Sickness

Last night was interesting. About 9:00pm I had already had about 5 contractions from 8-9 so I started writing them down..  From 9-10 about 6 more.  From 3 minutes apart to 20 minutes, so we decided to go to bed.. 

I must of gotten what Alex is getting over... Head cold, bronchitis you name it.. I was in so much paint and still am..  Coughing up gross stuff, couldn't breath, all of it.  I'm going to see what I can take while I'm pregnant.. I think I need antibiotics.  I went through the same thing when delivering Alex.. Major bronchitis.. I'm tired.. Going back to bed. 

Susie: sorry about Matthew. 

Jen: love the ice crystals and lunch was fun. thanks. 

Yay for Ladybugs!

I found this yesterday and Chris put it up for me today. Thanks honey.. It's too cute..  As for the pink, I suppose it's okay.. I really think pink is way overdone for girls, but oh, well.. This is all I could find.  There's a little pink in her room, but I really am trying to avoid it..  It just all looks the same, a big sea of pink.. Makes me crazy. One of these days I'll post a picture of Lauren's room. When I get the puppies out of there..  For now we have ladybugs.. :)

New Background

I figured that since I'm sick of the other background and haven't found anything new, I'd just switch to pink since I'm have a girl.. 

Anyway, I have yet to find something that I really like. If anyone has any EASY websites to suggest, I'd be grateful.. Since it's all about ladybugs with the new baby, that would be nice. 

Thanks and hope this color is not tooooo painful on the eyes.. It is on mine.. 

Puppies

They are finally opening their eyes today.. Yeah!!  They are sooo cute.. 

Stupid Stores

I waited for 30 minutes in my car this morning  for this "gently used" children's store to open. 

Strike One: She was late.. 

I inquired about the double stroller and if they would come down from $89.99.. In a very nasty tone (not exaggerating, Kelli was on the phone and heard her) she said, "WE DON'T CHANGE PRICES HERE" .  

Strike Two! 

So I talk to Chris on the phone and we decide that we really don't need it cause Alex won't get in a stroller anymore anyway, now that he knows he can walk and get into stuff..

So I go to leave but have to pee terribly.. Being 9 months pregnant and already having to wait on her. I say, "where is your restroom?" She says (again nasty) "WE DON'T HAVE PUBLIC RESTROOMS!"   

Strike Three!  Bitch!!  

So now that's I've calmed down a bit, I'm deciding what action to take.. I mean, seriously..   Like me, a very pregnant pregnant person is going TAG or mess up or what ever to her stupid bathroom..  I should have just peed there on her floor. Like Jen said on behalf of Ian as a little boy. "go ahead and pee on the floor Ian" when the store wouldn't let him use the restroom..

For sure I'm going to put a nasty comment on her yellow pages site where  you can comment about businesses..  I think I'll call and speak to the owner and I guess if she's the owner then I'll just have to tell her that I'll never shop at her stupid store.. 

Frustration

I really get that everyone is having money problems.  But their money problems make me have money problems.. AS if I don't have enough to worry about already.. Running around  town trying to collect on people has made me very tired..   After this baby is born (and maybe a couple of months) I think I'll go get a night job.. Chris really can't right now cause he has to travel..  Maybe I'll start selling drugs.. :)  People always have money when it comes to drugs. (Just kidding mom & dad), but seriously, it's getting pretty ridiculous..  I really hope our new president can make some changes and quickly.   If my biz doesn't pick, I'm thinking about quitting all together.  I only have 4 weddings booked for next year.   Who knows..  Maybe I should just pray, lie down and sleep. You never know, everything could change when I wake up..  Someone could show up at my door and say I won a contest I didn't enter.. After all, I did get $100 in the mail from a friend who felt that God told her to send it to me. I love it when God does that. Thanks God and friend. 

Last time I vented about money, someone said at least I have my health. But I don't really and all that does is cost me money too.. Well, I'll just keep having faith like I always do.. 

Dear God. If I promise not to start selling drugs, will you please help us?   Huh, funny... I'm listening to Pandora internet music and the lyrics RIGHT NOW are (John Legend-Stay with you)

I'll stay with you through the ups and downs, 

Oh I'll stay with you when no one else is around

And when the dark clouds arrive

I'll stay by your side

I know we'll be alright

I will stay with you

I suppose I should take that as my answer to my prayer..  Okay, I guess I'll stop venting sense God just talked to me through the internet...  

The Terrible Two Switch Has Been Flipped!

I guess I knew that he was leading up to his terrible twos, but wasn't really prepared for the complete transformation from my sweet child to demon with a vengeance.  Last night was a night from Hell and someone almost didn't make it til morning. It's truly a miracle that we all survived. We decided that Alex came down with a serious touch of Ass-hole-itis..  Or more nicely put, the terrible twos.  Whatever you call it, I hope its over soon. Nows just not a good time.  Everyone says it's normal and it's normal to loose your temper, but it doesn't make it any easier. We also know that consistency is the best but it's a little hard when you're 9 months pregnant and it's 2, 3, 4, 5 AM and the hardest part is not giving in.. It only makes it worse for the next episode. 

Anyway, that's it. One day at a time and I guess we all have to learn to be independent at sometime or another. Whoever said that parenting was the hardest job ever, couldn't say it loud enough.

Alex's 2nd Birthday Party

The birthday party went really well. My mom took care of most everything and others helped as well.. Making it much more bearable for me. I had about 4-5 contractions through the whole thing and then when everyone was gone, I slept for 2 hours.. Yeah, it was great.

 Here are some pics.

 

I always get so emotional when we sing him "Happy Birthday". Is that strange?

He's sooooo funny.. He blows the candles sooo softly..  It's cute.

The cupcakes came out cute, but didn't look nearly as cute as the

 professional I stole the idea from. 

Happy 2nd Birthday Alex!!!

So, 2 years ago, this adorable little boy was born..  It's amazing how fast time flies..   

This pic is of Alex at his daycare party.  Vikki did a nice job taking photos of him and his friends. I couldn't be there. Dr. appts..  

Here is a pic of all his friends. Raul is his best friend. To his right in the red. They are about the same age and have a ball together. 

We decided at the last minute to go out to dinner after all.. We had lots of cleaning plans, but thought it was time for a break and after all, it is his birthday. You only turn 2 once. So we went to Famous  Dave's where he LOVES their chicken.. and beans..  

The server was very nice and brought him and icecream sundae. 

Now we just have to get through the party without having the new baby. I really hope we make it.. I don't think I could handle having their birthdays on the same day. We'll see.. I have soooo much pressure. I feel like she is just going to fall out when I walk.. 

The shower is done and drying. It looks beautiful. The pantry shelves are in and working perfectly. I got everything back in the pantry today and it's wonderful to be able to actually see what I have.  Can't wait for you all to see on Sat.  And of course, there's the puppies. 

Off to bed.. soooooo tired.. 

6 New Newkirks

Well, seriously, I really didn't think anything was going to happen TODAY.. But I guess Sally had other plans.. I was making dinner and took a break when I hear crying, like from a kitten.  I found the first puppy in my room in the dog bed covered by a pillow. I found 2 more in Alex's room still in the sacks and just lying there.. I had to break them open and revive them both. It took some time and I was a little worried.. The praying helped. Alex was freaking out, saying "eww, towel" over and over.. so cute..  Anyway, 3 more were to come and Sally finally turned into a sweet little mom.. More tomorrow.. I've had such a weird day, I know my blood sugar is very low and I need to eat and sleep.. 

Labor Watch

NOT for me.. So, I thought we had more time with Sally and the puppies to come.. Today she started acting really weird.. No appetite, snapping and growling at Libby, shaking and sleeping.. She hasn't eaten all day.. So I call the vet to ask questions. They said check her temp. If it's below 101, then she's starting labor and they will come within 48 hours.. Well.... her temp was 98.6... I'm freaking out.. As if I couldn't get enough on my plate this week.. I just have to laugh about it though, this is just how my life is.. It's sunny or it's pouring.. Nothing in between..  So, not too much has happened yet, so I'll be keeping you posted. On the shower, the puppies, Alex's party and my labor.. It's a big week.. No wonder I'm not sleeping.. 

Construction

Rick is a worker. That's all I have to say.. I think this project with the bathroom AND the kitchen will be done by Sat.  I thought we'd just get the the bathroom done, but it looks like the plan is Demo monday, tile tuesday, grout wednesday, kitchen pantry drawer and shower door install on Thursday.  Done.. Craziness..  I'm very excited.. The kitchen portion will make my life easier. And yes, it's 4 am and I can't sleep again.. 

Anyway, now all I need is 10,000 dollars to remodel my the rest of my kitchen.. Not sure it's going to happen any time soon, but I think I will buy a lottery ticket today. You just never know..... 

Here is a pic of the progress of the bathroom from Monday.  The good news is there was no water damage to the interior of the house and we don't have any added  expenses of replacing the sub-floor. Now Chris can be at ease with the shower not leaking anymore and I have have a prettier shower. :) 

Nesting

I am and have been feeling the urge to nest.. I sense urgency to clean, put away, organize, decorate and sort.  I think we're going to get a lot done this weekend. We don't plan to go to Teh. sunday, so that will help.   We also have a new project beginning on Monday. Rick (who built my parents home) is coming to fix our shower. The plastic wall is cracked and has been leaking water down into the sub floor. Something that has been concerning Chris for some time now. So, I'm hoping it will be finished before Alex's birthday party next Sat. We'll see. 

I tried to go to Costco today to get diapers for Alex and had  4 contractions while there. It took me 1 hour to gather and pay for  6 things.. I had to also have someone load my car. I think my days at Costco are done until after baby comes. I think a lot of my errands are coming to a halt. It's hard. Chris has been pulling so much weight, I hate to ask him to do more, but we're getting close and as much as I hate to rest, I have to. I've been doing a lot of crocheting.  Anyone what new pot holders????  :) 

MIss Sally Mae

We think she may be pregnant..  Yesterday I noticed that her nipples were very swollen and seem to be filling with milk..  I made an appt. for her for the 13th, but really want to know now. They can't tell until 30 days and by then we would of had her for 26 days, so we should know something.  The internet said she would be lazy and lovable, but how are we to know, we didn't know her before this, so it's hard to tell.. 

Problem: If she has her babies in 30 days (it takes 62 days) and I have my baby in 30 days, we're going to have some problems on our hands..  But even with the disaster at hand, I admit, I'm very excited to have puppies.. Especially hers.. Then the problem of finding homes.. Lord help us...  

Sugar Update

Well, it worked and I got scared straight.. My sugars have been very good for the last 3 days and Dr. Andrews is happy with me. Happy enough to allow me to stay home with my family (for the time being).  He also checked my cervix today. Actually he was surprised to see that I was 2-3 cent. dilated.  I was not surprised at all..  After all, I've been have tons of contractions (which I told him).. So now my soul purpose is eating right and resting for the next 4 weeks.  I'm convinced she's coming early.. 

It's 4:30 and I'm...

kicked out of my own bed..  Alex  woke up and decided that he wanted to play. We convinced him to lay in bed with us, but there just wasn't the room.  My big belly was hanging off the edge, he was kicking me in the back and I had to just get up.. 

So, I guess I'll blog about my hospital visit friday night. I don't really want to, but what else is there to do at 4:45 in the am?  I went for and NST (stress test-routine). I do them twice a week now. Her heart rate was sometime 185 (not good) to 145 (fine).. There was lots of kicking (good) and some hick ups. :)  The nurse was type 1 diabetic and we did a lot of talking. She called the dr. with my results and since I had have a VERY BUSY DAY, I hadn't checked my sugar like I should have.  As a result, he said, "if she doesn't get her act together by Monday (tomorrow) I'm going to admit her to the hospital for the next 5 weeks". 

I didn't really show emotion while I was there except to joke it off with the nurse, but I cried all the way home and then more at home when Alex came running saying, mama mama mama and jumping into my arms.. The thought of loosing my family for 5 weeks.. Not good.

So, I did really good Sat. on my eating and checking my sugars and I had really good results all day. Even right now I'm a 94 (good) and eating some almonds (also good).. But it's  only been one day. I am completely convinced that most of the people around me don't know what it's like to be addicted to food.   For them, the choice of having a healthy baby or eating whatever is not a question.  They would all choose the healthy baby. I can't.  I suppose this is what I needed. The saying is "one day at a time". For me it's one minute at a time.. 

One thing we did Sat. was  plan out what we were going to make for dinner for the week.  I would say, that's usually my downfall.. The not knowing what to make, having something convenient and that always being bad for me, followed up with something sweet. So hopefully this will be one step in the right direction. We also checked out the new Fresh & Easy Market.. A pre-made salad for $3.50 isn't bad.. They are big enough for 2 servings. I got 3 for the week.. 

Anyway, I'm going to try to go back to bed. Things sound pretty quiet in there and hopefully Alex is back to sleep.. 

I suppose we'll find out Monday if I'm going to be locked up in prison or not.. I'll let you know.. 

I guess, just pray for strength for me.. I really need it...