37 weeks

Nothing happening yet. Doc said he won't even check me until 39 weeks. I told him everyone says I am small, and he says. "well, you're not big" but I think it's just how I dress. I was shopping for a dress today and put on some that made me look and feel like a house. Also, Motherhood Maternity has a really lousy return policy. Good thing i didn't even know that store existed in the mall until now. Didn't even bother to go to Pea in the Pod. Was pretty wiped after gym, doctors, eating and 2 mall shops.

BP: 108/70, heart rate strong. My tour is scheduled for 6/7. Better late than never. I am getting worried about this teensy apartment, but I know it's not permanent. I am excited for the shower. I think I'll make Rick come since it's a small group and he never sees his mom. No idea when he'll leave. Friday could be the day, but they've really messed up and know he's starting to realize if he gets through this weekend, he might as well just stay. Especially since his birthday is Friday so I don't think he wants to leave then. However, we're both really bored at home all this time.

36 Weeks

Nothing exciting going on. Baby is head down, apparently normal sized, heart rate good. just have to wait. Going back weekly now.

Rick is still here, and may be for a while. We still have insurance apparently, just no income. There is a pretty big glitch in the paperwork/organization, so we'll see if it gets worked out, or he needs to start applying for other billets.

So we're just enjoying our early summer together so far. Seen 3 movies in 4 days. Working out, organizing, etc. Will try to take him shopping today just to look around, but we really don't have the space for any baby stuff. Just the essentials.

Almost 8 months

Nothing new to report. Feeling good, trying to get lots of rest, sleeping is okay some days, lousy some days. Usually the first 4-5 hours are good. He is moving a ton during the day.

I hope our week straight of rain has passed. The river is flooded so we're not rowing on the water and it's really tough to continue motivation on land. We head to Philadelphia on Thursday for our last race.

Last night, the girls had a little baby shower for me. It was really cute, they were really proud of themselves. It was a total surprise too. Got an album and a little PJ set. They're a good bunch of kids.

Rick is still here and seems to be in no rush to leave. Which is good and bad, but I think he needs to get on it. They are just really disorganized and it is up to him to get his stuff in line.

Busy Week

Lots to report, but i just never felt like sitting down to type. We are moved in, it's good, not great. good location, easy to get to and access, but i miss our old place. I miss the Tivo and while i thought that place was a little cluttered, this one is definitely lived in and kitchy. lots of crappy crap and stuff crammed into every nook and cranny. way too much kitchen goods and old stuff - like it was the dumping ground for aunts and uncles and friends who knew they were setting up a second rental place in the city. ick. bed is uncomfy, but i'll live. balcony is full of pigeon crap and the birds come and coo in the morning. i got really spoiled the last year.

We moved LATE Thursday, rested Friday and unpacked this weekend. It took a lot out of me. I didn't do any heavy lifting but just being up too late (got a late start, R likes to sleep and is slow moving) and then morning practice Friday, I am still really wiped. Saturday was another pre-6am wake up so I'm using today to recoup.

We had Virginia State championships for the lower boats on Saturday and my boat got 2nd of 13. They did really well and I was pleased. Went to Colleen's new house in Alexandria for a Derby party. Risa visited today and we went for pedicures and ice cream. Now we're vegging out while it rains and doing a puzzle. Very exciting lives. I'm trying to elevate my feet since I think they're a little puffy from being up and around so much more than usual.

I'm geting a little more uncomfortable as I get into 34 weeks, but it's not always and a lot less today even than yesterday. Just crowded internally generally and some back/rib pain. But I feel good now. Got doctor on Wednesday. I will get back to the gym and see if that helps at all. Seems contrary, but moving is good for me. He's still moving a lot. I've gained almost 30 pounds and I'm feeling that a bit, more when clothes don't fit as opposed to when I try to do stuff. I'm not extra clumsy or off balanced, just less flexible at times.

Rick is planning on leaving Thursday to drive cross country.