Eager to meet the baby!

Though I'm tired and have many unfinished projects around the house, I am ready and eager to meet this little one that remains so active! It occurred to me that I'll still be tired with things left undone next week and the week after, so why wait? So, I'm ready when you are baby!

These shots are from yesterday after my insanely hot Indian food dinner. I had Lamb Vindaloo at Phall spice level (=extra extra hot). I laughed, I cried, I perspired, and had a runny nose. This one didn't have as extreme a reaction as Guinny.

Cheer us on and wish us luck - I'm hoping "Eggert" comes before the doctor needs/wants to induce!

In this second pic you can kind of see my belly button area. Ha-Ha yep, it's off center incase you couldn't tell

Work Baby Shower

Wednesday 6/20: The pics below were taken at work during my co-ed baby shower. I'm lucky - I really do work with a great bunch! The unofficial party planning committee whipped up lemon pudding pie, lemon cupcakes with lemon frosting, lemon squares, chocolate cake, brownies, chocolate chip cookies, a variety of ice creams, plus a ice tea/lemonade punch. Oh yeah, some nut mix and fresh cherries to offset the sugars. I'm sure I missed a few things but you get the idea. There were leftovers galore! I got to take lots of goodies home to share with Rick and Guin. They also enjoyed the smorgasbord!

Not only was there a few things to open for me/the baby, but they also thought about Guin. She received a big sister present of 2 books and bubbles, which she was very excited about. The main gift for our family was giftcards that many went in on. Even without receiving gifts and a party, the office has been great with all things baby! I've received support and congratulations from many. :)

I know, I've been bad about taking pics and sharing. But here we go - finally a few more belly pics...

Week 38

This past Tuesday I had a routine check-up. My dr said I'm now 2 cm dilated and remain 50 % effaced. We got to hear the heart beat after my tummy (outside) was measured. Oh yeah, by 'we' I mean me, my mom, and Guinny! When the dr prepped my belly with gel (for the Doppler - sound magnifier), I told G she needed to be quite so we could all hear the baby's heartbeat. With a giant smile and two little fists she exclaimed I'm so excited! That made the dr laugh.

We (the baby and I) are still doing well... and growing. The dr let me know if I change my mind and want to be induced, she would be ok with that after I reach 39 weeks. I don't feel the slightest bit wavering in this area. Guinny came on her own 3 days late, and I am prepared to wait for this one too. Although, I do feel that baby is going to break the trend (Rick, me, and Guin were all late) and be early.