February 2012
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Pregnancy Update Week 24
How Far along? 24 weeks and 3 days. 16 weeks left!
Size of the baby? 11 inches and over a pound.
Any new symptoms? Nothing new yet, just the same old back pain.
What are you craving? I have been inhaling strawberry Sour Power Straws since they satisfy my sour and sweet craving.
Total weight gain? Last I checked, it was 14 pounds but I’m sure that will have changed. I find out this...
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“Huge? Or just more beautiful?”
– The husband, responding to my remark that I’m “getting huge”. I knew I kept him around for a reason.
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Nesting
I’ve been hit by that insane phenomenon called nesting. I have spent my entire day scrubbing down the kitchen and bathroom and I have no intention of stopping anytime soon. I’ve wiped down surfaces that I usually wouldn’t glance twice at, redone the pantry, broke down boxes that were piling up in my kitchen, and rearranged cabinets. I only stopped to eat and take a trip to...
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Girls Night
Last night, the hubby went out with his buddies which left me with a night to do whatever I wanted. I spent it polishing off a small cheese pizza and garden greens salad from my favorite Italian restaurant while watching “Breaking Dawn”. Bex danced away in my tummy, which I take as a sign that she loved the food (or the movie but since she’s so young, I won’t judge her too...
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Just inhaled two peanut butter and jelly sandwiches like they were gourmet fare. I HATE grape jelly, what the hell is going on?!
Valentine's Day
The husband and I may not have had the traditional Valentine’s evening, but it was fun, low-key and so us. He thoughtfully bought me flowers and a beautiful Willow statue of a pregnant woman cradling her belly (true to form, I cried since I am now a hormonal sissy). We then picked up some five-star cuisine in the form of Five Guys burgers and fries and parked our lazy asses on the couch to...
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anniewerner:
My parents taught me that when you’re in a relationship, you honor it every single day by the way you treat each other and respect one another. So wish your lover a happy Tuesday and tell them you love them every chance you get.
Amen, sister.
Word.
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Pregnancy Update Week 23
How far along? 23 weeks, 2 days Total weight gain/loss? I don’t step on a scale unless I’m at the doctor’s office. Last total count was 13 pounds 2 weeks ago so I’m assuming at this point it’s a total of 14-15 pounds gained. Maternity clothes? Yes, but I still wear some of my pre-pregnancy tops. Stretch marks? None yet, thank goodness. Greasing myself up like a pig...
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Ugh
Pregnancy discomfort is the pits. Now, I can’t complain because my pregnancy has been phenomenal overall. I was only the tiniest bit queasy in my first trimester and fatigued. I’ve never had to deal with the plethora of symptoms that some of my fellow mommies-to-be have had. But right at this moment, as my daughter is stretching against my ribs and causing me back pain, I can safely...
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Here We Go...
“Ugh. Some guy is going to want to marry her one day.” - Husband “Don’t worry. He’ll treat her like a princess.” - Me “No he won’t. Not like I can. You know I’ll never give any guy my blessing, right?” - Husband
My poor daughter doesn’t know what’s coming. :)
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Just a Question...or Two
1) When did my belly become an all purpose crumb/liquid catcher?
2) More importantly, when did I forget how to eat and drink?!
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I Have the BEST Husband Ever
Nobody can tell me that their husband is better because it’s a damn lie. Since hubby and I both hate surprises, we revealed our V-day gifts to one another last night. I got him a leather valet for all of his cufflinks and jewelry as well as a New York Knicks cheerleader outfit for Rebecca so that she can watch the first game of the season with him. He bought me a pair of glittery...
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Q & A
I saw this on Baby Growing and I figured it’d be fun so here we go…
Finding out!
- What day did you find out?: September 24th, 2010 - How did you feel when you found out?: I got really excited and started to shake. - Who was with you?: Nobody. I was in the bathroom at work, that would be weird. - Who was the first person you told?: I told my sister because I couldn’t get in...
Hungry, Hungry Hippo
I don’t know what the hell is going on but I cannot get full at all. I had three hard-boiled eggs for breakfast. That usually does the trick but it didn’t even take the edge off of my hunger. I then ate eight apple slices that I had packed for snack. No go. I THEN ate my grilled cheese sandwich that was supposed to be my lunch. Nope. Still hungry. To top it off, some asshole at work...
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Damn Hormones
I’m sitting here crying into my cream of potato soup at the thought of seeing my little girl on a 4D ultrasound. We’re planning on going in at 30 weeks and if I’m crying already, I hate to see how bad I’m going to be at the actual ultrasound. I’m such a hormonal wreck.
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“You’re old and busted. She’s the new hotness.”
– My husband, discussing why Rebecca will get whatever she wants while the quality of the gifts I get will dwindle. He’s so charming. :D
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Pregnancy Update Week 22
Estimated Due Date: June 8th
Weight Gain: As of today, I’m up a grand total of 12 pounds. The doctor says that it’s a good, steady weight gain which lets me know my baby is healthy but I do NOT like looking at the number on the scale. I’ve been trying to make good eating choices and drink plenty of water but sometimes I can’t help but give in to the cravings. Symptoms: My...
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“If you’re a dad, you should be aware that you are your son or daughter’s first...”
– (via onlycaroline)
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Greedy Valentine
Just did some Valentine’s Day shopping for my students. I only have six and the bags of candy come in sets of 20. Guess where the rest of it is headed? :)
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It's February Already?!
I officially reached my fifth month today and I must admit, the thought almost made me break out into hives. I’ve only got 4 months left to prep a nursery, take the hospital tour, get the necessities, and take some classes so that I can be “prepared” for Rebecca. That doesn’t seem like enough time to prepare for this Herculean task of raising a baby (or birthing one). Holy...
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Am I Totally Ridiculous For Wanting to Do This?!
Seriously, this is too precious for me to NOT want to do. And in my defense, Tom’s are awesome. Especially glittery ones. So why NOT buy a matching pair for Bex too? It’d be selfish of me not to get her in on the action as well. :)
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January 2012
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My Name is Laura and I'm an App Addict
Seriously, since I’ve been pregnant my iPhone has become riddled with pregnancy and baby apps and it’s about to gain another one. Parenting.com just released an app called Can I Eat That? and it takes the guesswork out of eating for preggos like me. I think I have a problem. :)
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