I actually didn't think I would make it this far. I have an ob appointment this morning and we'll see how things are progressing along there. Tuesday was very uncomfortable with lots of contractions but then since then everything has been VERY quiet. Baby Tres still seems to be a mover and shaker and likes to do gymnastics in the evening. Makes it look like I have Alien in my belly and not a human baby.
Josh, Mira and I are getting lots of time to play and read since I am not really getting out much, the weather has been hot and I've been told not to do the work in the basement that I would like to. The to do lists are mostly done and now I am looking for fun ways for us to occupy ourselves. We've been trying to make it to the pool every day. They both love to swim. In fact, Jason and I were pushing Mira between us the other day and she was kind of going under water a bit on the way and she just kept asking for more. Joshua loves to jump in off the side now and swims either on his own or with the tube floaty.
I think a walk may be out for us this morning since it is rainy but maybe we'll replace it with a walk around the mall near the OB.
Thursday, August 06, 2009
Wednesday, August 05, 2009
Copy Cat
In preparation for Baby Tres' arrival we got out our large exercise ball and it was in the living room this morning when the kids came downstairs. Before I could stop him Joshua jumped on, bounced a couple of times and bounced off into a pokey toy hurting himself. Upon falling off he cried out and cried in pain. He was snuggling with me on the couch when Mira walked up to the ball, started bouncing her hands and body on it and the dramatically fell over with 'Owie, Owie, Ow.' What a drama queen.
Monday, August 03, 2009
Stuff and Nonsense
Joshua, Mira and I ran errands this morning and lo and behold I am sure my blood pressure is normal! They both did great and we are finishing up with lunch now. Then on to stories and naps. They are both probably loving mommy pregnant time right now since they are enjoying ice cream with lunch :-)
Joshua is recovering from a bout of asthma induced coughing. He was really bad last week to the point where I was amazed he had time to eat food between coughs. We started him on the nebulizer, took him to the dr and then treated him twice a day with his albuterol. He is doing a lot better and the coughing is only sporadic at this point. Joshua's behavior has improved with our parenting regroup from a couple of weeks ago now. We spend time playing one on one with him for 15 min intervals throughout the day (we try for 4) and also get him outside to exercise at least 2 30 min at a time. It seems to be working. The play time seems to be like an investment and the outside time is just necessary so that we don't pull our hair out when he starts getting hyper.
Mira is a bit of a terror right now with climbing EVERYWHERE and hanging off of things. It is hard to make even our safe places safe for her. She has added 'snack' to her list of words. It is African sounding: A nasally 'na' followed by her clicking her tongue.
I have only 16 more days left. I would be surprised to make it two more weeks but weirder things have happened. The baby is moving like crazy and has dropped pretty low. A lot of people are guessing boy so I guess we need to think about a boy name again. I got a couple of books from the library. Before Joshua & Mira I had contractions that built up and tapered off in the days before delivery. So, I guess I will look for that sign again. Everything for the baby is pretty much done. The basement playroom is starting to finally take shape and I am feeling a lot more comfortable with the prospect of bringing baby home. Labor, of course, still is not a pleasant thought.
Joshua is recovering from a bout of asthma induced coughing. He was really bad last week to the point where I was amazed he had time to eat food between coughs. We started him on the nebulizer, took him to the dr and then treated him twice a day with his albuterol. He is doing a lot better and the coughing is only sporadic at this point. Joshua's behavior has improved with our parenting regroup from a couple of weeks ago now. We spend time playing one on one with him for 15 min intervals throughout the day (we try for 4) and also get him outside to exercise at least 2 30 min at a time. It seems to be working. The play time seems to be like an investment and the outside time is just necessary so that we don't pull our hair out when he starts getting hyper.
Mira is a bit of a terror right now with climbing EVERYWHERE and hanging off of things. It is hard to make even our safe places safe for her. She has added 'snack' to her list of words. It is African sounding: A nasally 'na' followed by her clicking her tongue.
I have only 16 more days left. I would be surprised to make it two more weeks but weirder things have happened. The baby is moving like crazy and has dropped pretty low. A lot of people are guessing boy so I guess we need to think about a boy name again. I got a couple of books from the library. Before Joshua & Mira I had contractions that built up and tapered off in the days before delivery. So, I guess I will look for that sign again. Everything for the baby is pretty much done. The basement playroom is starting to finally take shape and I am feeling a lot more comfortable with the prospect of bringing baby home. Labor, of course, still is not a pleasant thought.
Saturday, August 01, 2009
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
37 weeks
The countdown is really on now. With 3 weeks or so until my due date it feels like the baby could come anytime. I have an appointment on Friday and then they are weekly from that point forward. The summer weather has kicked in, finally, and the temps have been in the high 80's with 80% or more humidity. I can't complain it has been a mild summer up to this point. I guess it could be worse, too, it could be 90-100 but it is still hot. We have the air on and I keep inside as much as possible. The pool the other day was so warm that the kids were able to stay in an hour without needing to get out and warm up.
Joshua is jumping in from the side of the pool with no assistance into water deeper than his head and swimming to the edge. It is awesome to see him so comfortable in the water. He has really come a long way this summer.
Guess I'll have to continue this post later!
Joshua is jumping in from the side of the pool with no assistance into water deeper than his head and swimming to the edge. It is awesome to see him so comfortable in the water. He has really come a long way this summer.
Guess I'll have to continue this post later!
Friday, July 24, 2009
VBS and more
Joshua had a blast this week at Vacation Bible School. He was so excited every night to go and came home happy with stories of the crafts, snacks, games and lessons that he had learned that evening. It ran from Sunday-Thursday. On Thursday, I went with him while Jason watched Mira and the kids sang the songs that they had learned, there was a slide show and then cookies afterwards. Joshua actually got up front and stood with the other children while they sang for 2 of the 7 songs. That is a first! He had a hard time sitting for the other parts but his picture did appear several times in the show, which was fun. He made a great friend whom he called, 'silly guy,' another preschooler, wild and crazy like Joshua.
I am truly looking forward to Joshua at preschool this year. He will be going 3 days a week. He has really come a long way this summer. When swimming he often goes without any flotation device and just paddles around the pool, he jumps in off the side now, doesn't mind getting his face and head under and stays in until we make him get out. He has been more outgoing with new people, too.
On Monday, we had some big behavior problems with Joshua. They seemed to be building up recently and Jason and I had to do a bit of parenting regrouping. That is for another post when I have more time to write.
Mira has added the words, 'yucky', 'hair' which comes out 'ah-yah', 'Staci', 'blankie' and I am sure other words that I am not thinking of now. She is all over the place, climbing and getting into things. She is really enjoying baby storytimes at the library and is doing great sleeping in her big twin bed sharing a room with Joshua.
Baby Tres has 'dropped' as of Tuesday or so this week. We have about 4 weeks left, give or take 2 weeks on either side if they got my due date right. Night time continues to be the busy, busy time of day but things are getting tighter in there and the baby is slowing down a little with activity. I am just happy to not have him stuck up under my ribs anymore. It only lasted a week or so but man did it hurt! Next OB appointment is Friday.
I am truly looking forward to Joshua at preschool this year. He will be going 3 days a week. He has really come a long way this summer. When swimming he often goes without any flotation device and just paddles around the pool, he jumps in off the side now, doesn't mind getting his face and head under and stays in until we make him get out. He has been more outgoing with new people, too.
On Monday, we had some big behavior problems with Joshua. They seemed to be building up recently and Jason and I had to do a bit of parenting regrouping. That is for another post when I have more time to write.
Mira has added the words, 'yucky', 'hair' which comes out 'ah-yah', 'Staci', 'blankie' and I am sure other words that I am not thinking of now. She is all over the place, climbing and getting into things. She is really enjoying baby storytimes at the library and is doing great sleeping in her big twin bed sharing a room with Joshua.
Baby Tres has 'dropped' as of Tuesday or so this week. We have about 4 weeks left, give or take 2 weeks on either side if they got my due date right. Night time continues to be the busy, busy time of day but things are getting tighter in there and the baby is slowing down a little with activity. I am just happy to not have him stuck up under my ribs anymore. It only lasted a week or so but man did it hurt! Next OB appointment is Friday.
Sunday, July 19, 2009
The BIG bed
What a day! We went to a baseball game with friends Katie, Rob, JR and Reagan this afternoon, out to dinner with them and then dropped Joshua off to his first day of Vacation Bible School.
I was thrilled to see his independence tonight. He was so excited about VBS and wanted to go in all by himself. This is an enormous change for him. He has always been so shy. He did hide a bit when we got into his classroom but I asked him to sit on the pew the other children were sitting on and he did. He gave me a kiss and I left. No tears or whining. It was awesome.
While we had two hours of just Mira time and she was in bed, Jason installed the new microwave. I put Mira to bed in the 2nd twin bed in Joshua's room, now Josh and Mira's room. What a gigantic milestone! She was agreeable to it and just kind of looked at me a little confused but drifted off to sleep without a problem. When Joshua did come home he really wanted to sleep with her in THAT bed. I said not tonight. But he was quiet enough that she stayed asleep. I am looking forward to this week to establish a new routine and habits. I am hoping that this might help Josh with his getting out of bed problem. Good job Joshie and Mira. I love my children so much!!
I was thrilled to see his independence tonight. He was so excited about VBS and wanted to go in all by himself. This is an enormous change for him. He has always been so shy. He did hide a bit when we got into his classroom but I asked him to sit on the pew the other children were sitting on and he did. He gave me a kiss and I left. No tears or whining. It was awesome.
While we had two hours of just Mira time and she was in bed, Jason installed the new microwave. I put Mira to bed in the 2nd twin bed in Joshua's room, now Josh and Mira's room. What a gigantic milestone! She was agreeable to it and just kind of looked at me a little confused but drifted off to sleep without a problem. When Joshua did come home he really wanted to sleep with her in THAT bed. I said not tonight. But he was quiet enough that she stayed asleep. I am looking forward to this week to establish a new routine and habits. I am hoping that this might help Josh with his getting out of bed problem. Good job Joshie and Mira. I love my children so much!!
Saturday, July 18, 2009
planning
I put a small list up on our gift registry site for Baby Tres. There isn't much that we need but there are a couple of things. You can see it here:
http://www.thethingsiwant.com/nettieann/list/baby%20tres%20upcoming%20arrival/
Joshua had a bad day today. Recently his behavior has been escalating again. He has been spitting, hitting, kicking and just plain not listening. We are trying to apply 'Love and Logic' which we have found to be effective in the past. So today after a particularly bad morning (a good lunch though!) and an awful ride home from running errands we used the tactic from the book and said, 'Uh oh, Joshua, I see you don't want to stop spitting, that's ok. I wouldn't worry about it. Mommy and Daddy will think about this and decide on something fair.' So this has been a fun summer and Joshua has been jumping from activity to activity and missed nothing. We have not wanted to miss out either creating a problem. So today, Joshua missed a big party at our neighbor's house. There was swimming and all the big kids were there. We took turns going over with Mira and Joshua stayed home. His reaction was ugly, he was really sad to miss out. But, once he calmed down I actually had some very nice play time with him. He was so thoughtful and calm. I wonder if he just needs a little more one on one time with mommy and/or daddy. We'll try it and see.
Mira in spite of only having 2 5 min naps today was a star at the party. She swam and danced and socialized 'til bed time. Tomorrow, we are going to a baseball game and then Joshua will have his first evening of Bible School starting at 6. It is going to be a busy day for the kids but I think we will survive. This week will be a good week for us to really practice in the new room with sleeping because Joshua will be at VBS when we are putting Mira to bed each night.
http://www.thethingsiwant.com/nettieann/list/baby%20tres%20upcoming%20arrival/
Joshua had a bad day today. Recently his behavior has been escalating again. He has been spitting, hitting, kicking and just plain not listening. We are trying to apply 'Love and Logic' which we have found to be effective in the past. So today after a particularly bad morning (a good lunch though!) and an awful ride home from running errands we used the tactic from the book and said, 'Uh oh, Joshua, I see you don't want to stop spitting, that's ok. I wouldn't worry about it. Mommy and Daddy will think about this and decide on something fair.' So this has been a fun summer and Joshua has been jumping from activity to activity and missed nothing. We have not wanted to miss out either creating a problem. So today, Joshua missed a big party at our neighbor's house. There was swimming and all the big kids were there. We took turns going over with Mira and Joshua stayed home. His reaction was ugly, he was really sad to miss out. But, once he calmed down I actually had some very nice play time with him. He was so thoughtful and calm. I wonder if he just needs a little more one on one time with mommy and/or daddy. We'll try it and see.
Mira in spite of only having 2 5 min naps today was a star at the party. She swam and danced and socialized 'til bed time. Tomorrow, we are going to a baseball game and then Joshua will have his first evening of Bible School starting at 6. It is going to be a busy day for the kids but I think we will survive. This week will be a good week for us to really practice in the new room with sleeping because Joshua will be at VBS when we are putting Mira to bed each night.
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Growing Up
As the arrival of Baby Tres approaches we have been working on the necessary preparations including a little switching around of rooms. We put together a bed and dresser and now Joshua has room for Mira in his room. His bed is actually a bunk bed so whenever the kids are old enough we will bunk his and Mira's beds and whichever gender we end up having two of will room together. I've been preparing the nursery with clothes washing and closet emptying and all that jazz.
Mira is getting to move into Joshua's room a little earlier than expected and we are taking strides each evening to get her used to her soon to be 'new' bed. The first night we just got dressed in that room, then we added stories, next was a little snuggle time, and tonight she actually rested in her bed while Joshua had his story in his bed. We moved her before she fell asleep because she was upset when I got up to leave and let her drift off. She is so tiny in that big twin bed!! I have a couple of 'your new bed' types of books but I think she is still too young for the concept to sink in. The first night (at least!) that she is in there all night I think Jason or I will sleep in the room with her just in case she decides to get up or is startled by her new surroundings. I think it is less of a question of if she is ready than are we?
Mira is getting to move into Joshua's room a little earlier than expected and we are taking strides each evening to get her used to her soon to be 'new' bed. The first night we just got dressed in that room, then we added stories, next was a little snuggle time, and tonight she actually rested in her bed while Joshua had his story in his bed. We moved her before she fell asleep because she was upset when I got up to leave and let her drift off. She is so tiny in that big twin bed!! I have a couple of 'your new bed' types of books but I think she is still too young for the concept to sink in. The first night (at least!) that she is in there all night I think Jason or I will sleep in the room with her just in case she decides to get up or is startled by her new surroundings. I think it is less of a question of if she is ready than are we?
Monday, July 13, 2009
Anatomy
Joshua has taken a new found interest in anatomy. This anatomy thing goes in spurts. He has always been interested in how things work, now more than ever before. That interest seems to grow as his age progresses. He understands now that there are boys and there are girls and is trying to figure out what exactly the differences are. So on that theme he has been asking lately where my penis is. And when I explain that since I am a girl I don't have one. He then moves on to, 'But how does your pee-pee come out?' I am sure if given the chance he would truly appreciate a visual on just how my pee-pee comes out but since that is not going to happen I am left with explaining in words. Oh joy. If I don't answer fast enough he starts asking questions, which if we were not talking about such a sensitive area, would be interesting and appropriate to post here on the blog. But, let's just leave it at they are thorough questions, well thought out and show a good sense of deductive reasoning.
This leads us to another similar topic, the day that Joshua discovered his testicles. He was so interested and came running with his hand in his pants saying, 'Feel what I have here in my penis!' I asked that he just show me what he was talking about and when I saw it was clear. He was rubbing one of his testicles between his fingers. And of course, this conversation couldn't happen on a weekend or in the evening when Daddy is home to rescue me. It had to happen on a work day at breakfast or lunch (I can't remember). 'What is inside there Mommy?' he asks again. I told him those were his testicles. 'Do you have teticles?' was the next logical question, of course, and the rest of the conversation we will leave out but let's just say I've been doing a lot of explaining recently.
This leads us to another similar topic, the day that Joshua discovered his testicles. He was so interested and came running with his hand in his pants saying, 'Feel what I have here in my penis!' I asked that he just show me what he was talking about and when I saw it was clear. He was rubbing one of his testicles between his fingers. And of course, this conversation couldn't happen on a weekend or in the evening when Daddy is home to rescue me. It had to happen on a work day at breakfast or lunch (I can't remember). 'What is inside there Mommy?' he asks again. I told him those were his testicles. 'Do you have teticles?' was the next logical question, of course, and the rest of the conversation we will leave out but let's just say I've been doing a lot of explaining recently.
Sunday, July 12, 2009
15 mos checkup and beyond
I think I forgot to post Mira's measurements at her 15 mos. check up. She weighed 20 lb 4 oz, was 30" long and head 47 cm. The Dr. wants to see her gain more by the time the new baby comes or she will be doing tests to see why her growth has dropped off. She is thriving in every other way and eats well so I hope she gains and we don't have to go through any tests.
We had a bit of a scare yesterday with baby Tres. For some reason, unknown to me or the Dr.s at the Women's Pavilion I had some spotting yesterday. Everything looked normal, the baby was fine and they didn't register any contractions while I was there. They couldn't even find the source of the spotting. Very weird. So anyway we came home but missed Ellie's birthday party. The kids got to go, our neighbors were kind enough to take them and watch them until we got home. We are so grateful!
The kids and I have been busy with summertime activities. We went to storytime for Mira on Tuesday. She loved it! Her behavior was so different from the friday storytime we usually attend. She stood up next to the librarian and really listened to the stories. She participated in the songs and music and loved the playtime with other little ones her size afterwards. We definitely need to make that a habit for her. We went blueberry and peach picking on Wednesday then made blueberry jam on Thursday. I would also like to make peach jam and freeze some peaches. They were so easy to pick. We actually just drove our van right up to the tree! I didn't even get the kids out for the peaches. Thursday, Joshua had a birthday party for a preschool friend at a bounce place. He had a blast and really stuck by his friend during cake and presents time. It was fun to see him play. Friday, the kids were a bit under the weather so we didn't do storytime but we did run a couple of errands.
Jason has been working on house projects and got the gate installed at the top of the stairs so now we can try putting Mira in a big bed. He also worked in the playroom. He says we will get it done but with scares like Saturday I worry that it is true!
This week I am enlisting the help of the girls up the street to try and get more baby stuff done: clothes washed, carseat cleaned and installed, etc. Just 5 more weeks left to go!
We had a bit of a scare yesterday with baby Tres. For some reason, unknown to me or the Dr.s at the Women's Pavilion I had some spotting yesterday. Everything looked normal, the baby was fine and they didn't register any contractions while I was there. They couldn't even find the source of the spotting. Very weird. So anyway we came home but missed Ellie's birthday party. The kids got to go, our neighbors were kind enough to take them and watch them until we got home. We are so grateful!
The kids and I have been busy with summertime activities. We went to storytime for Mira on Tuesday. She loved it! Her behavior was so different from the friday storytime we usually attend. She stood up next to the librarian and really listened to the stories. She participated in the songs and music and loved the playtime with other little ones her size afterwards. We definitely need to make that a habit for her. We went blueberry and peach picking on Wednesday then made blueberry jam on Thursday. I would also like to make peach jam and freeze some peaches. They were so easy to pick. We actually just drove our van right up to the tree! I didn't even get the kids out for the peaches. Thursday, Joshua had a birthday party for a preschool friend at a bounce place. He had a blast and really stuck by his friend during cake and presents time. It was fun to see him play. Friday, the kids were a bit under the weather so we didn't do storytime but we did run a couple of errands.
Jason has been working on house projects and got the gate installed at the top of the stairs so now we can try putting Mira in a big bed. He also worked in the playroom. He says we will get it done but with scares like Saturday I worry that it is true!
This week I am enlisting the help of the girls up the street to try and get more baby stuff done: clothes washed, carseat cleaned and installed, etc. Just 5 more weeks left to go!
Friday, July 03, 2009
Another Week
Saturday the kids and I met Amy's Gang, Aunt Jo & Nanny Grandma for lunch in the 'burg. Joshua enjoyed his favorite: shrimp and so did little Stephanie. It is nice to see him gobble up some foods! Afterwards went to a birthday party for JR, the son of one of my friends from high school. He turned 5 and had a fantastic party at his grandparents with a moon bounce, pool and delicious ice cream cupcakes. Joshua had a blast and when swimming even jumped off the side of the pool unassisted! A first!
Sunday, Dylan arrived for the beginning of his week stay at our house. We went to Lowes to get some much needed house shopping done and then out to McD's for dinner.
Monday started our big adventure week. Dylan, Stephanie, Staci & Alex joined the kids and myself for my OB appt, this was a stepping stone to bigger fun. The Dr. said everything looks good. I am measuring 33 weeks (spot on) and although my blood pressure was high I think that was circumstantial. The dr. also said that if I were to go into labor with the contractions that I have been having, at 34 weeks he wouldn't do anything to stop it. That news shocked Jason a little, I don't think he quite realized how close we were to baby tres' arrival!
After the appointment we drove to Rocks State Park to float around in the creek and have a picnic. All the kids loved it. Joshua hung out with the big kids and even floated on his back in his life jacket. He had to come out when he was shivering too hard to speak! The best thing I heard was, 'Can we come back again this summer!!!' I love it! After home and naps, the teens came back over to make pizza from scratch. That was also a fun adventure. Alex said, 'This is like physics or something.' Yes, Alex, it is like chemistry :-) It was a challenge for them reading the recipe, doubling the ingredients and working together but afterwards we also heard, 'This is the best pizza I've ever had!'
Tuesday, Mira had her 15 mos checkup first thing in the morning. She is finally up to 20 lb, 4 oz. The dr. was pleased with her potty training and all her words but unimpressed with her weight gain. So she will be going back when we take the newborn in. We all went to the library after returning from the dr's to sign the older ones up for the summer reading program. Then again after naps and lunch we went swimming. We had to wait for the storms to pass. But, we packed snacks and picnic dinner and stayed at the pool from 4-7:30. The kids are loving swimming now. They are both happy splashing, paddling, and jumping in.
Wednesday, we had Sam, another kid on the block, join us and we went to Broom's Bloom Dairy for an early lunch. The teens cracked me up. All but Dylan ordered PB&J in spite of LOTS of yummy sandwich and food options. Most of us had ice cream afterward. Next we headed over to a put put golf place for a round of golf and video games after. I thought that Joshua would enjoy putting the ball around but he lost interest quickly. Mira, too. So, I kept score, chased the kids and kept an eye out for the teens while we went through. It was a hot day and I was pooped at the end. We had naps at home and Dylan went to play with his friends while I got dinner ready and got ready for work.
Thursday was Jason's day. He had the day off for the long holiday weekend and took everyone to go ice skating. I stayed back with Mira. Joshua was getting more and more difficult to handle each day that passed. We knew he was excited with all the activities and time with Dylan and the other kids. After naps I had lots of errands to run so unfortunately we didn't have play time in the afternoon but we did get together with the neighbors for dinner. Howard set up games on the projector on the side of the house and Jason stayed out with Dylan playing 'til late. Mira went home early with me and Joshua was next.
Friday, I had to work but was home in time to jump in the car with the gang and go to the movies. We saw 'UP'. Joshua sat well through the show. Mira did great for an hour and 20 min. The movie was an hour and a half and if we had skipped the previews we would have made it but as it was she and I spent about 30-40 min running around the lobby waiting for the show to end. Amy arrived for dinner and we had a meal with them before Dylan took off. It was so nice having him for the week.
Joshua loved waking up each morning and playing with Dylan. They built lots of lego creations over the span of the week. Mira, too, enjoyed having someone to play with. It will be nice to get back to routine but maybe we can steal him away again soon.
For the 4th of July we did a little house work in the morning and then went over to yet another neighbor's house for a party around 3:30 after the kids and JASON were done with their naps. I think Josh was pretty much in the pool from the time that we arrived until he left close to 8pm. He met a new friend, a little boy about 5 yr old, and played all afternoon with him in the water. Some of the time he had a life jacket on and the rest he just paddled around unassisted. It is such a big change for him from last year and every time he gets in the water his swimming improves. I love to watch him. Mira swam, too, she likes to 'jump' in off the side and play on the steps. While we were out eating dinner though she tripped and hit her head on a low wooden step. She really hit hard and had a goose egg for the evening. She scraped both feet and her hand up as well. It was quite a fall. We iced her head while she screamed at the top of her lungs for us to put her down. She and I left at 7:30 to rest/sleep. I wanted to watch her for other signs that her head injury was minor. She was ok and slept through the night without incident. She is eating cheerios next to me while I type.
Now we have 1 day to recover before it is back to work and our regular routine. We'll be blueberry picking this week and I have a dr. appointment at least.
Sunday, Dylan arrived for the beginning of his week stay at our house. We went to Lowes to get some much needed house shopping done and then out to McD's for dinner.
Monday started our big adventure week. Dylan, Stephanie, Staci & Alex joined the kids and myself for my OB appt, this was a stepping stone to bigger fun. The Dr. said everything looks good. I am measuring 33 weeks (spot on) and although my blood pressure was high I think that was circumstantial. The dr. also said that if I were to go into labor with the contractions that I have been having, at 34 weeks he wouldn't do anything to stop it. That news shocked Jason a little, I don't think he quite realized how close we were to baby tres' arrival!
After the appointment we drove to Rocks State Park to float around in the creek and have a picnic. All the kids loved it. Joshua hung out with the big kids and even floated on his back in his life jacket. He had to come out when he was shivering too hard to speak! The best thing I heard was, 'Can we come back again this summer!!!' I love it! After home and naps, the teens came back over to make pizza from scratch. That was also a fun adventure. Alex said, 'This is like physics or something.' Yes, Alex, it is like chemistry :-) It was a challenge for them reading the recipe, doubling the ingredients and working together but afterwards we also heard, 'This is the best pizza I've ever had!'
Tuesday, Mira had her 15 mos checkup first thing in the morning. She is finally up to 20 lb, 4 oz. The dr. was pleased with her potty training and all her words but unimpressed with her weight gain. So she will be going back when we take the newborn in. We all went to the library after returning from the dr's to sign the older ones up for the summer reading program. Then again after naps and lunch we went swimming. We had to wait for the storms to pass. But, we packed snacks and picnic dinner and stayed at the pool from 4-7:30. The kids are loving swimming now. They are both happy splashing, paddling, and jumping in.
Wednesday, we had Sam, another kid on the block, join us and we went to Broom's Bloom Dairy for an early lunch. The teens cracked me up. All but Dylan ordered PB&J in spite of LOTS of yummy sandwich and food options. Most of us had ice cream afterward. Next we headed over to a put put golf place for a round of golf and video games after. I thought that Joshua would enjoy putting the ball around but he lost interest quickly. Mira, too. So, I kept score, chased the kids and kept an eye out for the teens while we went through. It was a hot day and I was pooped at the end. We had naps at home and Dylan went to play with his friends while I got dinner ready and got ready for work.
Thursday was Jason's day. He had the day off for the long holiday weekend and took everyone to go ice skating. I stayed back with Mira. Joshua was getting more and more difficult to handle each day that passed. We knew he was excited with all the activities and time with Dylan and the other kids. After naps I had lots of errands to run so unfortunately we didn't have play time in the afternoon but we did get together with the neighbors for dinner. Howard set up games on the projector on the side of the house and Jason stayed out with Dylan playing 'til late. Mira went home early with me and Joshua was next.
Friday, I had to work but was home in time to jump in the car with the gang and go to the movies. We saw 'UP'. Joshua sat well through the show. Mira did great for an hour and 20 min. The movie was an hour and a half and if we had skipped the previews we would have made it but as it was she and I spent about 30-40 min running around the lobby waiting for the show to end. Amy arrived for dinner and we had a meal with them before Dylan took off. It was so nice having him for the week.
Joshua loved waking up each morning and playing with Dylan. They built lots of lego creations over the span of the week. Mira, too, enjoyed having someone to play with. It will be nice to get back to routine but maybe we can steal him away again soon.
For the 4th of July we did a little house work in the morning and then went over to yet another neighbor's house for a party around 3:30 after the kids and JASON were done with their naps. I think Josh was pretty much in the pool from the time that we arrived until he left close to 8pm. He met a new friend, a little boy about 5 yr old, and played all afternoon with him in the water. Some of the time he had a life jacket on and the rest he just paddled around unassisted. It is such a big change for him from last year and every time he gets in the water his swimming improves. I love to watch him. Mira swam, too, she likes to 'jump' in off the side and play on the steps. While we were out eating dinner though she tripped and hit her head on a low wooden step. She really hit hard and had a goose egg for the evening. She scraped both feet and her hand up as well. It was quite a fall. We iced her head while she screamed at the top of her lungs for us to put her down. She and I left at 7:30 to rest/sleep. I wanted to watch her for other signs that her head injury was minor. She was ok and slept through the night without incident. She is eating cheerios next to me while I type.
Now we have 1 day to recover before it is back to work and our regular routine. We'll be blueberry picking this week and I have a dr. appointment at least.
Sunday, June 21, 2009
The Week
It was a non-stop week this past week. We started off with strawberry picking bright and early Monday morning. Unfortunately the rain this year has cut the strawberry season short. So, after a little over an hour at the farm with Joshua, Mira, Stephanie, Staci and myself picking we barely had enough berries for one pie. We still had fun though and both Joshua and Mira loved the freedom of running up and down the rows of strawberries. We came home and had fresh berries and ice cream. We swam Monday afternoon and enjoyed a fresh pie after dinner. No jam this year though :-(
Tuesday, Joshua had a play date and picnic with his friends from preschool last year. It was another fun and busy morning. Nice to connect with other moms and kids. We will be trying a play date once a month.
Wednesday was errand day and we ran to BJ's. It is always a challenge to do major shopping with the kids even when they are well behaved. I came home pooped and in a bad mood but we had lunch, a swim and naps and then headed out to the farm to pick up our veggies for the week. For movie night we borrowed Alice in Wonderland from Howard & Cyndi's movie collection. Since Joshua loves any movie he enjoyed this one. Mira ended up ready for bed half way through. These long days are tough!
Thursday was Jason's picnic at work. He was able to take us back to the area where he works which is usually restricted. Joshua was so excited to see everything: the tanks and missiles on the way in, the robots that daddy builds, the deer along the way. We had a delicious picnic with Jason's coworkers in spite of the torrential rains. Mira was her usual flirty self and had the best time waving bye bye, blowing kisses, etc.
Friday, Jill arrived the night before and we all went out together while Jason had an eye appointment and we ran errands for the BBQ on Saturday. We swam Friday afternoon after naps. The water was cold but everyone got in. Mira likes doing 'humpty dumpty' and 'falling' in from the side. I will probably put her under soon. Joshua is also 'jumping' in and is going under with our help and not freaking out. He has come such a long way!
Saturday, was VERY rainy and stormy but we got things together and had a wonderful cookout with friends, Amy and Jill. There were about 16 kids (13 were 4 and under) and about 14 adults. The weather cleared up, poured and then cleared up long enough to cook the burgers outside. We made vanilla ice cream (topping it later), visited, ate and had lots of fun. Joshua freaked out with all the people in the house but then when he warmed up had a great time playing with JR and the other kids. Mira wondered around being her usual social self.
Today is father's day and Joshua took Jason on the Skip Jack Martha Lewis for a boat ride. Both of them had lots of fun. Joshua was excited about everything and pointing out all the sites. Mira and I took a nap then met them later to play at the playground. Later today we will enjoy tacos - daddy's request. It is gorgeous and not rainy! So nice :-)
We had a few friends and family over for a BBQ yesterday. Aunt Jill made her way down to visit.
Tuesday, Joshua had a play date and picnic with his friends from preschool last year. It was another fun and busy morning. Nice to connect with other moms and kids. We will be trying a play date once a month.
Wednesday was errand day and we ran to BJ's. It is always a challenge to do major shopping with the kids even when they are well behaved. I came home pooped and in a bad mood but we had lunch, a swim and naps and then headed out to the farm to pick up our veggies for the week. For movie night we borrowed Alice in Wonderland from Howard & Cyndi's movie collection. Since Joshua loves any movie he enjoyed this one. Mira ended up ready for bed half way through. These long days are tough!
Thursday was Jason's picnic at work. He was able to take us back to the area where he works which is usually restricted. Joshua was so excited to see everything: the tanks and missiles on the way in, the robots that daddy builds, the deer along the way. We had a delicious picnic with Jason's coworkers in spite of the torrential rains. Mira was her usual flirty self and had the best time waving bye bye, blowing kisses, etc.
Friday, Jill arrived the night before and we all went out together while Jason had an eye appointment and we ran errands for the BBQ on Saturday. We swam Friday afternoon after naps. The water was cold but everyone got in. Mira likes doing 'humpty dumpty' and 'falling' in from the side. I will probably put her under soon. Joshua is also 'jumping' in and is going under with our help and not freaking out. He has come such a long way!
Saturday, was VERY rainy and stormy but we got things together and had a wonderful cookout with friends, Amy and Jill. There were about 16 kids (13 were 4 and under) and about 14 adults. The weather cleared up, poured and then cleared up long enough to cook the burgers outside. We made vanilla ice cream (topping it later), visited, ate and had lots of fun. Joshua freaked out with all the people in the house but then when he warmed up had a great time playing with JR and the other kids. Mira wondered around being her usual social self.
Today is father's day and Joshua took Jason on the Skip Jack Martha Lewis for a boat ride. Both of them had lots of fun. Joshua was excited about everything and pointing out all the sites. Mira and I took a nap then met them later to play at the playground. Later today we will enjoy tacos - daddy's request. It is gorgeous and not rainy! So nice :-)
We had a few friends and family over for a BBQ yesterday. Aunt Jill made her way down to visit.
Monday, June 08, 2009
Swimming
I took the kids swimming yesterday and today. Yesterday Joshua took a few minutes and then he was in paddling around like a fish. What a difference! It is great to see him so comfortable in the water. Mira thought it was too cold yesterday but today, after warming up to the water, she was even more comfortable than Joshua. She did not want to get out and go home even though both of them had chattering teeth and blue limbs...
It is going to be a great summer!
It is going to be a great summer!
Sunday, June 07, 2009
Weekend with Memaw & Grandad
Joshua and Mira spent the weekend with Memaw and Grandad all by themselves while we went away for a little R&R. They did great! I am not sure who was keeping up with who. They went to the library story time, out to eat and play at Chick-Fil-A and play at the playground. They ate lots of yummy food: spaghetti, pancakes, yogurt, strawberries and ice cream. Memaw came with 'super cape' in hand for Joshua on Thursday. He loves it and is taking it everywhere with him.
We returned from our travels with a large reeses peanut/peanut butter cup for Joshua and a little spinning top. He was so excited about both. Both of them were very happy to see us just as we were them when we returned yesterday.
Now it is back to the normal routine with hopefully a little more bounce in our steps!
We returned from our travels with a large reeses peanut/peanut butter cup for Joshua and a little spinning top. He was so excited about both. Both of them were very happy to see us just as we were them when we returned yesterday.
Now it is back to the normal routine with hopefully a little more bounce in our steps!
Sunday, May 31, 2009
Ice Skating in May
Joshua AND Jason had their first experience ice skating today along with the girls up the street. Mira and I watched. They had so much fun and got a great work out. Joshua just loved it. The rink provides 'walkers' for unsteady kids to push around and Joshua loved that, too. They skated for about an hour and 15 minutes. I am sure he would have gone all afternoon but the public skate sessions are only 2 hours and we got there a bit into it. Mira ran around and I just tried to keep her nearby.
We have all been a bit sick with stomach bugs and sinus issues lately so most days we are just making it through. Plus, now that preschool is over we have to learn a new routine and schedule. The 4 day weekend of Memorial Day was nice but it made this normal weekend of only 2 days seem REALLY short. That's ok, we have a long weekend away coming up. Jason and I are heading to a B&B for two nights and Memaw and Grandad are watching the kiddos. It is going to be lots of fun for everyone. We can't wait!
Baby Tres is now 28 weeks along. I had my gestational diabetes test this week and rhogam shot. Now the appointments are getting closer together. Things are really moving along now. The baby is active a lot of the time now. He/She seems to be quiet for the moment but will probably be playing soccer in there again soon.
We have all been a bit sick with stomach bugs and sinus issues lately so most days we are just making it through. Plus, now that preschool is over we have to learn a new routine and schedule. The 4 day weekend of Memorial Day was nice but it made this normal weekend of only 2 days seem REALLY short. That's ok, we have a long weekend away coming up. Jason and I are heading to a B&B for two nights and Memaw and Grandad are watching the kiddos. It is going to be lots of fun for everyone. We can't wait!
Baby Tres is now 28 weeks along. I had my gestational diabetes test this week and rhogam shot. Now the appointments are getting closer together. Things are really moving along now. The baby is active a lot of the time now. He/She seems to be quiet for the moment but will probably be playing soccer in there again soon.
Thursday, May 21, 2009
Last Day of Preschool
Joshua had his last day of preschool today. He will go again in the fall with the same teacher and new students. There was a nice picnic lunch and his teacher made little books for each of them. Joshua asked me, 'What are we going to do after preschool?'. Good question! I've come to depend on that 2.5 hour chunk of time so we'll have to find other fun things to fill it in.
Mira added 'fish' in sign language and also 'tookie' or cookie, and down in spoken words.
Mira added 'fish' in sign language and also 'tookie' or cookie, and down in spoken words.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Mother's Day
I think I had the best Mother's Day yet! The day started with well... not starting! I didn't have to get out of bed. It was great. Jason let me sleep in and went downstairs to prepare a delicious breakfast in bed for me with Joshua's help. He made french toast out of raisin bread topped with powdered sugar and sliced strawberries on the side he had bacon and grapes. He even made fresh squeezed oj. My day could have stopped there! I ate and enjoyed the breeze rustling the leaves on the tree outside our bedroom window. When I finally, at the urging of Joshua, wondered downstairs I found that Joshua (with Jason's help) had made a fantastic card for me. It was great.
We prepared for the Mother's Day Tea next. Family arrived around 1pm and we enjoyed sandwiches, tea and other treats until 3 or 4. After that we vegged in while the kids watched 'The Secret of Nim'. We had dinner out at a local 'home-cooking' type restaurant. We put the kids to bed and watched an episode of Heros and that was the day. It was great!
Joshua has one more day of preschool left for the year until fall. He is really looking forward to the picnic. I don't know what I am going to do during preschool time! I've really come to depend on those 2 days, 2.5 hours each week to get things done!
I have another OB check up tomorrow. I am 27 weeks along now. The ticker says that the baby is probably 2.5 pounds! Baby Tres is such a mover and shaker. I had a massage on Saturday morning and the massuse, who also was a doula, said she had never seen a baby move so much! I am really getting excited. It isn't much longer now and I am so looking forward to meet this little one. Lots to do to prepare, well not really, just lots of projects that I think we ought to finish before he/she arrives.
Mira has become MUCH more demanding recently. She is testing to see what screaming gets her, um...nothing, and gets VERY upset when I leave the house or her. Even when she is with Daddy. But thankfully this passes within a few minutes.
We prepared for the Mother's Day Tea next. Family arrived around 1pm and we enjoyed sandwiches, tea and other treats until 3 or 4. After that we vegged in while the kids watched 'The Secret of Nim'. We had dinner out at a local 'home-cooking' type restaurant. We put the kids to bed and watched an episode of Heros and that was the day. It was great!
Joshua has one more day of preschool left for the year until fall. He is really looking forward to the picnic. I don't know what I am going to do during preschool time! I've really come to depend on those 2 days, 2.5 hours each week to get things done!
I have another OB check up tomorrow. I am 27 weeks along now. The ticker says that the baby is probably 2.5 pounds! Baby Tres is such a mover and shaker. I had a massage on Saturday morning and the massuse, who also was a doula, said she had never seen a baby move so much! I am really getting excited. It isn't much longer now and I am so looking forward to meet this little one. Lots to do to prepare, well not really, just lots of projects that I think we ought to finish before he/she arrives.
Mira has become MUCH more demanding recently. She is testing to see what screaming gets her, um...nothing, and gets VERY upset when I leave the house or her. Even when she is with Daddy. But thankfully this passes within a few minutes.
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Good Report
Both my boys are doing great in school! Joshua received a note today that he had 'his best day ever!' we are thrilled. He is really getting into the swing of things and talking about school... only two more classes left for the semester but we will look forward to next fall.
Jason passed both classes with an A in each and passed his first 2 (out of 5) WPE's (Written Practical Exams) We'll have to see what his plan is for the rest of his PhD.
Mira now says, 'diaper', 'apple' (for all food) and emphatically shakes her head 'yes' and 'no' in response to questions. She has been having difficulty with her afternoon naps and I hope she works it out soon! She falls asleep at 9-9:30am every day but that is not enough to make it 'til her 7pm bedtime.
The seeds that Joshua and I planted indoors are outside and thriving now. He is enjoying gardening and exploring the outdoors. Mira can climb up the slide and go down on her own. She is quite the dare devil so you really have to keep an eye out!
We are planning for our annual Mother's Day Tea on Sunday and looking forward to it. Right now the weather says rain but I hope that changes so we can have it outside as usual. Jill graduates with her Master's degree from SUNY Purchase tomorrow. Way to go, Jill!
Jason passed both classes with an A in each and passed his first 2 (out of 5) WPE's (Written Practical Exams) We'll have to see what his plan is for the rest of his PhD.
Mira now says, 'diaper', 'apple' (for all food) and emphatically shakes her head 'yes' and 'no' in response to questions. She has been having difficulty with her afternoon naps and I hope she works it out soon! She falls asleep at 9-9:30am every day but that is not enough to make it 'til her 7pm bedtime.
The seeds that Joshua and I planted indoors are outside and thriving now. He is enjoying gardening and exploring the outdoors. Mira can climb up the slide and go down on her own. She is quite the dare devil so you really have to keep an eye out!
We are planning for our annual Mother's Day Tea on Sunday and looking forward to it. Right now the weather says rain but I hope that changes so we can have it outside as usual. Jill graduates with her Master's degree from SUNY Purchase tomorrow. Way to go, Jill!
Friday, May 08, 2009
Travel
We are up in New York now to see Aunt Jill perform. The kids did well in the car. The 3 hour drive is easy, they were contained and they slept for about 1.5 hours of it. It is the eating out and dealing with all the new stuff: hotel, schedule, etc that is a challenge. I think this is it for traveling without daddy! Jason finishes next Tuesday for the semester. He passed his first WPE!!!! This is fantastic news! Gotta go.
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