Well another week down- the weekend weather resembled something from January as opposed to May. On Monday we got 4 inches of snow- I guess this plan on not being pregnant during the hot summer months is really going to work since we likely won't even have any days above 60 before the middle of June. Thinking back to last year when we had our wedding party and stole lilacs out of people's yards for our flowers. Wouldn't happen this year (not that we should have been doing it last year for that matter).
We had a new baby in the family this past week- a new calf that belongs to Louise (for those of you who haven't heard the story we have 3 cows, 2 of which run away so their names are Thelma and Louise). She had a baby boy that is black last Friday-- still don't have a name so he is number 10. People might think it is a little strange if we have to leave the hosiptal with our kid having a number 1 on it's ear if we still can't decide that either. Andy was disappointed as he was hoping for a girl- all I hope is that she doesn't get her mom's personality. Well actually Andy is probably thinking that about our real baby too :)
This weekend was Andy's cousins wedding- needless to say if I ever have another baby I am not going to any weddings if I can not drink. Just not the same experience. Although I was feeling much better about things Sunday morning as both Andy and our house guests woke up feeling worse than I did. As luck would have it I went to urgent care on Saturday for a bladder infection so if the truth was told I didn't feel that great either and there were no great stories associated with it.
Also spent the week watching Augusta, my parents dog while they are visiting my brother in Texas. Although I have no recollection of how much hair we must have had in the house growing up with 2 labs, not sure now how my mom did it. Between not having any grass and the hair housecleaning could be a full time job around here and sure enough our cleaning lady from Winona still hasn't been able to get over her fear of driving up hills and has yet to show up at the new house.
Had an appointment yesterday- everything is still going well with the exception of a stupid bladder infection. Turns out the antibiotics they gave me on Saturday are not going to work on the type of bacteria I have so I started a new one yesterday. Hopefully in the next few days it will kick in . Trying to do my best at exercising, but I am supposed to drink 2 gallons of water a day. Needless to say the dogs and I are limited to exercising around the farm so that we all can take bathroom breaks as needed. And no I have not put my toilet paper down for those of you who remember that incident.
Looking forward to the end of the week/weekend-- Winona takes part in a 100 mile garage sale which is really something from what I hear. Hoping to hit the sales Friday and Saturday and snatch up baby deals left and right. Wishing my mom could be here to bargain as I flat out suck at that part but can't blame her for laying around in 80 degree weather poolside instead of scrapping snow off the cars here.
I will update our items we have post after the bargains this weekend!
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Dresses
Okay so as if the clothes trying on this weekend wasn't bad enough...... Andy's cousin gets married on Saturday. Nobody told me that finding a maternity dress in the town of Winona would resemble something more of a scavenger hunt as opposed to retail therapy. Target has 2- and one looks like something you would only wear in Jamaica over a swim suit.
Seriously if I had any fashion sense or the ability to create things I would start my own "real women's" maternity collection. A trip to La Crosse or Rochester may be in order Saturday morning. The only bright thing was a friend from work gave me a few tops and a pair of jean capri's today in a size that starts with the same letter as lettuce (which maybe I should be eating more of and I wouldn't need that size). Then again they fit and if I have to drink milk, oreo's are necessary (right?).
Seriously if I had any fashion sense or the ability to create things I would start my own "real women's" maternity collection. A trip to La Crosse or Rochester may be in order Saturday morning. The only bright thing was a friend from work gave me a few tops and a pair of jean capri's today in a size that starts with the same letter as lettuce (which maybe I should be eating more of and I wouldn't need that size). Then again they fit and if I have to drink milk, oreo's are necessary (right?).
Monday, April 21, 2008
Looking for new friends
Well it was a great weekend with lots of visitors. Friday our friends Mark and Lindsay came to visit from Wisconsin Rapids. They had a baby 14 days ago and Lindsay was kind enough to "donate" all of her maternity clothes. Although it was great to see her the sheer fact that she could get rid of all of maternity clothes 10 days after having her 3rd child made me want to kill her. Andy enjoyed having a new baby in the house, Murphy did a great job balancing his curiosity with good behavior. I just sat in amazement at how anyone person could own this many items of maternity clothes and not need them 10 days later. Then again Lindsay gained something like 19 pounds total so that was icing on the cake.
Jolene and Corey were here this weekend as well so Jolene came over shortly after Mark and Lindsay left. It was great to see Jo and she thought it would be a good idea to have a little fashion show with the 200 items clothes that had just been dropped off. Now you must remember that Jolene is now 4 months pregnant and looks better than I do pre-pregnancy. So whatever hate I had left in my body was now directed at her as she laughed her ass off at me trying on clothes. Needless to say there were a few items that just didn't come up over the thighs and ass. I never wanted to drink a beer so badly but we resorted to enjoying our crystal light and eating.
Sometime on Friday night I decided that from now on to be my friend you must be
1. fat
2. out of shape
3. poor (or at least as poor as we are)
4. gained at least as much weigh as I have when you had a baby.
Screening shall begin today.
Saturday Jolene and I attempted to put this uppercase living saying I have had since fall on the hallway wall. Jolene is a bit more crafty than I so she seemed like a good candidate to help. Needless to say it was a huge pain in the rear and I don't think either of us will ever put another one up. It is still up on the wall but if you come over and can't make out the words because some of the letters have fallen down, don't say anything just use your imagination.
Sunday Andy and I went to the house in Winona to do a quick clean up (that means anything you clean you do so with wipes). There was an open house today and I thought about resorting to church to see if I could get some divine intervention going on the house end.
We ended up spending the day outside- which was just beautiful. We attempted to burn some brush that was left over from Andy's winter of wood cutting. Needless to say they only thing that really burned was what was left of our Christmas tree (but at least I can cross that off the list now). We spent the afternoon at the Groth farm- Andy's parents were also trying to burn. Murphy had a grand time and we spent about an hour trying to get all the burrs out of him upon our arrival home.
Now it is 3:08 a.m. and I can't sleep and after sitting in bed for 2 hours have decided that since I can't seem to get going on the physical training end of things I might as well get started on the sleep deprivation routine.
Sweet Dreams
Jolene and Corey were here this weekend as well so Jolene came over shortly after Mark and Lindsay left. It was great to see Jo and she thought it would be a good idea to have a little fashion show with the 200 items clothes that had just been dropped off. Now you must remember that Jolene is now 4 months pregnant and looks better than I do pre-pregnancy. So whatever hate I had left in my body was now directed at her as she laughed her ass off at me trying on clothes. Needless to say there were a few items that just didn't come up over the thighs and ass. I never wanted to drink a beer so badly but we resorted to enjoying our crystal light and eating.
Sometime on Friday night I decided that from now on to be my friend you must be
1. fat
2. out of shape
3. poor (or at least as poor as we are)
4. gained at least as much weigh as I have when you had a baby.
Screening shall begin today.
Saturday Jolene and I attempted to put this uppercase living saying I have had since fall on the hallway wall. Jolene is a bit more crafty than I so she seemed like a good candidate to help. Needless to say it was a huge pain in the rear and I don't think either of us will ever put another one up. It is still up on the wall but if you come over and can't make out the words because some of the letters have fallen down, don't say anything just use your imagination.
Sunday Andy and I went to the house in Winona to do a quick clean up (that means anything you clean you do so with wipes). There was an open house today and I thought about resorting to church to see if I could get some divine intervention going on the house end.
We ended up spending the day outside- which was just beautiful. We attempted to burn some brush that was left over from Andy's winter of wood cutting. Needless to say they only thing that really burned was what was left of our Christmas tree (but at least I can cross that off the list now). We spent the afternoon at the Groth farm- Andy's parents were also trying to burn. Murphy had a grand time and we spent about an hour trying to get all the burrs out of him upon our arrival home.
Now it is 3:08 a.m. and I can't sleep and after sitting in bed for 2 hours have decided that since I can't seem to get going on the physical training end of things I might as well get started on the sleep deprivation routine.
Sweet Dreams
Saturday, April 12, 2008
Items We Have
Have been getting several qut,ions about what items we need lately. I will try to update this as we get things!
We currently have:
crib, mattress, bassinett, baby bjorn, outdoor hiking carrier, 3 wheel jogging stroller, 1 pack and play, exersaucer, lots of clothes, Andy's diaper bag, baby gates, crib bumper pad, one sheet and bedskirt, high chair (gotta love ebay at 3 am when you can't sleep).....
We currently have:
crib, mattress, bassinett, baby bjorn, outdoor hiking carrier, 3 wheel jogging stroller, 1 pack and play, exersaucer, lots of clothes, Andy's diaper bag, baby gates, crib bumper pad, one sheet and bedskirt, high chair (gotta love ebay at 3 am when you can't sleep).....
Wednesday, April 9, 2008
Week 29
Well we have survived another week! We had an appointment on Monday and things continue to go well. Much to my delight I had a bladder infection that was causing the majority of my discomfort last week and has for the most part been taken care of with antibiotics. When she mentioned to make sure to go to the bathroom after sex Andy almost fell off the chair. Needless to say we don't believe that is the problem or the cure for that matter.I thought this was just par for the course for the next 10 weeks, but am damn glad that there was a logical explanation for it as the crabbiness was setting in.
The midwife scared the crap out of both of us when she mentioned the July word- as in they would be okay letting me go until the first week in July (if that is the case). She indicated that if everything was fine that it was very possible. Andy asked if husband relief would be a valid reason to induce but no go.
The weigh gain continues and Andy is now convinced that I will have stretch marks- but then again he might have a black eye if he mentions it again.
We tired to finish up the tiling and grouting in the laundry room this weekend and needless to say I didn't need yet another reminder that I can hardly get my ass off the floor so I think I will be done with those projects for now. I guess if it has waited this long- it can wait even longer.
Other than that things seem to be going just fine- my mom has kicked the craigslist shopping into full gear snatching up bargins from Rochester, MN to Davenport, IA. Although the idea of adding more crap to this house makes my stomach hurt, god knows I can't resist a bargin either.
Getting really sick of the weather and hoping that the sandles and gym short days are not far away. Only 3 weeks left of teaching so that will help pass the time quickly.
That's all for now folks!
The midwife scared the crap out of both of us when she mentioned the July word- as in they would be okay letting me go until the first week in July (if that is the case). She indicated that if everything was fine that it was very possible. Andy asked if husband relief would be a valid reason to induce but no go.
The weigh gain continues and Andy is now convinced that I will have stretch marks- but then again he might have a black eye if he mentions it again.
We tired to finish up the tiling and grouting in the laundry room this weekend and needless to say I didn't need yet another reminder that I can hardly get my ass off the floor so I think I will be done with those projects for now. I guess if it has waited this long- it can wait even longer.
Other than that things seem to be going just fine- my mom has kicked the craigslist shopping into full gear snatching up bargins from Rochester, MN to Davenport, IA. Although the idea of adding more crap to this house makes my stomach hurt, god knows I can't resist a bargin either.
Getting really sick of the weather and hoping that the sandles and gym short days are not far away. Only 3 weeks left of teaching so that will help pass the time quickly.
That's all for now folks!
Monday, March 31, 2008
New York Travels and Ultrasound 3
Well this past week Baby It, myself and my mom took a trip to the big apple. Needless to say it is a huge city, people everywhere, noise all around and unless kicking in the ribs can be interpreted as excitement, I don't think the baby liked the trip. I also don't think it will like roller coasters as the turbulence on the airplane was no picnic either. Just my predictions though.
We had a regular dr. appointment last week and everything is coming along just fine. Had to drink some sugary crap to see if I had gestational diabetes, which I do not. My cousin gave me some advice to not eat or drink much sugar the day before and I was the rocket scientist who scheduled the test the day after Easter. Needless to say not much candy for me and it seems in my absence this past week that Andy has done quite a number on it. Or perhaps he will blame it on Murphy.
In has come to my attention that I can no longer tie my shoes without being uncomfortable, (which is down right ridiculous). Praying that this weather ceases so selfishly I can just slip on sandals and not have another daily reminder on how large I am getting.
One other frightening note- I have been after Andy to hang a mirror in our bedroom (although I don't know why-- it isn't like at this stage you are really evaluating if these jeans make your ass look big- you don't need a mirror for that). At any rate, yesterday we met at Cabella's in Prairie du Chien and I found a cute pair of sweat pant like capris and a matching top. Again apparently my friends have failed me because trying on clothes in front of a full length mirror was about enough to force me to vow to quit eating anything that isn't grown in the ground and to find some renewed motivation to workout a bit more. Needless to say it was impossible for the outfit to look cute after a look at that so back to the rack it went. Today I spoke with Angie my former roomate and fitness guru about some specific exercieses that might address this. She suggested walking but unless I am going to start walking to work and back everyday I just simply don't think walking is going to do it.
Today we had an ultrasound and everything seems to be progressing along just fine. According to the ultrasound tech IT has some hair- although in somewhat of a mullet form at this point as it only exists on the back of it's head. Guess in these parts of the country some people still think that is fashionable so who knows IT might fit right in. IT also has somewhat long legs- Murphy knows it didn't get that from him so hopefully the McDermott side and Andy's legs have combined. They never measured how big around the legs were so it still could be an orange on a toothpick for all we know. IT was no longer backwards and had it head pointed in the right direction. I will upload some pictures tomorrow.
Other than that things going okay- having my first real days of discomfort these last few days but nothing too serious. My hemoglobin was low after last week so they had me start taking some iron pills in addition to my vitamins. For the women readers the two have some similar side effects that can add some additional discomfort to your life- as if you don't weigh enough already and have "extra" room for that. At any rate- with my travels wasn't too anxious to do any at home remedy's for fear of the after after affects and airplane bathrooms. Hopefully in a few days my body will get used to it and adjust.
Got a shot in the ass today literally given my negative blood type and checked in with the doctor on this stomach discomfort but sounds like for the moment no big deal. Will likley have another ultrasound in a few more weeks as the placenta moved some but is still kind of low. Part of me thinks they are fun but then again it is kind of creepy to have a little alien looking at you and for me the temptation to give in (so I can take full advantage of the upcoming garage sales of gender specific clothes) is greater every time. Today she had to turn the screen away so we could not see anything in the pelvic region. She said she didn't look but I thought about slipping her a 20 to see if she would reveal after Andy left but was too lazy to walk back to her area (which is a pretty good indication that the walking/toning plan might fail).
Well off to bed tonight hopefully- never in my life I have not been able to sleep (for those of you who know me well stop laughing). I am not talking about getting 8 instead of my usual 10-12 hours of sleep. Since friday night I have slept a total of about 10 hours and if you asked either Andy or Muphy they might tell you my blood type isn't the only think that is negative these days.
So sweet dreams and more to come!
We had a regular dr. appointment last week and everything is coming along just fine. Had to drink some sugary crap to see if I had gestational diabetes, which I do not. My cousin gave me some advice to not eat or drink much sugar the day before and I was the rocket scientist who scheduled the test the day after Easter. Needless to say not much candy for me and it seems in my absence this past week that Andy has done quite a number on it. Or perhaps he will blame it on Murphy.
In has come to my attention that I can no longer tie my shoes without being uncomfortable, (which is down right ridiculous). Praying that this weather ceases so selfishly I can just slip on sandals and not have another daily reminder on how large I am getting.
One other frightening note- I have been after Andy to hang a mirror in our bedroom (although I don't know why-- it isn't like at this stage you are really evaluating if these jeans make your ass look big- you don't need a mirror for that). At any rate, yesterday we met at Cabella's in Prairie du Chien and I found a cute pair of sweat pant like capris and a matching top. Again apparently my friends have failed me because trying on clothes in front of a full length mirror was about enough to force me to vow to quit eating anything that isn't grown in the ground and to find some renewed motivation to workout a bit more. Needless to say it was impossible for the outfit to look cute after a look at that so back to the rack it went. Today I spoke with Angie my former roomate and fitness guru about some specific exercieses that might address this. She suggested walking but unless I am going to start walking to work and back everyday I just simply don't think walking is going to do it.
Today we had an ultrasound and everything seems to be progressing along just fine. According to the ultrasound tech IT has some hair- although in somewhat of a mullet form at this point as it only exists on the back of it's head. Guess in these parts of the country some people still think that is fashionable so who knows IT might fit right in. IT also has somewhat long legs- Murphy knows it didn't get that from him so hopefully the McDermott side and Andy's legs have combined. They never measured how big around the legs were so it still could be an orange on a toothpick for all we know. IT was no longer backwards and had it head pointed in the right direction. I will upload some pictures tomorrow.
Other than that things going okay- having my first real days of discomfort these last few days but nothing too serious. My hemoglobin was low after last week so they had me start taking some iron pills in addition to my vitamins. For the women readers the two have some similar side effects that can add some additional discomfort to your life- as if you don't weigh enough already and have "extra" room for that. At any rate- with my travels wasn't too anxious to do any at home remedy's for fear of the after after affects and airplane bathrooms. Hopefully in a few days my body will get used to it and adjust.
Got a shot in the ass today literally given my negative blood type and checked in with the doctor on this stomach discomfort but sounds like for the moment no big deal. Will likley have another ultrasound in a few more weeks as the placenta moved some but is still kind of low. Part of me thinks they are fun but then again it is kind of creepy to have a little alien looking at you and for me the temptation to give in (so I can take full advantage of the upcoming garage sales of gender specific clothes) is greater every time. Today she had to turn the screen away so we could not see anything in the pelvic region. She said she didn't look but I thought about slipping her a 20 to see if she would reveal after Andy left but was too lazy to walk back to her area (which is a pretty good indication that the walking/toning plan might fail).
Well off to bed tonight hopefully- never in my life I have not been able to sleep (for those of you who know me well stop laughing). I am not talking about getting 8 instead of my usual 10-12 hours of sleep. Since friday night I have slept a total of about 10 hours and if you asked either Andy or Muphy they might tell you my blood type isn't the only think that is negative these days.
So sweet dreams and more to come!
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Week 25
So we are just ending week 25 of this process- everything is going well. We had an appointment last Friday and I have gained a whopping 18 pounds so far. My midwife swears a pound a week is average and that I should stay under 30 pounds total with 15 weeks to go. All I can think about is how damn much time it must take on the elliptical to remove 30 pounds. Of course that didn't stop me from consuming 2 boxes of girl scout cookies which Andy was so kind to bring home for me (bastard).
We have nothing ready for this child (IT) with the exception of a few small odds and ends our parents have picked up along the way. I can't even think about getting any "stuff" because if you have had the privilege of seeing our garage of late you would understand that right now despite the fact that we just upgraded the size of our house there is no room for "stuff". Besides I don't want to take the beds we have out of the bedrooms for those occasional guests who either kindly come to work on the house or take in the party festivities. I suppose in time I will have to surrender to getting a few things.
We completed the baby class a few weekends ago at Winona Health and although being a pretty good student most of my life- I would have flunked this class hands down. Of course I had to watch this ever enlightening movie on Friday night while Andy was working away. Seriously- not sure why anyone in their right mind would let someone tape that process even if it was for educational purposes. Saturday I nearly fainted (for real) while taking a tour of the hospital. Haven't had that spinning feeling since the last wedding we attended which could explain alot about how we got into this situation in the first place. Never really had the experience before but sure hope it isn't a preview of what is to come. Then again if I fall down and hit my head really hard the whole thing might just seem like a blur and based on the content of the class that might not be a bad thing. Needless to say Andy was really excited about the breathing exercises and we got reprimanded in class for laughing because he kept encouraging me to substitute the "hee or haw" words with some that I might actually really use. Another reason for the F.
This weekend we had some company in the form of a 1 year old (Riley, Corey and Jolene's little guy). Very interesting to see how Murphy was so jelous of Andy and anything he did with this little man. I just thought it was intersting how much noise some toys can make and that glass on your coffee tables probably isn't the greatest idea with kids if you want them to look clean.
I go in 2 weeks for another appointment and to drink some apparently kind of gross tasting stuff to see if I have gestational diabetes ( a routine thing I understand). So far IT's heart rate has been 150 something every single time we have heard it which further encourages Andy that it is in fact a girl.
Well will do my best to update this on occassion and fill everyone in on the fun.
More later!
We have nothing ready for this child (IT) with the exception of a few small odds and ends our parents have picked up along the way. I can't even think about getting any "stuff" because if you have had the privilege of seeing our garage of late you would understand that right now despite the fact that we just upgraded the size of our house there is no room for "stuff". Besides I don't want to take the beds we have out of the bedrooms for those occasional guests who either kindly come to work on the house or take in the party festivities. I suppose in time I will have to surrender to getting a few things.
We completed the baby class a few weekends ago at Winona Health and although being a pretty good student most of my life- I would have flunked this class hands down. Of course I had to watch this ever enlightening movie on Friday night while Andy was working away. Seriously- not sure why anyone in their right mind would let someone tape that process even if it was for educational purposes. Saturday I nearly fainted (for real) while taking a tour of the hospital. Haven't had that spinning feeling since the last wedding we attended which could explain alot about how we got into this situation in the first place. Never really had the experience before but sure hope it isn't a preview of what is to come. Then again if I fall down and hit my head really hard the whole thing might just seem like a blur and based on the content of the class that might not be a bad thing. Needless to say Andy was really excited about the breathing exercises and we got reprimanded in class for laughing because he kept encouraging me to substitute the "hee or haw" words with some that I might actually really use. Another reason for the F.
This weekend we had some company in the form of a 1 year old (Riley, Corey and Jolene's little guy). Very interesting to see how Murphy was so jelous of Andy and anything he did with this little man. I just thought it was intersting how much noise some toys can make and that glass on your coffee tables probably isn't the greatest idea with kids if you want them to look clean.
I go in 2 weeks for another appointment and to drink some apparently kind of gross tasting stuff to see if I have gestational diabetes ( a routine thing I understand). So far IT's heart rate has been 150 something every single time we have heard it which further encourages Andy that it is in fact a girl.
Well will do my best to update this on occassion and fill everyone in on the fun.
More later!
Technology is a wondeful thing
I have decided that since I teach my students the ways in which we communicate are forever changing but have never really used any of the tools--this is my attempt at not being a hypocrite.
Besides you all keep asking the same type of questions so maybe I will reduce my phone minutes and not get grounded from my husband for my overage charges if I blog (that sounds like some strange illness you got on an exotic trip to me).
So with that we start the mcdermott groth baby log. And no for all of you who want pictures of how big my stomach is ---not happening. Imagine what would happen if you swallow a basketball and that is what I look like (well Andy may tell you that some other things have increased in size to but I will choose to not dwell on that and with any luck the rest of my body will all go back to normal someday as well).
Besides you all keep asking the same type of questions so maybe I will reduce my phone minutes and not get grounded from my husband for my overage charges if I blog (that sounds like some strange illness you got on an exotic trip to me).
So with that we start the mcdermott groth baby log. And no for all of you who want pictures of how big my stomach is ---not happening. Imagine what would happen if you swallow a basketball and that is what I look like (well Andy may tell you that some other things have increased in size to but I will choose to not dwell on that and with any luck the rest of my body will all go back to normal someday as well).
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