How far along? 17 weeks
Total weight gain: 4 pounds
Symptoms: tired mostly - oh, and yucky headaches
Stretch marks: just a few
Sleep: on my back since falling asleep on my side hurts my hips.
Food cravings: pizza
Maternity clothes: No - just my bella band, but I have a feeling I'll be shopping soon enough.
Best moment of the week: Getting awesome blood work results. We are all set with a healthy kid so far.
Movement: Nada - waiting.
Gender: We'll have to wait until December - not finding out. :)
Labor Signs: None
Belly Button: in (but shallow)
What I miss: beer. still.
What I am looking forward to: an ultrasound in a week to see the little bean again.
Happy early July 4th! :)
July 1, 2010
June 22, 2010
Father's Day 2010
Father's Day in our home has been mostly about the pups and I celebrating with the hubs. This year we did Father's Day early with my father-in-law before the in-laws left for Canada. I can't believe they will be gone until October. The only thing that makes me excited is to know that we get to join them at the end of July for a nice vacation. We'll get to see the rest of the hubs extended family and also spend time with the G family (hub's sister) from California. We only really get to see the G family twice a year, but never for a long time. It should be a really good time.
But back to the topic. Since this is also the hub's first pre-baby father's day, I wanted to make it special. I got him a card and a little book. It's call I Like You. I heard it a wedding as a reading and maybe it was pregnancy hormones but it was hard not to cry. Here - you give it try:
I Like You (by Sandol Stoddard Warburg)
http://erikstar.blogspot.com/2009/02/i-like-you-sandol-stoddard-warburg.html
Such a sweet little book and the drawings are so cute. It's hard to believe that one day we'll get to read it to our little one. :)
But back to the topic. Since this is also the hub's first pre-baby father's day, I wanted to make it special. I got him a card and a little book. It's call I Like You. I heard it a wedding as a reading and maybe it was pregnancy hormones but it was hard not to cry. Here - you give it try:
I Like You (by Sandol Stoddard Warburg)
http://erikstar.blogspot.com/2009/02/i-like-you-sandol-stoddard-warburg.html
Such a sweet little book and the drawings are so cute. It's hard to believe that one day we'll get to read it to our little one. :)
Whoa! My Poor Neglected Blog
I can't believe how much I let this blog go without writing. Since I am going to yet again try to keep up, I thought I would change it up a little with a new format. :)
How far along? 16 weeks (this Thursday)
Total weight gain: 4 pounds
Symptoms: Hot - all.the.time. and a few leg cramps
Stretch marks: just a few
Sleep: once I am down for the count - I am OUT.
Food cravings: After barfing for about a month and a half, plus feeling green, I am happy to report that I am back to eating - mostly fruit like cherries and watermelon.
Maternity clothes: I have a Bellyband I wear most of the time but still fitting into my clothes thanks to the 10 pound weight lose from barfing.
Best moment of the week: Hoping it will be good results from my blood test - but hearing the heartbeat last week was awesome too.
Movement: None - but I had a dream I felt the baby moving. Strange.
Gender: We'll have to wait until December - not finding out. :)
Labor Signs: None
Belly Button: in (but shallow)
What I miss: beer. It's summer and it isn't the same without one cold beer.
What I am looking forward to: an ultrasound in a few weeks to see the little bean again.
So if you haven't heard yet, I am pregnant and expecting in December. I'm finding it all hard to believe. We found out in March and not soon after the good news, I had a really tough time with morning sickness. I ended up in the ER twice and also got nursed back to health after a week long stay with my in-laws. They were so awesome to take me in for a whole week and get me eating again. So that's the big news for now. We are not really going to announce it on any social networks for now, but if you are reading this - - please join us in the good news. :)
How far along? 16 weeks (this Thursday)
Total weight gain: 4 pounds
Symptoms: Hot - all.the.time. and a few leg cramps
Stretch marks: just a few
Sleep: once I am down for the count - I am OUT.
Food cravings: After barfing for about a month and a half, plus feeling green, I am happy to report that I am back to eating - mostly fruit like cherries and watermelon.
Maternity clothes: I have a Bellyband I wear most of the time but still fitting into my clothes thanks to the 10 pound weight lose from barfing.
Best moment of the week: Hoping it will be good results from my blood test - but hearing the heartbeat last week was awesome too.
Movement: None - but I had a dream I felt the baby moving. Strange.
Gender: We'll have to wait until December - not finding out. :)
Labor Signs: None
Belly Button: in (but shallow)
What I miss: beer. It's summer and it isn't the same without one cold beer.
What I am looking forward to: an ultrasound in a few weeks to see the little bean again.
So if you haven't heard yet, I am pregnant and expecting in December. I'm finding it all hard to believe. We found out in March and not soon after the good news, I had a really tough time with morning sickness. I ended up in the ER twice and also got nursed back to health after a week long stay with my in-laws. They were so awesome to take me in for a whole week and get me eating again. So that's the big news for now. We are not really going to announce it on any social networks for now, but if you are reading this - - please join us in the good news. :)
April 5, 2010
Checking In
Bored and thinking it might be time for a quarterly check-in.
Mind:
One-word description of the work week: Quiet (lots of people on vaca this week; wish I was one of them)
Books I've finished/Movies I've seen: Finally saw New Moon. Mostly read magazines last week.
News story that stuck with me: Dog getting killed at local dog park. Stupid owner to blame.
Ear Worm: (Otherwise known as the song stuck in my head this week): the theme song to Being Erica. It's stuck on repeat in my head.
Body:
Workouts this week: Lots of walking. To work, home and around the hood. LOVE it and so do the pups. Our Boxer is getting so skinny. Happy dogs=happy owners!
Spirit:
What I did for myself: When to bed early. Lately I've been super tired and instead of trying to stay up late, I'm putting myself to bed a decent hour.
Looking forward:
Upcoming weekend visit with my brother and his family. Can't wait to see the nephews and show them around the city. Should be busy and fun!
Mind:
One-word description of the work week: Quiet (lots of people on vaca this week; wish I was one of them)
Books I've finished/Movies I've seen: Finally saw New Moon. Mostly read magazines last week.
News story that stuck with me: Dog getting killed at local dog park. Stupid owner to blame.
Ear Worm: (Otherwise known as the song stuck in my head this week): the theme song to Being Erica. It's stuck on repeat in my head.
Body:
Workouts this week: Lots of walking. To work, home and around the hood. LOVE it and so do the pups. Our Boxer is getting so skinny. Happy dogs=happy owners!
Spirit:
What I did for myself: When to bed early. Lately I've been super tired and instead of trying to stay up late, I'm putting myself to bed a decent hour.
Looking forward:
Upcoming weekend visit with my brother and his family. Can't wait to see the nephews and show them around the city. Should be busy and fun!
March 10, 2010
Just checking in
Hard to believe it is already March. This year is flying by and I can't seem to hold on tight enough to the moments. Here's my check in. Sorry for the space between the posts. Life keeps getting in the way.
Mind:
One-word description of the workweek: Awesome (it's busy, but it's good)
Books I've finished: I suck at reading - I might change this question and opt for one about what blog to check out - that seems to be the only reading I get to these days.
News story that stuck with me: Mostly young movie/tv stars dying young - sad.
*NEW* Ear Worm: (Otherwise known as the song stuck in my head this week): Since I started walking to work, I haven't really had the chance to listen to a lot of music. But thanks to TV, Soul Sister is stuck for now.
Body:
Workouts this week: Walking - and lots of it. Everyday morning and afternoon with the pups.
Spirit:
What I did for myself: Spent time with a friend I don't get to see often and just chat openly about our dreams and hopes. It just felt great to have someone support me.
Looking forward:
Dinner with the neighbors tonight. They always make me laugh. :)
Mind:
One-word description of the workweek: Awesome (it's busy, but it's good)
Books I've finished: I suck at reading - I might change this question and opt for one about what blog to check out - that seems to be the only reading I get to these days.
News story that stuck with me: Mostly young movie/tv stars dying young - sad.
*NEW* Ear Worm: (Otherwise known as the song stuck in my head this week): Since I started walking to work, I haven't really had the chance to listen to a lot of music. But thanks to TV, Soul Sister is stuck for now.
Body:
Workouts this week: Walking - and lots of it. Everyday morning and afternoon with the pups.
Spirit:
What I did for myself: Spent time with a friend I don't get to see often and just chat openly about our dreams and hopes. It just felt great to have someone support me.
Looking forward:
Dinner with the neighbors tonight. They always make me laugh. :)
January 28, 2010
2010 - The Year of Change
So far this year has been uneventful until this week. My boss pulled me into her office to let me know that I would be moving into a bigger role on her team. It all came as a shock and its been a secret since the rest of the team won't find out until Monday. In other news our townhome SOLD. Well, we got a contract and now need to pass inspection. Once we complete that and a few other steps, we'll be closing (finger and paws crossed) on March 15. I can't believe we'll be packing (again) and actually moving. We are so excited to get out of our neighborhood and closer to town. The hubs has a job with a crazy commute so this should help with all the miles we have already put on his car. We have no idea where to move or if we want to rent or buy. Lots of unanswered questions and for the first time in a long time, I am not stressed and letting things unfold. Ask me in a couple of weeks how I feel! :)
I really want this year to also be the year of paying off all debt. We don't have much to cut, but what we do have, I want paid and crossed off the list. It might sounds silly, but I hate bills and even more, I hate paying bills. To solve this issue, we will do whatever we can to cut down or cut out expenses for things we don't need or can do without. This means really saving and really living on what we have while being creative on spending. I've often said I would start coupons and I think that is just the tip of the iceberg. I am open to any suggestions and will be surfing the internet to find other cost cutting tips.
Hard to believe it, but this year will be different and in a good way for sure. Can't wait to see what's next.
I really want this year to also be the year of paying off all debt. We don't have much to cut, but what we do have, I want paid and crossed off the list. It might sounds silly, but I hate bills and even more, I hate paying bills. To solve this issue, we will do whatever we can to cut down or cut out expenses for things we don't need or can do without. This means really saving and really living on what we have while being creative on spending. I've often said I would start coupons and I think that is just the tip of the iceberg. I am open to any suggestions and will be surfing the internet to find other cost cutting tips.
Hard to believe it, but this year will be different and in a good way for sure. Can't wait to see what's next.
January 14, 2010
How did it come to this?
Getting back on the wagon isn't as fun as falling off in my opinion. I remember about three-ish years ago when according to doctor's orders, my eating habits had to change. So I worked out three-plus times a week and I watched what I ate. I ran 5K races like it was my business to do so. It was a completely new lifestyle. I lost about 40 pounds total and to this day have only gained about half of it back.
I am not here to complain or even say why me, but I am here to say that it started with falling back into bad habits and it ends with knowing I have to make the change back. Dieting isn't in my blood. It takes an overhaul to make things work for me.
So here I am, twenty pounds heavier, thanks to one and a half years of marriage comfort. I plan on taking my time warp back of less carbs/less sugar, food journals, exercising on a consistent basis back to the 2006 version of me. Yes, it have been week one on this roller coaster ride (or hell week as I refer to it), but I would really love this time of struggle to remind me not put weight back on. And owning up to it on this blog is the best way I can think of to keep myself on the wagon this time around. Here's to a healthier me. Happy 2010.
I am not here to complain or even say why me, but I am here to say that it started with falling back into bad habits and it ends with knowing I have to make the change back. Dieting isn't in my blood. It takes an overhaul to make things work for me.
So here I am, twenty pounds heavier, thanks to one and a half years of marriage comfort. I plan on taking my time warp back of less carbs/less sugar, food journals, exercising on a consistent basis back to the 2006 version of me. Yes, it have been week one on this roller coaster ride (or hell week as I refer to it), but I would really love this time of struggle to remind me not put weight back on. And owning up to it on this blog is the best way I can think of to keep myself on the wagon this time around. Here's to a healthier me. Happy 2010.
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