36 weeks!

I am just about 36 weeks pregnant (out of 40) and the end is near!

Today Ryan and I had an ultrasound where we got to see our little man again and find out how big he is. Initially our midwife thought that he might be a BIG boy but from the ultrasound today it appears that he is average size and weighing in at about 6 pounds 6 ounces...or at least that is their best guess.

Additionally we found out that I am 1 cm dialated and my cervix (I hate that word, sounds so clinical) is softening. According to the midwife this is all good news and basically means that my labor might not be as long as some women becuase my body is doing a little prep work.

On another note....this past month I gained 9 lbs!!!!!!!

If any of you have ever seen the movie Ferris Bueller's Day Off then you will remember the line where Ed Rooney (principle of the high school) repeats over and over that Ferris has missed school "9 times" in the past semester. Anyhow, I now have that same voice going through my head saying "9 pounds, 9 pounds..." you get the picture.

Although this is more weight than I am used to gaining in one month I am at a healthy overall weight gain and the boy and I are both doing great.....also, my husband still thinks I'm beautiful and has even used the word sexy from time to time. I love you Ryan.

Sausage Man Hands

Slowly but surely I have noticed a change in my hands, feet and yes...my ankles (ughh!). A few weeks ago a friend of mine characterized it (when talking about her own pregnancy) as "Sausage Man Hands", and that's what I've got.

I can't wear my wedding rings anymore and my shoes and socks are starting to feel pretty tight. Time to elevate my legs at night and hope for the best.

The Brutal Honesty of a Child

Well first I have to start this entry off with some more fabulous news......my sister is pregnant!!!!!!

My beautiful (as you can see by the picture) and amazing sister Mary just found out that she and her husband Joe will be welcoming their fourth bundle of joy into the world in about nine months...woohoo!

With that said, apparently Mary was talking to her oldest child today (Andrew 6 years old) about the baby and her pregnancy and this is what he said:


A: Mommy, you don't look fat.? (said with a slightly confused tone)
M: Thanks Andrew.? (also with a confused tone)
A: Well aren't pregnant ladies supposed to look fat..like Aunt Annie.

That is why I love kids.....and Andrew is an absolute sweetheart!

Our New Little Sister

I just got news from my parents that they have been approved to adopt a little six year old girl from India! This morning my Mom called to tell me the news but just now (moments ago, in fact) I received an email from Mom with a picture of this little child included. Isn't she beautiful?

I can't really explain my emotions right now other than to say that I can't seem to stop crying and my heart feels full.

Thank you Jesus for blessing our family with this amazing little girl!

Baby Shower

This past Saturday my wonderful friends Lindsey and Erika threw me a baby shower and it was a blast. The day included lots of delicious food, fabulous conversation and a great group of women that I am so blessed to call my friends. I am/was overwhelmed by everyone's generosity and in absolute awe of these ladies and their kind spirits.

Take a look at the some of the pictures from the day....oh and by the way I cut my hair (a little too short) in case anyone is confused by my appearance.

Baby Shower