Help! The summer heat has finally gotten to me. Made it almost 32 weeks without any swelling and all of the sudden, my left ankle has gone missing. My right foot isn't looking so bad. Anyone looking at it wouldn't notice the swelling in that foot like I do. My hands are holding out, but I don't think for long. My wedding band still fits, but my engagement ring, which is a little smaller, gets tight by the end of the day. I'll keep drinking lots of water like I always do and hope for the best, but with my flip flops getting tight, it isn't looking pretty!
I should also note that today is my parent's 30th wedding anniversary! Happy Anniversary Mom & Dad!
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Baby Shower & Cubs Game
This past weekend we went to Chicago to visit Brian's family, go to a few Cubs games and have our first baby shower. Tracy threw Gabby a beautiful shower where friends and family were so generous. She made and decorated two adorable cakes (I'll have to remember to post pictures) and had wonderful food. Brian drove home on Monday with quite the load of baby items that are currently residing in our living room! I started doing Gabby's laundry last night from the many items that were given to us and will hopefully start putting things away soon. Thank you Tracy for the awesome shower!
We also went to two Cubs games during our time in Chicago. I was planning on only going to one game because we had grandstand tickets one day and bleacher tickets the other and I did not want to sit in the bleachers in the hot sun at 31 weeks pregnant! Brian had made plans with his friends to sit in the bleachers thinking we had those seats on Friday. Someone forgot to check the actual tickets! The bleacher seat tickets were for Thursday. So, off we went on Thursday and we sat in the bleachers. I want it noted that I did not complain once and that I made it until the start of the 9th inning. The Cubs were losing so bad, there was no point in staying unfortunately. Friday was a much better day since our seats were in the grandstand in the shade. Plus, the Thunderbirds provided us and awesome show during their practice for the air and water show!
Brian and I had a wonderful weekend with friends and family. I'm sad, yet excited to say that this was my last trip before Gabby arrives. Scary to think she is that close to coming!
We also went to two Cubs games during our time in Chicago. I was planning on only going to one game because we had grandstand tickets one day and bleacher tickets the other and I did not want to sit in the bleachers in the hot sun at 31 weeks pregnant! Brian had made plans with his friends to sit in the bleachers thinking we had those seats on Friday. Someone forgot to check the actual tickets! The bleacher seat tickets were for Thursday. So, off we went on Thursday and we sat in the bleachers. I want it noted that I did not complain once and that I made it until the start of the 9th inning. The Cubs were losing so bad, there was no point in staying unfortunately. Friday was a much better day since our seats were in the grandstand in the shade. Plus, the Thunderbirds provided us and awesome show during their practice for the air and water show!
Brian and I had a wonderful weekend with friends and family. I'm sad, yet excited to say that this was my last trip before Gabby arrives. Scary to think she is that close to coming!
Friday, August 7, 2009
We're on a Roll
Preparations are in full swing these days around our house. The big one is, the baby finally has a name! We have decided on Gabriella Elizabeth, and we will call her Gabby. I am so excited to finally have an official name for her!
Brian has been busy this week working on a closet organization system. He has yet to decide whether to build one, or shell out the dough for a fancy one, but in the end I know it will be wonderful! I think he will end up building it for the cost savings and it will probably look better than the expensive systems that are on the market! I'm looking forward to getting the closet done so I can wash some of Gabby's clothes and start putting things away.
Last night we spent an hour at the paint counter in Home Depot. Our paint consultant was awesome! He had a lot of patience with us as we made 2 custom colors for Gabby's room. One came out just right, as it was color matched from the Restoration Hardware paint. The other we wanted to be a few shades lighter and we had to work toward getting there. Four tries later, we had the color we were looking for.
Things are starting to come together and it is exciting to see them all happen! We are having a lot of fun preparing for Gabby! I am off to the doctor this afternoon for my 30 week check up. I am going every 2 weeks until 34/35 weeks and then weekly. We also have a consult with a pediatrician this afternoon, so a busy day ahead!
Brian has been busy this week working on a closet organization system. He has yet to decide whether to build one, or shell out the dough for a fancy one, but in the end I know it will be wonderful! I think he will end up building it for the cost savings and it will probably look better than the expensive systems that are on the market! I'm looking forward to getting the closet done so I can wash some of Gabby's clothes and start putting things away.
Last night we spent an hour at the paint counter in Home Depot. Our paint consultant was awesome! He had a lot of patience with us as we made 2 custom colors for Gabby's room. One came out just right, as it was color matched from the Restoration Hardware paint. The other we wanted to be a few shades lighter and we had to work toward getting there. Four tries later, we had the color we were looking for.
Things are starting to come together and it is exciting to see them all happen! We are having a lot of fun preparing for Gabby! I am off to the doctor this afternoon for my 30 week check up. I am going every 2 weeks until 34/35 weeks and then weekly. We also have a consult with a pediatrician this afternoon, so a busy day ahead!
Monday, August 3, 2009
We Have Bedding!
I am so excited to finally say those words. It took forever to decide on something. Or should I say, for ME to decide on something. I think Brian was ready to shoot me because I have been so wishy-washy! Haha! But here it is:
http://www.rhbabyandchild.com/rhbc/catalog/product/product.jsp?productId=rhbc_prod105135&navAction=jump&link=link=ct_cuddle_plush_bumper_and_italian_contrast_dot_sheeting_crib_bedding_collections&cm_re=CT-_-CategoryText-_-CuddlePlushBumperAndItalianContrastDotSheetingCribBeddingCollections. It is so soft and comfy and I think it will be great for the nursery. I really did not want a pink nursery, but I cannot be more pleased with the bedding. Now the work must begin on painting and getting the crib put together. And I need to find decor and accessories to put in her room; that is if I can ever decide on anything!
In other happenings, we just returned from a wonderful week long vacation to Anna Maria Island, FL. We spent the week with my family, my aunt & uncle and cousins, plus a few of my cousin Rachel's friends. Brian and my brother, Steve, played a few rounds of golf along with my cousin Andrew, we went to a Yankees v. Rays game, and other than that we spent a lot of time on the beach and in the pool. Everyone had a great time and no one is looking forward to being back to reality!
http://www.rhbabyandchild.com/rhbc/catalog/product/product.jsp?productId=rhbc_prod105135&navAction=jump&link=link=ct_cuddle_plush_bumper_and_italian_contrast_dot_sheeting_crib_bedding_collections&cm_re=CT-_-CategoryText-_-CuddlePlushBumperAndItalianContrastDotSheetingCribBeddingCollections. It is so soft and comfy and I think it will be great for the nursery. I really did not want a pink nursery, but I cannot be more pleased with the bedding. Now the work must begin on painting and getting the crib put together. And I need to find decor and accessories to put in her room; that is if I can ever decide on anything!
In other happenings, we just returned from a wonderful week long vacation to Anna Maria Island, FL. We spent the week with my family, my aunt & uncle and cousins, plus a few of my cousin Rachel's friends. Brian and my brother, Steve, played a few rounds of golf along with my cousin Andrew, we went to a Yankees v. Rays game, and other than that we spent a lot of time on the beach and in the pool. Everyone had a great time and no one is looking forward to being back to reality!
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