Start your sewing machines...

Project Runway is back!

Even though I've never sewn more than a lone button on a sweater (and that's pushing it!) I've always loved Project Runway~ and it's finally back on TV!

I was a little worried since it's on a new network but never fear- Heidi and Tim are as 'Ferosh!' as ever! Let the dramazzzz unfold!

And maybe I'll learn more about sewing than how to prick myself in the thumb over and over...

29 Weeks, 2 days and counting...

Today I am 29 weeks, 2 days and counting...Lil P is measuring the size of a butternut squash! I have three words that come to mind right now: HOLY HEARTBURN BATMAN! Now I know why Tums and Zantac make up 2 of the major food groups for Preggo women. I don't know where I would be without them...or Pillsbury products for that matter, but you all know my obsession with the chubby lil white guy!

I had my 29 week appointment yesterday and according to the Doc, 'I look great!' Too bad I don't feel great- but it was very kind of her to say so. I think she took one look at my cat eyes and thought- 'Hmmm...this girl needs some positive reinforcement to get through the next 11 weeks!'

Well it worked. I left her office feeling like, well, not as plump. Now if only I could get her on the phone every morning while I'm trying to get dressed for work, sweating like a tri-athlete just to work my way into a pair of maternity pants...

So my goals for this week are to increase my prenatal vitamin to hopefully get some relief from these nasty leg cramps, talk Andy into foot massages every night and keep on truckin! If you've made it this far, sorry for the rant. I really do feel blessed every day that things are going as they should.

Here's my 29 week bump:


See you next week!

Think pink!

I was able to complete another wall in the nursery today.

Okay, who are we kidding- I can't hang anything to save my life but I did talk Andy into breaking out the power drill so we (and by 'we' I mean 'he') could hang up the hook I got for Lil P's room.

I got the chocolate brown 'R' online at Restoration Hardware Baby, the pink hanger from Target (love those dollar bins!) and the tutu on sale at Claire's. I really like how it turned out! Next week we get the carpets cleaned and then I think we'll be all set!

Perks...

There are definitely perks to having a 'Master Carpenter' in the family. For one, your very own custom-made furniture!

After scouring for weeks to find a small end table to go beside our sofa, I realized there was no way I was going to pay over $100 for something that I just wanted to set one glass on! So of course, Scotty had a brilliant idea to create a shelf for the side of the sofa. Worked perfectly~ as always!

Thanks Scotty!

28 Weeks, 2 days and counting...

Today I am 28 weeks, 2 days and counting! Lil P is measuring the size of a Chinese cabbage:

This is the week I have felt that I need to have my 'game-face' on... according to the baby books, kicks should be monitored after every meal and at night. Which is a great idea in theory, but for a girl who already worries about everything, it's hard to do and not freak out the second I don't feel a kick (like a pregnant woman has room for one more worry). But I know to relax, have faith- I've gotten this far and as long as I'm feeling her move throughout the day, I'll be okay.

My next Dr. appt. is Monday and I'm sure I'll be going every 2 weeks after that. I've completely given up on sleeping through the night, or even being somewhat comfortable lying down. Still trying to get in my daily walks and haven't really had much for cravings except all things SWEET. Go figure.

Here is my 28 week belly shot:

Until next week!

Nursery: sneak peek

Here are some pics of the nursery, almost complete! Just a couple last minute touches and we'll be ready for Lil P!

Thanks to Scotty who once again showed off his excellent talents and put up the shelves and curtain rod while Andy was busy putting the crib together. I'm so happy with the results of the painting too!

Giggles and squeals and laughs...oh my!

This past weekend my parents brought my nieces and nephew down for a quick visit before school starts. We had a great time shopping, eating out, swimming at the pool and playing around the house. Their stay went by too fast but I sure was (a good) exhausted when they left!

Enjoy the pics~

Demonstrating the art of "tongue touching your nose"
My buddy, Tyler-Byler:



My co-chef's in the kitchen- we made a delicious monkey bread!

I'm so glad we've made it an annual tradition for the kiddies to come visit before school starts- never a dull moment when they're around! :)

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This is a pic from the crazy storm that rolled in Sunday night... at least we didn't suffer any power outages or storm damage.

Hope everyone had a good weekend!