Merry Christmas!!

Merry Christmas everyone!! Dave and I had a nice time with both sides of the family. Here's a pic before the Siemens Christmas party on the 12th. I will probably post some newer pics soon. Now that Christmas is over I am really looking foward to getting the Nursery set up. My goal is to have it finished by the end of February. I am sure many of you are wondering what her name will be. I will be announcing it soon so be prepared!

Ear of Corn

My little girl is as big as an ear of corn now and weighs a little more than a pound. I can't believe how fast time is flying. I keep peeking into the Nursery and picturing what the room will look like in just a few short months. I've got boxes and stuffed animals laying around everywhere.

She is kicking alright...

Oh...my...goodness.... I am watching little waves of kicks and punches across my belly right now. I knew her kicks were getting stronger but wow! What an awesome feeling knowing my baby is in there, bouncing around kicking in response to my touch and voice.

crib bedding and nursery setup

I got my crib bedding in the mail yesterday. It is so cute!! I can't wait to get the nursery set up. I am thinking a nice rusty orange for the walls. What do you think?

The Azania 6 Piece Baby Crib Bedding Set includes: quilt, bumper, dust ruffle, fitted sheet, window valance and a diaper stacker. As you can see in the picture, there are lots of other pieces too. That nice little rug may end up on the floor in my house too.

Thanksgiving and Black Friday

I hope everyone had a Happy Thanksgiving! I went with Dave to see his Grandmothers and immediate family in Kinston. Today, I put on walking shoes and pulled my hair into a ponytail so I could take on the Black Friday crowds at Crabtree. I got more shopping done than I expected. There are some great deals out there this year! I've passed the 22 week mark this week and all is well. I hope it continues that way.

wiggle worm

I have a restless little wiggle worm in my stomach. She doesn't kick me hard but I can definitely feel it. Apparently, she likes the right side of my body. I have yet to feel any kicking on the left side. I am still constantly craving fruit and just can't drink enough juice to satisfy my needs. I am happy that my body has chosen fruit as a weakness. Can you imagine if all I wanted was cheeseburgers! Yikes! Oh, if any mommas out there have suggestions about what is a must-have registry item, let me know! The best resources out there are tried and true moms!

The glass is half full

Half·way
Pronunciation: \'haf-'wā, 'häf-\
Function: adjective


- center(a): equally distant from the extremes
- at a point midway between two extremes; "at the halfway mark"
- at half the distance; at the middle; "he was halfway down the ladder when he fell"
- including only half or a portion; "halfway measures"

Yes, ladies and gentleman... I am at the halfway point. 20 weeks in, 20 weeks left!

1) Now that we know we are having a little girl, I have getting my registries updated. I picked Target and Walmart just in case. Babys R Us scares me. It is just so overwhelming!
2) I have decided that the baby must be a night owl. I don't ever feel her kicking until after 10 in the morning. Speaking of kicking, it's gettting stronger and more frequent. I haven't been able to feel them outside of my stomach yet but I am sure I will soon.
3) I have pretty much retired all pants BB (before baby) and have gone to dresses, skirts, and maternity clothing. It's been fun wearing a new wardrobe, I feel so stylish and classy at the same time.
4) The house is in disarray. We have been moving stuff from closet-to-room-to-shed-to-other room-to-trash and so on all week. I can see the start of fresh new nursery underneath all of those boxes. At least... I think I can...