35 Weeks - Honeydew Melon

Good thing I like Honeydew Melons because apparently that is what is in my tummy.  And it feels like it.  The even better news is that the basic physical development of the baby is now complete — spending the next few weeks putting on weight.  I can relate to this :)  With my uterus reaching the top of my rib cage, I get out of breathe much more quicker and heartburn sets in daily.  Besides the continued physical changes of swollen feet, ankles, hands and even face I feel good.  I'm moving around slower but that's ok because I'm really in no hurry to go anywhere.  Nick and I are prepared with the Baby's room, with a few more things to do.  I'd like to do (Nick to do) a deep cleaning of the cars and carpet clean our rugs.  Finally the baby monitor needs to be hooked up and then I think we're all set.  Oh and yes there is State Fair that starts today.  I think me and baby are going tomorrow.  Working 5 days a week is overrated.  Have a nice weekend everyone!

Baby's Nursery - Before Baby

After a successful trip to Ikea this last weekend I was able to pick up some of the final pieces of the Baby's nursery including white shelves, picture frames, and book shelves.  I also picked up a few drawer dividers for the Baby's small clothes.  I'm sure once the Baby is here the room will change but for now here is our little Baby's room!

Best Husband

I realize that I waited a long time and didn't settle.  Some how I knew there was a reason and something gave me hope.  I needed to find the perfect one.  Nick is the BEST husband hands down.  He is perfect for me in everyway.  More than I ever even imagined.  If there was a challenge called 'Best husband', I would enter it and I would win.  I'm sure of it.  As sure as I am that Nick is the perfect, best husband in the universe.  This past weekend he made two breakfasts', two dinners, snacks to munch on in between.  While I was shopping ALL day in Chicago he dusted, did all the laundry (including hanging my stuff up!), and changed the sheets.  He even cleaned out my monster hair ball thing out of the shower drain!  I never asked him to do any of this.  He win's the Best Husband award.  For sure.  I love him so much!

TGIF

This week has been a long one.  I don't know if it's just waiting for the baby to come, or just the normal long work week that we all wish would end.  Well it's finally Friday.  Today I go to the Dr.  Not my Dr. but someone filling in for my Dr. while she takes care of a family emergency.  I'm glad I go today because I have been feeling funny.  I've had the feeling for a few days now that the baby is going to come soon.  This morning it was harder to breathe, stomach a little tight, and slightly crampy.  I'm also uncomfortable especially after I noticed stretch marks on my back :(  Nick said he would take them if he could.  I really wish he could. 

Today Nick has a well deserved day off of work and is golfing in a charity golf outing.  We golfed it last year and I remember it rained - today looks like clear skies.  So now that I'm having some pre-labor symptoms I'm relieved that we got so much done in the nursery this week.  We got the recliner, which is so amazingly comfortable.  My sister and aunt got this for us.  I love it.  We also made the crib bed skirt.  I will post pics soon of the finished room.  Tomorrow I'm going to Ikea with my Mom, sister, Jellie, and my good friend Kim.  After this trip we should be able to finish the room up and take some final pictures!  Anyway, TGIF and let's hope the baby stays in my tummy a bit longer.  I still have to pack my bag for the hospital - mamma is not ready yet!

34 Weeks - My little cantaloupe

The baby has bulked up like the average cantaloupe!!  Weighing about 4 3/4 pounds and almost 18 inches from head to heel.  I am in the safe zone and because of this, me and Baby won't have to do any internal ultrasounds, drawing blood or swipes of glue this Friday when we see the Dr.  I'll do the normal pee in the cup and she'll measure my belly!  Should be quick and easy just like the delivery :)

Fun-filled weekend!



Friday we celebrated Ellie's 3rd birthday.  We went to Lannon Quarry Park during the day and in the evening had pizza, cake, and ice cream (me and Ellie's fav)!  She received so many gifts, almost all were Hello Kitty.  Nick and I tried to count but after 20 we couldn't any more.  It was a lot of fun though! 



Ellie and I waiting for
GiGi and BaBa before the park!



Sunday, Nick's family had a baby shower for us.  His sister-in-laws threw the shower and we got so many nice things!  Now that all the showers are over I plan on going shopping this week to get the rest of the things we'll need for our little baby.  I will have to take Heidi with me because I don't know what else we need.  Right now I'm focused on the temperature thing for the room, baby laundry detergent, and the stroller.  Time seems to be slipping away from me all of a sudden.  I wonder if other Mom's feel the way I do.  At this point I'm super excited to meet the baby but just want to enjoy this for a little longer.  The baby is so quiet in my tummy, keeps me warm and keeps me company.  I will miss this time so I'm going to enjoy it as much as possible.  Stretch marks and all!  :)



Ellie is THREE!

Ellie is three on 7/20.  My little niece has grown up so fast and has taught me so much.  Before Ellie, I had no idea what it was really like to take care of a baby.  Besides learning the basics of bottles, diapers, and nap time, Ellie has taught me many things.  How to play in the jungle gym, the importance of Hello Kitty, splashing in water can be fun, and some Japanese words to name a few things she has taught me.  As I prepare in becoming a Mamma soon, I will always be grateful to my sister and niece for teaching me how to be a Mom and what it likes to feel like a kid again.  Happy Birthday Elliana, your Auntie LOVES YOU!

Ellie - 7.5 months old. 
We're at Fazoli's and Ellie was learning how to sit up!

One of several pics I would get from Ellie's Mamma!
I probably bought her those pj's :)

Ellie teaching me how to use my iPhone, she's so smart!