Update!

Hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving! We spent a few days in Georgia visiting my sister and family, which was so much fun. I had my monthly doctor's appointment on Monday, so it's time for a new update!

How far along? 23 weeks
Total weight gain? Almost 8 pounds (not too bad!)
How big is baby? Around 1 pound and the length of an ear of corn
Sex: Boy!
Maternity Clothes: Yes
Stretch Marks? Not yet.
Sleep? Pretty good, but am having some crazy pregnancy dreams!
Best moment this week: Austin finally felt baby boy kick! We were so excited!!!
Movement: movement has been getting stronger and stronger every day. He had the hiccups the other night, which was cute but annoying at the same time!
Food cravings: Carbs!
Labor signs? None
Belly Button: Still in, but getting smaller and longer from left to right. It definitely does not look normal at the moment. Guess it will only get worse...
What I miss: Being able to bend over easily (makes putting your socks on somewhat difficult!)
What I'm looking forward to: CHRISTMAS!!!! I absolutely love the Christmas season!
Words of Wisdom/Weekly Gripe: I was finally able to get my swine flu shot a few weeks ago (Dr. said it was a MUST to get). Long story, but I had to go to the health department to get it. Let's just say that I am SO SO SO thankful for health insurance and my wonderful doctor's office after visiting the health department. After braving the HD, my doctor informed me on Monday that they now had the vaccine in their office. Great.....a little too late.

I hope everyone is getting in the Christmas spirit as I definitely am! This year I've decided to focus more on the reason for celebrating Christmas. I see all these ads for "Holiday" , etc. I visit babycenter.com frequently and a girl recently posted about being an atheist, and in the same post mentioned Christmas. Here's my question....if you don't believe, why do you celebrate the month of December???? Shouldn't it be just another month of the year for you? When I had my ultrasound done, I sat there thinking "how can anyone not believe in the Lord after seeing/experiencing a child?". I will never understand some people's thoughts on religion. However, I have my beliefs and my faith and I suppose that's all that matters!!! Sorry for getting off on a rant.....

Hope you all have a great week! Also, I always wonder if anyone actually reads my blogs! Please leave me comments when you visit!!!!

Weekly Updates!

Hope everyone has had a wonderful week! I personally am looking forward to FRIDAY!!!! Our school system has the entire week of Thanksgiving off, so I get a week-long break. Yah for me!

Here is my weekly update!
How far along? 22 weeks
Total weight gain? Not sure. I go back to the dr. on Monday so will know then!
How big is baby? 11 inches (the size of a spaghetti squash) and almost 1 pound!
Sex: Boy!
Maternity Clothes: Yes
Stretch Marks? Not yet. However, my babycenter update e-mail this week said if I'm going to get them they will probably start showing up in the next few weeks....Great. Something to look forward to.
Sleep? Depends on the night. Last night was the best night of sleep I've had in a while. Tuesday night I was up from 12:30 - 3 a.m. It is getting more uncomfortable to find a sleeping position this week too.
Best moment this week: My talented sister-in-law brought me the fabric design for the bedding, curtains, wall color, etc. and it is amazing!!!!! I can't wait to get his room going!
Movement: Definitely picking up on a daily basis. He still seems to be a night owl, so it makes it tough for me to fall asleep when he's doing kickboxing in my belly.
Food cravings: Nothing at this moment.
Labor signs? None
Belly Button: Still in, but getting smaller and longer from left to right. It definitely does not look normal at the moment. Guess it will only get worse...
What I miss: Still missing ceasar salad
What I'm looking forward to: A week off from work!
Words of Wisdom/Weekly Gripe: Still can't find any words of wisdom. My gripe will be people making rude comments. I had a lady at work tell me that everytime she sees me I'm going to the bathroom. No crap...I'm pregnant, drinking tons of water. What does she expect and did she actually have to point that out????? Get a life!

I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend and great Thanksgiving. I realize I have SO much to be thankful for (my family, my amazing husband, this perfect creature growing inside of me, wonderful friends, etc.) and I hope each of you count your blessings as well!

Have a happy day!

Happy Birthday Mimi!

Today is my mom's birthday! Happy Birthday Mimi! Looking forward to next year when baby boy is here to celebrate with us!

Exciting Weekend!

So this past weekend was very exciting. Sunday was Austin's birthday, so we celebrated all weekend long. Saturday night we went with some of our close friends to have dinner for his birthday. Sunday he played golf ALL day long, then we went to dinner at Bonefish with his family (YUMMY!!!!). Happy 27th Birthday Austin!

Saturday I picked out and ordered all of baby boy's furniture! I can't wait to get started on his room! Here is a pic of the set we ordered:

We also ordered an chair/ottoman glider set to go in his room. Now to get going on the bedding and painting!

Weekly Updates!

This past weekend we had so much fun! The guys had a golf trip to RTJ Prattville for the weekend, so my sister and the kids came and spent the weekend with me and mom. Great weekend had by all (right Jenn????) I got to register for baby boy, which was fun but tiring at the same time. WAAAAAY too many choices out there for babies! I mean really....what baby needs sippy cups in 10 different colors??? (I guess my baby does, since I did register for like 3 different ones :))After 2 1/2 hours at Babies R Us, we decided that was enough for one day. I have started my Pottery Barn registry online, but still need to go in the store to finish it.

This week I enjoyed Veteran's Day off and shopped for baby furniture. Hopefully we can get everything ordered by this weekend and get started on his room!

Here is this week's Preggers Update!
How far along? 21 weeks
Total weight gain: I refuse to step on scales at home, so still at 6 until my next dr.'s appt.
How big is baby? Weight is 3/4 of a pound, and the length of a carrot
Sex: Boy!
Maternity Clothes? Yes
Stretch Marks? Not yet.....hopefully I will be saying that until week 40!
Sleep? Lots of crazy dreams lately.....and he seems to be a night owl, which doesn't help me sleep very good.
Best moment this week: Picking out baby stuff/furniture!
Movement: I am feeling him move a LOT more, so that's fun!
Food Cravings: Nothing particular at the moment
Labor Signs? None
Belly Button: Still in, but is getting more shallow and is stretching out a bit from left to right. Is that normal?????
What I miss: Ceasar salad
What I'm looking forward to: Getting started on his room!
Words of Wisdom/Weekly Grip: No words of wisdom, but definitely a gripe! Where did customer service go??????? So many stores say the economy is hurting them, but when you need help the service is HORRIBLE!

Have a happy day !!!!!!

This Week's Update!

I hope everyone had a wondeful Halloween weekend! We had major plans for the day....watching college football ALL day (I'm talking about from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.), having a few friends over, and giving candy to all of the kids who came by. Wow....things sure do change in a year! Last Halloween Austin and I dressed up as Tony Romo and Jessica Simpson and went to Halloween parties. This year we did not dress up at all, went to bed around 10 p.m., and Tony and Jessica are no longer together....sad day! At least Auburn beat Ole Miss!

So here is my weekly pregnancy update!
How far along? 20 weeks
Total weight gain: I have not stepped on the scales this week, so I'm sticking to last week's #....6 pounds
How big is baby? About 10 1/2 ounces, and the length of a banana!
Sex: Boy!
Maternity Clothes: Oh yes...
Stretch Marks: Nope, but am addicted to my preventive creme!
Sleep: Depends on the night. Pretty good this week.
Best moment this week: Getting my hair cut this afternoon, which I am SO looking forward to. My hair will not stop growing!
Movement: I did get a swift punch in my belly yesterday...be nice to Momma!
Food Cravings: Sneaky Pete's Hot Dogs (yummy!!!!)
Labor Signs: none
Belly Button: Still in, but it is getting a little more shallow. I will DIE when/if I get an outie!
What I miss: A lot of thing...
What I'm Looking Forward to: Feeling movement every day
Words of Wisdom (I should change this to weekly gripe):I can't stand people who say to me "Wow, you're really starting to show!". I know that...I look at myself every day in the mirror....I am aware that my clothes are getting tighter and tighter....Why do you people feel the need to call me out even more!!!!!!!!!

Hope everyone has a great weekend! My sister and the kids are coming in town for a fun weekend of shopping, and helping me set up my registry. I can't wait!