I'm still a BABY! Quit making me walk!
Much better. Thanks Dad.
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Conversations with Jules
"Yo, Mom, thanks for taking me outside, even if it was to get the mail. I loved it!"
"Jules, I got something for you in the mail today."
"Dum dee dum. Oh, what is it?"
"Your hospital bill."
"Jules, I got something for you in the mail today."
"Dum dee dum. Oh, what is it?"
"Your hospital bill."
Ikea, You Just About Lost Me
While finishing up Jules' room, I remembered I had a floating shelf that I purchased from Ikea awhile back.
"This will be perfect in his room."
And now that it's up, it is perfect. But it didn't come hassle free.
I purchased the shelf when we were still living in Las Vegas. (Not IN Las Vegas, since there aren't any Ikea stores there.) Obviously, we've moved and I'm pretty sure I threw the receipt away - without even opening the package. Can you see where this is going?
So, fast-forward one year later and I wanted to hang it in my sweet little Jules' room.
Justin informed me that the shelf had a crack on the edge. I would have just gone with it, but it was on the front and very noticeable. I should have known better than to just buy something and not open it at the store. If you've ever been there, they have an area outside the checkouts where you can inspect your items. I think it's even called "Inspection" something. What the...! Seriously, to have an inspection location before you go home screams low quality items. But! I don't learn from my mistakes easily and love Ikea, and I've always just taken my purchases home without inspection. It finally backfired.
We took the shelf back to Ikea without the receipt and they informed that "No, we can't take it back without a receipt. We don't know if you purchased it off ebay or craigslist."
What difference does it make where I purchased it (YOUR STORE!), I just want to exchange it! Non-passive-aggressive Minnesota lady wasn't budging.
So we bought another one, kept the receipt and returned the old one using the new receipt. Trickery, I know. But I haven't bought anything from Ikea on ebay or craigslist.
Other stores don't seem to worry about this problem that apparently happens with Ikea products (I've sold USED items without packaging on craigslist - we still had the box for the shelf). All I'm saying, Ikea, is maybe you should either re-evaluate your products or your return policy - or both. New parents on little sleep don't need to be jacked around.
I know I owe you a picture of his nursery. We finally got his chair yesterday, so I'll be finishing somethings up today and will show it off tomorrow, or the next day, or whenever. But here's a preview including the shelf.
"This will be perfect in his room."
And now that it's up, it is perfect. But it didn't come hassle free.
I purchased the shelf when we were still living in Las Vegas. (Not IN Las Vegas, since there aren't any Ikea stores there.) Obviously, we've moved and I'm pretty sure I threw the receipt away - without even opening the package. Can you see where this is going?
So, fast-forward one year later and I wanted to hang it in my sweet little Jules' room.
Justin informed me that the shelf had a crack on the edge. I would have just gone with it, but it was on the front and very noticeable. I should have known better than to just buy something and not open it at the store. If you've ever been there, they have an area outside the checkouts where you can inspect your items. I think it's even called "Inspection" something. What the...! Seriously, to have an inspection location before you go home screams low quality items. But! I don't learn from my mistakes easily and love Ikea, and I've always just taken my purchases home without inspection. It finally backfired.
We took the shelf back to Ikea without the receipt and they informed that "No, we can't take it back without a receipt. We don't know if you purchased it off ebay or craigslist."
What difference does it make where I purchased it (YOUR STORE!), I just want to exchange it! Non-passive-aggressive Minnesota lady wasn't budging.
So we bought another one, kept the receipt and returned the old one using the new receipt. Trickery, I know. But I haven't bought anything from Ikea on ebay or craigslist.
Other stores don't seem to worry about this problem that apparently happens with Ikea products (I've sold USED items without packaging on craigslist - we still had the box for the shelf). All I'm saying, Ikea, is maybe you should either re-evaluate your products or your return policy - or both. New parents on little sleep don't need to be jacked around.
I know I owe you a picture of his nursery. We finally got his chair yesterday, so I'll be finishing somethings up today and will show it off tomorrow, or the next day, or whenever. But here's a preview including the shelf.
Monday, July 20, 2009
Where, Apparently, Anything Goes
Justin and I took Jules on his first road trip. A four hour drive to Sioux Falls, South Dakota. "Why the heck would you go there," you might ask. Or "Sioux Falls, where?" Yeah, it's on the southwest border of Minnesota and South Dakota. Geography! These two states are neighbors! Sioux Falls is apparently the PLACE to get the BEST fireworks, although, we didn't buy any. You can also drive down a major street on a 4-wheeler, casinos can be made out of small houses and still manage to stay in business, and Burger King serves soft serve?
Anyway, we went for a short weekend trip to witness a marriage that we honestly were surprised by. And from all the speeches we heard at the reception, so was everyone else (in a good way). It was a nice ceremony and the bride and groom and all their guests had a great time.
Including this lovely couple cutting the wedding cake on the table:
Another lovely couple:
Trying not to be "those people" with the crying baby at a ceremony:
At the Sioux Falls, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Anyway, we went for a short weekend trip to witness a marriage that we honestly were surprised by. And from all the speeches we heard at the reception, so was everyone else (in a good way). It was a nice ceremony and the bride and groom and all their guests had a great time.
Including this lovely couple cutting the wedding cake on the table:
Another lovely couple:
Trying not to be "those people" with the crying baby at a ceremony:
At the Sioux Falls, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Monday, July 13, 2009
One Month
When the first pediatrician came to see us in the hospital, she told me my only job for the next few weeks was to eat, sleep and feed my baby. Nothing else. Luckily, my mom, sister and Justin were around to do everything else because that's all I did, but not always in that order.
It's been a learning experience for all of us. I CAN function on just a few hours of sleep. Do I prefer it? No, nope, no way. He's so cute and sweet I'll stay up rocking him until he's out even if I've only slept an hour. People say it goes by fast and I 100% agree with that statement. He's up to 10 pounds now and has outgrown his newborn onesies and diapers. But he's still little enough to cuddle up like he did when he was first born.
He loves his bouncy seat and the swing.
Although Scully doesn't like it when he starts screaming, he's very interested in her.
And unless he's sleeping, he's hard to take a photo of.
Happy one month birthday my baby Jules.
It's been a learning experience for all of us. I CAN function on just a few hours of sleep. Do I prefer it? No, nope, no way. He's so cute and sweet I'll stay up rocking him until he's out even if I've only slept an hour. People say it goes by fast and I 100% agree with that statement. He's up to 10 pounds now and has outgrown his newborn onesies and diapers. But he's still little enough to cuddle up like he did when he was first born.
He loves his bouncy seat and the swing.
Although Scully doesn't like it when he starts screaming, he's very interested in her.
And unless he's sleeping, he's hard to take a photo of.
Happy one month birthday my baby Jules.
Monday, July 06, 2009
84 Diapers
We went through a box of 84 newborn diapers in about 10 days. 84 diapers people! He's three weeks old. And that doesn't count the 2 smaller packages we went through first. Luckily, I didn't buy any of them but now I have to. Here's the problem: I got another box of size ones as a gift but he doesn't quite fit in them yet. I have enough cloth diapers for one day (still trying them out before I purchase a few days worth) so do I buy just one more smaller package of newborn size or just wash cloth diapers every day?
Anyway, Jules is three weeks old. He's getting stronger, louder, and more demanding of boob time.
People have been asking about Scully. She's doing ok. If one of us is holding the baby, she's sitting or being held by the other. She likes to smell and lick Jules but once he starts crying, she's either leaving the room or trying to jump on him. We haven't figured out why. She's weird.
The chair for his room STILL isn't here. Once it's here I'll share photos of his room.
(Jules sporting a cloth diaper)
My cute, little family.
Anyway, Jules is three weeks old. He's getting stronger, louder, and more demanding of boob time.
People have been asking about Scully. She's doing ok. If one of us is holding the baby, she's sitting or being held by the other. She likes to smell and lick Jules but once he starts crying, she's either leaving the room or trying to jump on him. We haven't figured out why. She's weird.
The chair for his room STILL isn't here. Once it's here I'll share photos of his room.
(Jules sporting a cloth diaper)
My cute, little family.
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
His Good Side
Catching a baby on camera can be fun. You never know the faces you'll get. These are some of my favorites so far.
No gas involved.
Look at those cheeks! All boob fed!
If anyone knows Justin well, you'll see why this photo is funny. If his arm was just a little big longer - like father, like son.
2 weeks out and Jules is now 8 lbs. 2 oz. and is up to 20 inches long. My big boy!
No gas involved.
Look at those cheeks! All boob fed!
If anyone knows Justin well, you'll see why this photo is funny. If his arm was just a little big longer - like father, like son.
2 weeks out and Jules is now 8 lbs. 2 oz. and is up to 20 inches long. My big boy!
Friday, June 26, 2009
1st Drum Corps Show
We took Jules to the Stillwater show last weekend. Honestly, we thought we wouldn't make it to any shows this year because of when he was due. But, we made it to Stillwater. Turns out it was the first show of the season because the night before was rained out.
Regiment horn arc during warm-up. Seven days out and I'm still a little swollen in the face. Plus, it was HOT!
Hot baby.
"I think I'll wake up for finals."
Jules was awesome during the show. Until Cavaliers came on the field. Jules we know and it's ok to cry, but they really did sound good.
Regiment horn arc during warm-up. Seven days out and I'm still a little swollen in the face. Plus, it was HOT!
Hot baby.
"I think I'll wake up for finals."
Jules was awesome during the show. Until Cavaliers came on the field. Jules we know and it's ok to cry, but they really did sound good.
Thursday, June 25, 2009
His Name
It took a long time for us to come up with a girl's name, but when it came to selecting a boy's, it wasn't hard. We knew we wanted to keep the J.R.F thing going especially if he was a boy. Justin is more into traditional names and I wanted something unique without being so unique that people would think we were crazy.
I mentioned the name Jules in passing and Justin liked it. The reason? Pulp Fiction.
"Jules is a badass," he said.
We covered all of our bases with his middle name, Robert, after my Grandpa, Justin's dad (middle name), and Justin's favorite Great-Uncle, Uncle Bob.
Now tell me, is this the face of a badass or what?
I mentioned the name Jules in passing and Justin liked it. The reason? Pulp Fiction.
"Jules is a badass," he said.
We covered all of our bases with his middle name, Robert, after my Grandpa, Justin's dad (middle name), and Justin's favorite Great-Uncle, Uncle Bob.
Now tell me, is this the face of a badass or what?
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Jules
So that last post? Yeah, little did I know it was my last day of being pregnant.
My water broke early Friday morning, but with everything else going on (too many gross details to explain), I didn't really realize what it was. At my Doctor's appointment that afternoon, she confirmed they did and that I was "gonna have a baby this weekend!"
"Oh crap!"
On our way!
After frantically packing and throwing the car seat base in the silly car, we headed to the hospital. They let me walk around and much as possible to see if things would just start on their own since I wanted to do things as "natural" as possible. No dice. So around 7pm, pitocin was started and I was somewhat tied down. I did well until around 5am when the back labor was killing me and I opted for the epidural. I was only at a 4 and everything else we had wanted to do was out the window, so why not?
It was somewhat relieving, but also caused things to progress slowly. I did get a little sleep, but not much. The back labor never really went away and I had to get a second dose of the epidural.
Hours, hours, and hours later (and being confined to one side because baby's heart rate would decrease when I'd roll over), I was finally ready to push. I'm pretty sure I yelled at the nurse because was no way a baby would come out in the position I was in. Don't you want gravity to work for you and not against you? At least that was my reasoning to the nurse. I'm pretty sure she thought I was crazy because, well, I was. I also yelled at her to call the Doctor NOW because he might get called into yet another C-Section and won't be able to help me. She assured me that "no, he'll be here when I call."
He was. And so was a team of nurses. Justin was great. Except the counting thing. I had to tell him to stop because it was annoying. I wanted to push as long as I wanted too. So, with a little "help" and 2 hours of pushing (GAHHHH!), we got this:
Jules Robert Foell
Saturday, June 13th 4:54pm
7lbs. 1 oz. 19 1/2 inches long
We're still trying to figure out who he looks like but either way, he's cute and we like him.
My water broke early Friday morning, but with everything else going on (too many gross details to explain), I didn't really realize what it was. At my Doctor's appointment that afternoon, she confirmed they did and that I was "gonna have a baby this weekend!"
"Oh crap!"
On our way!
After frantically packing and throwing the car seat base in the silly car, we headed to the hospital. They let me walk around and much as possible to see if things would just start on their own since I wanted to do things as "natural" as possible. No dice. So around 7pm, pitocin was started and I was somewhat tied down. I did well until around 5am when the back labor was killing me and I opted for the epidural. I was only at a 4 and everything else we had wanted to do was out the window, so why not?
It was somewhat relieving, but also caused things to progress slowly. I did get a little sleep, but not much. The back labor never really went away and I had to get a second dose of the epidural.
Hours, hours, and hours later (and being confined to one side because baby's heart rate would decrease when I'd roll over), I was finally ready to push. I'm pretty sure I yelled at the nurse because was no way a baby would come out in the position I was in. Don't you want gravity to work for you and not against you? At least that was my reasoning to the nurse. I'm pretty sure she thought I was crazy because, well, I was. I also yelled at her to call the Doctor NOW because he might get called into yet another C-Section and won't be able to help me. She assured me that "no, he'll be here when I call."
He was. And so was a team of nurses. Justin was great. Except the counting thing. I had to tell him to stop because it was annoying. I wanted to push as long as I wanted too. So, with a little "help" and 2 hours of pushing (GAHHHH!), we got this:
Jules Robert Foell
Saturday, June 13th 4:54pm
7lbs. 1 oz. 19 1/2 inches long
We're still trying to figure out who he looks like but either way, he's cute and we like him.
Friday, June 12, 2009
Still Here, Still Pregnant
But Justin seems to think today will be the day based on all the "early signs" I've been having. I've been home pretty much all week from work, but still working from home. Which is good and bad.
Good: I get a lot of shows and work done.
Bad: I can nap at any time - which I've been doing because oh man, I'm exhausted!
I have a Doctor's appointment today. We'll see what's new.
Good: I get a lot of shows and work done.
Bad: I can nap at any time - which I've been doing because oh man, I'm exhausted!
I have a Doctor's appointment today. We'll see what's new.
Monday, June 08, 2009
Labor & Delivery: Round 1
Sent home much to my happiness because I have not done the following:
- packed a hospital bag
- made a going home outfit for baby
- finished my work for work
- finished my thank you cards from my baby showers
- finalized a name for baby
- installed the car seat base in any car
But just in case I was going to be admitted I had done the following:
- ate breakfast
- packed my mintop, the camcorder and the digital camera
That's it. Sad huh.
I'm at home today working, I'm fine.
I think I'll get to that bag sooner than later.
Friday, June 05, 2009
38 Weeks
My little mintop has come in so handy. I can post from any place - you know, like a laptop but without the weight and heat because, really, that's the last thing I need.
Anyway...Welcome to my 38th week of pregnancy! Now in the middle of it, I'm bigger, getting more uncomfortable, sleep is apparently for the dead, and I chopped my hair off. Apparently, you aren't supposed to do that (well drastic cuts) but the 5-6 inches she cut off were bound to go bye-bye sooner than later.
Baby is also getting on my nerves, literally. My legs are wobbly and my back is all outta whack when I stand up. But once I get moving, baby probably gets the idea and leaves the nerves alone.
Thankfully, I can work from home on days like today (heavy, wobbly legs, back pain, and any other weird pregnancy related issue) and I'm taking advantage of it. My last baby shower is this weekend. Should be fun because it's a bbq and it's supposed to rain. Ya, sure, Minnesota. You've been threatening rain for the past 2 weeks and nothing has happened. Much like my false contractions.
Thursday, June 04, 2009
Still Here, Saving Cash, Nothing Else To Do
38 weeks, full-term baby inside, but I've got other things to do besides wait.
I love scoring good deals, especially on things we use often. Last week at CVS, I bought 2 Soft Scrubs, laundry detergent and toothpaste for (and I'm not kidding - ask Justin) $3. AND I walked out with an additional $2 in ECB's to use another time. Justin was shocked at how much I paid.
If you have a CVS, I highly recommend using it. And if you incorporate coupons, the deals are even better. (That's how I scored such a sweet deal for those four things. The toothpaste was FREE!)
Wednesday's are double coupon day at the local grocery store. Not a store I like to go to, but if they've got good prices on the items I need and I've got the coupons, I'll go. Here's what I got:
6 boxes of cereal (we eat a lot of cereal)
2 - 4 packs of yogurt
2 - 1 lbs. strawberries
3 boxes of kleenex
1 6-pack ziploc containers
1 gallon of milk
1 packet of jam pectin (for strawberry jam)
Without sales/coupons: $42.05
With sales/double coupons: $21.55
That's like 48% savings! Trips like these leave me more money to get the things we need or want for lunches and dinners. And I always look for sales at my favorite stores and still use coupons. It just makes sense to maximize when I can. Plus, babies like cereal and jam, right?
I love scoring good deals, especially on things we use often. Last week at CVS, I bought 2 Soft Scrubs, laundry detergent and toothpaste for (and I'm not kidding - ask Justin) $3. AND I walked out with an additional $2 in ECB's to use another time. Justin was shocked at how much I paid.
If you have a CVS, I highly recommend using it. And if you incorporate coupons, the deals are even better. (That's how I scored such a sweet deal for those four things. The toothpaste was FREE!)
Wednesday's are double coupon day at the local grocery store. Not a store I like to go to, but if they've got good prices on the items I need and I've got the coupons, I'll go. Here's what I got:
6 boxes of cereal (we eat a lot of cereal)
2 - 4 packs of yogurt
2 - 1 lbs. strawberries
3 boxes of kleenex
1 6-pack ziploc containers
1 gallon of milk
1 packet of jam pectin (for strawberry jam)
Without sales/coupons: $42.05
With sales/double coupons: $21.55
That's like 48% savings! Trips like these leave me more money to get the things we need or want for lunches and dinners. And I always look for sales at my favorite stores and still use coupons. It just makes sense to maximize when I can. Plus, babies like cereal and jam, right?
Tuesday, June 02, 2009
No Hormones Involved
I'm getting to the point to where I'm vocal about things I hate or drive me crazy, because I can. This pregnancy has been so easy and (thankfully) issue free. And with that said, I've decided I can complain about everything else non-pregnancy related, vocally and without feeling bad until baby shows up. (Then I'll be back to my regular, secretly complaining self.)
#1 - Minnesota and it's drivers who don't know how to get on the freeway. Freeway speeds are not ridiculous here so why is it that people cannot get up to speed in the time allotted? By the time they HAVE to merge, these drivers are STILL going 40-45 mph (sometimes less)! I'm up to speed long before them, I get over and then, BAM, they HAVE to get over and I'm forced to slow down for their dumb asses. Maybe they should go back to driving school for a refresher on how to enter the freeway. It's not everyone, but just enough people do it to drive ME crazy.
#2 - Expensive vets. I love Scully. She's been my baby for a very long time. But man, are trips to the vet are expensive! I guess it's only a shock when you have to go twice a year for shots or whatever and the bill is anywhere from $80 to $200. It's hard to find a good one. One who listens and doesn't think you're crazy when "I swear, just before I brought her in here she was all sickly looking." We've got a good vet, but I need a good loan sometimes.
#3 - Ok, baby related but still irritates me; due dates. It's all really a guessing game kids. I propose a due MONTH. I'm due in June. It could be now or it could be in three or four weeks. What's with the pressure of a due date? Why does everyone say "You're a first-timer, you'll go late," or "no baby arrives on their due date." Well, no doy! It's just a freaking guess! And I especially DO NOT need a MAN telling me when I'll have my baby. Unless the baby is a boy, and it's MY boy, then he can do whatever he wants, until the second he pees on me, then all bets are off kid.
#4 - Who are these people and why are they famous and why should I care and why are they still around? GAH! Get rid of them already! Katy Perry. Octo-Mom (which is a terrible nickname), Lily Allen, Amy Winehouse, Heidi and Spencer Pratt (seriously? who are these people??), Donald Trump. Oh, the list could go on but these people bother me big time.
#5 - Stupid news stories that don't get to the point. Is it just me or is that story missing some vital information? Or what about this one? How did they "witness" the act and yet say it's "not part of their normal behavior?" Stupid - but really funny.
#6 - Twitter.
#1 - Minnesota and it's drivers who don't know how to get on the freeway. Freeway speeds are not ridiculous here so why is it that people cannot get up to speed in the time allotted? By the time they HAVE to merge, these drivers are STILL going 40-45 mph (sometimes less)! I'm up to speed long before them, I get over and then, BAM, they HAVE to get over and I'm forced to slow down for their dumb asses. Maybe they should go back to driving school for a refresher on how to enter the freeway. It's not everyone, but just enough people do it to drive ME crazy.
#2 - Expensive vets. I love Scully. She's been my baby for a very long time. But man, are trips to the vet are expensive! I guess it's only a shock when you have to go twice a year for shots or whatever and the bill is anywhere from $80 to $200. It's hard to find a good one. One who listens and doesn't think you're crazy when "I swear, just before I brought her in here she was all sickly looking." We've got a good vet, but I need a good loan sometimes.
#3 - Ok, baby related but still irritates me; due dates. It's all really a guessing game kids. I propose a due MONTH. I'm due in June. It could be now or it could be in three or four weeks. What's with the pressure of a due date? Why does everyone say "You're a first-timer, you'll go late," or "no baby arrives on their due date." Well, no doy! It's just a freaking guess! And I especially DO NOT need a MAN telling me when I'll have my baby. Unless the baby is a boy, and it's MY boy, then he can do whatever he wants, until the second he pees on me, then all bets are off kid.
#4 - Who are these people and why are they famous and why should I care and why are they still around? GAH! Get rid of them already! Katy Perry. Octo-Mom (which is a terrible nickname), Lily Allen, Amy Winehouse, Heidi and Spencer Pratt (seriously? who are these people??), Donald Trump. Oh, the list could go on but these people bother me big time.
#5 - Stupid news stories that don't get to the point. Is it just me or is that story missing some vital information? Or what about this one? How did they "witness" the act and yet say it's "not part of their normal behavior?" Stupid - but really funny.
#6 - Twitter.
Friday, May 29, 2009
The Wait is Over!!!!
Internet, It's been a long wait, but I'd like to introduce you to my new little baby*:
MINTOP!
Delivered: Yesterday, May 28th
Weight: Around 3lbs (so cute!)
Dimensions: 10" (so tiny!)
Aren't we cute??
And aren't these cute??
Chubby feet that got bigger in the span of 15 minutes while waiting for Justin to pick me up. He lovingly referred to them as "hobbit feet." Mmmmm, cankles. You can't even SEE my bunions! Amazing! But I don't recommend this look when you've already got some other area on your body completely swollen courtesy of a full-term BABY.
*Oh, did you think this was actually a delivery announcement? Circle one:
Yes No Sucker
MINTOP!
Delivered: Yesterday, May 28th
Weight: Around 3lbs (so cute!)
Dimensions: 10" (so tiny!)
Aren't we cute??
And aren't these cute??
Chubby feet that got bigger in the span of 15 minutes while waiting for Justin to pick me up. He lovingly referred to them as "hobbit feet." Mmmmm, cankles. You can't even SEE my bunions! Amazing! But I don't recommend this look when you've already got some other area on your body completely swollen courtesy of a full-term BABY.
*Oh, did you think this was actually a delivery announcement? Circle one:
Yes No Sucker
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
The Dump
It seems regular posting is heading south or non-existent (unintentionally of course). Unless you want everything to be baby related? But I thought it was time for a camera dump post again.
Look who we haven't seen in a while!
SCULLY! She's doing well. Here, she's posing with her not so favorite home, her crate. We sold it on craigslist and I needed to show the size of it compared to my wee little girl. She's so happy it's gone now. And Justin really likes this picture of her. So grown up!
This is Max. He turned 4 on Saturday. Grandma and Grandpa got him a 4x4 electric hot wheel (or whatever those plug-in cars are called). His eyes almost popped out of his head when he saw it. We were hoping he'd forget the rest of his birthday at Chuck E. Cheese, but, no, he didn't forget. The good thing about 4-year-old's, they don't care if adults are around. Except, this guy is in LOVE with Justin. But the 4x4 did distract him enough for us to leave.
"I think I might be pregnant AND these are on SALE!" - clearance aisle at Cub.
Out shopping for a nursery chair on Saturday. I know, talk about waiting til the last minute. Justin decided this one wasn't a good rocker or recliner and it might be a little hard to get out of. But after sitting in 10 chairs from various stores, we ended up picking the one we liked about 3 months ago, but just couldn't commit. "We can't waffle anymore!" And bam, money spent, chair on order, delivery sometime in the next 4-6 weeks. Seeing as I'm due in about 3, we'll see which comes first.
Look who we haven't seen in a while!
SCULLY! She's doing well. Here, she's posing with her not so favorite home, her crate. We sold it on craigslist and I needed to show the size of it compared to my wee little girl. She's so happy it's gone now. And Justin really likes this picture of her. So grown up!
This is Max. He turned 4 on Saturday. Grandma and Grandpa got him a 4x4 electric hot wheel (or whatever those plug-in cars are called). His eyes almost popped out of his head when he saw it. We were hoping he'd forget the rest of his birthday at Chuck E. Cheese, but, no, he didn't forget. The good thing about 4-year-old's, they don't care if adults are around. Except, this guy is in LOVE with Justin. But the 4x4 did distract him enough for us to leave.
"I think I might be pregnant AND these are on SALE!" - clearance aisle at Cub.
Out shopping for a nursery chair on Saturday. I know, talk about waiting til the last minute. Justin decided this one wasn't a good rocker or recliner and it might be a little hard to get out of. But after sitting in 10 chairs from various stores, we ended up picking the one we liked about 3 months ago, but just couldn't commit. "We can't waffle anymore!" And bam, money spent, chair on order, delivery sometime in the next 4-6 weeks. Seeing as I'm due in about 3, we'll see which comes first.
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
One Day of Misery
Yesterday was the first "hot" day of Minnesota. I'm sure we've had some warm days in the past few months but seriously, yesterday was HOT. Upper 80's to the low 90's by the time I got home from work. I even got a farmer's tan on my arm during the drive home.
Once home, I walked in to see Justin wearing a hoodie. I said, "WHY ARE YOU WEARING THAT?!?! I'm DYING over here!"
A few years back we had a conversation about things we missed from either Salt Lake or the Midwest, in general. While we both had really dumb things we missed (me - Sconecutter, Justin - the Minnesota State Fair) we both agreed that we missed basements the most. On day's like yesterday, the basement is a life saver. Justin was so chilled he had to wear a hoodie.
I was hot. I was swollen ALL over. Scully was hot and panting and annoying because of the heat. I mentioned to Justin about 7 times, if we were still in Las Vegas, I would have died by now. I couldn't walk. It was more of a slow, sloooooow waddle. I was so miserable that all I wanted for dinner was ice cream. (ok, it's frozen yogurt, but still, something cold NOT hot to eat.)
(No, I didn't have frozen yogurt for dinner.)
So while I'm really excited for it to be in the 80's, I'm more excited that I don't have to be really pregnant during the entire summer. One day was enough!
In thinking of things that I could do to stay in the basement, I decided to wash baby clothes. NO, I haven't done any of that either. I know! I'm terrible (as Tony said, "You're not a very good boy scout.") but I've got other things to do. Like stay cool and not swollen 'n stuff.
Once home, I walked in to see Justin wearing a hoodie. I said, "WHY ARE YOU WEARING THAT?!?! I'm DYING over here!"
A few years back we had a conversation about things we missed from either Salt Lake or the Midwest, in general. While we both had really dumb things we missed (me - Sconecutter, Justin - the Minnesota State Fair) we both agreed that we missed basements the most. On day's like yesterday, the basement is a life saver. Justin was so chilled he had to wear a hoodie.
I was hot. I was swollen ALL over. Scully was hot and panting and annoying because of the heat. I mentioned to Justin about 7 times, if we were still in Las Vegas, I would have died by now. I couldn't walk. It was more of a slow, sloooooow waddle. I was so miserable that all I wanted for dinner was ice cream. (ok, it's frozen yogurt, but still, something cold NOT hot to eat.)
(No, I didn't have frozen yogurt for dinner.)
So while I'm really excited for it to be in the 80's, I'm more excited that I don't have to be really pregnant during the entire summer. One day was enough!
In thinking of things that I could do to stay in the basement, I decided to wash baby clothes. NO, I haven't done any of that either. I know! I'm terrible (as Tony said, "You're not a very good boy scout.") but I've got other things to do. Like stay cool and not swollen 'n stuff.
Monday, May 18, 2009
Don't Call Me Crazy, Please
I don't have a car seat, but I've got diapers covered. (I know I can't leave the hospital without a car seat, don't worry, I plan on getting one very soon. Yes, talk about waiting til the last minute.)
We're going to try out the new cloth diapers. Apparently, these things aren't like what our 70's moms used.
First up, I had no idea even where to start. Online searching one night took 4 hours just to get to know the different kinds. Fitted, All-in-Ones, Pre-folds, Pockets - I think that's it? And that's a lot! How to care for them, how to wash them, what someones day might look like with cloth diapers. The information was everywhere.
I talked to Justin about trying a few out to see if we wanted to even go this route. He's the best. We're totally using this child as an experiment, but in a good way! He didn't mind trying them out as long as I showed him how to use them. So I placed my first order. I ordered 2 fitted - Kissaluvs with 2 covers and 2 All-in-Ones. Fitted diapers are just that, they fit without having to do any folding of any kind. They've got elastic around the legs and snaps around the waist. The only thing with this style is you have to have covers for them.
And speaking of covers, those pre-folds that our moms used? You can still use them with the new style covers. So even if I run out of all these other diapers, I've still got the pre-folds.
AIO's (All-in-Ones) are basically like disposables except you don't throw them away. No covers are needed either.
I recently placed another order for a pocket diaper - FuzziBunz. These are a lot like AIO's but have a pocket in the back to add more layers in case your kid is like Niagara.
The resale value of these things are not like the housing market in Las Vegas. You can get a lot of money out of them - even used. I purchased more on Craigslist last week. Actually, they were brand new, she just never used them. So I scored them a few dollars cheaper than I would have at an online retailer. (I bought more Kissaluvs and covers.)
The initial cost for cloth diapers is high. And it's not like we can't afford disposables, we can (I've already bought some because I'm pretty sure I'll only be able to handle one big baby challenge a day). I'm no hippie either, I'm pretty sure I'll be using a lot of water to wash these things so please don't tell me I'm doing no better with cloth.
Honestly, I think they'll be easier. Easier that I won't have to go out late at night or at all because I ran out of diapers. There's a less chance of diaper rash but only if I change baby right away. Who knows what's in disposables and if they cause any long-term effects (since they've really only been around for the past 20-25 years). Potty training has been proven easier using cloth diapers instead of pull-ups. And they are cute too!
Sure, they'll be a downside. Like washing. I get it, people are grossed out. But seriously, if you can pop a kid out, what else is gonna gross you out? A dirty diaper? Oh, please. (We just went to our birth preparation class - lots of "gross" talk.) Anyway, breastfeed diapers can be thrown in the washer, no dunking at all. Once you start solids, then you have to "take care of things" before washing. But no soaking is necessary.
I've yet to try this out, seeing as I haven't had my baby yet (please don't start calling asking if I've had the baby. Few weeks left, people). And there is a lot more info regarding cloth but I figure I should become an expert (or not) before I go into that stuff. But I'm prepared with my small diaper stash including disposables.
We're going to try out the new cloth diapers. Apparently, these things aren't like what our 70's moms used.
First up, I had no idea even where to start. Online searching one night took 4 hours just to get to know the different kinds. Fitted, All-in-Ones, Pre-folds, Pockets - I think that's it? And that's a lot! How to care for them, how to wash them, what someones day might look like with cloth diapers. The information was everywhere.
I talked to Justin about trying a few out to see if we wanted to even go this route. He's the best. We're totally using this child as an experiment, but in a good way! He didn't mind trying them out as long as I showed him how to use them. So I placed my first order. I ordered 2 fitted - Kissaluvs with 2 covers and 2 All-in-Ones. Fitted diapers are just that, they fit without having to do any folding of any kind. They've got elastic around the legs and snaps around the waist. The only thing with this style is you have to have covers for them.
And speaking of covers, those pre-folds that our moms used? You can still use them with the new style covers. So even if I run out of all these other diapers, I've still got the pre-folds.
AIO's (All-in-Ones) are basically like disposables except you don't throw them away. No covers are needed either.
I recently placed another order for a pocket diaper - FuzziBunz. These are a lot like AIO's but have a pocket in the back to add more layers in case your kid is like Niagara.
The resale value of these things are not like the housing market in Las Vegas. You can get a lot of money out of them - even used. I purchased more on Craigslist last week. Actually, they were brand new, she just never used them. So I scored them a few dollars cheaper than I would have at an online retailer. (I bought more Kissaluvs and covers.)
The initial cost for cloth diapers is high. And it's not like we can't afford disposables, we can (I've already bought some because I'm pretty sure I'll only be able to handle one big baby challenge a day). I'm no hippie either, I'm pretty sure I'll be using a lot of water to wash these things so please don't tell me I'm doing no better with cloth.
Honestly, I think they'll be easier. Easier that I won't have to go out late at night or at all because I ran out of diapers. There's a less chance of diaper rash but only if I change baby right away. Who knows what's in disposables and if they cause any long-term effects (since they've really only been around for the past 20-25 years). Potty training has been proven easier using cloth diapers instead of pull-ups. And they are cute too!
Sure, they'll be a downside. Like washing. I get it, people are grossed out. But seriously, if you can pop a kid out, what else is gonna gross you out? A dirty diaper? Oh, please. (We just went to our birth preparation class - lots of "gross" talk.) Anyway, breastfeed diapers can be thrown in the washer, no dunking at all. Once you start solids, then you have to "take care of things" before washing. But no soaking is necessary.
I've yet to try this out, seeing as I haven't had my baby yet (please don't start calling asking if I've had the baby. Few weeks left, people). And there is a lot more info regarding cloth but I figure I should become an expert (or not) before I go into that stuff. But I'm prepared with my small diaper stash including disposables.
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
One Year Ago
It was one year ago when I went for my first interview. I admit, I lied about where I was that weekend to our friends and co-workers in Las Vegas. But we really thought bad things would happen to both of us if we told everyone I was looking for a job and had interviews with a company out of state.
Looking back, I guess it wasn't that big of deal. But I really hated lying to people about where my new job was. And that "No, we aren't moving." Oops, HI we're moving.
Despite a long, difficult winter (mostly for Justin, even though I spent numerous mornings in negative temps waiting for a bus), we're finally getting used to it here. There are many things we miss about Las Vegas, even Salt Lake City. But with spring finally here and summer around the corner (EEEEEEE!), our attitudes have gotten better.
Our house and all its projects are taking shape and getting done. We didn't have anything to do last night because of a power outage so we finished up some projects that didn't require electricity. And you know what? They took all of 30 minutes. But it feels good to finish them. And it felt good to have the power back on because I needed a fruit smoothie made in my awesome new blender
! Because, you know, when you move across country, you don't have room for that old blender.
Looking back, I guess it wasn't that big of deal. But I really hated lying to people about where my new job was. And that "No, we aren't moving." Oops, HI we're moving.
Despite a long, difficult winter (mostly for Justin, even though I spent numerous mornings in negative temps waiting for a bus), we're finally getting used to it here. There are many things we miss about Las Vegas, even Salt Lake City. But with spring finally here and summer around the corner (EEEEEEE!), our attitudes have gotten better.
Our house and all its projects are taking shape and getting done. We didn't have anything to do last night because of a power outage so we finished up some projects that didn't require electricity. And you know what? They took all of 30 minutes. But it feels good to finish them. And it felt good to have the power back on because I needed a fruit smoothie made in my awesome new blender
! Because, you know, when you move across country, you don't have room for that old blender.
Thursday, May 07, 2009
BTW
34 weeks and belly button hasn't popped yet (man that thing is DEEP). So my prediction of 35 weeks might not be far off.
Shall I up it to 36 or just go for 40?
And btw, my sister-in-law had 2 of her 6 kids before 34 weeks. She was just reminding me last night. They were really, really little.
And, and btw, this kid is pushing me around, using my hip bone as a spring board.
Shall I up it to 36 or just go for 40?
And btw, my sister-in-law had 2 of her 6 kids before 34 weeks. She was just reminding me last night. They were really, really little.
And, and btw, this kid is pushing me around, using my hip bone as a spring board.
Friday, May 01, 2009
New Poll
Well, now that we've clearly determined that baby is a GIRL based on your votes, although the Chinese Pregnancy Calendar states my baby is a BOY, let's guess when she'll show up.
And if you'd like to get on a "it's a..." email list, send me your email. I can't assume you'll want to know, so send me your address. I won't spam you, I have nothing to spam. And I don't tweet so don't ask if I have an account.
And if you'd like to get on a "it's a..." email list, send me your email. I can't assume you'll want to know, so send me your address. I won't spam you, I have nothing to spam. And I don't tweet so don't ask if I have an account.
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Still Not Really Counting
Welcome to my 33rd week of pregnancy! Seriously, I forget what week I'm in. I have to look at the weekly email I get saying "Pregnancy: Week XX" just so I remember. I'm close most of the time. I'm excited but mostly stressed out that in possibly 7 weeks (or EARLIER!) this baby will be here.
Not too shabby for 33 weeks, eh?
My butt isn't really shaped like that. It probably didn't help that I used it as a shelf for my arms.
Remember this photo at 24 weeks?:
So ya, the baby moved into the "all fo sho" part. The belly is all baby now. Biology is weird!
We're slowly crossing things off the "must get done before baby" list. But even then, we won't get to everything. And I'm fine with that. Today is the last day the hardwood floor guys are around, applying the last few coats. And let me say, I've never gotten so excited over hardwood floors. EVER. They are beautiful! This is just one small step to liking my dumpy new house a wee bit more.
Justin asked why we didn't do it sooner. Cause we're dumb, that's why. Seriously, I can't wait to move back into our bedroom and get the baby's room set up with beautiful hardwood floors! I'd show pictures, but I want it to be a big reveal because they were beat-the-crap up. Even so, beat up hardwood floors looked better than the hideously green, piss-smelling carpet that was there. And no, I didn't let anything of ours touch that piss-smelling carpet. We pulled it up before we even moved in.
Completely unrelated, but Justin and I are dealing with it now, spring in Minnesota. Minnesota weather, you are seriously f'd up.
Not too shabby for 33 weeks, eh?
My butt isn't really shaped like that. It probably didn't help that I used it as a shelf for my arms.
Remember this photo at 24 weeks?:
So ya, the baby moved into the "all fo sho" part. The belly is all baby now. Biology is weird!
We're slowly crossing things off the "must get done before baby" list. But even then, we won't get to everything. And I'm fine with that. Today is the last day the hardwood floor guys are around, applying the last few coats. And let me say, I've never gotten so excited over hardwood floors. EVER. They are beautiful! This is just one small step to liking my dumpy new house a wee bit more.
Justin asked why we didn't do it sooner. Cause we're dumb, that's why. Seriously, I can't wait to move back into our bedroom and get the baby's room set up with beautiful hardwood floors! I'd show pictures, but I want it to be a big reveal because they were beat-the-crap up. Even so, beat up hardwood floors looked better than the hideously green, piss-smelling carpet that was there. And no, I didn't let anything of ours touch that piss-smelling carpet. We pulled it up before we even moved in.
Completely unrelated, but Justin and I are dealing with it now, spring in Minnesota. Minnesota weather, you are seriously f'd up.
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Oh Please
I'd expect to see something like this in Utah. Justin and I were accused of stupid stuff that was totally inaccurate, judgmental, and discriminatory but within an organization, not a neighborhood. I can't imagine having to deal with this stuff on your own street.
Of course, I'm sure there's another side to this story, but when the press show up and you want people to maybe understand why you did it, don't run in your house and hide.
On a completely different note: I know I'm a little behind but I love Flight of the Conchords. Anyone else? Anyway, I found out the writers/directors of Napoleon Dynamite are about to release a new film called Gentlemen Broncos with Jermaine Clement that looks hilarious. Or maybe it's just me who thinks it looks funny. At least I think Jermaine looks funny. Ok, how about this instead? Hilarious, no? Yes!
Of course, I'm sure there's another side to this story, but when the press show up and you want people to maybe understand why you did it, don't run in your house and hide.
On a completely different note: I know I'm a little behind but I love Flight of the Conchords. Anyone else? Anyway, I found out the writers/directors of Napoleon Dynamite are about to release a new film called Gentlemen Broncos with Jermaine Clement that looks hilarious. Or maybe it's just me who thinks it looks funny. At least I think Jermaine looks funny. Ok, how about this instead? Hilarious, no? Yes!
Monday, April 27, 2009
One Giant Step in the Wrong Direction
My bed is in the living room. Our clothes are downstairs. The crib is still untouched, in pieces and in the living room. BUT! I managed to unpack the last office box. That room, is officially unpacked.
We're getting our hardwood floors refinished in our bedrooms (ours and baby's).
(BTW, can we say that Justin and I are 100% doing our part to spend money EVERYWHERE we can, including buying a house in a VERY unstable job market. And yet, we owed Minnesota taxes? How the? What the? Dumb Minnesota and your state taxes! Nevada isn't looking too bad right about now. Everybody, move to Nevada - NO STATE TAXES! And I know of some great houses for sale.)
Anyway, that's why I'm camping out in the living room. Scully doesn't care. As long as her bed is by ours, she can sleep anywhere. We knew this day would come - moving out of our bedroom, into the living room. It's just annoying. But, better do it now while the baby's room is empty with no more stinky carpet (seriously, it STUNK) and while I'm able to help move things, we're going for it.
(We could have moved into our spare room but it was downstairs, smelly (think, too many glade plug-ins courtesy of the previous owners leaving them everywhere) and I didn't want to move our bed that far. Plus, there's really nothing in the living room, it was easier.)
Justin suggested I start showing some before & after pictures of the projects we've done. Most have been started, only a few are finished. PLUS! There's random furniture everywhere, which is impressive because we don't HAVE any furniture. So until rooms are completely done, I'll hold off on the photos.
None of this helps because I want to "nest." That's such a silly, dumb, stereo-typical term. I think I'm going to call it "get my house in order before baby arrives." Much better. But for short, I'll call it "unpacking."
So, until further notice, no one is allowed to come over to my home. I'll most likely be in bed, in the living room, or possibly unpacking.
We're getting our hardwood floors refinished in our bedrooms (ours and baby's).
(BTW, can we say that Justin and I are 100% doing our part to spend money EVERYWHERE we can, including buying a house in a VERY unstable job market. And yet, we owed Minnesota taxes? How the? What the? Dumb Minnesota and your state taxes! Nevada isn't looking too bad right about now. Everybody, move to Nevada - NO STATE TAXES! And I know of some great houses for sale.)
Anyway, that's why I'm camping out in the living room. Scully doesn't care. As long as her bed is by ours, she can sleep anywhere. We knew this day would come - moving out of our bedroom, into the living room. It's just annoying. But, better do it now while the baby's room is empty with no more stinky carpet (seriously, it STUNK) and while I'm able to help move things, we're going for it.
(We could have moved into our spare room but it was downstairs, smelly (think, too many glade plug-ins courtesy of the previous owners leaving them everywhere) and I didn't want to move our bed that far. Plus, there's really nothing in the living room, it was easier.)
Justin suggested I start showing some before & after pictures of the projects we've done. Most have been started, only a few are finished. PLUS! There's random furniture everywhere, which is impressive because we don't HAVE any furniture. So until rooms are completely done, I'll hold off on the photos.
None of this helps because I want to "nest." That's such a silly, dumb, stereo-typical term. I think I'm going to call it "get my house in order before baby arrives." Much better. But for short, I'll call it "unpacking."
So, until further notice, no one is allowed to come over to my home. I'll most likely be in bed, in the living room, or possibly unpacking.
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Practicing
Look at the CUTE sling Todd and his sister got me! I love it! And look at my cute substitute baby.
It's REALLY a bad angle of me and I'm not making excuses. Justin was sitting down, talking on the phone. I was laughing because Scully was trying to jump out. I thought she'd enjoy a little carry action from me. She's always wanting me to hold her. I guess not. I can only hope the baby doesn't try to jump out the first chance it gets.
I hate to mention it... but holy CHINS! And I DON'T hate to mention it... but holy boobage!
We spent last night at a baby consignment sale that happens twice a year. Last night (the first night) was for first-time mothers. Justin went along because, well, I kinda made him. But he seemed to have enjoyed himself picking out toys for his baby, and for him. Actually, I think most were for him since he found me in the clothes section exclaiming, "You've GOT to see this phone I found!"
"Ok"
Waddle, waddle, waddle over to the toy table where they had electronic games like guitar hero and phones? (kind of a weird thing to be selling at a baby/kid sale.) This phone apparently lights up. You know, for the kids. I told him to think about it for a while if he REALLY wanted one.
So while we stood in line for 1 1/2 hours to check out, he finally decided to get it. He also decided we need to come back after the baby is born because he wants to look for baby shoes. I guess it doesn't matter what we're having, Justin wants to buy shoes for this baby. NO.MATTER.WHAT! We scored a few newborn outfits, some maternity clothes and a few infant toys. And a phone.
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Earth Day Deals
It's Earth Day kids! So I thought I'd provide you places to get freebies and cool projects to celebrate today.
Print up this coupon for a free reusable shopping tote AND get 15% off eligible store items AND 20% on all Walgreens brand items. It's today only!
Visit the Disney Store and bring in 3 bottles to recycle and they'll give you a free gift. Details here.
Justin wants to start an herb garden. He even has the kit but hasn't opened it yet. If you're ready to start and don't want to buy the kit, you can make your own herb garden by recycling tin cans. Cute project!
Want to try some 100% recycled Reynold's Wrap for free? Go here and print this mail-in-rebate for a free roll, while supplies last. Purchase must be made by May 4th and must be mailed in by May 30th. Who doesn't like a check in the mail?
You can recycle cereal boxes...or you can use them as magazine holders. I love it!
Print up this coupon for a free reusable shopping tote AND get 15% off eligible store items AND 20% on all Walgreens brand items. It's today only!
Visit the Disney Store and bring in 3 bottles to recycle and they'll give you a free gift. Details here.
Justin wants to start an herb garden. He even has the kit but hasn't opened it yet. If you're ready to start and don't want to buy the kit, you can make your own herb garden by recycling tin cans. Cute project!
Want to try some 100% recycled Reynold's Wrap for free? Go here and print this mail-in-rebate for a free roll, while supplies last. Purchase must be made by May 4th and must be mailed in by May 30th. Who doesn't like a check in the mail?
You can recycle cereal boxes...or you can use them as magazine holders. I love it!
Friday, April 17, 2009
Neti Pot
Continued from yesterday:
I was desperate to breathe. No matter how much nose-blowing I was doing, it wasn't solving the overall problem of allergies. So I hit up Walgreen's on the way home from work.
They had 3 different brands! I couldn't even find one pot at Target. The pots all looked the same so I grabbed the one that came with the little salt packets.
I told Justin I bought one and as grossed out as it sounded to him, he wanted to watch. But with working on organizing the office and him setting up his computer, he missed out. Darn.
It didn't say anything about not using it *while* congested because, oh boy, was I stuffed up. I thought, if it doesn't work today, I'll try it again tomorrow. So I shoved the Neti Pot
up my nose, tilted my head, opened my mouth and started to pour.
Hmmm, nothing came out the other side. I must have really been stuffed up. But where the heck did all that water go?
So before I thought I'd choke on salt water, I pulled the pot out and out came the water. I blew my nose like it said and surprisingly, it helped clear things out. So I tried it again on the same side. But I couldn't get the water to come out the other nostril. So I gave up. BUT! I could breathe so much better from that side.
I tried the other side and I got it to work. Water went into one nostril and out the other! Oh my garage! It was the wildest thing. Guess what? I could breathe! I demonstrated my breathing to Justin - impressed - and I slept most of the night without coughing fits and the inability to breathe, only waking up to rotate the belly.
I was going to do it this morning because I am a little stuffy (but not as I've been these last 2 weeks), but I ran out of time. So I'll be pouring water up my nose tonight. (Oh my Friday nights are EXCITING!)
Kids, the Neti Pot worked. Probably not as well had I not been completely stuffed up, but I'm pretty sure once I get everything flushed out (a few more days), that it'll be something I use on a semi-regular basis.
You can read more about it here and here.
I was desperate to breathe. No matter how much nose-blowing I was doing, it wasn't solving the overall problem of allergies. So I hit up Walgreen's on the way home from work.
They had 3 different brands! I couldn't even find one pot at Target. The pots all looked the same so I grabbed the one that came with the little salt packets.
I told Justin I bought one and as grossed out as it sounded to him, he wanted to watch. But with working on organizing the office and him setting up his computer, he missed out. Darn.
It didn't say anything about not using it *while* congested because, oh boy, was I stuffed up. I thought, if it doesn't work today, I'll try it again tomorrow. So I shoved the Neti Pot
up my nose, tilted my head, opened my mouth and started to pour. Hmmm, nothing came out the other side. I must have really been stuffed up. But where the heck did all that water go?
So before I thought I'd choke on salt water, I pulled the pot out and out came the water. I blew my nose like it said and surprisingly, it helped clear things out. So I tried it again on the same side. But I couldn't get the water to come out the other nostril. So I gave up. BUT! I could breathe so much better from that side.
I tried the other side and I got it to work. Water went into one nostril and out the other! Oh my garage! It was the wildest thing. Guess what? I could breathe! I demonstrated my breathing to Justin - impressed - and I slept most of the night without coughing fits and the inability to breathe, only waking up to rotate the belly.
I was going to do it this morning because I am a little stuffy (but not as I've been these last 2 weeks), but I ran out of time. So I'll be pouring water up my nose tonight. (Oh my Friday nights are EXCITING!)
Kids, the Neti Pot
worked. Probably not as well had I not been completely stuffed up, but I'm pretty sure once I get everything flushed out (a few more days), that it'll be something I use on a semi-regular basis. You can read more about it here and here.
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Water Ballet
There's something about posting an ultrasound photo online that kinda freaks me out. Yes, the profile of the kid is cute but it's more of a "I don't really want you to see the inside of me" problem. Some things are too personal.
So, instead, you get my kid doing water ballet - or at least that's what it looks like. Or surfing on some big waves. Or just trying to find the best position before bed.
I held the camera pretty steady. This babe likes to move! Notice within the first 3 seconds the body part (arm? elbow? bum?) sweeps across. Yeah, it's weird to feel too.
It was a really active night. But we eventually went to sleep.
Oh, and Yea! for me for posting my first ever blogger video. Plenty of other times I tried but just couldn't wait long enough. Being pregnant has made me patient.
Answers to questions I get almost daily now:
1) Yes I'm feeling fine, you asked me yesterday. And the day before. And every freaking day before that so leave me alone already!
2) Still due in June.
3) It's the clothes that make me look bigger.
4) Yes, all chairs are uncomfortable.
5) Yes, I'm on my way to the bathroom. (Why would someone ask me that? But they do when they see me coming down the hall. That should be in the same category as 'no ultrasounds online,' it's personal.)
6) No, I can wait. I'm in no hurry to be done. I'm smart enough to know this is the easy part.
After finally getting over my stupid cold, I went and got hit by allergies. Yea! I'm desperate to breath, has anyone tried a neti pot? Oh boy, doesn't that look weird? But my boss swears by it - and apparently so does Dr. Oz.
So, instead, you get my kid doing water ballet - or at least that's what it looks like. Or surfing on some big waves. Or just trying to find the best position before bed.
I held the camera pretty steady. This babe likes to move! Notice within the first 3 seconds the body part (arm? elbow? bum?) sweeps across. Yeah, it's weird to feel too.
It was a really active night. But we eventually went to sleep.
Oh, and Yea! for me for posting my first ever blogger video. Plenty of other times I tried but just couldn't wait long enough. Being pregnant has made me patient.
Answers to questions I get almost daily now:
1) Yes I'm feeling fine, you asked me yesterday. And the day before. And every freaking day before that so leave me alone already!
2) Still due in June.
3) It's the clothes that make me look bigger.
4) Yes, all chairs are uncomfortable.
5) Yes, I'm on my way to the bathroom. (Why would someone ask me that? But they do when they see me coming down the hall. That should be in the same category as 'no ultrasounds online,' it's personal.)
6) No, I can wait. I'm in no hurry to be done. I'm smart enough to know this is the easy part.
After finally getting over my stupid cold, I went and got hit by allergies. Yea! I'm desperate to breath, has anyone tried a neti pot? Oh boy, doesn't that look weird? But my boss swears by it - and apparently so does Dr. Oz.
Friday, April 10, 2009
Let the Comments Begin
Wednesday, since it was so warm in the morning (only 35 degrees!) I went to work without a jacket. I had on a hoodie and that was just enough for me. I get hot easily now - something I NEVER thought would happen. As I got on the bus, the very friendly driver asked "I don't normally ask these questions, but are you pregnant?"
No. What would give you that impression? Was it the little waddle I did trying to chase you down? Or the white shirt I'm wearing that accentuates the belly to point where it's completely obvious? But I'm glad he asked instead of just assuming I'm fat.
I'm not fat!
So we started talking and he mentioned that another rider is pregnant too. So when she got on, he "hooked us up." That's what he called it. She's not as far along but had some questions. I was flattered, but since when did I become an expert? I guess anyone is happy to talk to someone who's already been through it (I know I asked my sister-in-law questions). Even though I disappointed her by saying, "I haven't had any morning sickness or any other issues."
Later, in the skyway, two dudes were walking in front of me. Really, they were just tooling around, generally being in my way. They moved to the side and happened to look back at me.
Guy 1: "Whoa, watch out!"
Me: "Um, thanks?"
Guy 2: "You look like you're about to pop!"
Me: "Nope, not yet."
Guy 2: "Soon I hope!"
Me: "Nope, got 2 months left."
My brother-in-law is an expert on when prego's are gonna pop. He's seen it 6 times. And he said I'm no where near popping. Obviously! I'm only 30 weeks! But I'm happy he basically said I wasn't as big as those tools made it sound like.
These dumb maternity shirts with their empire waste do nothing to flatter any part. At least that's what I think. Plus, the "empire" part makes me itch!
This is basically how I wake up. With my shirt over my belly. Yes, the ring is still in. The Doctor said I'd need to take it out soon*. But! My belly button hasn't even popped out yet, that's how deep it is. It's so obvious it's a ring under my shirt, people's eyes are attracted to it almost like it's a third nipple or something. And I know you just took a peak while talking to me so stop making it obvious that you looked!
I thought it'd pop out at 30 weeks, now I'm aiming for 35. Any takers on that?
Oh, Justin. Look at how cute you are with your little belly.
*I have a maternity ring - a flexible ring. I put it in a while back but it was too long and looked even sillier under shirts. I would NEVER get it re-pierced if it closed up but then, I don't want to be a 40 year old with one. So I assume at one point I should just let it close up. Oh, the life decisions to make.
No. What would give you that impression? Was it the little waddle I did trying to chase you down? Or the white shirt I'm wearing that accentuates the belly to point where it's completely obvious? But I'm glad he asked instead of just assuming I'm fat.
I'm not fat!
So we started talking and he mentioned that another rider is pregnant too. So when she got on, he "hooked us up." That's what he called it. She's not as far along but had some questions. I was flattered, but since when did I become an expert? I guess anyone is happy to talk to someone who's already been through it (I know I asked my sister-in-law questions). Even though I disappointed her by saying, "I haven't had any morning sickness or any other issues."
Later, in the skyway, two dudes were walking in front of me. Really, they were just tooling around, generally being in my way. They moved to the side and happened to look back at me.
Guy 1: "Whoa, watch out!"
Me: "Um, thanks?"
Guy 2: "You look like you're about to pop!"
Me: "Nope, not yet."
Guy 2: "Soon I hope!"
Me: "Nope, got 2 months left."
My brother-in-law is an expert on when prego's are gonna pop. He's seen it 6 times. And he said I'm no where near popping. Obviously! I'm only 30 weeks! But I'm happy he basically said I wasn't as big as those tools made it sound like.
These dumb maternity shirts with their empire waste do nothing to flatter any part. At least that's what I think. Plus, the "empire" part makes me itch!
This is basically how I wake up. With my shirt over my belly. Yes, the ring is still in. The Doctor said I'd need to take it out soon*. But! My belly button hasn't even popped out yet, that's how deep it is. It's so obvious it's a ring under my shirt, people's eyes are attracted to it almost like it's a third nipple or something. And I know you just took a peak while talking to me so stop making it obvious that you looked!
I thought it'd pop out at 30 weeks, now I'm aiming for 35. Any takers on that?
Oh, Justin. Look at how cute you are with your little belly.
*I have a maternity ring - a flexible ring. I put it in a while back but it was too long and looked even sillier under shirts. I would NEVER get it re-pierced if it closed up but then, I don't want to be a 40 year old with one. So I assume at one point I should just let it close up. Oh, the life decisions to make.
Monday, April 06, 2009
WGI Recap
- Driving to Dayton from Cincinnati during rush hour will take a long time.
- Crappy bleachers are not friendly to a pregnant belly or back. Especially if they rock when people go up and down the aisle.
- Nice, cushy seats ARE friendly to a pregnant belly and back. Thank you UD Arena.
- Some guards just shouldn't go. It's a waste of my time, the judges time, and everyone's time (and money).
- Civil rights shows are over done. Let's be creative people.
- Short sleeve weather!!!
- I watched more guard than I slept.
- Loud music and screaming fans tend to wake up a certain baby in the womb. Then the baby found vengeance by kicking the crap out of me. Thanks Amachi!
- I'm not FAT! You're FAT!
- It's always sad to see a great show not make it to finals.
- It's equally sad to see a crappy show make it to finals.
- If there was a scoop, I heard it.
- Santa Clara Vanguard=Awesome
- Performers just get more talented and awesome each season.
- Inspired to start teaching again. But then I come to my senses.
- Crappy bleachers are not friendly to a pregnant belly or back. Especially if they rock when people go up and down the aisle.
- Nice, cushy seats ARE friendly to a pregnant belly and back. Thank you UD Arena.
- Some guards just shouldn't go. It's a waste of my time, the judges time, and everyone's time (and money).
- Civil rights shows are over done. Let's be creative people.
- Short sleeve weather!!!
- I watched more guard than I slept.
- Loud music and screaming fans tend to wake up a certain baby in the womb. Then the baby found vengeance by kicking the crap out of me. Thanks Amachi!
- I'm not FAT! You're FAT!
- It's always sad to see a great show not make it to finals.
- It's equally sad to see a crappy show make it to finals.
- If there was a scoop, I heard it.
- Santa Clara Vanguard=Awesome
- Performers just get more talented and awesome each season.
- Inspired to start teaching again. But then I come to my senses.
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