Home Sweet Home

We recently had our home painted. I could never stand the outside "greenish-slime" color the previous owners had chose. I always had plans to paint the outside eventually.Originally I thought, "heck, we can do this ourselves with a some hardwork and guidance." Man am I glad we hired professionals. With Dan being busy with work (and not so handy :) and myself being 6 or so months pregnant- professionals painting our house was SUCH a luxury. 

Before- Painters had already removed shutters and done some prep work.

 After- 3 days later

Sorry, patio furniture was still on the lawn.

Exterior: Briarwood- BENJAMIN MOORE

Trim: Dover White- SHERWIN WILLIAMS

Shutters/front door: Obsidian Stone- BEHR

Getting ready for Baby Boy's Debut

My Mom and sister-in-law threw me a absolutely gorgeous baby shower. I am so truly thankful for all the time, effort, and thought that went into this day. It was wonderful.

Dan had a "Diaper Party." I had gotten the idea from a girlfriend at work and didn't think he would be into it- but he totally was! I guess it gave him an excuse to invite the guys over. I even left the house and gave him free reign and spent the evening hanging with my parents.

Dining room all set for the "Diaper Party" aka. Poker with diapers.

Thanks for all the diapers guys!!

Odds and Ends::: Getting Ready

 His new pack n play/bassinet

I originally thought he would just sleep in his bedroom in the crib from the beginning. But recently, with the No-Sleep strike my body is on I have re-evaluated my options. Especially since I am planning on breastfeeding I would much rather have him close. 

Pretty psyched to have purchased a boppy. :)

The ONLY thing I absolutely- positively- truly- WANTED! A running stroller. Thank you so much to Dan's parents and brother for purchasing this combo for us.

True Michigan Fan

Thanks DAD!!! :) Can't wait to put these suckers on him! 

Just about ready now---COME ONE BABY BOY!

Time flies when your having fun!

How far along? as of today 36 weeks! One more week until I am full term! YIKES!!

Total weight gain: I kinda quit stepping on the scale- I think at my last Dr's appt it was 30-35 pounds.
Maternity clothes? Just maternity bottoms---still rocking my normal shirts (getting very snug!) along with a few maternity tops.
Stretch marks? none! :)
Sleep: Yes, but not sleeping well at all. So uncomfortable, unable to lie on my back without suffocating lol...no really, unable to get comfortable on my sides. I pee 4-5 times a night (and that's a good night for me.) 
Best moment this week: Knowing I am ALMOST done!! Really wish my little man would come slightly early for me.
Miss Anything? Feeling comfortable, eating and enjoying food, no acid reflux, sleeeeeeeeeep!!
Movement: constant- his little feet are constantly getting lodged up into my ribs on the right side. HURTS!!
Food cravings: Sweets :)
Anything making you queasy or sick: Nothing
Gender: BOY
Labor Signs: Braxton hicks
Symptoms: holy back pain :( :( acid reflux (tums are my best friend), braxton hicks, always going to the bathroom...the list goes on...
Belly Button in or out? in
Wedding rings on or off? on
Happy or Moody most of the time: Honestly---tired, moody, anxious, nervous, excited
Looking forward to: Having him soon!!