Another Big Purchase....

I know this isn't as exciting for everyone as it is for me, but I finally decided on a travel system for LP. Who knew this decision would be so difficult!? It is amazing how many options are out there. I was really hoping I would find something that said, "Buy this one...it's the best!" But this does not exist. Hopefully I am happy with my choice!! Best part is that I've had this sitting in my cart on Amazon for a few weeks and went to check it. The price had gone down another twenty dollars! I was pumped! We went with the the Graco Quattro...hopefully it fits in my trunk all folded up...if not...we've got a serious problem!! At least now if baby comes sooner than later, we have a way to get her home!! The only dilemma...my diaper bag doesn't match the stroller...what will I do?! :)

Vegas!!

I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to go to Vegas with my mom last week for some much needed down time before school started. I could get into all the stories and what we went through but I just don't think I have the time to write it all out!! I did not win big. We played the slots and I played roulette for Doug but that was it. We saw some great shows and spent some fun girl time together...walking around in the 110 degree heat and swelling up :)! Our ankles were definitely cankles at the end of each day!! So instead...I leave you with some pictures....

We saw Bette Midler's show...AMAZING!!!

There were many fountains in our hotel to pose by

The beautiful flowers at Bellagio

That's enough for now....until next time :)

Excitement...

I have a few bits of excitement...first off, the chair for the nursery is in so I can finally finish things up in there! When it's done, I'll be sure to post pics :)

Second, I'm at home babysitting Mitch and Libs for a few days and we had some definite excitement last night that could potentially have thrown me into early labor!! My mom and I heard some noises at the door and thought maybe one of the kids was up. I opened their back door and saw something flying at me. I slammed the door quickly, full and well knowing it was a bat. Now, my childhood was riddled with experiences with this disgusting animal and it has since become one of my worst fears. I slammed the door, hoping to keep it in the entryway and ran upstairs to my nephews room. Mom woke Dad...typical protocol. He went down and low and behold, I had caught the bat in between the door and the wall. I'm not sure how we got so lucky! Dad saved the day and threw it out the back door. Sleep was a little difficult but nonetheless, the bat is gone.

That's my excitement for now....and in honor of the cuties I'm babysitting...a pic for your viewing pleasure :)

29 Week Survey...

So I'm jumping on the survey bandwagon. I've seen this all over other blogs and thought I'd give it a shot!


How far along? 28 weeks, 5 days
Total weight gain/loss: I refuse to divulge this information :)
How big is baby?: 2 1/2 pounds and 15 inches...approximately
Maternity clothes? YES! EVERYTHING! I still wear some other non-maternity shirts but maternity pants are a gift from the heavens!
Stretch marks? not a single one...I hope I'm not jinxing myself here!
Sleep: sleep isn't too bad...I get sore from turning from side to side, though
Best moment this week: hmmm...I'm hoping it will be passing my GD test...that's tomorrow!
Food cravings: anything!
Gender: Girl!
Labor Signs: Nope
Belly Button in or out? I don't think it will pop...it's just stretching out. Maybe I'll get brave and post a bare belly pic :)
What I miss: sleeping on my stomach and wearing my wedding rings
What I am looking forward to: not baby related...going to VEGAS! baby related...getting the nursery finished
Milestones: constant movement. she's making her presence known!

Things are coming along....

Doug and I are slowly making headway on the nursery. Things are really almost complete. We got the breathable crib bumper in today and now we are just waiting on the chair. My mom is binding the quilt we made and then we just wait to get the rest of the stuff!! (i.e. sheets, changing pad, etc.) Her closet is already full. I can see I'm going to have a very difficult time with resisting good bargains!! Look for pictures to come soon. I'm holding off until the chair gets here! I'm crossing my fingers it comes before I go to Vegas next week! Here's hoping!!

27 1/2 week belly...

And in the background...our new car!!

Here's another in honor of my dear husband and his late car....