36 weeks + some (a.k.a. 37 weeks if you go off of OTHER info that we won't get into...)

Yipee! I did it! And with NO terbutaline! I've now set my sights to 37 weeks, which is estimated to be next Tuesday. (I have my arguments with THAT. I think that I reached the 37 mark yesterday - Friday - but according to the "blanket system" that is used, 'tis Tuesday I must aim for. Hmph) According to my last appointment on Friday, (yesterday) I'm already gearing up to go. So - who knows? It could be this weekend, it could be not for awhile, but signs are showing it will be soon! We'll see! (Seriously, though - can you imagine if I've got 3+ more weeks of this how big I'll be THEN? It boggles the mind...)

Mother's Day...

was WONDERFUL! I got breakfast in bed (delicious waffles with strawberries and whipped cream, sausage, eggs, and ice-cold orange juice), cute gifts from my kiddos, a corsage to wear to church, sung to at church by super cute kiddos, delicious dinner, a much desired cook-book, an orchid to have on my sill, chocolate covered strawberries and a home-made pedicure from my hubby! Yes, I was SPOILED. I'm so blessed with the husband and kids that I have and am grateful for them everyday. Even when I'm grumpy, I'm grateful. :) (not that I was grumpy on Mother's Day - I was just reflecting on the times when I AM grumpy and how amidst that feeling, I still see how great they all are.) :)

Ready and Waiting...

The baby's room...is complete. Can I tell you how much I love being "all ready"?! It surely makes that little organizational gene in me beam. :) I think the room turned out pretty nice. Here's the before pics (I had all the furniture in the center of the room for painting):





And After:




Matt built the shelf on the wall, but I painted it and the rest of the room. (He also measured out the stripes for me, the darling. Oh - and I have to give him major props on the colors...he's the color genius. I admit it. I'm always a little "hesitant" on his choice, but trust his instincts because they're always right.) For those of you that are curious, NO I didn't make the blanket and valance, etc. I found a great deal on Overstock.com - something I loved that was much cheaper than me even making it.

Good times. I had the painting done about 6 weeks ago, but wanted to wash everything before putting it up. (blankets, clothes, etc.) So that took awhile.

All my old nursery stuff i.e., blankets, bumper pads, etc. - was worn out. Hey, it was used through 4 kids! - so I said I was going to do a GIRL'S room this time when we found out what we were having. And Girl I did.

Ready when you are, Baby!

Ladies Night!

Last weekend, my friends Olivia and Angie organized a "Ladies Night" geared around celebrating the new baby on the way. It was PERFECT and so much fun. We went to dinner at SOLID in downtown Boise (LOVE their cucumber water and sweet potato fries) where we talked and some guy played some really weird live music. We then met up at Olivia's where Andi met up with us and we had fondue and just chatted away. Everyone surprised me by all pitching in so I could get a "cute" diaper bag. This a luxury I have never given myself....the frugality in me always succumbs to the fact that the hospital gives you a free one, so why buy it? But, secretly, I always admire the cute ones I see moms toting around. So, I was SUPER excited with everyone's thoughtful and generous gift and Matt and I picked this cute little number up the next day:


Cute, huh?! I was also given some really adorable outfits....thanks Katy and Andi!!! I love these ladies and it was so nice to have a night out and just talk away. :)

Easter Fun

Happy Easter!