Monday, May 19, 2008
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
Harper Lawrence Best
She's finally here!
Harper Lawrence Best arrived at 9:29am on May 5th, at 7lbs 4oz and 18 1/2 inches long. We couldn't have asked for an easier birth and so far, an easy recovery.
Some pictures...
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Come ON!
Okay, I know that my due date is still 3 days away, but I can't help but feeling that this little girl is going to come sooner. In fact, I have penciled her in for tomorrow. For those of you who have stuck with our blog, (despite the fact that I only post every few weeks), please, PLEASE cross your fingers that I get my wish! There's no real reason I'm aiming for tomorrow--just seemed like a good day to me. Plus, I'm tired. And uncomfortable.
Sorry, no pictures to post. But if you all help me get this labor going then I promise the next post will contain cute baby photos!
Sorry, no pictures to post. But if you all help me get this labor going then I promise the next post will contain cute baby photos!
Tuesday, April 8, 2008
Monday, April 7, 2008
Kansas City Shower
On Saturday, my good friends, Megan and Amanda, threw a great shower for me. It was so much fun to hang out with all the girls before this baby arrives! Some pictures...
Thursday, April 3, 2008
Oops.
So yesterday, I completely wiped out on an uneven sidewalk. I skinned up my knee and feet then landed on my side. I have become so klutzy lately, it's ridiculous! I'm running into doors, knocking things over, and dropping stuff constantly--and it's not like I'm in much of a position to bend over and pick things up.
Anyway, my doctor made me go to the birthing center and stuck me on a monitor for an hour to make sure the baby was okay. Josh and I were going to have a "date night" but we got a trial run to the hospital instead. Everything looked fine--I could even see my little Braxton Hicks contractions on the monitor. I really, really hated laying in that bed hooked up to the machine though. It convinced me even more that I want to labor as long as I can without an epidural. Not saying I won't get one eventually, but I know that I will go nuts if I have to stay in bed for hours and hours, unable to move.
We have our birthing class on Sunday and I'm hoping that I come away from it with a little more confidence. We were able to tour the birthing center with a maternity coordinator on Wednesday (and of course, got a more up-close look after my fall ;)--we really like the facility and the nurses. There are lots of amenities for moms and dads to help make everything more comfortable. I wouldn't say that I'm excited about labor, but we are really feeling ready now for baby's arrival.
Just four more weeks! I'm hoping to post some new pictures soon but I need our laptop to do it (it's currently being repaired). I'll post again soon.
Anyway, my doctor made me go to the birthing center and stuck me on a monitor for an hour to make sure the baby was okay. Josh and I were going to have a "date night" but we got a trial run to the hospital instead. Everything looked fine--I could even see my little Braxton Hicks contractions on the monitor. I really, really hated laying in that bed hooked up to the machine though. It convinced me even more that I want to labor as long as I can without an epidural. Not saying I won't get one eventually, but I know that I will go nuts if I have to stay in bed for hours and hours, unable to move.
We have our birthing class on Sunday and I'm hoping that I come away from it with a little more confidence. We were able to tour the birthing center with a maternity coordinator on Wednesday (and of course, got a more up-close look after my fall ;)--we really like the facility and the nurses. There are lots of amenities for moms and dads to help make everything more comfortable. I wouldn't say that I'm excited about labor, but we are really feeling ready now for baby's arrival.
Just four more weeks! I'm hoping to post some new pictures soon but I need our laptop to do it (it's currently being repaired). I'll post again soon.
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Walls...so close...air thinning...can't breathe
I came home from an architectural licensing exam study session to see Jeana sorting baby clothes into plastic bins to go in the drawers of the baby's dresser. Too bad we couldn't find any containers to go in the small plastic ones.
Yes, nesting time is here and Jeana is full tilt. I love it, really. She's beautiful and, yes, glowing. Jeana and the baby's health are great and as far as I can tell both are excited to meet -- on the outside. Unrolling the diaper cake has Jeana realizing this is real...and forever.
As for me I'm losing sleep with excitement. It's Christmas all over again. Kid in a candy store. Keeping a mental and emotional balance is more trying than I expected. At times I want to hug my enemies and slug my friends. This kid has a hold on me already. And no, Jeana, I'm not writing a book with this entry...
Yes, nesting time is here and Jeana is full tilt. I love it, really. She's beautiful and, yes, glowing. Jeana and the baby's health are great and as far as I can tell both are excited to meet -- on the outside. Unrolling the diaper cake has Jeana realizing this is real...and forever.
As for me I'm losing sleep with excitement. It's Christmas all over again. Kid in a candy store. Keeping a mental and emotional balance is more trying than I expected. At times I want to hug my enemies and slug my friends. This kid has a hold on me already. And no, Jeana, I'm not writing a book with this entry...
Saturday, March 15, 2008
Big 12
Okay, one quick follow-up.
My boss got two tickets to last night's Big 12 games. He decided to take Josh. I should mention that they were tickets for the Sprint suite--the BIGGEST suite in the arena. With free food. And free drinks. And did I mention it was all free??
Josh had a great time and to top it off, they ran into my Dad's Big 12 crew on the way in...not to gloat or anything (Only a few of you readers will understand the significance of that. Sorry Dad!)
You might think I'm jealous. Okay, just a little...but I was so happy Josh got to go--it meant a lot to him and to top it off, I have a pretty great boss. That's important to an emotionally unstable, frequently tired and cranky, pregnant working professional! ;)
My boss got two tickets to last night's Big 12 games. He decided to take Josh. I should mention that they were tickets for the Sprint suite--the BIGGEST suite in the arena. With free food. And free drinks. And did I mention it was all free??
Josh had a great time and to top it off, they ran into my Dad's Big 12 crew on the way in...not to gloat or anything (Only a few of you readers will understand the significance of that. Sorry Dad!)
You might think I'm jealous. Okay, just a little...but I was so happy Josh got to go--it meant a lot to him and to top it off, I have a pretty great boss. That's important to an emotionally unstable, frequently tired and cranky, pregnant working professional! ;)
Friday, March 14, 2008
Getting Bigger
So far I've failed miserably at keeping up with this blog. Blame it on a busy schedule and pregnancy brain. There are only a certain number of things I can remember at one time and that number is dwindling fast.
Last weekend Josh and I were able to make a trip to Wichita to visit family (I've included a couple of pictures, and will try to add more later). We both realized on our way back to Kansas City that that may have been our last trip there as carefree, childless adults. We are looking forward to lots of family visiting us in a couple of months though!
We had a doctor's appointment this past week and everything is going smoothly. I ended up passing my glucose test with flying colors, so no worries there. Now time seems to be slowing down, and we are just waiting, and waiting...and waiting, and I'm getting bigger, and bigger....and bigger.
On a different note...6pm tonight...GO JAYHAWKS!!!!!!!! We will be glued to our television all weekend (wishing that we were actually inside the Sprint Center, 3 blocks away *sniff*).
Last weekend Josh and I were able to make a trip to Wichita to visit family (I've included a couple of pictures, and will try to add more later). We both realized on our way back to Kansas City that that may have been our last trip there as carefree, childless adults. We are looking forward to lots of family visiting us in a couple of months though!
We had a doctor's appointment this past week and everything is going smoothly. I ended up passing my glucose test with flying colors, so no worries there. Now time seems to be slowing down, and we are just waiting, and waiting...and waiting, and I'm getting bigger, and bigger....and bigger.
On a different note...6pm tonight...GO JAYHAWKS!!!!!!!! We will be glued to our television all weekend (wishing that we were actually inside the Sprint Center, 3 blocks away *sniff*).
Thursday, February 21, 2008
The Final COUNTDOWN!
Okay, now I can't get that song out of my head. And I guess I'm not technically at the final countdown yet, but it feels that way. Ten weeks to go.
Josh and I are busy with final preparations--the fun stuff like baby insurance and daycare. I also failed my glucose test, so looks like I have to go drink some more of that "fruit punch" sugar drink and get poked at for three hours. Wish me luck! Guess I ate too many girl scout cookies during my second trimester.
We decided we'd join the blogging world to keep you all updated, so I've included some pictures of me in all my fat glory. Yes folks, I've gained 30 pounds! We're seriously excited though (and a little scared)!
On a professional note, Josh is still working hard at Slaggie Architects and I am really loving my new job at Higher M-Pact. For those of you interested, here's the website: www.highermpact.org.
Josh and I are busy with final preparations--the fun stuff like baby insurance and daycare. I also failed my glucose test, so looks like I have to go drink some more of that "fruit punch" sugar drink and get poked at for three hours. Wish me luck! Guess I ate too many girl scout cookies during my second trimester.
We decided we'd join the blogging world to keep you all updated, so I've included some pictures of me in all my fat glory. Yes folks, I've gained 30 pounds! We're seriously excited though (and a little scared)!
On a professional note, Josh is still working hard at Slaggie Architects and I am really loving my new job at Higher M-Pact. For those of you interested, here's the website: www.highermpact.org.
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