*read our journey here + how it happened here*
I’m currently in my 28th week and turn 29 weeks on Thursday! I cannot believe in a little over 11 weeks, we will meet our little man… so many blessings!
Dear John Henry,
What an amazing week we shared together. You, little man, sure are loved by so many ladies who are like family to me… to us! On Sunday, everyone came together to shower us with love and excitement for your/ our baby shower. It was an unforgettable afternoon and once again, I was reminded by how truly lucky I am (we are!)… so much love from some of the closest ladies in my life. Once again, our little boy, you are one blessing.
Your YiaYia was in town from Omaha this weekend as well. We decided it would be fun to show off your handsome self to YiaYia, Auntie Lex and Uncle Bruce by having a 3D/ 4D ultrasound. You sleep like Mommy with your hands and Daddy with your feet. I was a thumb sucker and still sleep with my hands by my face and as far as your Daddy, he sleeps with his ankles crossed. Funny how those traits have translated over to you. I loved seeing your little smile and your tongue moving in and out of your mouth… you were probably hoping to taste some candy corn pumpkins.
Ahhhh, little man, I love you so much and seeing your sweet face got me so excited… more excited and I didn’t think that was possible.
I love you with all of my heart and can’t wait for the day that we finally meet… face to face.
Lots of love and continue your kicks,
Mommy
Weight gain: Up 2 lbs since last week… so, according to my scale I’m up 28lbs, but according to doctors scale I’ve gained 26lbs. I’ll blame our trip to Charleston (last week) for this gain!
Maternity clothes: Same old! Same old! I remember my girlfriends at this point… I wear the same old thing and getting tired of my wardrobe. I need to purchase a pair of black jeans. I went to Petal the other day and purchased some non-maternity tops and sweaters.
Gender: John Henry Thorne… I think the hubby is leaning more towards calling him Henry. I’m leaning towards John Henry… but I’m giving into the hubs, because I’m a pretty awesome wife and hope to get a redic push present <—- KIDDING! The house is my push present!
Nursery: No additional progress. I am leaning more towards a blue and white striped wallpaper.
Movement: Lordy, he moves constant… and I love it! 🙂 It’s pretty crazy… I’ve also had this pulsing/ twitching going on… not sure what he’s doing. LOL’s! His head is down and sometimes I think those little legs of his catch a rib of mine. Ouch! I seriously cannot wait to hold my squirming little son!
Sleep: Not too shabby, up every so often in the middle of the night to tinkle (baby is dropping and head is down), but I can’t complain!
What I miss: My thighs (again this week!) and arms… but I’ll do anything for this little guy. I actually really miss having our “own place”, missing our condo like crazy. Our condo that we sold back in April was “home” to us… being in this apartment, it’s so temporary, it’s so small (480sf) and with a growing belly and growing baby stuff, I’m just missing our adorable little place. Excited to be in a home (soon!), but it still feels like forever away. I’m just ready to nest!
Best moment this week: Duh! The most amazing baby shower that I’ve ever seen/ been to in my entire life! It was incredible. I cried walking in like a big fat baby… I walked into a space that was completely (from head to toe!) transformed into the most beautiful setting I’ve ever seen with all of 8 of the hostess who greeted me and my mama… AND all for my little boy and our little family. It was amazing. I can’t say enough thanks to my 8 girlfriends who took my breath away and so incredibly generous! I’m grateful for my other girlfriends who celebrated the day with the little man and me (Daddy too!) and my mama who flew all the way from Omaha, Nebraska to be by my side. It was one of the best (and beautiful!) days of my life. Never felt more loved! I can’t wait to share pictures from Kristin Vining with y’all… but in the meantime here’s a few iPhone pics.
We also took my mom, sis and brother-in-law to one of our 3D/4D ultrasounds. He’s so cute!
Only PART of the gorgeous transformation!
My 8 gorgeous hostess and myself!
My beautiful mama!
Looking forward to: The week of November 24th! Sorry clients and brides, nothing against y’all, I’m just ready for a break and this baby.
Cravings: PUMPKIN CANDY CORN (the end)!
Symptoms: Cellulite! Thigh rubbage! Other than that, I’m lucky!
Workouts: Lots of 6 mile walks this week, but no Group Power classes… too busy! 🙁