24 Weeks

This week has been ca-razy! I'm really going to be sad that I don't have a long weekend this weekend ha-ha. We've had so much fun these last 4 weeks with getting ready for Christmas, celebrating with family and friends and then packing everything away to get ready for a new year.

To say this year went by fast is a total understatement, I still cannot believe that I am going to have a little girl in 3 months AND that my baby boy will be 3 this year. I just keep trucking along though doing everything I can to prepare while navigating my way through the mood swings of a defiant 2 year old.

As far as New Years resolutions go, I really didn't think about it. I guess if I had to pick they would be to lose those 30 pounds I started on pre-pregnancy, save money and get out of debt and to keep my cool with Parker. My patience is gooooone and I hate how quickly I lose it with him, it doesn't make anything better that's for sure.

On to the survey and picture! Please ignore my shower along with my jammies and lack of makeup.

How far along? 24 weeks
Total weight gain/loss: Sadly I'm up 14 pounds total.  
Maternity clothes? Oh yes although some of them are getting annoying, pulling my pants up 5 million times a day is getting old. 
Sleep: Uncomfortable
Best moment this week: Feeling Emma move all over, she must be stretched out in there.
Movement: My little mover and shaker
Food cravings: Anything sweet, that's probably why I'm up 14 pounds lol
Gender: Girl!
Labor Signs: No thank you.
Belly Button in or out? In, but getting shallow
What I miss: Still can't bend over without getting winded but I'm also missing sleeping soundly
What I am looking forward to: Getting the nursery done. 
Weekly Wisdom: Naps are A-Okay
Milestones: Emma has moved on up and is so much more active. 

PS these pajamas are the most comfortable things EVER...they're from Motherhood and I may be getting another set soon.

I'm not blogging much these days so I won't promise any posts about what we've been up to but I might make  it back for a big random post soon. Happy New Year!

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Home Again

For those of you who noticed the new look...or just read about it on Facebook, I've been home with Parker man since yesterday.

We woke up yesterday and did our normal routine but when I went in the bedroom to kiss Parker good morning I noticed he was hot. I was surprised because he hasn't had fever in a while and he has been on antibiotics pretty much the entire month of September and is in the process of finishing one off.

Parker of course was acting mostly the same and the only thing that may have tipped me off (other than his temperature) was the fact that any and every little thing upset him and he was very clingy. He spent most of the morning in my lap instead of zooming around to play with this or that.

So today is round 2 and I'm hoping that it'll be the end of it. Poor buddy, he just hasn't had a great month. I'm so worried he's going to need another surgery to have his tubes replaced, I'd really love these ear infections to disappear!

One good thing is that today is Friday and we have all weekend to rest and get well! I hope you all have a wonderful weekend.

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2 years and 8 Weeks

Hi there! I'm finally siting down at the computer to write an update, I'm sure y'all missed me and were just filled with worry about why I wasn't posting (yeah right). Anywho, it's been pretty boring around here lately...I get up, get Parker to school, go to work, go get Parker, go home, whine to Michael that I don't want to cook, don't want to clean the house...you get it. I'm being the laziest pregnant lady ever.

Other than my lack of domestic goddess-ness...is that a word? We just celebrated Parker's 2nd birthday! Happy birthday to my sweet boy, he's getting so big and I can't believe how fast the time goes! His party was wonderful, he had an awesome time and loved all of his gifts. We did have one accident, Parker was standing to close to his older cousin (6) who was not paying attention and was hit with a plastic baseball bat in the forehead. I wasn't very happy but in true Parker fashion, he cried for a total of 5 minutes (if that) and was back playing in no time...purple goose egg and all. He's a tough little guy, that's for sure!

Today we gathered all of the clothes and shoes to get them washed and have opened one or two presents. He has quite the loot, let me tell you! Now I need to go through old toys and all of his clothes to put away for Button, if Button is a boy, then hopefully I can get Parker's room a little more organized.

In other news, Button has been baking for 8 weeks! I quickly realized that Button's pregnancy is and will be NOTHING like Parker's was. I am nauseous 24-7 and have food aversions that I didn't have last time. I crave salad and chocolate, I'm unable to button my pants (unless I wear them all week and they're good and stretched out) My belly is much bigger than it was the first time at this week in pregnancy and I don't sleep well. They say every pregnancy is different and it's obviously true...I guess I just had no idea because my pregnancy with Parker was pretty easy except for the awful heat. I'm ready for September 29th when I can finally see Button and fall in love even more!

Please excuse my make up free face, it's Sunday and I don't really care about looking pretty today. 

How far along? 8 weeks

Total weight gain/loss: Lost 4 pounds since I found out and then gained them back this week...oops. Time to start walking!

Maternity clothes? I need them but I'm cheap to buy new ones so I'm waiting for my clothes back from a friend.

Sleep: I can't seem to get comfortable right now so it takes longer to fall asleep and stay asleep.

Best moment this week: Parker rocking a pretend baby singing "baby, baby, baby"

Movement: None. 

Food cravings: Salad and Chocolate when I'm not nauseous.

Gender: don't know yet. 

Labor Signs: No thank you.

Belly Button in or out? In. 

What I miss: Not being nauseous!

What I am looking forward to: Finding out the sex, feeling movement, decorating the nursery

Weekly Wisdom: Orange juice is awesome.

Milestones: Hitting the 8 week mark! I can't believe it's been 4 weeks since I got the positive test!

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Sniffles and Sneezes

That's what we have going on at our house. Between me and Parker, I'm not sure which one of us is doing more!

Poor Parker has been congested and chugged up for over a week, in fact, we were at the doctor's office last Friday. Dr. G told us he was good to go with some Robitusin and nose spray so that's what we've done. Unfortunately he hasn't gotten any better and we were back in to see Dr. H while Dr. G was away...his right ear (the one with the clogged up tube) is infected. His left ear looks great, funny how that happens.

So we're home with an antibiotic every 12 hrs for 10 days, and as long as he isn't running fever, he'll be good to go to his buddy's birthday party tomorrow. He'd be sad to miss it! Right now though, he's getting a much needed nap, I think Button and I will do the same!

Have a great weekend everyone!

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Yesterday I mentioned how I've had major bloat going on in the last week. I can't even believe the difference in my belly after just a week. I've heard that you show faster with your second pregnancy and I guess I'm no exception, see for yourself! The picture on the left was taken last Monday, a day after getting a BFP. The one on the right is today, a week later.

Compared to 14 weeks with Parker

So yeah...I'm showing early...really early. But whatevs! I'm ok with that. I actually lost a pound last week and hope to keep losing by making smart food choices. I'm convinced that I can still eat the amount needed for Button and I to be healthy and still lose or at least maintain. Anyway that's a conversation for me and Dr. S to have next month.

In other news, my child has decided he doesn't like diapers anymore. He pulls his pants down, removes his diaper and runs around naked. He also has been asking to "Sit da potty" so my sweet father and step-momma in law got Parker an Elmo potty chair. It has been 2 days and he's gone tee-tee twice! he gets a mini oreo cookie when he goes on the potty.

I want to thank Allison from O My Family for the post about Elmo's potty song, we watch 2 or 3 times each time he "Sits da potty" it helps him hold still and take care of business, while telling him that it's "potty time"

I know we're not ready for big boy undies yet but I'm planning on getting some training undies and taking a weekend to see how he does when he can see how an accident feels. 

Anyone else preggers? Showing at the rate of Bella Cullen? Anyone thinking about potty training or in the process of potty training? I'm open to tips on anything from great foods for pregnant ladies and keeping my kiddo focused on the job at hand (doing his business on the potty).

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1 Week Down

So it's been a week since I found out I'm expecting, and I can definitely say that this pregnancy has been super easy so far. I haven't had the pain in my boobs like last time and while I'm tired, I'm not totally wiped out at the end of the day.

I am going to say though that this week I feel like I've gained 50 pounds...I'll be weighing tomorrow and do see how much I've gained but man! I couldn't even button my shorts today, and even though I don't know exactly how far along I am I know for sure I'm not THAT far along. My last pregnancy, I was buying maternity jeans at 9 weeks because I wasn't able to button my jeans. I just don't like having that full uneasy feeling all day but being hungry every few hours.

I'm not going crazy with the food either so I know it's not from eating to much, I am drinking a lot more water though so that could be a factor. I have decided to stay on Weight Watchers, I'll continue tracking and will allow myself the extra 300 calories for Button, I'll just make healthy choices and correct portion sizes. I hope that I can maintain a healthy weight and not gain a whole lot like last time. Of course I'll talk with my doctor next week and get her opinion.

I told Parker that he'd have a baby brother or sister soon and at one point I asked him which he wanted, a baby brother or a baby sister, he said "No" ha-ha so we'll see how that goes.

Well friends, it's time for bed! I'll be back tomorrow or Monday!

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Wordless Wednesday

OK since I know I'm going to forget this tomorrow I'm just going to post it now.

Don't you just die of cuteness overload? I do!

Happy Wednesday!

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Updates and General Randomness

I've been offline for a while. It's not that I didn't think about writing a post here and there because I did, it's just that whenever I get home and get everything I do done, I just want to hit the hay. You know? So here is a little catch up post with pictures from the last few months. A ton of pictures actually so if you're not interested in looking at the cutest kid ever, don't scroll down.

Here are pictures from our first zoo trip of the year back in April. Parker had a great time and it was so fun listening to him point out the animals he knew.

 Wearing his hat

 I finally got a picture of me and the kiddo, I'm always the one behind the camera.

 One of his favorite animals, he was saying "Raaaawr"

Walking with Daddy to the next area.

These next ones are from the weekend before Easter. Parker and I traveled down to Houston to spend time with my side of the family. He of course was spoiled beyond belief and had a lot of fun.

 Parker with his Uncle Awesome

 Egg hunting!

 Checking out his basket of goodies.

Sharing the love with Destiny...that boy is crazy about his "nene"

This is the only picture I took on Easter Sunday...shame on me.

These next pictures are the most recent and are random from our daily lives. My child has a new found love for anything he can put on his head. Buckets, bowls, wash rags, toys...Mom's undies...yeah it's been fun!

 "Hat"

Cool dude.

I can't believe that my baby will be 2 in a couple of months...I'm freaking out a little bit. I've got his party planned in my mind but we'll see how it turns out. I'll more details on that later.

Can't wait to post about Father's day on Sunday. Parker has a big surprise for his daddy so I'll be sure to take pictures of the gift opening.

Have a great Monday everyone!



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Lazy Momma

I'm a bad blogger...I've been pretty lazy lately with this and I need to get back on it! So just so you can see what we're going to be up to this weekend, here's a picture for you to melt over. Have a happy weekend!

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