Spring is here! Full moon and 40 degrees is music to my ears. I am so excited to get the bare walking surfaces put to use. Right now it's a skating rink outside my back door, but once that ice melts it's game on. Love the sound of the birds chirping. Just hope next week's 20 degree chill will be temporary.
The countdown has hit hard and now that I know we will still be in this house for another year I am resigned to bring this new baby into this environment. I am finally functional with Adam getting out the door, being occupied at events and appointments. I do not know how I'm going to juggle a baby and keeping him occupied too. He is so good when I pay attention to his needs, wants and play time. Now that he's going to have to fend for himself for many things, I can see there will be some turmoil in the future. He is used to being center of the universe and that just will not be the case.
I'm excited at the prospect of my sister coming to help out after the baby is born. I hope all the stars align to make that happen. I think she'd have a blast playing with Adam on the beach during the summer. We'll figure out the details if all works out for a visit.
Looks to be a very busy summer! Trying to keep business going and the deadline of the baby will be a whole different world. At least I know I won't be packing and moving before or right after the baby is born. He'll be a few months old before we even think about that. Baby names have been keeping me up at night. What will his name be? We are in less agreement than the first time around right now. Who knows until we see his face. Time for Adam to get up. The day begins...
Thursday, March 28, 2013
Thursday, March 21, 2013
Ah Yes More Snow
I had to move snow to get the snow bank cut down to get out the vehicle today. Not happy about more snow. I know there is still more snow in my future, but I am not happy about it. Glad there are other positive occurrences today.
Adam sang the ABC song twice today without a book to guide him. He likes to sing it when he gets his diaper changed now and likes to hear it sang to him when going to bed. Hah. Funny. He can count 1-10, but he read the numbers the last 2 days as well. He likes to count his peas especially. He is loving his new vocabulary and is flexing his reading skills everywhere he goes. I love him reading signs as we drive by them. Fun.
We also set a date for the delivery of our baby boy. Now we are trying to narrow down names and we are further apart on names this time than the first time around. We can only agree on 2 names. Those might be the choices when the time comes. Only 70 days to go! Everyday is so fast now. Lots of nesting going on. Excited to see it come together.
Loving the sunshine and hoping for more tomorrow as it will be a busy day. Loving shopping for pregnancy and nursing Spring clothes. Hoping to get to enjoy them sooner than later. The month came in like a Lion, it is supposed to go out like a lamb. That lamb better show up in the next week or so or it's going to be Easter dinner! Cannot believe that Easter is next weekend!!! Unreal. Have not even planned anything. No Easter candy this year. No dying eggs. I simply do not have the energy for it and Adam will not have the memory of it anyway. Maybe next year it will work out. I am sure it will.
Lizzy and Adam got to "play" together today. They really just ran around and screamed or cried when the other got too close or took the toy they were interested in. We will keep practicing. They'll get the hang of it in the next few months. It is great to see them of the same age get together. We'll see her tomorrow too. Yay.
Adam sang the ABC song twice today without a book to guide him. He likes to sing it when he gets his diaper changed now and likes to hear it sang to him when going to bed. Hah. Funny. He can count 1-10, but he read the numbers the last 2 days as well. He likes to count his peas especially. He is loving his new vocabulary and is flexing his reading skills everywhere he goes. I love him reading signs as we drive by them. Fun.
We also set a date for the delivery of our baby boy. Now we are trying to narrow down names and we are further apart on names this time than the first time around. We can only agree on 2 names. Those might be the choices when the time comes. Only 70 days to go! Everyday is so fast now. Lots of nesting going on. Excited to see it come together.
Loving the sunshine and hoping for more tomorrow as it will be a busy day. Loving shopping for pregnancy and nursing Spring clothes. Hoping to get to enjoy them sooner than later. The month came in like a Lion, it is supposed to go out like a lamb. That lamb better show up in the next week or so or it's going to be Easter dinner! Cannot believe that Easter is next weekend!!! Unreal. Have not even planned anything. No Easter candy this year. No dying eggs. I simply do not have the energy for it and Adam will not have the memory of it anyway. Maybe next year it will work out. I am sure it will.
Lizzy and Adam got to "play" together today. They really just ran around and screamed or cried when the other got too close or took the toy they were interested in. We will keep practicing. They'll get the hang of it in the next few months. It is great to see them of the same age get together. We'll see her tomorrow too. Yay.
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| Spring Dreaming!! |
Sunday, March 17, 2013
Adam Fun
SO ready for Spring. More snow in the forecast for tomorrow (sad face). I want to drive and walk without the ice and snow. I want to see Adam run around the yard and get dirty, tired and his fill of sun. I need some sun myself. Meeting with the contractor for our house plans tomorrow. Fingers crossed. Excited for my doctor's appointment this week. Hoping to set a delivery date. Ok, time to brush and floss and read to Adam to get him to bed. Ah, what a guy. He loves his tractors, traveling and chocolate custard kisses.
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
And We Have A Counter
Yesterday he completed the alpha bet all the way through correctly! Today, while eating dinner, he started counting his peas on his own. He counted to ten before I realized what he was doing! Amazing! I cannot believe he can count to ten as we have not really been working on that. Just counting fingers and toes sometimes. How funny what these kids pick up on and so quickly.
What a snowy day!!! Ugh. Last year a week from now we had 84 degrees! Then 76 and 40 degrees, but warm. That is not happening this year I think. Bummer. At least we're not getting 90 this week like Tucson :)
What a snowy day!!! Ugh. Last year a week from now we had 84 degrees! Then 76 and 40 degrees, but warm. That is not happening this year I think. Bummer. At least we're not getting 90 this week like Tucson :)
Friday, March 8, 2013
Fine Day
Such a fine day! The sun is shining, it is 38 degrees out and I got 90% of my errands done while Adam was sleeping in the vehicle. Sweet. I just need to have enough energy to tackle taxes tonight and Sunday I can clean to my heart's content. Fantastic. What a difference sleep can make. I hope the next couple of days melt the ice shelf that was formed by the snow plow's cut back of the snow banks. That is quite a drop when in the vehicle.
I can hear the kids playing outside like it's Springtime already! Adam is still asleep and I can get some laundry and dinner started right now. Happy day.
I can hear the kids playing outside like it's Springtime already! Adam is still asleep and I can get some laundry and dinner started right now. Happy day.
Thursday, March 7, 2013
Proof of Heaven
Proof of Heaven was suppose to be a book I read before bed that changes my perspective and gives me food for thought. I have had such a hard time getting through this, it turns out to be the perfect sleeping aid. I cannot make it more than 10 minutes before my eyes are so heavy I have to go to sleep. It will take me a long time to finish this book. Not a quick read by any means. I am not getting any insights from it yet either. I am hoping towards the end of the book something will spark in me from its message.
Adam is reading the alpha bet more every day. He's up to knowing: B, E, I, J, K, M, O, P, Q, R, S, T, U, W, X, Y. Loving that he wants to read "AB's" all the time. I sing the ABCs to him before taking a nap and now he knows he's going to "rock" and hear "AB's." He has gone back to throwing things. As long as they can't cause too much damage I let him play, but I have had to take away blocks, cars and Weebles as those all can do some real damage to the house and myself if he hits me. Happily, no lack eye or broken nose on me yet. Happy he asks for help now more and more. It saves the frustration outbursts that could ensue if he cannot get what he wants done.
Planning is at a snails' pace for building a home. We are not on track as to where I wanted to be, but it is what it is and I am trying to go with the flow rather than stressing over it. I just want to find out from the bank if we can work this out and move forward. I dream of a new home for next fall. Nothing better than that. I know living minimalist and not wanting more makes life easier, but I want laundry on the first floor so badly I can taste it. Ah, we'll see.
Acupuncture saves me again. My muscle spasms have been terrible coming up on the third trimester. When I left my appointment I can point my toes without getting muscle spasms in my calves. I'm even getting spasms in my triceps. I'm going to enjoy some cardamom tea to help with muscle relaxation. Not too much. I do not want the muscles to relax enough to let the baby start coming. I know the baby will be here soon and all of my symptoms will go away with a whole new set of them. Oh the sleep of it all, it's my nap time for sure. It is another good day for a nap as the snow is still falling outside with 20 degrees. I fell on my knee due to the ice outside the house today on the way back from my appointment. Not really anxious to run back out there and walk on let alone drive on the black ice. Oh, Spring dreaming. Not excited for time change this weekend. Am excited for the Home Builder's Show in Marquette though. I think we'll go on Saturday for a day trip.
Adam is reading the alpha bet more every day. He's up to knowing: B, E, I, J, K, M, O, P, Q, R, S, T, U, W, X, Y. Loving that he wants to read "AB's" all the time. I sing the ABCs to him before taking a nap and now he knows he's going to "rock" and hear "AB's." He has gone back to throwing things. As long as they can't cause too much damage I let him play, but I have had to take away blocks, cars and Weebles as those all can do some real damage to the house and myself if he hits me. Happily, no lack eye or broken nose on me yet. Happy he asks for help now more and more. It saves the frustration outbursts that could ensue if he cannot get what he wants done.
Planning is at a snails' pace for building a home. We are not on track as to where I wanted to be, but it is what it is and I am trying to go with the flow rather than stressing over it. I just want to find out from the bank if we can work this out and move forward. I dream of a new home for next fall. Nothing better than that. I know living minimalist and not wanting more makes life easier, but I want laundry on the first floor so badly I can taste it. Ah, we'll see.
Acupuncture saves me again. My muscle spasms have been terrible coming up on the third trimester. When I left my appointment I can point my toes without getting muscle spasms in my calves. I'm even getting spasms in my triceps. I'm going to enjoy some cardamom tea to help with muscle relaxation. Not too much. I do not want the muscles to relax enough to let the baby start coming. I know the baby will be here soon and all of my symptoms will go away with a whole new set of them. Oh the sleep of it all, it's my nap time for sure. It is another good day for a nap as the snow is still falling outside with 20 degrees. I fell on my knee due to the ice outside the house today on the way back from my appointment. Not really anxious to run back out there and walk on let alone drive on the black ice. Oh, Spring dreaming. Not excited for time change this weekend. Am excited for the Home Builder's Show in Marquette though. I think we'll go on Saturday for a day trip.
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