Crazy Week

Last week went by in a blur. Things were going as normal until Wednesday. We had plans for
Steve's birthday party that quickly got changed when my doctor's appointment for Sophie didn't go as planned. Poor Steve ended up having to go buy his own cupcakes and making our dinner.

My blood pressure was high at the doctor and I had massive weight gain from swelling. The doctor and nurse were far from pleased. Once they got done with writing all of my tests up I had to go across the street to the lab and get the stuff I needed to do the 24 hour urine test. Fun times! I immediately proceeded to flip out and worry about everything. I did some research and my freak out got worse. Then I talked with Angie and started to feel MUCH better. I knew if she wasn't worried, and thought my doctor was doing the right stuff, then Sophie and I were okay. I worked late Thursday and Friday to make sure I can get everything done, just in case I go out of work earlier than planned.

Friday morning Sydney had her follow up ear check with the specialist. This pretty much was us just paying $55 to torture our child. There was no change from when we were at the pediatrician a month before. The office is not child friendly and the doctor has 5 patients at one time. Then after the wait and no news we had to go do a pressure test that hacked Sydney off even more. Then more waiting to confirm there was no change. Sydney was even climbing into her stroller and saying "buckle up" it was really sad.

Yesterday was a much needed change from the week. There was no working, no doctors, and no tests. Steve smoked some ribs, I made some sides, and we had a friend over for dinner. Sydney was super shy around him, but she enjoyed her BBQ dinner. :)

This morning I woke up to a blow out from Sydney, the start of my urine test, and then Sydney's ear tube came out the rest of the way. This was all before 10am. Things have obviously improved from there but I think we are all looking forward to bed tonight. Fingers crossed for a calmer week!

Happy Father's Day!

Steve is getting a big week in the blog. Today is Father's Day and I was even able to get Sydney to tell him "Happy Father's Day" when he came downstairs.

For his Father's day weekend Steve smoked us some amazing ribs, fixed Sophie's crib, helped me wash up Sophie's clothes, took Sydney shopping, worked with Sydney on her letters and is going to do the weekly grocery shopping. We are super lucky to have such a great husband and father in our family!

Hopefully, next year since I won't be 7+ months pregnant we will get to do something nice for him to show our appreciation!! Love you Steve :)

Happy Birthday Steve!

Today is Steve's birthday.  If you would have asked him 5 years ago, what he would be doing today, I can tell you his answer would have been VERY different than if you asked him today.  Both of our lives have changed so much since we got together, and even more so, since we had Sydney.  So for today, he woke up and went to the gym before work, he ordered a gift for Sydney and requested nothing for himself.  His birthday dinner selection was to grill us hot dogs and hamburgers because Sydney loves them, and that takes the cooking burden off of me.  We are also doing cupcakes because Sydney keeps requesting birthday cake and Happy Birthday parties.  :) Nothing brings us joy like making our little munchkins happy.  We love doing that with Sydney, and can't wait for Sophie to be here.

I am a very lucky woman to have such a wonderful husband who loves our kids as much as I do.  He is an amazing man and nothing melts my heart like seeing him talking to our girls, and especially praying with them.  I love you Steve and hope you have a wonderful day! :)

Nesty McNestalot

Steve is now calling me Nesty McNestalot. Sydney and I were able to get the swing together on Sunday after a serious struggle!


Then last night I made a list of everything that had to be done. We moved onto adjusting the crib and sterilizing all of the bottles, pacifiers, and breast pump parts.





I had no idea how much space this would take up! Everything is now put away and ready for baby Sophie. The crib did not go so well, but Steve is working on it. He has to get another screw since the one we had was stripped.

I am really dizzy and having some cramping. Luckily my work has told me to start working from home one day a week until I deliver. I am working at home from the couch today and go to see the doctor tomorrow. I am hoping to have everything ready for Sophie this week!!

No plan Saturday

Today is the first day in a very long time no one in our family had a planned activity for the day. It has been wonderful!

Steve was able to go to the gym. Sydney was able to play outside. I was able to get a pedicure. I am finally at the point in my pregnancy that I do not have to feel guilt about getting pedicures. Since I can no longer reach my toes, it is totally worth the money. :)

We all even got a nap today. Dinner didn't get started until after 5 but it has been totally worth the relaxing day. I am hopeful that tomorrow we will be able to assemble Sophie's swing and get ready for another week.

One Proud Momma

Last night after prayers at dinner, Sydney folded her hands and said "Dear God, the food is yummy.  Amen." This was her first prayer totally solo around us.  I say around us, because she is very picky about when and where she does things.  For example she wouldn't sing in front of us until she knew all of the words and one day just started belting out entire songs on her own. Either way, I think this was my proudest mommy moment so far.  Nothing like prayers from a toddler to turn your day around!

Back to Reality

Today is Monday and we were thrown back into reality. I am not sure who was kicking and screaming more, me or Sydney, but let's just say it was not welcomed with open arms. We were spoiled with getting Nana's help for the last week.

Sydney ended up having a great day at Miss Patty's today. As she was leaving she gave her friend Madison hugs and told her she "lobed" her. I think the way she says love is my favorite thing she says.

I am having more issues walking, but luckily Steve grilled extra dinner last night so I only had to make up some sides. Yay for easy dinners!!

We are all together safely and made it through today, so I am one happy momma!