31 weeks

So, although I'm not too fond of how this picture looks, I decided it's about time to show my baby bump. I am 31 weeks along and still feeling great!

Updated belly comments......

Here are the funny, yet disturbing, things people have said to me recently:

"You're really starting to look pregnant!"
-I am 6 1/2 months along. I guess this would be a good thing!

"You look like Santa with that belly in that red sweater!"
-Ummm......I really have no comment for this one. Merry Christmas??

"You're getting really big!"
-Thanks. I haven't noticed! =)

"Your boobs are HUGE!"
-I plan on breastfeeding my baby after he's born. So, my boobs must be up for the challenge!

"You're going to have a small baby."
-A woman in HEB told me this after finding out I was already 6 1/2 months along. She felt my tummy should be larger at this point. She must be an expert in pregnant bellies or something!

It's so funny what people will say, and how different their views can be! One day, my stomach is huge, and the next day my stomach is so small! I wonder who's right? I think my tummy is the perfect size for me and baby Christian! At least, that's what I keep telling myself! :)

28 weeks and counting....

Today, marks the beginning of my 3rd trimester! Holy cow! It won't be long now until I'm holding my baby in my arms! I'm so excited! As of now, I am feeling the best I have my entire pregnancy. The nausea, fatigue and contractions are all behind me, and I'm not big enough yet to be feeling very uncomfortable. So, for the first time, I'm enjoying being pregnant. Although, I can hardly wait until Christian's arrival! 12 more weeks to go!

Here are Christian's stats for the week:

Length: 15.25-15.75 inches from head to toe
Weight: 2.25-2.5lbs.
Size: a pair of sneakers
Month: 7

He's getting so big! I can tell he has been going through a major growth spurt! I feel him moving around and playing all the time, and I have even started feeling him have hiccups! It's really cute!

I know that I need to post some pics of my belly. I have just been avoiding it! I took some back when I was 20 weeks along and I hated how they turned out. I just looked fat. At least now I actually look pregnant, so I will break down and take some pics. Stay tuned...... :)

Casting Crown's Christmas Concert

So, my sister, Stefanie, and my brother-in-law, Greg, were nice enough to purchase tickets for Giff & I to the Casting Crown's Christmas Concert! It's tonight at the Berry Center in Cypress and I think it's the perfect way to kick off the Christmas season! Stef, Greg, my Mom, Giff & I will all be going and we are definitely looking forward to it! Thanks again Stef and Greg for the tickets!

I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving yesterday! I know I enjoyed the time with my family. And, after all of the feasting yesterday with both families, the whole gang went to see the movie Four Christmases, and it was really cute! I love Reese Witherspoon! Go see it! =)

I need to vent.....

Is it really necessary to tell a 6 month pregnant woman that her butt is getting bigger? I mean come on! I am already self conscience enough about my ever changing pregnant body....do we really need to add to it, much less point out the obvious? This person is supposed to be my friend AND she has had a baby before! So, she knows what it's like! I am seriously on the verge of tears. I wish I was not so sensitive, but I just can't help it. 3 more months- and I can start getting my old body back.

Dear Lord,

I need your strength today. Strength to rise above the occasion and see the positive. I am having a baby, and I know I am blessed. Help me to remember my expanding body is making room for my baby to grow big and strong. Help me embrace these changes. Help me to let go of things I cannot change and I have no control over. Help me to forgive. Thank you for your unconditional love and mercy. In Jesus name, Amen.

Okay....I'm feeling a little better.

My Baby Prep "Bucket List"

I saw this on the Graco blog this morning and thought "what a great idea!"

1. Find a new place to live that actually has room for baby.

2. Buy baby bedding at Pottery Barn.

3. Get glider/rocker re-upholstered- My sis was babysitting this past Saturday for a family that was having a garage sale and they were selling a glider/rocker that they no longer use. So, Stef called me to see if I wanted it. For $75, I'll take it! It's in great condition, but the fabric is white and that scares me with a new baby. So, I'm going to get it re-upholstered in brown fabric to match Christian's bedding.

4. Keep paying on the baby furniture and pay it off in January.

5. Pick up baby furniture.

6. Take birthing classes- my classes start at the very beginning of January. Can't wait!

7. Buy accessories for baby's room- lamp, wall mounted letters, model cars, wall art, etc...

8. Find a pediatrician.

9. Take maternity pictures.

10. Plan a weekend get-away with hubby for some relaxation.

11. Prepare our dog, Hitch, for the arrival of baby. (I'm still not quite sure how we are going to accomplish this?!)

12. Move.

13. Prepare nursery ASAP so it's ready when Christian decides to make his entrance!

14. Organize our new place and hopefully feel somewhat settled in before baby.

Whew! That's a lot, but it's do-able! I will probably keep adding to this list as things come up that I haven't thought of yet. 3 1/2 months to go! Time is flying!

Since I mentioned the baby bedding in my list above, I thought I would share a picture of what it looks like...

I just love it! Simple, classic, clean and modern. The furniture we picked out is dark like in this picture, so I think Christian's room will turn out so cute!

Let the decorating begin!

I LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE Christmas! I love everything about it! The excitement, the cheer, the decorations, the music, the smells, the food, the cooler weather (hopefully), the shopping and just the overall joy this time of year brings. I think with all that has been going on this past year, everyone needs a little hope and good cheer. I know I do! Things are tough and not looking to turn around anytime soon, so I welcome this season with open arms! I can't wait to start decorating my own place and filling it with the warmth of the holidays! =)