SHE'S STILL A GIRL!

Hello everyone,
I had an ultrasound today and Ed and my friend Shenna came with for the fun. Emma weighs 2 pds. 7 oz and is breach (head up) facing my right side, with her legs straight up in front of her and her feet above her head like a taco shell. It was funny to see her that way. Emma partied at 3 am this morning and at least now I know which parts of her were kicking me. I swear I heard a blender going and felt the "Cha cha". My friend said "Like mother like daughter" and I must say, she is learning Jimmy Buffett at an early age. I have gained 12 pounds total and am happy that I am on target for normal weight gain. The c-section will be scheduled after week 38 and I am shooting for June 12. It was a fun ultrasound this time and I am glad Ed and Shenna were there to see her crazy position.
That's all for now!

IT WAS ONLY A MATTER OF TIME...

Ed and I speculated as to how long it would take Frasier to get in the crib and find out it's a cozy place to sleep. We want him to investigate and get used to the baby items we are bringing into the house.

Dressing in denial...Ed and I were getting ready to meet friends for breakfast. I put a pullover sweatshirt on and my maternity jeans and was ready to head out the door. I went in the bathroom to brush my teeth, looked in the mirror and found out that what might look good looking down doesn't work from the front or side. My sweatshirt came down to my belly button, exposing the band on my maternity jeans and part of my stomach. I would have been mortified if I went out looking like that! I told Ed he needs to warn me so I don't walk around like a dork and he said he was wondering about that. OK, so I now know I must look in the mirror and make sure little Emma is properly covered. I also found out that my sweats and other favorite bang around clothes are shrinking. Ed laughed and said I was merely expanding. At 6 months/ 28 weeks I guess I can't get away with wearing much of my normal clothes anymore. Have a great week and stay tuned for Thursday's ultrasound post.

Julie

MARCH, 2007 LA TRIP

I'M BACK FROM LA AND ENJOYED THE SUN ON MY BODY FOR A WEEK.

I MET MY FRIEND FROM SWEDEN IN LA AND AFTER SHE COMPLETED THE LA MARATHON WE HEADED TO HER TIMESHARE IN LAGUNA BEACH. THE PHOTO OF EMMA CATCHING RAYS WAS TAKEN AT THE SANTA MONICA BEACH. THE OTHER 2 IN LAGUNA BEACH. I POPPED OUT DURING THE WEEK. WHEN I ARRIVED LOTTA DIDN'T THINK I LOOKED PREGNANT BUT BY WEEK'S END THERE WAS NO DENYING IT. WE GOT OUR SHARE OF SHOPPING ON RODEO DRIVE AND MELROSE (ACTUALLY, LOTTA SHOPPED AND I TAGGED ALONG), ENJOYED DINNER AT THE HOUSE OF BLUES AND CRUISING IN THE CONVERTIBLE TO LAGUNA. ONCE IN LAGUNA WE WALKED EVERYWHERE, LOTTA DID MORE SHOPPING AND WE ENJOYED THE SCENERY AND WEATHER. THAT'S ALL FOR NOW! I WILL DO ANOTHER POST AFTER THE MARCH 22 ULTRASOUND.

OFF TO L.A. WED.!

Hello everyone,
Wed. I head out to L.A. to meet my friend Lotta from Sweden. She is competing in the L.A. Marathon on Sunday and after that we will head down to Laguna Beach where she owns a timeshare. Laguna Beach is a quaint little town where we look forward to relaxing. I look forward to walking on the beach and spending time with my friend.

It has been fun for Ed and I to watch Emma move around like a little alien in my tummy and for Ed to feel her kicks and bumps on a regular basis now. I look forward to my next ultrasound and seeing the change in her from the previous one.
That's all for now...

Julie

A WONDERFUL BABY SHOWER...

Hello everyone,

We are back from FL and a busy week putting a new roof on the house and painting. It looks great!

Ed & I enjoyed a wonderful baby shower. We had tasty chili from my friend's restaurant and other luscious munchies, cake, beer & wine. We didn't have games and gave out raffle prizes instead. 41 people attended and it was a nice chance to visit with friends and family we hadn't seen in awhile. Ed and I are very grateful for the beautiful gifts Emma received. From adorable clothes to travel beds and gift cards, our friends and family showed us how much they care. When I arrived I didn't look pregnant but by the time of the shower I had popped out a little belly. I am now into my maternity jeans almost full time. Thanks again to everyone for their love and support.

FEELING THE KICKS

Hello everyone,
For the past week I have been able to feel Emma move around and determine it is not hunger pains or gas. Ed felt her move twice. She seems to be more active in the morning and around 7:30 pm. It has been nice to have more of a connection to her in that way. My friend in Boston had a 9 pd. baby boy Saturday. She is the first of many of my friends that are pregnant, to give birth this year. There is something in the air! Saturday I head to Florida. We are putting a new roof on our house and painting it so it will be a busy week for us. Looking forward to the shower and seeing everyone.
Have a great week!

SHE'S HALF BAKED!

Hello everyone,
Emma is officially "half baked" this weekend at 20 weeks. A milestone which is exciting to hit. I am still in my regular jeans and tops - yeah!

I have been working at the Red Cross in Colorado Springs since last Tuesday. There was an apt. fire which destroyed 135 units and killed 2 people and who knows how many pets. It was arson and 112 families are now homeless. People jumped from 2nd & 3rd floor balconies, many broke their backs, arms, legs etc. Helping out at the Red Cross makes me appreciate everything I have, which is a lot.

We got 6 inches of snow over the weekend. It is sunny and the snow is sparkling.
Have a great week everyone!