Tick, Tick, Tick

Well, it seems the waiting game has truly begun. With baby due on wednesday, it seems that each morning I wake up (a) surprised that I didn't go into labor over night and (b) wondering if today will be the day. It's kind of funny to wonder when your body is going to decide on its own to do something that will be so momentous. While in some ways, I am eagerly awaiting this little person's arrival, I know that it is SO much easier now than it will be after he or she arrives. Still, I keep wondering who this person is that has been growing in my tummy for the last 9 months. I guess we'll know soon enough. :)

With all of this anticipation, I feel like every moment that something can get done around the house now is precious. So, Marchus has been hard at work completing our new closet system and we are looking forward to moving all our stuff into it (and out of boxes all over the bedroom floor). My mom arrived on thursday and has been really helping to unpack boxes and get stuff organized and put away. My dad and Beth are on standby waiting for the phone call, as are Marchus's parents so that all the grandparents can come and welcome the newest grandchild together.

The baby's room is pretty much ready to go, clothes washed etc. I feel much more prepared this time than last. Phew. I suppose I should pack some stuff to take to the hospital for when the time comes. :)

I'll try to keep posting on the blog this week, so check back for the latest news. :)

37.5 weeks - 2.5 weeks to go!

Happy Father's Day to all the dads! We hope you are celebrating and enjoying your day!

With 2.5 weeks until due date, we're doing our best to keep getting ourselves moved in! I'm getting used to living with boxes piled everywhere, but hopefully, more will disappear before baby arrives. I'm feeling large and a little more tired than a month ago, but all in all, still feeling pretty good. With the due date looming, I feel like I have a lot to do and just need to muster the energy to get it done. :)

Adam is eagerly anticipating the arrival of what he is positive is a "baby sister" named "Cactus". Marchus went to Houston for work early this week and left before Adam woke up. When Adam woke up and saw that Daddy wasn't there, he asked if Daddy went to the hospital to get the baby. Kind of makes sense because I've told him that he may wake up one morning and Mommy and Daddy might not be home because they went to the hospital to get the baby. If only Daddy COULD do it single-handedly. :)

Marchus brought Adam a cowboy hat from Houston and Adam has had a great time putting his cowboy outfit together and riding his rocking horse. He's also found it great fun to pull a pillow over his head and body and walking around. It is hilarious watching him try to navigate his way around when he can't see where he is.

With baby's arrival just around the corner, Marchus is spending Father's Day painting the baby's room. Adam had the chance to help Daddy paint and had a great time! Last week Adam and Daddy put together a "car wash"/"boat" (depending on who you ask) in the loft. It has been a great source of entertainment all week. :)

36 weeks! 26 days to go!

We moved into our new house this week! It's been a whirlwind and we were very fortunate to have my Dad and Beth here to help. We're now surrounded with boxes and have yet to completely unpack anything, but at least we're here. Marchus did a fantastic job painting Adam's room and our guest room before the movers brought all of our furniture over. It's great to finally have everything under one roof. Adam LOVES his new house and his new room. He says the backyard is his playground. Each time we drive into the driveway, he pipes up gleefully "My NEW HOUSE!!" It's great that he's adjusted so well.

It has been blissful to wake up in the middle of the night and not have to navigate a steep and narrow staircase to get to the bathroom. It's only 15 steps away... Ahhhh... I can't believe I got thru 8 months of pregnancy with the bathroom on another floor. :)

Yesterday, I made my final journey to Santa Cruz for meetings before baby comes. Since Adam was born at 36 weeks, I just don't feel comfortable going that far from home anymore. My Dad and Beth were there with Adam while I went to my meetings, which was great. Adam got to play at the beach with Granpy and he's definitely a big fan of the ocean. And we all went by to see Nadia and give her some treats. She was definitely happy to see us!

Had my 36 week appointment with my midwife today and she did a quick ultrasound. Baby's head is down where it should be and everything is normal. Adam went with me to see the baby on the screen, but it didn't hold his attention for long. He brought his "baby" doll with him to the appointment. He is convinced this baby is a "sister" and her name is "Cactus".

I feel like I am entering uncharted waters in this last month of pregnancy - having not gotten farther than this the last time. So, the anticipation is building. :) The baby has been having hiccups a lot lately. It's entertaining, except when it wakes me up at 4am.

So, that's the latest here. What a week!