I am officially 9 weeks 3 days. Our little peanut is actually about the size of a peanut shell now. ;)
All in all, I am still feeling pretty good. June was a hard month overall, what with all the scouting drama and some stress from work and money (who doesn't have that?) and the car, but we did get some good things accomplished.
We bought some pavers to put a patio together. It would be just our luck that the one week in 3 years we want to use our tiller, our BIL and SIL loaned it to one of Jim's other siblings. LOL. Guess the pavers will just have to stay a while longer on the driveway, plastic-wrapped and on the pallets.
I go to my next appointment on Monday, July 6th. I will be 10 weeks 3 days then. Dr. Lupton may want to try to do the doppler to see if he can hear the heartbeat, but I have decided to ask him not to at this appointment. This will be a really critical week for me. And since I know that it will probably be too early to really hear anything, I would rather just wait, rather than have a chance of what happened with my last pregnancy. They tried for over 15 minutes to find the heartbeat at my 10 week check and were unsuccessful. However, at the intensive ultrasound we had done two weeks later, I was in miscarriage and development had stopped at 10 weeks. I know that "not knowing" doesn't change the truth, but waiting until a better time, does alleviate any unnecessary stress. And good lord knows, I don't need any more of that.
I am excited this is a short week! I have dones a really good job of keeping on top of things at work and encouraging my attorneys to get their work turned in, so I don't really have much concern about being swamped by too much. Hopefully, I will be able to help the others on my team this month.
We have a ton of stuff planned for this weekend. Carolyn said something about getting Jonah's pictures done on Friday. Not sure if she plans on having Duane go. But if not, I may see if she wants me and the kids to go with her. Then Saturday we are going to my dad's in Muncie for a cookout. It should be nice. We don't get invited up there very often and he spends many holidays at different casinos with my step-mom, so it will be nice to spend it with him. Sunday is my mom's family reunion. We have it on the west side at one of our cousin's houses. They have a small in-ground pool and a nice yard. The kids have a good time and the adults usually break out some cards for euchre. Ahhh, euchre! What would a cookout be without it? Unfortunately, Jim has to work all weekend, so he is going to miss out on most of the fun times. At least he got to go this Saturday to the Gwd fireworks with us. It was kind of strange. Every year we usually see at least one person we know. This year, we knew of several people going and didn't see anyone there.
Oh... I went to the NKOTB concert last night. It was great! As great as the one in Chicago. I have to say my favorite part was when they honored MJ. I have to admit, the 'boys' are still H.O.T.T. - hott! My mom, sister and cousin Whisper went with me. We were able to upgrade to pavillion seats for $10, which I am glad we did. Mandy and Whisper were a riot! All in all it was a great night. The show was good, the weather couldn't have been better and traffic getting out of the joint was not bad at all. Hope we are as lucky at the George Strait show the end of July.
Guess that is about all for now. I will update more next week after my appointment. Have a great week!
RIP MJ!
Monday, June 29, 2009
Sunday, June 21, 2009
'Twas a good day
Today was Father's Day. I hope Jim had a good time. He got to sleep in until 11, but I had to get him up then to find out what he wanted to do. Everything that was going on was happening around one or two this afternoon, so we really did need to get a move-on.
We all got dressed and ended up heading to the Menard's. We took Matt (the kids' Godfather/cousin) his father's day card and then placed our order for pavers for the patio we are going to put together. This was Jim's father's day gift. Well, that, and I let him pay to have them delivered instead of having to try to load/unload them. :)
After that, we headed to Famous Dave's BBQ to have a late lunch with my dad, stepmom and sister. The wait was a bit long (45 minutes), but the food was good and service was great. The kids tried bread pudding for the first time and they both LOVED it. It's one of my dad's favorites, too.
Then we headed to my sister-in-law's. Everyone else was gone by time we got there, but we had a nice visit. Xavier and Logan played in the sprinkler for a while and then came in to play some video games while they dried off. Emma entertained us with "ABC's" and "Twinkle Twinkle" on Logan's guitar. It is kind of strange, but she knew exactly how to hold it and was very comfortable with it. Looks like we will be getting some guitar lessons soon too. And since Logan doesn't ever play it, Aunt Jeanie told Emma she could have it. Well, that made her day!
Finally we headed home for the evening. Mom was right behind us and we played some Rummy while the kids played outside and then watched some T.V. until bedtime. Speaking of that, it is almost time for me to do the same. Until next time...
We all got dressed and ended up heading to the Menard's. We took Matt (the kids' Godfather/cousin) his father's day card and then placed our order for pavers for the patio we are going to put together. This was Jim's father's day gift. Well, that, and I let him pay to have them delivered instead of having to try to load/unload them. :)
After that, we headed to Famous Dave's BBQ to have a late lunch with my dad, stepmom and sister. The wait was a bit long (45 minutes), but the food was good and service was great. The kids tried bread pudding for the first time and they both LOVED it. It's one of my dad's favorites, too.
Then we headed to my sister-in-law's. Everyone else was gone by time we got there, but we had a nice visit. Xavier and Logan played in the sprinkler for a while and then came in to play some video games while they dried off. Emma entertained us with "ABC's" and "Twinkle Twinkle" on Logan's guitar. It is kind of strange, but she knew exactly how to hold it and was very comfortable with it. Looks like we will be getting some guitar lessons soon too. And since Logan doesn't ever play it, Aunt Jeanie told Emma she could have it. Well, that made her day!
Finally we headed home for the evening. Mom was right behind us and we played some Rummy while the kids played outside and then watched some T.V. until bedtime. Speaking of that, it is almost time for me to do the same. Until next time...
Saturday, June 20, 2009
8 weeks - for real
Well, I have made it to 8 weeks. I know for some that doesn't seem like a huge accomplishment, but with my last two pregnancies ending at 10 weeks, every day is a good day.
Apparently God wants me to fully experience this pregnancy. I have never had morning sickness before, but got to experience it for one whole day this week -NOT FUN!
My sugars are crazy as usual. I actually wasn't able to keep it up at all on Wednesday. It was a really rough day. I felt like crap, and as expected, had trouble keeping it in range the next day.
I am REALLY emotional right now. There have been some other stressors in my life, but it seems like I am abe to tear-up at the drop of a hat. Especially from reading all the blogs of my friends that are having and/or raising kids this year. While I don't want to wish this pregnancy away, just knowing it will all be alright would be so comforting.
Jim's paycheck finally got on the right swing of things this month. The past few months have been really difficult and upsetting. We have had trouble since February when his entire company got screwed by the former owner. Now we are finally "right". It feels nice to be able to pay bills on time and be able to take the kids to McDonald's some times without feeling guilty all the time and afraid to check the bank account.
We just signed Xavier up for a summer camp through school. It is an ISTEP readiness thing. He starts third grade this yearand they have to take the ISTEP at the very beginning of the year. Hopefully he will have fun and it will help keep his skills up for the test.
It is so crazy how fast time goes!
Apparently God wants me to fully experience this pregnancy. I have never had morning sickness before, but got to experience it for one whole day this week -NOT FUN!
My sugars are crazy as usual. I actually wasn't able to keep it up at all on Wednesday. It was a really rough day. I felt like crap, and as expected, had trouble keeping it in range the next day.
I am REALLY emotional right now. There have been some other stressors in my life, but it seems like I am abe to tear-up at the drop of a hat. Especially from reading all the blogs of my friends that are having and/or raising kids this year. While I don't want to wish this pregnancy away, just knowing it will all be alright would be so comforting.
Jim's paycheck finally got on the right swing of things this month. The past few months have been really difficult and upsetting. We have had trouble since February when his entire company got screwed by the former owner. Now we are finally "right". It feels nice to be able to pay bills on time and be able to take the kids to McDonald's some times without feeling guilty all the time and afraid to check the bank account.
We just signed Xavier up for a summer camp through school. It is an ISTEP readiness thing. He starts third grade this yearand they have to take the ISTEP at the very beginning of the year. Hopefully he will have fun and it will help keep his skills up for the test.
It is so crazy how fast time goes!
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
January it is
There it is, our little peanut! I am 6 weeks, 5 days along. My due date is January 29, 2009. That means I found out at 3 weeks. I REALLY don't understand how women don't know they are pregnant. My body freaks out and says "Intruder!"
Here is the development level: It all happens so quickly, and during these two weeks, a lot will happen in the growth of your baby. The heart begins to beat, brain and nervous system begin to grow rapidly, and arms and legs begin to grow. Facial features, including eyes, also start to form as early as the 6th and 7th week.
There was a little scare at first because they weren't able to see much, so we had to have an internal ultrasound; these are the funnest things ever - I swear! I tried to calm myself saying that it could just be that I am not far enough along, but honestly, my heart was ready to break in two. Once they were able to see, everything did appear to be good, and I wasn't as far as they thought. Heartbeat was at 121 bpm and I was able to see little arm and leg buds (I've seen way too many ultrasounds in my day, can you tell?)
Right now we are just greatful for every day and I am trying to remember to just be positive and that worrying doesn't fix anything.
Snake Escape
Last night I found a couple of coupons for free Dilly Bars from DQ for the kids, so I thought it would be nice to get some ice cream and go to the park after dinner. We were originally going to visit the one at Main St and 31 in Greenwood and then off to West Park, but remembered last time we were at that DQ, they didn't take debit cards, and since Mom and Dad wanted ice cream too, and we are not cash-carrying folks, we went to the one at Southport and Madison instead.
After finishing our tasty treats, we headed to West Park. This is a nice park. Nicely wooded, good playground, lots of room to run. All will be good, right?
After parking the car, we head to the main enterance and there, right under the sign that says "All dogs in the park must be leashed at all times. Owners will be fined" is a computer-printed sign that says "Lost Python". WTH!!! Jim tries to cover the sign so I won't see it, but he is TOO late. I stop dead in my tracks and scream "Unlock the car NOW!!!" I actually had to say it twice - I don't think he believed me the first time. Back to the car I go, and I sit there, with my feet in the seat, doors locked and wait for him and the kids to get done playing. All the while, I am praying this "lost pet" isn't hiding in the swirl slide or trying to sliter into my car's exhaust. And while I am on the lookout, I am also praying I don't see it, because if I do, I will probably die right there.
Now really! What DA/DB brings a snake to a park where families are trying to have fun in the first place? In addition to being irresponsible enough to lose the dang thing? If cute little "Fluffy" has to be on a leash at all times, shouldn't the Spawn of Satan also? The darn thing was probably pregnant, too, so there are going to be little people killers ALL OVER Greenwood now! My vote is that the owner be arrested and beaten to a pulp, and then fined for all the money he has.
Goodbye, Greenwood. It was nice knowing you!
After finishing our tasty treats, we headed to West Park. This is a nice park. Nicely wooded, good playground, lots of room to run. All will be good, right?
After parking the car, we head to the main enterance and there, right under the sign that says "All dogs in the park must be leashed at all times. Owners will be fined" is a computer-printed sign that says "Lost Python". WTH!!! Jim tries to cover the sign so I won't see it, but he is TOO late. I stop dead in my tracks and scream "Unlock the car NOW!!!" I actually had to say it twice - I don't think he believed me the first time. Back to the car I go, and I sit there, with my feet in the seat, doors locked and wait for him and the kids to get done playing. All the while, I am praying this "lost pet" isn't hiding in the swirl slide or trying to sliter into my car's exhaust. And while I am on the lookout, I am also praying I don't see it, because if I do, I will probably die right there.
Now really! What DA/DB brings a snake to a park where families are trying to have fun in the first place? In addition to being irresponsible enough to lose the dang thing? If cute little "Fluffy" has to be on a leash at all times, shouldn't the Spawn of Satan also? The darn thing was probably pregnant, too, so there are going to be little people killers ALL OVER Greenwood now! My vote is that the owner be arrested and beaten to a pulp, and then fined for all the money he has.
Goodbye, Greenwood. It was nice knowing you!
Monday, June 8, 2009
We might get a December baby afterall
The doctor appointment went well today. I didn't sleep at all last night. Woke up at 3:45 and didn't get back to sleep until 6 - had to be up at 7 to get ready for the appointment, which was at 8:30.
When we got there, we met with the Benefits Coordinator (a.k.a my aunt and the kids' godmother). She was cracking me up by going over the "normal" schpeal (sp?) like she didn't know us.
We were early, so we actually got into the appointment a little early. Everything went well. Emma stayed with me during the "exam". I thought it was important that she sees Mommy go through it and sees that it is okay and kind of knows what to expect. Granted, she is only 3, but the more comfortable you are with healthcare, the better you will be about taking care of yourself and doing regular check-ups. Anyway...
Dr. Lupton says everything looks like I am about 8 1/2 weeks, so that means a January 14th due date. We will find out for certain on Wednesday when I go for the ultrasound. With everything that is going on, it is really important to have an accurate due date. We will have to change my Lovenox to Heparin at some point and I will be a scheduled c-section. I asked about going natural, but he said it is not recommended.
That is abut it for now. I will post more after Wednesday's ultrasound.
When we got there, we met with the Benefits Coordinator (a.k.a my aunt and the kids' godmother). She was cracking me up by going over the "normal" schpeal (sp?) like she didn't know us.
We were early, so we actually got into the appointment a little early. Everything went well. Emma stayed with me during the "exam". I thought it was important that she sees Mommy go through it and sees that it is okay and kind of knows what to expect. Granted, she is only 3, but the more comfortable you are with healthcare, the better you will be about taking care of yourself and doing regular check-ups. Anyway...
Dr. Lupton says everything looks like I am about 8 1/2 weeks, so that means a January 14th due date. We will find out for certain on Wednesday when I go for the ultrasound. With everything that is going on, it is really important to have an accurate due date. We will have to change my Lovenox to Heparin at some point and I will be a scheduled c-section. I asked about going natural, but he said it is not recommended.
That is abut it for now. I will post more after Wednesday's ultrasound.
Saturday, June 6, 2009
On our way to 6 weeks...
A lot has happened the last couple of weeks.
We shared the news with our family and friends. As expected, we were met with mixed emotions, but I think everyone will come around eventually.
I have set up my first doctor appointment - it is Monday morning. But I have been working with the high risk medical assistant already. I had to apologize to the OB interview girl when she took my medical history. There is a lot to talk about. What can I say? I am an exciting girl! :)
My sugars have been pretty controlled. I haven't had one over 170 in the past two weeks (and yes, I am checking regularly, thank you!) As is normal for me during pregnancy, I do have some crashes overnight, but have found love for fruit punch glucose tabs. They really seem to work and work quicky - which keeps me from the "binge" eating I feel inclined to do at 2 a.m. when my sugar has dropped to 40 and I will do anything to feel better.
The weight gain has calmed a bit it seems (a.k.a. I haven't outgrown my fat jeans yet). And I am going on almost a month without soda! Surprising to me that I haven't had any withdrawl symptoms. I haven't even really wanted any soda - except when we go to the Blockbuster - I know - totally random.
This is going to be a "fun" pregnancy, I can tell. I have had a craving for barbeque bacon cheeseburgers. I have found that a Wendy's Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger and some barbeque sauce quell the craving, so I may treat myself once a week.
Also, I got to start Lovenox shots last night. It is an anticoagulant they want me to take to keep from having a blood clot like last time. This means I am taking 5 shots a day now (1 insulin with every meal, one insulin at bedtime and now this). I think I will get a shirt that says "Just call me Pincushion." Not to mention all the finger pricks for the 4+ checks I do. I admit, I was really freaked out about taking the first shot last night. I had heard it burns and the needle is a little bigger (grown-up) than my insulin syringes. Then I couldn't figure out how to get the cap off. Thank goodness Carolyn was on the phone with me. It did burn, but not as bad as I expected. The afterburn was a surprise though. And this one didn't knot up or bruise. I know those days are coming though. Just pray I can "Service with a Smile" the whole pregnancy - it's gonna be a long 32 weeks.
The kids seem to be pretty excited about the baby. We have already started talking about names. It's just a thing Jim and I do. Both the kids like "Olivia". It will be John Chelsea if it is a boy. Named after both our dads (and my grandpa).
Speaking of the kids, they are growing up too fast. Xavier is on his way to the third grade. He is a Bear Cub in Cubscouts. He has a great group of friends, mostly from Scouts. And he is taking violin lessons. He started out really strong, but with school and scouts and the end of the year and I am just no good at remembering to make him practice, his progress has slowed. The good thing is the stuff he is being taught he is actually learning and understanding and able to use.
Emma is 3 1/2, and is full of piss and vinegar! I don't know what we will do if we have another one like her. Maybe we will get a reality show. She is so funny and crazy! She is psycho about rather normal things, but isn't afraid of what she should be. If she wants to do something, there is no stopping her. And if you tell her she will get hurt, she won't believe you, even after she gets hurt. She will just try whatever she was doing another way to prove it can be done. God love her!
I guess that is all for now. I will post again after our appointment Monday. I am hoping I will have some ultrasound pictures to share.
Until then...
We shared the news with our family and friends. As expected, we were met with mixed emotions, but I think everyone will come around eventually.
I have set up my first doctor appointment - it is Monday morning. But I have been working with the high risk medical assistant already. I had to apologize to the OB interview girl when she took my medical history. There is a lot to talk about. What can I say? I am an exciting girl! :)
My sugars have been pretty controlled. I haven't had one over 170 in the past two weeks (and yes, I am checking regularly, thank you!) As is normal for me during pregnancy, I do have some crashes overnight, but have found love for fruit punch glucose tabs. They really seem to work and work quicky - which keeps me from the "binge" eating I feel inclined to do at 2 a.m. when my sugar has dropped to 40 and I will do anything to feel better.
The weight gain has calmed a bit it seems (a.k.a. I haven't outgrown my fat jeans yet). And I am going on almost a month without soda! Surprising to me that I haven't had any withdrawl symptoms. I haven't even really wanted any soda - except when we go to the Blockbuster - I know - totally random.
This is going to be a "fun" pregnancy, I can tell. I have had a craving for barbeque bacon cheeseburgers. I have found that a Wendy's Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger and some barbeque sauce quell the craving, so I may treat myself once a week.
Also, I got to start Lovenox shots last night. It is an anticoagulant they want me to take to keep from having a blood clot like last time. This means I am taking 5 shots a day now (1 insulin with every meal, one insulin at bedtime and now this). I think I will get a shirt that says "Just call me Pincushion." Not to mention all the finger pricks for the 4+ checks I do. I admit, I was really freaked out about taking the first shot last night. I had heard it burns and the needle is a little bigger (grown-up) than my insulin syringes. Then I couldn't figure out how to get the cap off. Thank goodness Carolyn was on the phone with me. It did burn, but not as bad as I expected. The afterburn was a surprise though. And this one didn't knot up or bruise. I know those days are coming though. Just pray I can "Service with a Smile" the whole pregnancy - it's gonna be a long 32 weeks.
The kids seem to be pretty excited about the baby. We have already started talking about names. It's just a thing Jim and I do. Both the kids like "Olivia". It will be John Chelsea if it is a boy. Named after both our dads (and my grandpa).
Speaking of the kids, they are growing up too fast. Xavier is on his way to the third grade. He is a Bear Cub in Cubscouts. He has a great group of friends, mostly from Scouts. And he is taking violin lessons. He started out really strong, but with school and scouts and the end of the year and I am just no good at remembering to make him practice, his progress has slowed. The good thing is the stuff he is being taught he is actually learning and understanding and able to use.
Emma is 3 1/2, and is full of piss and vinegar! I don't know what we will do if we have another one like her. Maybe we will get a reality show. She is so funny and crazy! She is psycho about rather normal things, but isn't afraid of what she should be. If she wants to do something, there is no stopping her. And if you tell her she will get hurt, she won't believe you, even after she gets hurt. She will just try whatever she was doing another way to prove it can be done. God love her!
I guess that is all for now. I will post again after our appointment Monday. I am hoping I will have some ultrasound pictures to share.
Until then...
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