Weekend Bullet Points

It was a great long weekend, it makes me want to start a petition for shorter work weeks. I didn't take as many pictures as I should have so I'll highlight random thoughts and points from the weekend in bullet points.

• We had a great doctor appointment on Friday, we got to hear BW's (baby W) heart beat which was very strong at 157. Here is video from the appointment. The next appointment September 30th will be the gender appointment! The gender reveal party has been set and planning is under way!

• As part of our bedroom remodel David purchased a gigantic Samsung LED 55" flat screen TV for downstairs so we could move the one downstairs to our room. We got a great deal as it was a floor model from Sams (would you expect anything else). The picture occasionally goes out on our old one so it was only a matter of time. We've had it for 5 years. 

•  This was David the next day. He went and got his Dave Ramsey shirt that says Sell Some Stuff on it. He felt guilty for buying it even if we had the money in cash and it was part of the plan. It's staying and looks fantastic!

• Saturday I was suppose to run around looking for decorating items, but ended up taking Molly for a shot at the vet (she was due for one) and getting her flea/heart guard medicines. She had been itching for a while so we wanted to make sure she didn't have fleas. They said she was fine, but she does have allergies. So we have to give her 1 claritin a day for a while. It's starting to help, but that was a nice $160 bill. We also got oil changes/car washes and David studied for a bit. 

•  Sunday we had some fun parties. First up was a 3rd birthday party for Thomas, our friends Kerry and Matt's youngest. He loves super heros and got a lot of costumes to wear. It was fun seeing everyone. I stole this picture from Angela on her FB. Thanks! 

 I had to put this picture up. This is what Dad's do with their sons, you know Matt was enjoying it just as much as Thomas!

• Yesterday we went and looked around for bedding and a nice chair for our bedroom, but came out with nothing. The one I showed you from Home Goods wasn't as I thought. It ended up having a lime green color in it instead of that mustardy yellow that is pictured on the packaging. I wasn't impressed. Back to the drawing board, I think online I will have much better luck. Anyone know of good places online for duvet covers?

• David did a ton of work on the master bathroom, finishing up patching and painting (which he has sworn he will never do again, and I won't let him. He is not a happy camper when he paints). All in all it was a great weekend and it was nice to have that extra day. 

16 Week Pregnancy Survey

How Far Along: 16 weeks

Size of baby: Get ready for a growth spurt. In the next few weeks, your baby will double his weight and add inches to his length.  Right now, he's about the size of an avocado: 4 1/2 inches long (head to rump) and 3 1/2 ounces. His legs are much more developed, his head is more erect than it has been, and his eyes have moved closer to the front of his head. His ears are close to their final position, too. I also read that they can start hearing you so time to start talking to baby.

Total Weight Gain/Loss: I go to the doctor tomorrow so I'll let ya know, I'm still guessing 3-5 overall so far.

What I miss: Nothing this week

Sleep: I've been sleeping through the night more this week, David had a cold so not sure if its my body trying to ward it away. I hope I don't get it!

Symptoms: Slowly, but surely I am starting to feel normal again just hungry a lot more often. Does anyone have any good prenatal yoga videos they want to recommend? I want to start doing some of these at night.

Cravings: I signed up for a coupon for macaroni grill yesterday and now I want pasta milano (no mushrooms) if you've never had it, it's a must. Although they have taken away the bow tie pasta and put in penne instead (it affects the taste, believe me).

Best Moments this week: Getting my new bed set in! Here is a sneak peek. I also made dinner last night. I make lettuce wraps with ground chicken. It was quite tasty. I am going to try to make dinners again and go grocery shopping (I know, a bit ambitious, but I think I'm ready).

The bedding, lamp and curtains in the picture have to go, but you get the idea. We also aren't sure if we are keeping the box springs in there, it makes the bed really high, but taking it out we're not sure if it will be really low. We're going to play around this weekend. I also love the side tables, it's hard to see on this phone pic, because it makes it look yellow, but it looks good. Ya'll were right.

Mmm Lettuce Wraps

What we are looking forward to: Our Doctor appointment tomorrow! It is just to hear little one's heart beat, but it'll be a good reassurance to make sure everything is going well in there. I am also looking forward to the long weekend of redecorating, doing errands and seeing friends and family.

16 week photo. There is a bit of a bump forming. Sorry my pants are tight, I buttoned them and pulled them down and it looks like I am squeezing myself (which I prob. was, but just for the photo).

Front pic.

Out With the Old

Today is the big day! Our new bed and bench are being delivered and set up today!

 I was so happy to see our old bed frame go away. The railings in the back always came apart when I was watching TV (you can see it i n the picture) and it was just falling apart.

I cheered David on as he took it apart, you can see how it was just rigged together with the wood pieces. I will not miss it. Davids parents are heading over later to let them in for us (thanks!) and I am excited that Haverty's has a tracking device where you can track the truck on the status of deliveries. For example, I know there is 9 stops for the day and I am number 7.They have just finished with #1 and are in transit to stop #2. Pretty cool.

On Our Way to Big Boy/Big Girl Furniture!

Nope, not for the baby's room, but for our master bedroom! We went to a few stores furniture shopping and went to Haverty's and everyone was already having their labor day sales so we browsed around. I still wanted the upholstered headboard look, but a little more grownup. Here was one of my inspiration pics.

Well, we found a bed we liked and purchased it! I don't waste any time. We didn't love the matching end tables or dresser as they were too big, bulky and expensive. We decided to go with the bed and bench and find other things later at a better price. The bed is a dark wood so I am a little worried about finding someting to match, but I am optimistic. We headed to Pier 1 and a few other places and I found this interesting side table that was beige/cream and I wondered if it would match the upholstered fabric on the headboard. I wanted to check out Home Goods because they always have interesting finds at great prices. Well I walk in and find almost the EXACT same table that was at Pier 1 (except it had 2 drawers and not 3) but everything else was the same and it was $100 cheaper. We scooped it up and I went to another Home Goods yesterday to find a matching table since they only had 1. Mission was successful and we are now waiting for the bed to come in on Wednesday.

I put a collage together of everything we have purchased so far. The side tables are the Pier 1 ones since Home Goods doesn't have their items online, but they really are similar minus the 1 drawer. I am just not sure on mixing and matching the wood colors. It might look like crap or it might be a nice contrast and look. I am in love with the tables already so I am not sure I can part with them.

This is the Home Goods Table. Isn't it so similar? We got free delivery for the bed and bench after pretending we were going to walk away from the purchase and they called a few times saying they lowered the delivery fee, but we said we'll think about it. Later that evening the manager called and gave us the free delivery and set up. It pays to play hardball and cash.

I also found a duvet set at Home Goods that I really liked. Look at the picture of the actual bed and isn't that pillow underneath gorgeous. I am not sure on all the colors, but it's an option. The next step after figuring out if the side tables will work is picking out lamps, curtains, a chair/seating area and bedding to coordinate with our new grownup furniture.

15 Week Survey

 How Far Along: 15 weeks

Size of baby: Your growing baby now measures about 4 inches long, crown to rump, and weighs in at about 2 1/2 ounces (about the size of an apple). She's busy moving amniotic fluid through her nose and upper respiratory tract, which helps the primitive air sacs in her lungs begin to develop. Her legs are growing longer than her arms now, and she can move all of her joints and limbs.

Total Weight Gain/Loss: I'm sticking with 3-5 lbs right now

What I miss: Nothing really besides feeling normal in the mornings

Sleep: Nothing new on this home front. Still trying to get used to the snoogle, it's too high up to rest my head on so I like to rest it under my stomach and in between my legs.

Symptoms: Well, I still don't feel great in the mornings, but I have another theory about this morning sickness. I think it might be going away or gone. I think my problem is with the foods I am eating. I eat ego waffles before I shower and I am starving already on the way to work and when I get here I have to eat again. If I don't my stomach doesn't like being empty and I think I am mistaking this feeling for morning sickness when I really need to eat better and more substantial foods. I tried this morning eating some fiber one cereal in the car on the way to work (not a good idea by the way, not enough red lights to eat and drive). It seems to be holding me off better and I feel pretty good. I am ready for lunch already though.

Cravings: I really want a Willy's burrito. Their adobe chicken is awesome and is way better than Moe's chicken, it's just not close by. I might have to travel to one and take a long lunch one day (Maybe Tuesdays lunch Leah & Lacey?) I am also going to whole foods for lunch today and I am excited for the hot and cold bar (thanks shell!)

Best Moments this week: Possibly starting to feel better, I don't want to jinx it, but I do feel more normal so hopefully we are on our way!

What we are looking forward to:  I am already looking forward to Labor Day weekend, even though we still have 1 weekend in the way. David has no classes that weekend so I am excited to spend time together. We also are furniture shopping for our master bedroom!
No pic today, nothing new has been going on. I am still waiting for a more substantial bump to grow. Next Friday is our heartbeat appointment so I'm anxious to make sure everything is going well.

A Pregnant Girls Nightstand

This is what my nightstand looks like. I tried those preggo pop candies and let me say, they do not work at all so don't waste your money. They do taste amazing as a candy. I also have snacks and water to try to help with the nausea. I am loving the books though. I already told you about the Girlfriends Guide to Pregnancy, which I loved. I am now reading Baby Bargains and The Pregnancy Bible. I also browse randomly in the baby names book with my eyes closed and whatever page I flip to and point my finger on is the baby's name for the night. So far some of the weird ones I've gotten were Daria and Elton (no offense if your kids are named that, I just think of the MTV character and Elton John.)

Does anyone have books that will help me raise and take care of the baby? At some point in the next few months I need to move on to what to actually do once the baby gets here. I know I want to read Baby Wise (don't hate) and The Happiest Baby on the Block.

Long Weekend Fun

Helloooo Monday. I am not glad you are here. We had a very nice long weekend, just wasn't long enough. Happy first day of school with kids for my sister!

 On Wednesday night I made some things to bring up to the cabin. This was the first time I really cooked in 2 months. I had motivation and it was good once I got going. I made some baked ziti (1 alfredo and 1 regular for later).

 I also made these amazing cookies that Leah shared on her blog last week. A def. must make, they were gone within minutes.

 The wedding was very beautiful filled with pretty flowers that Stacey and I put together out of hydrangeas. I took zero photos as I was busy doing other things. I stole a few pics from fb to show you.

The beautiful bride and handsome groom.

There was a small vineyard outside (in the background) that made for some pretty photos. Congrats to the happy couple. I was so exhausted even though I barely helped clean up that on the way home from the cabin I threw up in the car (good thing David had a bag) so if you're wondering if the sickness is gone, that's a big negative. We also went to a birthday party in buckhead on Saturday night, but in between all that David was taking his class both days and I was napping with Molly.