Ants and Egg Sacks...

One of my pregnant friends can totally relate to the following story. For the past couple of weeks I have been having REALLY weird/creepy/petrifying/funny/drug-addict-like dreams. Two nights ago (Halloween) was one of the drug-addict-like dreams. We had some friends over and watched Disturbia (scary one, mom says it sounds like Alfred Hitchcock's "Rear Window") and ate some food. It was nice to just lounge around and watch a scary movie with our husbands. Now, I absolutely HATE scary movies or really anything scary in general. But, I've seen this movie multiple times so it doesn't give me nightmares anymore. Or so I thought... We went to bed around 11:30 and at 1:15 I remember feeling something touching my arm and it itched and I thought there was a bug on me. I was kind of in that so asleep, yet kind of awake at the same time thing. I opened my eyes and because they were all out of focus I "saw" little bugs all over the ceiling. This next part I don't remember, but George said I jumped out of bed all panicky and I go, "George, get up! There's ants and egg sacks all over the ceiling!!" George, all groggy- "Becca, no there's not." I guess I ran over to the other side of the room by the light switch, "I'm going to turn on the light, LOOK!" I turn on the light and George is snickering a little. This is when I completely wake up. I rub my eyes and look around, "Oh, sorry. I'm going back to bed." Ha ha ha. I was so embarrassed when he retold the story to me in the morning. Ants and egg sacks???? Weird. I sounded like a hallucinating drug-addict. I'm not, don't worry. Just pregnant. :)

E.L.F.

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No, not even a little like that.

So everyone has been asking about names. Yes, we've picked two out. Girl: Charlotte, boy: Aiden. Now, I love Charlotte, not Charly. And I love Charlotte with the middle name Ruth (my mom's name for those who don't know), not Russe. GRRR. Why do people do that? Everyone has tainted my love of the name Charlotte Ruth because of the blasted clothing store in the mall, Charlotte Russe. gag. "Oh cute, you mean like Charlotte Russe?" NO. If I wanted it to be that, I would have said it. So I need a new middle name. I would love for it to start with an 'R'. Also, Aiden's middle name will be Jex. End of story.....

It's a BABY!!

Today was a blast. I had my first ultrasound appointment. George came with me and got to see the baby moving around and he saw the heart beating (still to early to hear). He was so excited! I am so excited too. This weekend was great. I went Saturday through Monday without being nauseous or throwing up!!!! However, I've been sick all day today, lame. The doctor moved my due date up a couple of days. So now I'm due May 17. Here's a picture of our little one. Only 9 more weeks and we'll know if it's a boy or girl. I can't wait! Let me know what you all think it'll be. My mom thinks I'll only have girls. We shall see!!

Lame Dr. Appointment

Well yesterday was my first appointment. It was dumb. I don't think the doctor even touched me. Now don't get me wrong, I really am NOT looking forward to the next 7 months of my privacy being ULTRA invaded... But I was expecting maybe a little more than questions regarding my family medical history, why my acid reflux is SO bad and if caffeine (aka. Diet Coke) is "technically" safe for me to drink. But, my next appointment (TWO WEEKS!!!) I get an ultrasound, YAY! I finally get to see this little bean that is reeking havoc on my insides! It's funny, as each day goes by, I really am getting more and more excited to be a mother. George is getting really excited too. He is going to be a fabulous father. He is so good with our nieces and baby Drew. I hope we get a little boy. I know, I know... I'll be happy with either, as long as he/she is healthy. But really, I would love a family of boys. They have way cooler toys.

Thanks guys!

Thank you all so much for the comments and advice for me. I really appreciate it. I have actually had a good couple of days. I only threw up once yesterday and so far, nothing today. I've discovered that my new favorite place to lose it is in the kitchen sink. I don't know, a little more glamorous than the ceramic bowl on the ground. And I can stand up, barf, clean up and go on with my life...... gag. I hate this. Yesterday I went shopping for some new clothes because mine are fitting tight already... yes I know... I'm a fatty. It was so so fun though. I went into the Motherhood Maternity (you were right Teira, way claustrophobic) and found tons of cute stuff. They even have this pillow thing that you can strap around you too see how humongous you'll be.... yeah, depressing. I felt like a tank. And none of the dresses fit because I'm so tall... grr. So much for being a hot pregnant momma at church. :o) Anyway, it was a nice experience and other than the constant nausea and daily vomiting, I felt a small connection with this child of mine and realized just how excited I am to be a mom, yet also thrilled that it's still 7 months away!

BIG NEWS!!!

Well, I was going to wait a little while longer, but I am in need of advice. I am officially 8 weeks pregnant!! This coming Tuesday is my first appointment and I might be able to hear the heartbeat! I am so so excited, but so so sick. I really hate this and my mom wasn't ever sick while she was pregnant. I've tried a lot of things but can't seem to find a remedy that works. Any ideas?? Let me know asap!

WOW

Well, I love my life. George and I are loving our new place and all the space!! We moved VERY quickly on a Saturday and had everything unpacked and put away by Monday. It was GREAT! I also got released from my nursery calling (I'm actually really sad, I love those kids) and am now the 1st counselor in the Primary Presidency. Crazy, and a ton of work... oh yeah, primary program in 3 weeks!! But it's a great calling and I'm loving it more each week. We can't believe how much the Lord has blessed us in our almost year of marriage. It's funny, when things get harder, I really recognize the Lord's hand in my life. Which, I guess, is His purpose. When we start to get comfortable and not recognize all He does, we are challenged. And now, we are being blessed with a tremendous opportunity to learn and grow in ways we never have before.

BAAAH!!!! (loud scream inside my head)

New rant: Moving, sucks. I was so excited to find a new place, a bigger place, with cheaper rent, painted walls, CUPBOARDS AND CLOSETS. Little did I know that moving is a HUGE deal. And this microscopic apartment we're in now, HA! Who knew we could have THIS MANY BOXES IN MY FRONT ROOM!!! You know, there are only 2 of us living here. AND, I went through my closet and got rid of almost 3/4 of it! SO DID GEORGE!!! So where did all these boxes come from!? And why are they so heavy?! George is in school all day tomorrow and I could be spending my glorious day UNpacking in our new, wonderful condo. But NO! I'm a wimpy girl. The thing about moving is, you still have to live. You still need to eat, shower, use clothing...... so there are still a TON of things that COULD be packed, but no, we are slaves to our human needs. Anyway, for those of you reading this that have moved from somewhere MUCH bigger than a 1 bedroom apartment and are moving MORE that 2 people, bless your heart :)

Sorry about that......

Ok, so the last post was a little emotional and harsh. And I'm sorry. I had a friend call for a haircut a week or so ago and I asked, "So, are we just doing a haircut, or do you want some color?" ONLY so I could mark in my book the right amount of time for her. She goes, "Well, after reading your blog.... I mean, all I really want is a trim." Oh gosh, I felt horrible. So for any of you reading this now, sorry for the rant. I'll still do your hair with a smile on my face, no matter what you would like to do. Why? Because I love my job. I love doing hair and seeing different people everyday, and also the same people every 4-6 weeks. Thank you, consistent clients, and prospective clients as well. Love you all!! :-)