Here's a shout-out to all you moms tuning in...Happy Mother's Day!! I celebrated being a mom this year even though the baby has not yet arrived quite yet. He/she is still a live human being, so technically I'm a mom! Adam got me 2 mommy books (as requested), A book of baby names & meanings & "What to Expect When You're Expecting." I've started reading a little of both and am enjoying each one. He also got me lavendar tulips and a singing card. It was lovely :)
We had such a busy weekend that I feel like I need a weekend to recover from this weekend. As previously noted, Adam, my dad & I drove to and from Statesboro this Friday/Saturday. It was a nice but brief stay. We got to see Dan graduate on Saturday, but barely. He had a health scare and ended up in the EMT unit just moments before he was supposed to walk. He almost didn't walk because he felt very dizzy and weak. He could barely stand. But his girlfriend Stevie got him some food and a drink and he seemed to be ok after that. Probably low blood sugar or something. The important thing is that he got to participate in his graduation and it was short, sweet and to the point. Always drama in our family! Just enough to keep life interesting!
On Sunday we went to church and later went out for lunch with his parents and brother Daniel. We ate Japanese and it was yummy in my prego tummy! Then they dropped by our house for a few minutes so Daniel could see the place. It was a fun day, but I was worn out by the end of it. Adam went to the grocery store Sunday evening while I napped on the couch while watching a "Jon & Kate + 8" marathon. Wow that show is so stimulating. With 2 parents and 8 kids, it's so chaotic that after a while my brain can't take the madness!
I'm about to hit the bed...I can barely keep my eyes open. Good night, all...
Monday, May 12, 2008
Saturday, May 10, 2008
Friday, May 9, 2008
Ole'
I'm not quite sure what Ole' means in Spanish, but it sounds like a party word and it's suitable on many levels. First, Monday was Cinco de Mayo. Second, I have been absolutely craving Mexican food (mostly chips and salsa) this week. And third, we're getting ready to celebrate my brother Dan's college graduation! So ole' to all. Let the fiesta begin.
Yesterday was my Friday since I have today off work. Did you get that? Last night Adam & I went to Las Palmas to eat a mexican dinner. It was SO good!! I got my fill of chips and salsa, chicken tacos and rice. Adam loved it because I rarely want Mexican food and he could eat it all the time. So we normally don't eat at Mexican restaurants together unless I'm in the mood.
I arose this morning super early and began laundry, painting my nails and will soon start packing for our trip. I also have to run errands and get the cats settled, etc. Then we will drive to Snellville where we will pick up my dad and head to Dublin for the night. And yes, my parents are still together in case that crossed someone's mind. Unfortunately, my mom can't make it to the graduation because she has her monthly doctorate class in another state. She is presenting tomorrow and cannot skip class for any reason. She is beside herself, but we are planning on taking our video camera and digital camera so hopefully she will feel apart of the festivities. Oh, and since there were no available hotels in Statesboro, Dublin was the closest other option. Then we will get up early tomorrow morning and drive to Statesboro for Dan's big day. Hooray for him! I know he must be thrilled to be done with the torture. And it sounds like we may go to Savannah after the graduation to eat lunch since Statesboro has limited restaurant options and the ones available will be super crowded. I hope the weather is nice so I can take in some rays! My pale skin desperately needs it.
Oh, and by the way...we are 10 weeks in the running!
Yesterday was my Friday since I have today off work. Did you get that? Last night Adam & I went to Las Palmas to eat a mexican dinner. It was SO good!! I got my fill of chips and salsa, chicken tacos and rice. Adam loved it because I rarely want Mexican food and he could eat it all the time. So we normally don't eat at Mexican restaurants together unless I'm in the mood.
I arose this morning super early and began laundry, painting my nails and will soon start packing for our trip. I also have to run errands and get the cats settled, etc. Then we will drive to Snellville where we will pick up my dad and head to Dublin for the night. And yes, my parents are still together in case that crossed someone's mind. Unfortunately, my mom can't make it to the graduation because she has her monthly doctorate class in another state. She is presenting tomorrow and cannot skip class for any reason. She is beside herself, but we are planning on taking our video camera and digital camera so hopefully she will feel apart of the festivities. Oh, and since there were no available hotels in Statesboro, Dublin was the closest other option. Then we will get up early tomorrow morning and drive to Statesboro for Dan's big day. Hooray for him! I know he must be thrilled to be done with the torture. And it sounds like we may go to Savannah after the graduation to eat lunch since Statesboro has limited restaurant options and the ones available will be super crowded. I hope the weather is nice so I can take in some rays! My pale skin desperately needs it.
Oh, and by the way...we are 10 weeks in the running!
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
Random
There is no theme or real purpose to this blog entry, so please leave behind all expectations. I am writing not knowing what to write, so this could be interesting. It seems there's not any news to share and nothing exciting is happening at the moment. I'm just sitting here in a relaxed mood (I've had my dinner, bath and am in my PJ's)...wow, who sounds like the baby here? I will likely go down for my bedtime within the hour. Hee, hee.
Today was an ok day. Not bad, not excellent, just ok. I worked of course. The fans are still a blowin' in the office. I went to the chiropractor after work, got gas (in my car, that is), and cooked hamburgers and tator tots for dinner. Adam loves his tots! We let the cats outside after dinner and they went on a rampage. Baloo got in trouble for climbing over the rusty fence behind our property and into the woods. I had to climb over the fence in my work clothes and shoes to try to catch him. Then he found it humorous to run all over our yard, the neighbors, front and back, side to side. I couldn't catch him and I finally gave up and acted like he wasn't in trouble. Once he didn't see me as a threat, he calmly walked over near me. Then I snatched him up and threw him inside. He got to watch through the glass while Daisy played in the grass. She played with a moth for most of the time. Adam cleaned the kitchen while I got my bath, a nightly occasion. And here I am. Told you nothing exciting is happening. Just a typical day I suppose.
Off to watch the American Idol results show. Jason Castro is SO gone. C-ya!
Today was an ok day. Not bad, not excellent, just ok. I worked of course. The fans are still a blowin' in the office. I went to the chiropractor after work, got gas (in my car, that is), and cooked hamburgers and tator tots for dinner. Adam loves his tots! We let the cats outside after dinner and they went on a rampage. Baloo got in trouble for climbing over the rusty fence behind our property and into the woods. I had to climb over the fence in my work clothes and shoes to try to catch him. Then he found it humorous to run all over our yard, the neighbors, front and back, side to side. I couldn't catch him and I finally gave up and acted like he wasn't in trouble. Once he didn't see me as a threat, he calmly walked over near me. Then I snatched him up and threw him inside. He got to watch through the glass while Daisy played in the grass. She played with a moth for most of the time. Adam cleaned the kitchen while I got my bath, a nightly occasion. And here I am. Told you nothing exciting is happening. Just a typical day I suppose.
Off to watch the American Idol results show. Jason Castro is SO gone. C-ya!
Monday, May 5, 2008
Whirlwind
I am in a whirlwind today...literally. Our toilet at work decided to quit working for the fourth time in a few months. Over the weekend, the floater thingy broke and the water ran all weekend. So we came in to a swamp-like mess this morning. The carpet in 3 rooms was soaked with water and we had to call in a restoration company to clean up the mess. The crew spent an hour this morning tearing up flooring and placing all of our bathroom items down the hall, in the kitchen, etc. It's a war zone around here. And to top it off, we have 12 huge blowers placed throughout the agency that have sounded like a cyclone all day long. Ahhh! Luckily I don't get headaches, but this chaos could very well cause one. It's been a constant loud buzz noise ALL DAY! I can barely hear the phone ringing, but luckily the phones haven't been busy today. Thank God! Oh, and I'm SO glad I didn't wear a skirt today. What a show that would have been. I already feel like I'm in a modeling shoot walking down the hallway. My hair blows all over the place.
On another note, we had a fabulous weekend. Friday was low-key as usual. We saw the movie "Atonement." Very good. Then Saturday we got up and did a few things around the house before heading up to Blairsville for the day. My 3rd cousin Jessica got married Saturday evening and so we got to see the fam again. We hung out at my grandparents (Babelle & Paw) house for several hours before and after the wedding since they live right across the street from the wedding location. It was a beautiful outdoor wedding with a breathtaking mountain view. And the weather turned out nice. It was sunny and warm for the ceremony. Plus Babelle made her famous fried chicken with sides and desserts. Yummy! We got home fairly late on Saturday night and crashed. Then we slept in on Sunday and went to Cracker Barrel for breakfast. We did grocery shopping and headed back to the home-front. I took a much needed nap yesterday with my baby Boo (the cat), while Adam worked on his man-projects. You know, hanging stuff and killing ants, running up to Home Depot. Boy stuff. Then we ended the evening with small group at church. Our newly-wed group is meeting on Sunday nights for the time being. We had a blast with the gang!
On another note, we had a fabulous weekend. Friday was low-key as usual. We saw the movie "Atonement." Very good. Then Saturday we got up and did a few things around the house before heading up to Blairsville for the day. My 3rd cousin Jessica got married Saturday evening and so we got to see the fam again. We hung out at my grandparents (Babelle & Paw) house for several hours before and after the wedding since they live right across the street from the wedding location. It was a beautiful outdoor wedding with a breathtaking mountain view. And the weather turned out nice. It was sunny and warm for the ceremony. Plus Babelle made her famous fried chicken with sides and desserts. Yummy! We got home fairly late on Saturday night and crashed. Then we slept in on Sunday and went to Cracker Barrel for breakfast. We did grocery shopping and headed back to the home-front. I took a much needed nap yesterday with my baby Boo (the cat), while Adam worked on his man-projects. You know, hanging stuff and killing ants, running up to Home Depot. Boy stuff. Then we ended the evening with small group at church. Our newly-wed group is meeting on Sunday nights for the time being. We had a blast with the gang!
Friday, May 2, 2008
9 Weeks (& 1 Day)
Here's the news on us this week:
Baby Emmett:
Baby Emmett is nearly an inch long - about the size of a grape - and weighs just a fractin of an ounce. She's starting to look more and more human. Her essential body parts are accounted for, though they'll go through plenty of fine-tuning in the coming months. Her heart finishes dividing into 4 chambers and the valves start to form. Her tiny teeth also begin to form. The embryonic "tail" is completely gone. The baby's organs, muscles and nerves are kicking into gear. The external sex organs are there but won't be distinguishable as male or female for another few weeks. Her eyes are fully formed, but her eyelids are fused shut and won't open until 27 weeks. She has tiny earlobes, and her mouth, nose and nostrils are more distinct. The placenta is developed enough now to take over most of the critical job of producing hormones. Now that the baby's basic physiology is in place, she's poised for rapid weight gain.
Mommy Emmett:
I still don't look pregnant, even though my waist is thickening. I feel pregnant, though. Not only are morning sickness and other physical symptoms out in full force, but I may also feel like an emotional pinball. Mood swings are common now (SEE, Adam!). It's perfectly normal to feel alternatley elated and terrified about becoming a parent. Most women find that moodiness flares up at around 6-10 weeks, eases up in the second trimester, and then reappears as pregnancy winds to a close.
Baby Emmett:
Baby Emmett is nearly an inch long - about the size of a grape - and weighs just a fractin of an ounce. She's starting to look more and more human. Her essential body parts are accounted for, though they'll go through plenty of fine-tuning in the coming months. Her heart finishes dividing into 4 chambers and the valves start to form. Her tiny teeth also begin to form. The embryonic "tail" is completely gone. The baby's organs, muscles and nerves are kicking into gear. The external sex organs are there but won't be distinguishable as male or female for another few weeks. Her eyes are fully formed, but her eyelids are fused shut and won't open until 27 weeks. She has tiny earlobes, and her mouth, nose and nostrils are more distinct. The placenta is developed enough now to take over most of the critical job of producing hormones. Now that the baby's basic physiology is in place, she's poised for rapid weight gain.
Mommy Emmett:
I still don't look pregnant, even though my waist is thickening. I feel pregnant, though. Not only are morning sickness and other physical symptoms out in full force, but I may also feel like an emotional pinball. Mood swings are common now (SEE, Adam!). It's perfectly normal to feel alternatley elated and terrified about becoming a parent. Most women find that moodiness flares up at around 6-10 weeks, eases up in the second trimester, and then reappears as pregnancy winds to a close.
Thursday, May 1, 2008
Busy & Busier
This week has gone from busy to busier, and hopefully not to busiest! The past 2 days have been an absolute whirlwind in terms of work. It's been a productive change of pace, but boy am I worn out. I have barely had time to breathe! But now I'm taking some time to eat lunch in peace and communicate to all my fans...j/k.
Let's see, for some reason all I can think of to write about is work. My day started at 5am when my alarm first went off. Of course I snoozed for over 30 minutes and stumbled my way in the pitch black dark house downstairs to feed the cats. They go nuts in the morning for their wet food, and we have a routine every morning. As soon as my alarm first sounds (or the sun comes up), Boo (Baloo) starts rubbing his head against my face. I get a big dose of cat breath first thing in the morning, but I love every bit of it! He also steps all over me and meows, sometimes pulling my hair, and this continues until my feet hit the floor. Then he meows his way downstairs, running full force down the steps almost to the point where he smashes into something. He is such a boy, but a sweet boy! Daisy, on the other hand, waits quietly until I'm ready. Then she prefers for me to pick her up and carry her downstairs, purring all the way. I love my spoiled "babies!"
Anyway, I left the house just before 7am to attend the Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce breakfast meeting. It's a new thing I participate in for work every 1st Thursday of the month. It's great to go and they feed us well, but I'm extra tired all day as a result. Now I'm half way done with my day, just trying to make it until 6pm. Then I will leave work and go to the chiropractor. Then I'm home free to cook dinner (or maybe not tonight) and crash. Whew! Makes me exhausted just thinking about it! But usually my days aren't so bad. My work day usually starts at 9am and I get to sleep in until 7:15am. I'm plenty rested on most days since I go to bed early.
Today marks the beginnning of week 9 in the pregnancy. Month 3!!!
Let's see, for some reason all I can think of to write about is work. My day started at 5am when my alarm first went off. Of course I snoozed for over 30 minutes and stumbled my way in the pitch black dark house downstairs to feed the cats. They go nuts in the morning for their wet food, and we have a routine every morning. As soon as my alarm first sounds (or the sun comes up), Boo (Baloo) starts rubbing his head against my face. I get a big dose of cat breath first thing in the morning, but I love every bit of it! He also steps all over me and meows, sometimes pulling my hair, and this continues until my feet hit the floor. Then he meows his way downstairs, running full force down the steps almost to the point where he smashes into something. He is such a boy, but a sweet boy! Daisy, on the other hand, waits quietly until I'm ready. Then she prefers for me to pick her up and carry her downstairs, purring all the way. I love my spoiled "babies!"
Anyway, I left the house just before 7am to attend the Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce breakfast meeting. It's a new thing I participate in for work every 1st Thursday of the month. It's great to go and they feed us well, but I'm extra tired all day as a result. Now I'm half way done with my day, just trying to make it until 6pm. Then I will leave work and go to the chiropractor. Then I'm home free to cook dinner (or maybe not tonight) and crash. Whew! Makes me exhausted just thinking about it! But usually my days aren't so bad. My work day usually starts at 9am and I get to sleep in until 7:15am. I'm plenty rested on most days since I go to bed early.
Today marks the beginnning of week 9 in the pregnancy. Month 3!!!
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