All things baby!

I have been the worst mother! Here I am 6 weeks from having our little girl and I haven't blogged hardly anything about it. I guess having a nearly 2 year old has kept my mind a little occupied.

I figured I'd better take a minute to document a few things before she's out and about and I really have a lot on my plate.

Matt and I started talking about having another kid in June, and lo and behold, we found out we were pregnant in July. I knew from the beginning that we were having a girl. I'm not sure what it was, but something made me think "girl" from the beginning.

This pregnancy has been very different from when I had Cam. With Cam I was sick forever (at least it felt like it). With this pregnancy no sickness at all. With Cam I craved grease and McDonald's was my best friend (don't judge...cheeseburgers were the only thing that calmed my stomach.) With this one, I have craved fruit and vegetables. So strange! I have also craved red wine. Like seriously...could drink a whole bottle kind of crave! Don't worry I stick with the fruits and veggies and away from the wine:). The only thing that has been the same, unfortunately, is the acid reflux. It would get so bad with both of my pregnancies that I had to get on some meds. It was eating my throat raw! With the help of a little pill, everything is much better.Besides my stomach getting bigger and the reflux, this pregnancy has been a breeze so far. Time has flown by way too fast!

Cam is taking pretty well to the upcoming change. He points to my stomach and says "sissy." He also wants to burp her, which ends up with him hitting my stomach and making the burp sound himself. It's pretty cute! I asked him what we needed for his sissy and he said a lamby and blankie so she can sleep (that's what he sleeps with). I know it will be hard for him to share with mommy and daddy with his sister, but I am praying for a smooth adjustment.

The nursery is almost complete. A huge thanks to Matt's mom for helping with the fabric choices and Emily and her mom for doing all the sewing. Matt and I had a vision and they definitely made it happen. My mom has also been a huge help, also. She got us a new crib and the dresser. I will post pictures soon.

As for a name...

We wanted to name her Harper Ellen (Ellen was my Grandma's name). That was the name we had picked out if Cam was a girl and we wanted to use it for this little one. Now, however, I keep changing my mind. Harper is so popular right now, I'm scared it will be the new Jessica or Kelly. There may be 3 Harpers in her class one day. As a teacher these are things I think about. Oh well, I guess we will see if we find something we like just as much before we have to sign the birth certificate.

Here are a few pics from our 15 week ultrasound. I have some from our 30 week one but her head was already so far down we didn't get a good view of her face. Hopefully, she looks a little more like a baby and less alien-like by now:)

A Big Help...

One day he might actually learn to fold laundry!

When it rains, it pours, then it snows, then it ices.

I am usually an upbeat blogger. I'm not all about retelling all the woes and worries of the week, but the past two weeks have been so usually crazy I had to share. Looking back, it is really laughable.

It started last Tuesday (my first day back to work after Christmas break). I get a call from our nanny, Emily, who thinks Cam has pink eye. What? He was just fine 2 hours ago. What happened? So, I took him to the doctor and got the drops. I wash everything from his bedding to my hands (about a billion times).

I wake up Thursday morning with the same gunky mess. I had to stay home from school and go to the doctor for me (I did have a big talk with Cam about not having to share everything with his mom).

On Friday I had my glucose test, which is nasty in itself. Yuck!

On Saturday, Cam develops a rash on his face, tummy, and tops of his legs. No fever and not feeling bad, so the doctor said not to worry, it must be an allergic reaction to something.

Not the best picture, but you can see the rash.

On Sunday, the fever starts, so it's back to the doctor. They have no idea what it is, but gave us a steroid and said to watch it. That night it starts snowing.

So pretty!

On Monday, I start getting the worst acid reflux known to man. Every time I moved acid creeped up my throat. Tums were no match for it. I could barely speak. After a few days I had to call the doctor. They put me on something, but with all the snow turning into ice, we could not go get it. My really sweet neighbor made a trip for me, which was wonderful!

After the acid was under control, I started throwing up. That's right! I caught some virus. Let me tell you, throwing up when you're almost 8 months pregnant makes you miss your stomach muscles, big time!

On Wednesday, I was finally keeping food down again, but was feeling really bad. I went back to the doctor and ended up with a double ear infection, an upper respiratory infection, and PINK EYE AGAIN!

I am so glad we started an FSA this year. I think with the copays and prescriptions of the past 2 weeks, we will not have to worry about losing money. Hopefully the funk has left our house and will not be back anytime soon!

Matt hates these PJ's, but they make me smile (and it's my blog).

2 of a kind

Here is Daddy teaching Cam that making Play Dough come out of your eyes and mouth is much more fun than building things. I am so proud:)

The Big 6-0

Nana turned 60 on Saturday and we decided to surprise her with dinner, presents, and cake Friday night. Imagine her surprise when she came for her weekly babysitting job (I know, we are very lucky!) and we all take her out to Mexican instead. I think she enjoyed her meal, the margaritas, and the company:). I think she was even more surprised that we remembered her birthday at all, to be honest.

I think Cash is pretty smart. He is always beside the birthday girl. I think he knows who is in charge of the cake.

There he is again. For some reason, I didn't get any pictures without Cash.

Thank you Nana for all that you do for us. We wish you a very Happy Birthday and many more!

It's Potty Time!

Cam has been sitting on his potty every time I potty for about 3 weeks now. He loves to go through all the motions, including wiping:). I guess it's time Daddy started taking him so he gets a male potty perspective.

Today I actually took off his clothes and let him really try to potty, and guess what? He did it! He was so proud of himself. I couldn't tell if he was more excited about actually peeing or the treat he got. I wish one skittle made he that happy!

Happy New Year!

We have spent New Year's Eve with Kevin and Laura for the past 3 years. It has become a wonderful tradition. The kids have a blast playing and the adults get time to hang out, watch bowl games, and catch up. I am so glad we were there this year since Georgia did so awful. Matt can't throw things at someone else's TV:). We all had a good time in spite of the loss and look forward to all 2011 has in store.

Ringing in the new year...at 7:45!

Sweet Mia and Austin

New Year's day was spent eating the traditional foods (turnip greens, black eyed peas, etc.) with Mark, Nickole, and the boys. I didn't get any pictures, but you can imagine full bellies and big smiles.