don't want to be one of those people (and we've had them) who go out on leave and then everyone complains because they didn't get everything taken care of....oh well, all I know is that it's almost time relax. And no, I still haven't finished Christmas shopping!!!! I only have 2 people left, but I'm stumped. One is my best friend and I always put so much thought into her gift that it ends up stressing me out. I don't know why it's like that with her...the other one shouldn't be this difficult, but I just hate giving the same old generic Christmas gifts each year. I guess I will finish up tomorrow.
I am going fabric shopping tonight with my friend Shauna. We are going to figure out what type of drapes I want for BB's room. My friend Beth's grandmother offered to sew them so I can't pass on that!
A bit of sad news....my grandmother's best friend (of over 50 years) has recently been diagnosed with cancer (unknown primary from what she has said) and it has spread over her entire body. She has severe radiation burns on parts of her body and it in a tremendous amount of pain. They have actually decided to radiate her brain now. Just pray that the treatments go well with minimal side effects. She is actually a close family friend and it broke my heart to talk to my grandmother the other day. I think sometimes we forget what a blessing it is to have a grandmother (89) and a grandfather (92) who still live independently with virtually no medical problems (except for the typical old age stuff). Okay, I'm going to make a Grey's Anatomy reference here...Patsy is my grandmother's "person." They have given her 3-6 mo. Working where I do I think I have become very callous to the whole process of death/dying when someone is in pain. I just feel that it is so much better for them to go peacefully with quality of life than to live a few extra months in pain. Wow...this post has just taken on a completely unintended dark side. Basically, just pray for peace and reassurance for the family/friends and for her quality of life...
Okay, lets talk about something a little more upbeat...Eric's family is coming into town on the 26th-27th. For those of them that read this blog...you can't look in BB's closet! There are way too many things with his name on it...sorry =(. I'll let you peek in if you just want see what it looks like, but no name hints!
I know...we're evil, but only a few more weeks =)
I am going fabric shopping tonight with my friend Shauna. We are going to figure out what type of drapes I want for BB's room. My friend Beth's grandmother offered to sew them so I can't pass on that!
A bit of sad news....my grandmother's best friend (of over 50 years) has recently been diagnosed with cancer (unknown primary from what she has said) and it has spread over her entire body. She has severe radiation burns on parts of her body and it in a tremendous amount of pain. They have actually decided to radiate her brain now. Just pray that the treatments go well with minimal side effects. She is actually a close family friend and it broke my heart to talk to my grandmother the other day. I think sometimes we forget what a blessing it is to have a grandmother (89) and a grandfather (92) who still live independently with virtually no medical problems (except for the typical old age stuff). Okay, I'm going to make a Grey's Anatomy reference here...Patsy is my grandmother's "person." They have given her 3-6 mo. Working where I do I think I have become very callous to the whole process of death/dying when someone is in pain. I just feel that it is so much better for them to go peacefully with quality of life than to live a few extra months in pain. Wow...this post has just taken on a completely unintended dark side. Basically, just pray for peace and reassurance for the family/friends and for her quality of life...
Okay, lets talk about something a little more upbeat...Eric's family is coming into town on the 26th-27th. For those of them that read this blog...you can't look in BB's closet! There are way too many things with his name on it...sorry =(. I'll let you peek in if you just want see what it looks like, but no name hints!
I know...we're evil, but only a few more weeks =)
Thursday, December 18, 2008
I Never Thought It Would Happen To Me
Have you ever watched a TV show where the woman is big and pregnant, can't see her feet, and wore 2 different shoes....I WORE 2 DIFFERENT SHOES TO WORK!!! And they aren't even almost close! One is red, one is brown, and I have on black pants!!!!!!! I personally find it hilarious (along with everyone in my office) but I cannot believe that I did that! It really is not an issue of being big and not being able to see my feet...I just think it's baby brain. I was sitting at my desk, looked down, at my cute red shoe and then noticed the other one didn't quite work with my whole ensemble..
FYI...I plan to sit with my feet under my desk for the rest of the day!
FYI...I plan to sit with my feet under my desk for the rest of the day!
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
3 Things That Made Me Happy Today....
First and foremost (and this probably should be the last one on the list) I got my hair color back to a more manageable color today...it feels so much better. I am the first to admit I'm a tad on the picky side when it comes to my hair, but I just couldn't stand the way it came out the last time. I love my hairstylist though....If you are in Houston and need a GREAT place to go, I love Blue Mambo (http://www.bluemambostudio.com/). Julie C. is the best. And what's crazy is that I was paying more going to Visible Changes where they almost always messed up my hair!
Second, I found out that we are getting BB's crib for Christmas!!! Yeah! I cannot wait to put it together. Well, actually to stand there and watch Eric put it together, but either way....I am so excited to start putting everything in his room!
Third, and probably the most important, I got some new information about my job. A little while ago I posted about my conflict of going back to work vs. staying at home. Well, my job has said that they are going to let me come back part time...and I can work 2 or 3 days a week! The major benefit of this is obviously that I get to stay home with my little man, but still get out of the house a few days a week. Plus I will get to keep insurance benefits. This was actually a HUGE deal because since Eric works at a start up company the insurance is not only sub par, but it is ridiculously expensive. I really feel like everything has fallen into place and this is what I am supposed to do. I really feel at peace with this...yeah!!!! I still have to figure out what I am going to do about childcare when I am at work, but I am positive that things will work out....
Anyway, I REALLY need to get motivated and finish Christmas shopping!!!! I am almost done, but it's those last few items that are really slowing me down. I'm just not sure what to get these people! Oh well, I'm sure I'll figure something out. I just don't want to be searching on Christmas Eve!
Second, I found out that we are getting BB's crib for Christmas!!! Yeah! I cannot wait to put it together. Well, actually to stand there and watch Eric put it together, but either way....I am so excited to start putting everything in his room!
Third, and probably the most important, I got some new information about my job. A little while ago I posted about my conflict of going back to work vs. staying at home. Well, my job has said that they are going to let me come back part time...and I can work 2 or 3 days a week! The major benefit of this is obviously that I get to stay home with my little man, but still get out of the house a few days a week. Plus I will get to keep insurance benefits. This was actually a HUGE deal because since Eric works at a start up company the insurance is not only sub par, but it is ridiculously expensive. I really feel like everything has fallen into place and this is what I am supposed to do. I really feel at peace with this...yeah!!!! I still have to figure out what I am going to do about childcare when I am at work, but I am positive that things will work out....
Anyway, I REALLY need to get motivated and finish Christmas shopping!!!! I am almost done, but it's those last few items that are really slowing me down. I'm just not sure what to get these people! Oh well, I'm sure I'll figure something out. I just don't want to be searching on Christmas Eve!
Saturday, December 13, 2008
Pregnancy Hair.....
I went to get my hair done today....and it is too dark....AGAIN! I am so frustrated with my hair right now. I had been warned that during pregnancy your hair can do weird things...including the color....My hairdresser said she didn't intend for it to come out as dark as it did and that it will fade a little, but I don't like it....I like my hair so much lighter =(...sigh....I just want to have my hair done and it come out the way I want! I'm sure I'll get it "fixed" and end up with purple hair or something in a few weeks!
Friday, December 12, 2008
Going Strong....
I had my Dr. appt. today and everything went well. Eric is sad because he doesn't get another "picture" (ultrasound) of the baby, so now he wants to go to one of those places where you pay to do it. I'm fine with it if he wants to...I just really don't like the 3 and 4D images. I think they're creepy. They look like rock formations or little old men or something (I know...rock formation vs. little old man is really not a good comparison.)
I asked him how they can tell what position the baby is in without an US and he said the he can already see that he's head down. So that big bump on the lower right hand side of my stomach that I've been poking....um, yeah...that's his head...oops =). I thought it was a butt! It's so odd when I lay down because I'm completely lopsided....there's just this big bump on the right hand side....And back to a previous post...the belly button is getting a little too close for comfort. I have a ways to go, but I'm getting scared! =)
I have to start going every 2 weeks now to the Dr. Our next visit is on Christmas Eve. I was shocked they would be open, but it's easier for both of us to go that day. I have to go this Monday as well to do my Glucose test. I have to drink "Glucola"...sounds yummy right? But I do hear that it comes in a variety of flavors! You have to drink within 5 minutes and then exactly one hour later they do a blood draw to check your sugar levels...I pray that I do not have gestational diabetes because I do not know what i would do without my fruit and ice cream! I need them!!!
I really do like going to the Dr. because I get to hear his heartbeat (although he doesn't ever let me forget he's in there with all the kicking and poking), but it always seems that an 11am visit turns into a 12pm visit which doesn't end until 1pm...I work at a outpatient clinic in a hospital...I should know how appointments run.
I do love my Dr. though. He's VERY laid back about everything. He's one of those guys who will tell you that people have been having babies for centuries...way before USs and Glucose screenings....and they were fine! I was so upset when I had to switch OBs (my original one is retiring from OB in January), but Dr. Irwin is wonderful. I don't know you could stick with an OB you didn't like. Its a somewhat "personal" thing and I think it's so important to have a good pregnancy, labor/birth experience...I have had friends who hated their OB from the start and stayed with them...I just couldn't do that. He gets the Bethea stamp of approval =)
Hope everyone has finished their shopping...because I haven't...I kind of need to get on the ball...
I asked him how they can tell what position the baby is in without an US and he said the he can already see that he's head down. So that big bump on the lower right hand side of my stomach that I've been poking....um, yeah...that's his head...oops =). I thought it was a butt! It's so odd when I lay down because I'm completely lopsided....there's just this big bump on the right hand side....And back to a previous post...the belly button is getting a little too close for comfort. I have a ways to go, but I'm getting scared! =)
I have to start going every 2 weeks now to the Dr. Our next visit is on Christmas Eve. I was shocked they would be open, but it's easier for both of us to go that day. I have to go this Monday as well to do my Glucose test. I have to drink "Glucola"...sounds yummy right? But I do hear that it comes in a variety of flavors! You have to drink within 5 minutes and then exactly one hour later they do a blood draw to check your sugar levels...I pray that I do not have gestational diabetes because I do not know what i would do without my fruit and ice cream! I need them!!!
I really do like going to the Dr. because I get to hear his heartbeat (although he doesn't ever let me forget he's in there with all the kicking and poking), but it always seems that an 11am visit turns into a 12pm visit which doesn't end until 1pm...I work at a outpatient clinic in a hospital...I should know how appointments run.
I do love my Dr. though. He's VERY laid back about everything. He's one of those guys who will tell you that people have been having babies for centuries...way before USs and Glucose screenings....and they were fine! I was so upset when I had to switch OBs (my original one is retiring from OB in January), but Dr. Irwin is wonderful. I don't know you could stick with an OB you didn't like. Its a somewhat "personal" thing and I think it's so important to have a good pregnancy, labor/birth experience...I have had friends who hated their OB from the start and stayed with them...I just couldn't do that. He gets the Bethea stamp of approval =)
Hope everyone has finished their shopping...because I haven't...I kind of need to get on the ball...
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
The Lone Ranger....
So there were 3 pregnant people at my office...now it's just me =(. One of the girls just kind of quit showing up for work so she got fired (very odd) and then the other girl is actually due Jan 2, but she started having contractions so now she's out...I'm lonely =(.
Oh well...I've started having Braxton Hicks contractions and I can't say that I'm too fond of them. It's exactly like they describe them...not painful, but "uncomfortable." It's not bad if I'm at home because I can just lay down and they go away, but at work I'm pretty much stuck. There is a huge difference between him moving and the contraction. I still love to feel him move though! He's been pretty active since about week 20 on, but now it's crazy! He moves ALL the time! What's funny is that I don't think he likes people "touching him." I can touch my stomach and he'll keep on kicking, but if anyone else does he usually stops (including Eric). Eric has definitely felt him kick, but he usually slows way down when he touches me.
I can't believe it is almost Christmas...I still have a lot to do. Eric's family was easy this year because we decided to draw names...only one present to buy (well, actually 2, but I told Eric he is responsible for his person). My family...not so much....I can usually figure out something to buy for the women, but guys are a different story. I hate always buying a sweater or a shirt, but I never know what to get. Lots of gift cards probably (which is probably worse than a shirt, but at least people can get what they want).
I go back to the Dr. on Friday so hopefully everything will continue to go as planned. I have really enjoyed being pregnant so far, but I can tell it's going to get old pretty soon. The back aches, leg cramps, etc. are starting to catch up with me I think. It's not so much "painful" as it is uncomfortable (well, the leg cramps are PAINFUL) . I would love to just take some NyQuil and sleep, but of course I can't do that...I"m sure I'll just rest after he gets here..HA HA HA!
I also have a new craving...watermelon and pineapple! I actually don't think I've eaten my usual 10 lbs of strawberries this week =). I hope that those fruits stay in season through the winter because Eric my have to do some driving otherwise!
Oh well...I've started having Braxton Hicks contractions and I can't say that I'm too fond of them. It's exactly like they describe them...not painful, but "uncomfortable." It's not bad if I'm at home because I can just lay down and they go away, but at work I'm pretty much stuck. There is a huge difference between him moving and the contraction. I still love to feel him move though! He's been pretty active since about week 20 on, but now it's crazy! He moves ALL the time! What's funny is that I don't think he likes people "touching him." I can touch my stomach and he'll keep on kicking, but if anyone else does he usually stops (including Eric). Eric has definitely felt him kick, but he usually slows way down when he touches me.
I can't believe it is almost Christmas...I still have a lot to do. Eric's family was easy this year because we decided to draw names...only one present to buy (well, actually 2, but I told Eric he is responsible for his person). My family...not so much....I can usually figure out something to buy for the women, but guys are a different story. I hate always buying a sweater or a shirt, but I never know what to get. Lots of gift cards probably (which is probably worse than a shirt, but at least people can get what they want).
I go back to the Dr. on Friday so hopefully everything will continue to go as planned. I have really enjoyed being pregnant so far, but I can tell it's going to get old pretty soon. The back aches, leg cramps, etc. are starting to catch up with me I think. It's not so much "painful" as it is uncomfortable (well, the leg cramps are PAINFUL) . I would love to just take some NyQuil and sleep, but of course I can't do that...I"m sure I'll just rest after he gets here..HA HA HA!
I also have a new craving...watermelon and pineapple! I actually don't think I've eaten my usual 10 lbs of strawberries this week =). I hope that those fruits stay in season through the winter because Eric my have to do some driving otherwise!
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
What To Do, What To Do???
So I have always said that I have no desire to stay at home after I have kids. That I would just go back to work after my maternity leave...well, now I'm singing a different tune. I just don't know. I really want to stay home and be a Mom. I want to raise my kids. I don't want to have a baby sitter call me to say that he took his first steps today, or he said his first words. I want to be there for that! (Let me add that I do not think that there is ANYTHING wrong with being a working Mom...I just don't know if that's what I want to do). Eric is totally supportive, but I just don't know what to do. If I do stay home I will go back to work once the kid(s) are in school...but that's the problem. How hard is it to get a job after you've taken 5-9 years off??? I don't ever want to look back and say, "I wish I would have just stayed home," but I also don't want to have to say, well, we can't pay for your college because I chose to stay at home....see where I'm coming from? Did anyone else struggle with this decision or was it just an easy choice?
My second issue rattling around in my brain is "Will I be a good Mom?" It's funny because I am 150% confident that Eric is going to be such a good Dad/provider for our family; me on the other hand...not so sure. I don't know if this is a common worry or just me or what!
So basically these two things combined seem to be the never ending cycle of "Am I doing what's best for my child" and "Will I regret the decisions I have made." I seriously doubt there are many women out there they say, "If I had of just spent those extra hours at work my family would have been better."...I know it's the other way around, but it still troubles me.
I asked Eric if he is nervous or worried about the little guy joining us and he said no...he seems calm, cool, and collected about this whole thing....what's wrong with him? I mean I am stressed out because his room isn't completely finished! To be a man =)....I just feel as though I have this huge amount of pressure on my shoulders. If something goes wrong with my family it is because of a decision I will make....I want to be the best Mom/wife that I can be, but I feel like I am entering uncharted waters right now. Thoughts????
My second issue rattling around in my brain is "Will I be a good Mom?" It's funny because I am 150% confident that Eric is going to be such a good Dad/provider for our family; me on the other hand...not so sure. I don't know if this is a common worry or just me or what!
So basically these two things combined seem to be the never ending cycle of "Am I doing what's best for my child" and "Will I regret the decisions I have made." I seriously doubt there are many women out there they say, "If I had of just spent those extra hours at work my family would have been better."...I know it's the other way around, but it still troubles me.
I asked Eric if he is nervous or worried about the little guy joining us and he said no...he seems calm, cool, and collected about this whole thing....what's wrong with him? I mean I am stressed out because his room isn't completely finished! To be a man =)....I just feel as though I have this huge amount of pressure on my shoulders. If something goes wrong with my family it is because of a decision I will make....I want to be the best Mom/wife that I can be, but I feel like I am entering uncharted waters right now. Thoughts????
Sunday, November 30, 2008
"Babymoon"
So my wonderful husband decided to take me on a "babymoon" this weekend! He is such a sweetheart. We had a wonderful time and it was a welcome break! My best friend
Beth kept Heisman for the weekend so we finally got to sleep in! We stayed at the Lancaster Hotel downtown. On Friday we went to the zoo which was really fun! I haven't been to the Houston Zoo since I was little. It really hasn't changed all that much. The elephants and the monkeys always make me laugh. Here are some pictures from the zoo...
Beth kept Heisman for the weekend so we finally got to sleep in! We stayed at the Lancaster Hotel downtown. On Friday we went to the zoo which was really fun! I haven't been to the Houston Zoo since I was little. It really hasn't changed all that much. The elephants and the monkeys always make me laugh. Here are some pictures from the zoo...
That night we went to eat at Vic and Anthony's...um....WOW! That is now my second favorite place (behind Capital Grille). It was one of the best steaks I have ever had. And the best part of all...bread pudding! Now, I have yet to have bread pudding like I had on our honeymoon in Belize, but this comes in a close second! So good!
The next day we slept, and slept, and slept (praise the Lord!)....I think we ended up just laying in bed until almost 11am...I think I was in college the last time that happened! It was so nice to just relax. We had brunch at the restaurant downstairs and literally walked across the street to the Alley Theatre to see "A Christmas Carol." It was fantastic. We both really enjoyed it. That night we met our friends Beth and Ryan at Da Marco's for dinner. It was good, but I wasn't all that impressed. It probably didn't help that my friend asked for Ketchup for her steak (I know, I know) and they made fun of her a little to close and she overheard. Here is my theory and steaks and ketchup...if you are paying for it, and that's how you like to eat it I don't care! I know it's an "insult"to the chef, but you can't help it if that's what you like!...
The one snag in the weekend was that I have a sinus infection and cannot breathe! It's horrible. I can breathe out of the right side, but not the left. I had a really hard time getting rest last night =(. Since I think it's a sinus infection that really isn't much I can take for it anyway, but being pregnant and all I can't just pop a pill to make it better. I called one of my friends that's an ER doc. and he said to use a Neti Pot. You've seen it before on the Infomercials. You put it in one side of your nose, lean your head, pour the water and it comes out the other side! It sounds absolutely horrible I know, but god bless the Neti Pot!!!! I love that thing. It really does work, even though it's short term...I strongly recommend them....last but not least here is a picture o f me at 29 weeks...
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
What Have I Done?!?!?....
Okay, I have had friends tell me that around the third trimester it dawns on you that this baby has to come out one way or another. I know it sounds stupid that a 27 year old health major has just realized where babies come from, but it's true....and it's not a pretty picture! Of course, I have known all along how this process will ultimately end, but it's just hit me that it is actually going to happen....to ME! The other thing I don't like is the idea of the pain meds. Now I know all you mothers out there will get a good laugh at this one, but I really don't want any! It's not like one of those "She-Ra"/Warrior Princess things either. I just don't want them. Now, I am NOT saying that I will not gladly take them...I may even walk into the hospital backwards so that they have easier access for an epidural. I'm just saying that at this point and time I would prefer not to. Compared to some stories I have heard, my Mom had pretty "easy" births with me and my sister (4 or so hours for me and less than that for my sister). Now my brother was a different story, but I think it was still only 8 hours for him (I'm sure if you talk to her "only" is not the word she would use). I hear about these women who have 48 hours of labor or more and think surely if someone can stand being in labor that long then I can take 3 or 4 hours! Here is where my logic is a little off....I don't' get a guarantee of short or easy labor. I just assume if that's how it was for my Mom that's how it will be for me.
Again, I hear the laughter exploding from all mothers, but I actually want to know what it feels like to give birth. Again, no kids here, but there is obviously an end to the pain so you just push through, right....? I know how naive this must sound, but I really am curious. The pain is not going to actually kill you (it may cause you to try to kill others...i.e. the husband), but in and of itself it will not kill you.
And here is the other side of my thoughts...I don't like pain! I am a big baby! I got a cramp in my foot the other day and you would have thought that the world was coming to an end (just ask Eric)! But here's my theory on that...I had no reason to push through that. I could suck it up or I could lay on the bed and whine and let Eric give me a foot rub! Does that even make sense??
And here is my other problem...I made the mistake of watching a birthing video and thought my eyes were going to jump out of my head...it did not make me feel good! It is no pretty, it's painful, and it's just plain gross! I know that none of that will matter once he is here, but in the mean time I know that I'm starring this right in the face!
Oh well...I guess we'll find out in about 12 weeks (I'm actually hoping for about 9 little man!) to figure this whole thing out. And by the way...that freaks me out too! They are actually going to send Eric and I home with a baby! These are the same 2 people who slept on a futon for 2 weeks when we got Heisman because we were scared he would fall off the bed and die! Oh yeah, we are going to be really calm parents, huh? =)...
Again, I hear the laughter exploding from all mothers, but I actually want to know what it feels like to give birth. Again, no kids here, but there is obviously an end to the pain so you just push through, right....? I know how naive this must sound, but I really am curious. The pain is not going to actually kill you (it may cause you to try to kill others...i.e. the husband), but in and of itself it will not kill you.
And here is the other side of my thoughts...I don't like pain! I am a big baby! I got a cramp in my foot the other day and you would have thought that the world was coming to an end (just ask Eric)! But here's my theory on that...I had no reason to push through that. I could suck it up or I could lay on the bed and whine and let Eric give me a foot rub! Does that even make sense??
And here is my other problem...I made the mistake of watching a birthing video and thought my eyes were going to jump out of my head...it did not make me feel good! It is no pretty, it's painful, and it's just plain gross! I know that none of that will matter once he is here, but in the mean time I know that I'm starring this right in the face!
Oh well...I guess we'll find out in about 12 weeks (I'm actually hoping for about 9 little man!) to figure this whole thing out. And by the way...that freaks me out too! They are actually going to send Eric and I home with a baby! These are the same 2 people who slept on a futon for 2 weeks when we got Heisman because we were scared he would fall off the bed and die! Oh yeah, we are going to be really calm parents, huh? =)...
Monday, November 24, 2008
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Heisman and His Baby
I honestly think Heisman really loves this kid...He always wants to lay on my stomach or sniff it. I can't wait till he can really kick and just smack 
Heisman in the face....that should give him a big surprise! Most people would probably make the dog move, but I think it's cute...plus, I figure that if he "likes him" now he'll like him then....silly, I know. Here is a picture of him protecting his baby. Again, weird, but still cute =).
So most of you know that I have serious issues with the whole outtie belly button thing (no offense if you have one, but it creeps me out)...mine is nowhere near popping yet, but I can tell it's not quite as deep as it was before. Now I understand that some people end up with an outtie until they deliver, but I will push that sucker back in. I had a friend who did the same thing...band aids over it or whatever it takes....you won't see me with an outtie. And pregnant people don't have "regular" outties either...I saw one girl whose stuck out a good inch and a half! I guess if that's the "worst" thing I experience while pregnant I will count my blessings!
BB is big enough now (approximately 2 lbs/15 inches) that we can actually see him kick! I love watching him every night...Here are 2 videos. On the first one you can see him "roll" at about the 9 second mark. Look at the upper right of my stomach. On the second one you can see a good kick. Now, the point of the thing on my stomach was to show how he kicks it off...he missed the mark that time =). I would also like to point out that my stomach is NOT as big as it looks in these videos! I don't know if it was just the angle or what, but it makes me look huge!
Heisman in the face....that should give him a big surprise! Most people would probably make the dog move, but I think it's cute...plus, I figure that if he "likes him" now he'll like him then....silly, I know. Here is a picture of him protecting his baby. Again, weird, but still cute =).So most of you know that I have serious issues with the whole outtie belly button thing (no offense if you have one, but it creeps me out)...mine is nowhere near popping yet, but I can tell it's not quite as deep as it was before. Now I understand that some people end up with an outtie until they deliver, but I will push that sucker back in. I had a friend who did the same thing...band aids over it or whatever it takes....you won't see me with an outtie. And pregnant people don't have "regular" outties either...I saw one girl whose stuck out a good inch and a half! I guess if that's the "worst" thing I experience while pregnant I will count my blessings!
BB is big enough now (approximately 2 lbs/15 inches) that we can actually see him kick! I love watching him every night...Here are 2 videos. On the first one you can see him "roll" at about the 9 second mark. Look at the upper right of my stomach. On the second one you can see a good kick. Now, the point of the thing on my stomach was to show how he kicks it off...he missed the mark that time =). I would also like to point out that my stomach is NOT as big as it looks in these videos! I don't know if it was just the angle or what, but it makes me look huge!
Monday, November 10, 2008
Paint
Ok, so here is a pictures of me at 6 1/2 months. He has now found my ribs and enjoys kicking them. Right now it doesnt really hurt, it kind of tickles, but I'm 
sure once I have 5 or 6 pounds of baby punching and kicking it might be a different story! I'm not sure if a baby can really know if they like or dislike something at this point...all I know if that he gets really excited anytime Heisman is around. Heisman still likes to come and sniff my stomach, then he will usually lay his head on it (or sometimes his entire body across it). B.B. goes crazy! Again, not sure if that means he likes it or doesn't like it, but he doesn't do that for anyone else. Every night I lay in bed and watch the little jabs from underneath the skin...it's really fun to watch. Once again...when he weighs more it may not be as "cute", but for now it's fun!
sure once I have 5 or 6 pounds of baby punching and kicking it might be a different story! I'm not sure if a baby can really know if they like or dislike something at this point...all I know if that he gets really excited anytime Heisman is around. Heisman still likes to come and sniff my stomach, then he will usually lay his head on it (or sometimes his entire body across it). B.B. goes crazy! Again, not sure if that means he likes it or doesn't like it, but he doesn't do that for anyone else. Every night I lay in bed and watch the little jabs from underneath the skin...it's really fun to watch. Once again...when he weighs more it may not be as "cute", but for now it's fun! His room is now painted (I'll take pictures tonight) and I really like it. It's a pale yellow and it turned out just how I had pictured it. I can't wait to get the crib and stuff in there...I held up the letters for his name (they are navy blue) and I think it looks really good!
Oh yea...I almost forgot...we painted downstairs too! I think it makes a huge difference. To me, paint just makes it look like more of a "home." Eric was not excited about doing it at first, but now he said that he really does like it. You can see the color in the picture above. I need to take pictures of that too....
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Registry...
Registering for baby stuff is not quite as fun as wedding stuff...you actually have to think! Wedding stuff is just about what's pretty and what you "want" whereas baby registry's are about what you "need." Don't get me wrong, I'm sure that plenty of kids/parents have survived without a Baby Bjorn or a Pack-N-Play, but still...they are helpful. That being said, I think we have finally finished registering. I'm always looking it trying to decide if I've forgotten something or didn't register for enough of one thing or another...if you want to see it go to www.babiesrus.com and then the one at JC Penny's too! I'm sure I'll change things here and there, but for the most part I think it's done!
Thursday, October 23, 2008
Poor Baby
blah blah blah
I feel so blah today...I don't know what's wrong with me...just blah. It's not a good feeling, not a bad feeling, just, well....blah. It's one of those days that you would give anything just to lay in bed and watch tv all day...forget being productive!!! =)
Have you ever been so frustrated and confused by the decisions that someone makes?? I sometimes wonder if people realize how truly selfish they can be or if they really are just so naive that they don't see what they are doing and how it affects peoples feelings. I know I'm being vague, but I'm not going to call them out on it...but some of you know exactly what I'm talking about.
I completely recognize that the things that are important to me may not be important to other people, but you expect that certain people in your life see what it means to you and respect that...but I guess not. I don't mean to come across as cynical, but it really makes you think when people make decisions without caring about how it affects other people.
I don't know...again, just having a blah day and somethings on my mind are not helping =(...oh well; tomorrow's a new day! =)
Have you ever been so frustrated and confused by the decisions that someone makes?? I sometimes wonder if people realize how truly selfish they can be or if they really are just so naive that they don't see what they are doing and how it affects peoples feelings. I know I'm being vague, but I'm not going to call them out on it...but some of you know exactly what I'm talking about.
I completely recognize that the things that are important to me may not be important to other people, but you expect that certain people in your life see what it means to you and respect that...but I guess not. I don't mean to come across as cynical, but it really makes you think when people make decisions without caring about how it affects other people.
I don't know...again, just having a blah day and somethings on my mind are not helping =(...oh well; tomorrow's a new day! =)
Friday, October 17, 2008
Eric felt it too!
Eric finally got to feel him kick! I think he was expecting something a little more pronounced, but it was a kick all the same!....We can finally feel him through my stomach. I was just sitting there with my hand on my stomach the other day and felt a poke. Then I realized what it was....so excited!
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
Sick Day =(
I hate being sick...then again I don't guess I know anyone that likes it. It seems like a nice break from work, but you feel so bad it doesn't matter. Then you sit at home and worry about what you are missing and how much work you will have when you get back...sigh....
On a better note, we registered for a crib last night....here it is:http://www3.jcpenney.com/jcp/X6.aspx?DeptID=62438&CatID=62709&GrpTyp=PRD&ItemID=137ceff&attrtype=&attrvalue=&CmCatId=624386270262709
It's plain and simple. I just don't see the point in paying a lot of money for crib. This one converts into a toddler and then full size bed. Plus it has the matching dresser and chest which a lot don't I didn't want the actual changing table because you don't use it after the kid is out of diapers. We will just get one of the changing pads and put in on the chest....
Okay...I'm tired and going back to sleep now...
On a better note, we registered for a crib last night....here it is:http://www3.jcpenney.com/jcp/X6.aspx?DeptID=62438&CatID=62709&GrpTyp=PRD&ItemID=137ceff&attrtype=&attrvalue=&CmCatId=624386270262709
It's plain and simple. I just don't see the point in paying a lot of money for crib. This one converts into a toddler and then full size bed. Plus it has the matching dresser and chest which a lot don't I didn't want the actual changing table because you don't use it after the kid is out of diapers. We will just get one of the changing pads and put in on the chest....
Okay...I'm tired and going back to sleep now...
Sunday, October 12, 2008
Cribs, Bedding, and Elvis
We got the bedding for the little guy and I love it! After looking around for a while we pretty much decided that we HATE all boy bedding. It is all very "typical" little boy stuff and we wanted something different. So here is what we got, with a few modifications: http://www.potterybarnkids.com/products/nb51/index.cfm?pkey=cboys%2Dnursery%2Dbedding%7Cb
I got the bumper and the crib skirt, but not the sheets or the quilt. I am planning to do his room in navy blue, white, and yellow so I got a yellow gingham crib sheet instead of the white to help tie it all in. I think it looks so good together. I wanted to go very simple on the bedding so I could put a little bit more up on the walls. Of course he will have a sports themed room room and I found some canvas pictures that I like, but am not sure about yet. I love when they have the big letters and spell out the babys name so I got some of those too. I may actually end up getting the blanket/quilt later, but I'm not sure. I may get a yellow quilt to bring out that color anyway. I will have it embroidered with his name and date of birth so I have to wait until he actually is born anyway to have it done.
We are going to start really looking for the crib/furniture too. We actually went today to Babies R Us and found one crib that we liked, but it was SO MUCH cheaper than all of the other ones I am concerned that it may not be of the highest quality. I love the Pottery Barn cribs, but they are ridiculously expensive. I am thinking we will probably end up getting one from JC Penny. That is where most people I know have gone.
Now...you may be wondering where Elvis fits into this....this kid LOVES Elvis! It's so strange. I was in the car and put in my Elvis CD and he went nuts! I wanted to see if it was just a coincidence and as soon as I turned it off he stopped. I turned it back on and he started again. Then I put in my Beatles CD to see if he truly had good taste in music, but to my dismay there was no action (give him time and I'll make him love it!). But basically, he seems to really like Elvis! Nothing else has made him kick like that before...maybe I should buy him some blue suede shoes!
I got the bumper and the crib skirt, but not the sheets or the quilt. I am planning to do his room in navy blue, white, and yellow so I got a yellow gingham crib sheet instead of the white to help tie it all in. I think it looks so good together. I wanted to go very simple on the bedding so I could put a little bit more up on the walls. Of course he will have a sports themed room room and I found some canvas pictures that I like, but am not sure about yet. I love when they have the big letters and spell out the babys name so I got some of those too. I may actually end up getting the blanket/quilt later, but I'm not sure. I may get a yellow quilt to bring out that color anyway. I will have it embroidered with his name and date of birth so I have to wait until he actually is born anyway to have it done.
We are going to start really looking for the crib/furniture too. We actually went today to Babies R Us and found one crib that we liked, but it was SO MUCH cheaper than all of the other ones I am concerned that it may not be of the highest quality. I love the Pottery Barn cribs, but they are ridiculously expensive. I am thinking we will probably end up getting one from JC Penny. That is where most people I know have gone.
Now...you may be wondering where Elvis fits into this....this kid LOVES Elvis! It's so strange. I was in the car and put in my Elvis CD and he went nuts! I wanted to see if it was just a coincidence and as soon as I turned it off he stopped. I turned it back on and he started again. Then I put in my Beatles CD to see if he truly had good taste in music, but to my dismay there was no action (give him time and I'll make him love it!). But basically, he seems to really like Elvis! Nothing else has made him kick like that before...maybe I should buy him some blue suede shoes!
Friday, October 10, 2008
And Baby Bethea's Name Is...
Here is an email that Eric has/is going to send out:
"We wanted to let everyone know that Alana and I sat down with a baby name book over the last two or three nights and have decided on the name of our son………………………Unfortunately, you will all have to wait till his birth to find out the name as we want there to be some surprise leading up to the day. We just wanted to let you all know that his name has officially been picked out and we are both very happy with it. Therefore, telling us "just don't name him (fill in the blank) is probably not wise because if we actually picked that name you will feel a little silly. Don’t worry, it’s not Otto or Dante or anything crazy like that. And no, we won’t be giving hints nor will we give out initials or anything like that…..haha."
Sorry to trick you all like that =)...That being said, I'm actually surprised that we agreed on the name. We both really like it and we think it will fit him well. So in a few months you guys can find out too!!
"We wanted to let everyone know that Alana and I sat down with a baby name book over the last two or three nights and have decided on the name of our son………………………Unfortunately, you will all have to wait till his birth to find out the name as we want there to be some surprise leading up to the day. We just wanted to let you all know that his name has officially been picked out and we are both very happy with it. Therefore, telling us "just don't name him (fill in the blank) is probably not wise because if we actually picked that name you will feel a little silly. Don’t worry, it’s not Otto or Dante or anything crazy like that. And no, we won’t be giving hints nor will we give out initials or anything like that…..haha."
Sorry to trick you all like that =)...That being said, I'm actually surprised that we agreed on the name. We both really like it and we think it will fit him well. So in a few months you guys can find out too!!
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
My Sweetheart
Look at how sweet my husband is! He got me some special flowers the day we found out we were having a boy! And no he didn't buy me wilting flowers =). I took this picture on Monday and he got them the Thursday before. With all the chaos that has ensued over the past week I am just now getting to post this...Thanks Babe!
Friday, October 3, 2008
It's a Boy!!!!
We are going to have a little boy! We are both so excited....here are some pictures/videos....enjoy! The first one is of one of his feet. The next one proves it's a boy! And the last one is a video! The first video is of him kicking. On the 2nd one you can see his little heart beat around second 7. Pretty amazing!
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Surgery Tomorrow
One more thing...my dad is having knee surgery tomorrow so pray that everything goes ok!
Good Old Canada...
I left this morning for Canada. Eric got me to the airport around 7am (for my 9:20 flight). I really didn't think that was too early, but I walked into IAH, went straight to baggage check (no line at all!) , walked right through security (again, no line at all), and got to my gate all by 7:10 am! Also, here's a tip if you are flying Continental out of IAH...go to the Presidents Club (around E12) and you can connect to the Internet for free!! Ha ha! I saved $20! It made me happy so thanks to the lady at the gate who told me about the little secret. It must not be too well known because I was the only one doing it. So don't tell =)
I have also learned that people are really nice to pregnant people. Of everyone on the plane, the flight attendant came to me to see if I would like to change seats so I would have more room. I was more than thrilled seeing that the man next to me reeked of B.O. and was spilling over into my set! So I got a window seat with no one next to me...I was happy. So the last 30 minutes or so before we landed someone did the unthinkable....they farted on the plane. Seriously? I don't care if it makes your stomach hurt to hold it in (Eric), that is just mean. It smelt so bad. Everyone was looking around and making bad faces...it was actually quite funny, but still really gross.
I got to Vancouver around 12:00 pm today (their time). The flight was not too bad. As most of you know I can pretty much sleep through just about anything (expect at night when I should be) so I was probably only awake for maybe an hour of the 5 our trip. I got to the hotel around 1:30 ish and was told that I did not have a reservation until Sunday night (the last night of my trip). Luckily some of Eric has rubbed off on me and I had printed my confirmation for the hotel so I'm not sleeping on the street tonight.
I decided to walk around downtown and see what was around the hotel. They have really good shopping. Of course, I don't shop at "real" stores anymore because I probably wouldn't be able to wear whatever I bought by next month. But....there is a store called Zara in Houston that I really like and they have one here. They had a maternity line! I got a really pair of cute jeans so now I don't have to wear my "good" ones all the time. There was also a store called Roots that had adorable stuff, but of course 1 sweater was $300 so I decided to pass on that. Don't think I can expense that one =).
One thing I have noticed about Canada is that is is very British...I thought it was supposed to be French?? I thought it was funny that at the bars they had happy hour specials on tea. It's very clean here though. I haven't ventured out of downtown yet, but I'm just amazed when city streets are clean. I have also been told to expect rain...pretty much all the time here. I didn't know it rained so much here. It's not pouring rain, but it's cold enough that rain is keeping me cold.
Okay, enough for now. I get to go and see the dolphins at the Aquarium tomorrow so I'm excited! Later...
I have also learned that people are really nice to pregnant people. Of everyone on the plane, the flight attendant came to me to see if I would like to change seats so I would have more room. I was more than thrilled seeing that the man next to me reeked of B.O. and was spilling over into my set! So I got a window seat with no one next to me...I was happy. So the last 30 minutes or so before we landed someone did the unthinkable....they farted on the plane. Seriously? I don't care if it makes your stomach hurt to hold it in (Eric), that is just mean. It smelt so bad. Everyone was looking around and making bad faces...it was actually quite funny, but still really gross.
I got to Vancouver around 12:00 pm today (their time). The flight was not too bad. As most of you know I can pretty much sleep through just about anything (expect at night when I should be) so I was probably only awake for maybe an hour of the 5 our trip. I got to the hotel around 1:30 ish and was told that I did not have a reservation until Sunday night (the last night of my trip). Luckily some of Eric has rubbed off on me and I had printed my confirmation for the hotel so I'm not sleeping on the street tonight.
I decided to walk around downtown and see what was around the hotel. They have really good shopping. Of course, I don't shop at "real" stores anymore because I probably wouldn't be able to wear whatever I bought by next month. But....there is a store called Zara in Houston that I really like and they have one here. They had a maternity line! I got a really pair of cute jeans so now I don't have to wear my "good" ones all the time. There was also a store called Roots that had adorable stuff, but of course 1 sweater was $300 so I decided to pass on that. Don't think I can expense that one =).
One thing I have noticed about Canada is that is is very British...I thought it was supposed to be French?? I thought it was funny that at the bars they had happy hour specials on tea. It's very clean here though. I haven't ventured out of downtown yet, but I'm just amazed when city streets are clean. I have also been told to expect rain...pretty much all the time here. I didn't know it rained so much here. It's not pouring rain, but it's cold enough that rain is keeping me cold.
Okay, enough for now. I get to go and see the dolphins at the Aquarium tomorrow so I'm excited! Later...
Monday, September 22, 2008
Never Mind!!!!
I no longer like my Boppy Pillow!!! Actually, it's probably not the pillows fault, but basically I have been laying on my left side so much that I got a frozen shoulder!!!! I hurt so bad. I could not lift my left arm even up to shoulder level. It felt like someone was stabbing me! Anyway, one cortisone injection, some lidocaine patches, and some Extra Strength Tylenol later I am finally feeling better. My doctor told me not to worry about sleeping on the left side for now. He said once I can't breathe on my back I can flip over.
I am so excited about next week. We get to find out if it's a boy or a girl. We are still convinced it is a girl (so if you're betting on it you should probably go for boy!). I went to Janie and Jack yesterday with Eric and found the cutest little outfits! One I saw for a boy had a Boston Terrier on it...bugged eyed and all!
Almost as exciting is my trip on Wednesday. I go to Vancouver Wed-Monday for work. On Thursday I am going to play with the dolphins at the Aquarium. I have ALWAYS wanted to swim with them, but 1. it's too cold up there now to go swimming and 2. i don't want some big fish being weirded out by me being pregnant or something (they say animals can tell) and trying to kill me =)....plus me in a wet suit right now is not gonna happen. Vancouver is supposed to be one of the most beautiful places so I'm really excited.
Here's another thing....so I have officially reached DD status...you know your boobs are huge when you get out of the shower and your husband says
Jesus...their huge!" I don't even know where you buy bras bigger than a DD. My friend suggested the "stripper" store to meet the needs of my expanding chest =) Hopefully they will settle down for a little while, but I doubt it. After a certain size bras are just not pretty anymore. I have always been "well endowed", but could at least get nice, lacy, bras. No more! These are "serious" bras. Don't get me wrong, I'm not into the 10 back hook bras yet or anything. They aren't ugly...they just aren't pretty. No lace, no frills; really, no color! You get to choose between the vast array of black, white, and the ever appealing, nude. I find myself looking at those nice little B and C cups with envy, but when you have "spillage" with a D you know it just ain't gonna happen. Oh well...some day I'll have 'em nipped and tucked!
I am so excited about next week. We get to find out if it's a boy or a girl. We are still convinced it is a girl (so if you're betting on it you should probably go for boy!). I went to Janie and Jack yesterday with Eric and found the cutest little outfits! One I saw for a boy had a Boston Terrier on it...bugged eyed and all!
Almost as exciting is my trip on Wednesday. I go to Vancouver Wed-Monday for work. On Thursday I am going to play with the dolphins at the Aquarium. I have ALWAYS wanted to swim with them, but 1. it's too cold up there now to go swimming and 2. i don't want some big fish being weirded out by me being pregnant or something (they say animals can tell) and trying to kill me =)....plus me in a wet suit right now is not gonna happen. Vancouver is supposed to be one of the most beautiful places so I'm really excited.
Here's another thing....so I have officially reached DD status...you know your boobs are huge when you get out of the shower and your husband says
Jesus...their huge!" I don't even know where you buy bras bigger than a DD. My friend suggested the "stripper" store to meet the needs of my expanding chest =) Hopefully they will settle down for a little while, but I doubt it. After a certain size bras are just not pretty anymore. I have always been "well endowed", but could at least get nice, lacy, bras. No more! These are "serious" bras. Don't get me wrong, I'm not into the 10 back hook bras yet or anything. They aren't ugly...they just aren't pretty. No lace, no frills; really, no color! You get to choose between the vast array of black, white, and the ever appealing, nude. I find myself looking at those nice little B and C cups with envy, but when you have "spillage" with a D you know it just ain't gonna happen. Oh well...some day I'll have 'em nipped and tucked!
Thursday, September 11, 2008
The Greatest Pillow....EVER!
I got a pregnancy pillow and I LOVE it...yes, I love my pillow. I have had trouble sleeping the past few weeks and I actually got a decent nights sleep ! Did I mention that I LOVE my pillow???
I had an OB appt this morning that was uneventful. I did meet my new OB (mine is retiring) and I really like him. He seems really laid back and comforting (Eric liked him too). Eric actually went to school with his son at Rice which is kind of random. Anyway, I thought it was weird though because the nurse called me back and told Eric to wait in some chairs while they took my weight, BP, and listened to the baby's heart...I really wanted him to get to hear that! I guess some women don't want their husband's knowing how much they weigh?? They also have started measuring my stomach from the top of the uterus (which is right at the navel now) to the pubic bone. I'm exactly 17 cm which is perfect he said (it's supposed to be 1 cm per week of pregnancy...I'm 17 weeks). It's strange because I really look forward to my OB visits, but the day before I get a little freaked out. Because I have not felt any movement yet (which the Dr. said I probably won't for a little while since this is my first) I just sit there and wonder if everything is ok. I find myself holding my breath and just waiting to hear the heartbeat. Once I hear it I let out a big sigh of relief. The nurse just looked at my and laughed and said everybody does that. That sound is the most comforting/reassuring thing I have ever heard. It makes my day. It's somewhat stressful/frustrating to realize that I basically no power over the physical well-being of this baby (which I guess doesn't really change once they are born). I can do what is right and just pray that everything will be okay. But to anyone who has ever been pregnant I am sure that you will agree that a heartbeat is the sweetest sound in the world.
We go back Oct. 2 to find out the sex! I am so excited! I just want to know so bad. We are still convinced it is a girl (so we won't be too shocked if it's a boy). As cliche as it sounds...we don't care as long as it is healthy!
Well, I'm just sitting here waiting for Ike to come. It's kind of windy now, but other than that it has been a hot and sunny day. I'm actually not worried about staying here even though they say it is/could be a category 4 at landfall. I'm sure we will lose power, but I'm just not too worried. Now tornadoes are a totally different story. They scare me. My 2 story brick house vs. a hurricane...no problem....my 2 story brick house vs. a tornado....hmmmm. Hopefully we won't need to worry about it. But objects flying though my windows at over 100 mph does not make me feel good. I told my friend Beth that I will probably be one of those people on the news with no make up, no shoes, in a robe, getting rescued from my roof or something. Then they'll interview me and I'll say, "I just didn't think it would be that bad!"...so don't laugh at me if you see me like that =)
Alright...that's it for now. Hope everyone stays safe and dry!
I had an OB appt this morning that was uneventful. I did meet my new OB (mine is retiring) and I really like him. He seems really laid back and comforting (Eric liked him too). Eric actually went to school with his son at Rice which is kind of random. Anyway, I thought it was weird though because the nurse called me back and told Eric to wait in some chairs while they took my weight, BP, and listened to the baby's heart...I really wanted him to get to hear that! I guess some women don't want their husband's knowing how much they weigh?? They also have started measuring my stomach from the top of the uterus (which is right at the navel now) to the pubic bone. I'm exactly 17 cm which is perfect he said (it's supposed to be 1 cm per week of pregnancy...I'm 17 weeks). It's strange because I really look forward to my OB visits, but the day before I get a little freaked out. Because I have not felt any movement yet (which the Dr. said I probably won't for a little while since this is my first) I just sit there and wonder if everything is ok. I find myself holding my breath and just waiting to hear the heartbeat. Once I hear it I let out a big sigh of relief. The nurse just looked at my and laughed and said everybody does that. That sound is the most comforting/reassuring thing I have ever heard. It makes my day. It's somewhat stressful/frustrating to realize that I basically no power over the physical well-being of this baby (which I guess doesn't really change once they are born). I can do what is right and just pray that everything will be okay. But to anyone who has ever been pregnant I am sure that you will agree that a heartbeat is the sweetest sound in the world.
We go back Oct. 2 to find out the sex! I am so excited! I just want to know so bad. We are still convinced it is a girl (so we won't be too shocked if it's a boy). As cliche as it sounds...we don't care as long as it is healthy!
Well, I'm just sitting here waiting for Ike to come. It's kind of windy now, but other than that it has been a hot and sunny day. I'm actually not worried about staying here even though they say it is/could be a category 4 at landfall. I'm sure we will lose power, but I'm just not too worried. Now tornadoes are a totally different story. They scare me. My 2 story brick house vs. a hurricane...no problem....my 2 story brick house vs. a tornado....hmmmm. Hopefully we won't need to worry about it. But objects flying though my windows at over 100 mph does not make me feel good. I told my friend Beth that I will probably be one of those people on the news with no make up, no shoes, in a robe, getting rescued from my roof or something. Then they'll interview me and I'll say, "I just didn't think it would be that bad!"...so don't laugh at me if you see me like that =)
Alright...that's it for now. Hope everyone stays safe and dry!
Thursday, August 28, 2008
Great Day Houston!
I'm a model...ha ha ha! I went shopping last weekend for maternity pants (elastic is my friend) and the owner of Nine Maternity asked me if I would be interested in modeling maternity clothes for a spot on Great Day Houston! I did it this morning and it was actually fun. I am just thankful that I didn't fall down =). The ladies that work there are so sweet. The spot was actually for a "Best of Houston" kind of thing and they won for best maternity boutique! It aired this morning (which is why I'm sharing this information now....) Hopefully I didn't look to nervous or anything!!
Friday, August 22, 2008
Blondes Have More Fun!
Unfortunately I am no longer one =(. Since I got pregnant my hair has been growing at record speed. Every 3 weeks I was having to go in to get it colored and it was really starting to dry out my hair...not to mention the price to keep it up! I will almost definitely go back to blonde after the baby is born, but for now brown is easier. The only reason I like it when my hair is dark is that it does make my eyes stand out a lot. I think she went a tad too dark (I don't think my hair has ever been this dark), but it will fade a little. When I pulled in the garage last night I got the bug eyed look from Eric. Not sure if it was a good look or a bad look, but he's smart enough to know that if he tells me he doesn't like it I will probably cry, so according to him I'm "hot." I'm not really feeling it right now, but it's kind of a drastic change and I'm not used to it yet, so I'll give it a little time. So if you see me and you hate my new hair...LIE! Tell me I am stunning...ha ha ha =)
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
Brrr!!!!
To say the least I was surprised when I got to Colorado...it snowed on us!!! And yes, it is August! Apparently Eric and I got there at just the perfect time for the gorgeous Colorado weather (note the sarcasm). It was cold and raining when we arrived and beautiful and sunny when we left. Nonetheless we did have a good time. I went to the most amazing spa on Friday in Golden, Colorado. Since Eric wanted to go to the Coors Brewery I decided a spa day was in order. If you ever go to Denver/Golden you have to go to this place!!! It's called Urban Escape Day Spa (http://www.urbanescapespa.com/). I got the Citrus package that included a facial, body scrub, and pedicure. I think I fell asleep during the pedicure. It was so relaxing. I loved it!
That night we went and had dinner over at Eric's uncle's house in Evergreen. His uncle and cousins are always a good form of entertainment. They are hilarious. We had a good time.
Come hell or high water I was determined to go to Vail while we were there. It was so cold, but we drove over on Saturday for some shopping/lunch. It is such
a gorgeous town. We used to spend to 2 weeks each summer up there when I was in high school and I always loved it. It has really changed a lot though. They have done a lot of construction since the last time I went. Still beautiful, just different. This is a picture of Eric and I in Vail Village.
a gorgeous town. We used to spend to 2 weeks each summer up there when I was in high school and I always loved it. It has really changed a lot though. They have done a lot of construction since the last time I went. Still beautiful, just different. This is a picture of Eric and I in Vail Village.I have to say...one of the best parts of our trip was going to see the Air Force Academy! Eric has 
always told me how beautiful it is, but I was amazed when we got there. But to start off our visit; we got our car searched by a guard, so I was pretty much on edge from that point on =). Our friend Phillip is a Freshman at the Academy and he plays football there as well. He was nice enough to give us a tour. It was really interesting to hear and see some of the things that most people wouldn't know/see! One of the most beautiful things on campus is the Chapel. It's basically an all faith's chapel that serves every religion. 
It's a very odd shaped building from the outside, but it's just remarkable when you walk in. In this picture there are no lights on. This is just how the light hits the stain glass. It is such a unique building. I don't know why I found this so surprising, but there is also a cemetery on the campus. I'm not sure who is allowed to be buried there, but the grounds are very pretty.
always told me how beautiful it is, but I was amazed when we got there. But to start off our visit; we got our car searched by a guard, so I was pretty much on edge from that point on =). Our friend Phillip is a Freshman at the Academy and he plays football there as well. He was nice enough to give us a tour. It was really interesting to hear and see some of the things that most people wouldn't know/see! One of the most beautiful things on campus is the Chapel. It's basically an all faith's chapel that serves every religion. 
It's a very odd shaped building from the outside, but it's just remarkable when you walk in. In this picture there are no lights on. This is just how the light hits the stain glass. It is such a unique building. I don't know why I found this so surprising, but there is also a cemetery on the campus. I'm not sure who is allowed to be buried there, but the grounds are very pretty.That day we also went to some place with rocks?? (I can't remember what it was called). It was nice to be 
able to walk around. And it was actually warm enough in the sun to go sans jacket. It actually reminded me more of New Mexico than Colorado. Lots of red rocks.
able to walk around. And it was actually warm enough in the sun to go sans jacket. It actually reminded me more of New Mexico than Colorado. Lots of red rocks. There are lots of wild animals up in Colorado that we got to see...buffalo, elk, deer...but the coolest by far were the Rams. They are amazing in person. I didn't realize just how big they are. And their horns are huge! We actually thought that they were statues at first. We pulled up probably a foot away from them in the car and they just stood there and looked at us. I guess they realize that they would win in a fight so why run =)
. It's funny because the whole time I was thinking about how Heisman would be dead if he had of come with us. I could just see his little wall-eyed self running up to them wanting to play...needless to say it would probably not have worked out in his favor....
. It's funny because the whole time I was thinking about how Heisman would be dead if he had of come with us. I could just see his little wall-eyed self running up to them wanting to play...needless to say it would probably not have worked out in his favor....Well, that was pretty much our trip. Other than the weather it was fun (for those of you who know me well, you know that I am NOT a cold weather person...i.e. anything below 70 is WAY too cold!).
I feel the need to put a picture of Heisman...don't know why, but look at how cute he is! Here is one I got of Heisman and Eric sleeping one morning...kind of sad, but so adorable. And the other one is of Heisman after he had a good time ripping up some magazines...just try to stay mad at that face! 
I feel the need to put a picture of Heisman...don't know why, but look at how cute he is! Here is one I got of Heisman and Eric sleeping one morning...kind of sad, but so adorable. And the other one is of Heisman after he had a good time ripping up some magazines...just try to stay mad at that face! 
Thursday, August 14, 2008
Hello...
Hi guys...there is something that I want to get off of my chest (and no i don't mean the 20 lbs I have added to the "girls"...ha ha ha!!!). Some people have mentioned that I seemed angry in my previous post; it probably came across that way because I was angry. I had a bad day and I wanted to express myself. Please view this blog as an "open diary" where I can post my thoughts, feelings, and expereiences for the day (or for the moment as hormones may have it..ha ha ha). I love you all and I hope that you will enjoy reading this throughout the pregnancy and afterwards, but just know that this is my opportunity to express myself. That is the point of my having this blog. I am going to post how I feel may that be happy, sad, angry, confused, etc. etc. I find it to be somewhat therapeutic to write down the things that are going on in my life and will continue to do so.
Again, I do hope that people will enjoy reading this, but keep in mind life is not always happy and rosy and I don't plan to pretend that it is. I have real feelings and emotions that may or may not be due to hormones at the time, but they are still real. I think that it is a lot healthier to express your feelings on paper (for all you old people who were around before the internet...ha ha ha) than to blow up at someone when you are frustrated.
Also, this is a great way to share the exciting and wonderful times that are to come over the next few months. Eric and I have so much to look forward to and are so blessed to be welcoming a little baby into our home. I want everyone to be a part of that as well.
So....to recap....real feelings, real emotions, etc. etc. etc...love you all....see you soon!
Again, I do hope that people will enjoy reading this, but keep in mind life is not always happy and rosy and I don't plan to pretend that it is. I have real feelings and emotions that may or may not be due to hormones at the time, but they are still real. I think that it is a lot healthier to express your feelings on paper (for all you old people who were around before the internet...ha ha ha) than to blow up at someone when you are frustrated.
Also, this is a great way to share the exciting and wonderful times that are to come over the next few months. Eric and I have so much to look forward to and are so blessed to be welcoming a little baby into our home. I want everyone to be a part of that as well.
So....to recap....real feelings, real emotions, etc. etc. etc...love you all....see you soon!
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
Ultrasounds
I forgot...some people asked me to put the ultrasound pictures up so here they are at 5 weeks, 8 weeks, and 12 weeks...enjoy! 
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
I
Well, this is my first post! I figured with the baby on the way now would be a good time to start a blog. A little background on my growing family....My husband Eric and I met the first semester of our freshman year at Texas A&M and have been together ever since. After 5 years of dating we got married in June 2004. Two years later Eric and I decided it was time to add to the family.....and we welcomed our baby Heisman (he's a dog). It was a good thing too because Eric decided to go back to school for his MBA at Rice and I needed someone to keep me company!...he finished up in 2007. I work at MD Anderson Cancer Center as a Data Analyst for the Department of Genitourinary Medical Oncology (it's a mouthful, huh?) and Eric works at Cogent Compensation. We bought a house in Pearland and I couldn't be happier. When we decided to add another human baby to the family we thought we would have a few months of trying before it actually happened...it took 1 month =). We are expecting our first child February 23, 2009!!!! February can not come soon enough.
So hopefully this will be an interesting blog for friends and family.....I'll update soon!
So hopefully this will be an interesting blog for friends and family.....I'll update soon!
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