Pretty, pretty princess!

Well, maybe she is, but she also might be a big, bottom brat! Turns out what we thought all this time was her head, could in fact be her butt! When the doctor listened to her heartbeat, she was surprised how clear it was further up, soooooooo, they are gonna book me in for an ultrasound tomorrow. If that shows that Ariel is indeed butt down, I will be booked for a c-section. So that kinda sucks, but I am pretty much taking it all as it comes. Ken is a little worried, but what daddy wouldn't be. So, expect updates on the situation as they become available.

Other exciting news, the nursery is pretty much done! The rocking chair that was my mom's is being brought tonight via dad delivery. Here are some pics of the crib in all its cuteness and the new bookcase that we put together last night and loaded up. It really is feeling like a room now. Wow.

Ok, I need some food, bye!

How much to feet swell?

Maybe don't answer that, I don't wanna know.

Anyhoo, I am pleased to say that this afternoon I had 2 deliveries! YAY! We now have the long awaited bookcase for the nursery as well as the pretty bedding set! It matches perfectly, and I am sooooooooooo happy. Pink and green! Whee. I will upload some pics tomorrow, once the mattress is in too. Then its pretty much the final look, expect for the missing rocking chair which my dad still needs to bring over.

My energy was at an all time low today. I think its the heat and dealing with uber sore feet. I kept soaking them in cold water, keeping them elevated and resting as much as I could. I was trying to clean up a bit but I don't know how successful I really was...

The UPS man who came with package 2 said his wife was due in early September, and asked how I was coping as she wasn't doing well. I laughed and pointed to my bucket of ice water for soaking, I think he could relate. Hehe.

Just ate a big tuna sandwich, yum. I seem to be craving tuna this week. Weird. All I could think about was if there was indeed a can of it in the pantry. Lucky me, there was one can left, might have to pick up some more. Maybe a can of salmon too. Fishy, fishy, fishy.

Ken is on his way home. The first ever June intake started today, so he was out of the house really early. I am sure there will be some stories, as there are some difficult situations happening because of the move to the new location. Growing pains sucks. I just wish people could band together for the common goal, rather than wallowing in self pity. I was a student once too, if I saw the people around me, making the most of a hard situation it be better than seeing them be crabs about it. Just my opinion. In fact, I gave Ken a bit of a personal rant because I was so frustrated with his attitude, which I can't blame him entirely for, since those around him didn't help the situation any. I am very proud of him for making a real effort today, it take a real man to do that in the face of difficultly and adversity. My darling, I love you, what a wonderful father you are going to be.

Speaking of which... only 5 weeks to go!

The sun is out to get me!

Ok, it really feels like summer these days. Sigh, my feet are really swollen and its pretty nasty. Gonna try and keep off them tomorrow to see if I can bring the swelling down. It probably didn't help that Ken and I went shopping today, all the extra walking I'm sure got them angry. Oh well, it was still a fun afternoon.

First off was church, and it was great to hear the kids talk about their trip to Africa. What a life changing experience. Stella surprised us with an anniversary present, well, it ended up being for Ariel but thats ok. Its a handpainted 'baby's first christmas' ornie! Is it not the cutest thing ever? I tried to get a good pic of both sides. The one side has 3 mice stringing popcorn and cranberries, while the other is the lovely script. AWE! I think Ariel is getting spoiled these days. Hehe.

We went to Michaels craft store for the fill of crafting materials, and stuff for Ken's class. We got to see Katie, who just got hired on as a cashier. She sounds so professional, and I was impressed. Yay Katie! She is also got an interning gig at the Clayman's Studio, someone Ken bragged to about her work. It paid off, and its great to see her with many opportunities, and a cool discount off her materials thanks to the craft store. Makes me think I was in the wrong line of work during my Safeway days. Hehe.

Then we drove to Landsdown mall to visit the evil Toys R Us store. I will be going later this week with Nana for the crib mattress, but I wanted to pick up some other stuff and Ken is a good hauler of my purchases. We got the changing pad and covers, an awesome deal on wipes, some blankets and a boppy! Those were some things on my list I wanted to take care of before baby came.

Ken has been animating and organizing his film folders. I didn't realize how much he actually has done. I have been just playing around, trying to keep cool. I did sew on some tiny roses to the dedication dress, now its finished! I think that was just what it needed. I had a cool bath and balanced my dinner on my tummy while I soaked. Pretty funny to look at, I told Ken we are gonna have to take a picture at some point.

Tomorrow I am expecting 2 deliveries.... lets see how that pans out. Tune in tomorrow, same bat time, same bat channel.

Fancy Food

Earls can never disappoint on food. However, the service today.... well thats another story. Hehe. Robyn, Dianne and I got together for a gals lunch date today. It was nice to catch up with them in person, since its not too often these days with such busy lives we live. As said, we ate at Earls and the food was almost too pretty to eat, but I managed no problem. Our waitress was a funny girl who at first didn't know we were in her section or something, then managed to spill some of Dianne's drink including ice on the table and left us to wipe it up.... odd. Oh well, thats life, and it made for a good laugh.

Dianne had our belated christmas gifts for us, which was very sweet. Ariel now has some uber cute dragonfly booties! Also in the picture is an adorable lamp that Aunty Penny sent over for her room. It says good night princess, all the way around, and actually gives off excellent light. So yay for gifts and thank you to you both.

I got home to work on the sunday school video I am making as a surprise gift for my students. Once I finished of course, right before I can save, stupid computer freezes and blah, I lose my work. Ugh. So I redo it and its good to go. Ken is gonna burn me some DVDs tonight, once he gets home. I forgot he was hanging with Mike tonight.

He is checking out Mike's small group for faith and films. That was something we use to lead at our church but sadly had to drop due to lack of time to lead. Plus, Ken really wanted some group that he could be part of and not have any major responsibility. I don't blame him. So, here's hoping he enjoys it. However, it does leave me on my own... at least I am off the hook for dinner making. I can do something light for me, yay.

Heat = Bad

Its too dang hot right now in our house! The evening sun has warmed it up and I am not the happiest chicky right now. I may hop in a cold shower soon after I finish this blog. Ken and I are gonna go try the new resturant across the street since he is in need of a pick me up after a long rough day.

Today I finished up the dedication dress. It turned out rather lovely. Took me most of the morning to sew the buttons and lace trim. I added a few beads and some ribbon as well, and I think its done... unless I have some great idea... but I think its complete. Take a lookie!

Here is the full dress.

Here is a close up for detail. Oooh!

In other news, been tracking my UPS package of baby bedding. Its offically in Richmond as of today! I thought maybe I'd get it this afternoon, but alas, not to be. Here's hoping it comes on Monday. Yay. Also, I called Sears, after hearing nothing since the 14th. So, I call and give the story that the last message I got was one saying that THEY would call me to reschedule the delivery. Well, that never happened, and the lady didn't seem to care. Good grief, my package is sitting there apprently, and is coming monday... I will believe it when I see it.

Ok, need to get ready to meet my boy, later!

Baby loves pizza!

Yesterday, I spent all day over at Stella's, working on Ariel's dedication dress. We got the dress fully constructed and all thats left is for me to sew the lining, buttons and any trim I may want to add. Will post pics once its complete.

Last night was also our final prenatal class. Kinda sad that its over. We all exchanged email addresses and plan to keep in touch. We got to see the video we missed last week, the Amazing Newborn. It was really amazing! The studies they did on infants is so interesting. People who think babies are blobs are so wrong, and can miss out on soooooooooo much.

We also got the tour of the labor ward and recovery area. Club Med its not, hehe. I am glad the labor rooms are private, not into sharing that time with strangers. We did see a 34 week old baby in the special care nursery. She was so small, but looked really good for being that early. It was weird to think thats how big my baby is right now, crazy.

After class, we went to Pizza Hut for a celebration pizza! Ariel loves pizza and kicked me non stop all the way home. Such a funny baby. Stopped at Safeway for some ice tea (the newest craving). Ken bought me a special Peoples magazines featuring all the new celebrities and their kids. Very cute indeed. Fun reading.

Today has been low key. Had coffee with Nana and then did some further work for the client. Tonight I am gonna make an appearance at the dessert night for sunday school teachers. Ken has to stay late for an info session, maybe I can sneak him home a treat.

Anniversary is next friday!!!!!!!!!!! Eek!