A Special Anniversary

Matt and I celebrated our 8th Wedding anniversary on December 21. We went out to The Keg for a delicious dinner, in which I ordered steak and lobster, and thoroughly enjoyed every bite. It kinda hit us that this was our last anniversary just him and I. It wasn't a sad thought, just a realization that our lives are going to change very soon, we're not going to be just Matt and Suzie anymore. We are going to be Matt, Suzie and Jelly Bean. Wowza. So much to look forward to.

The evening of the 21st saw us at the annual Burton Christmas Party. For those of you who know the family, you understand when I say it is an energetic evening, filled with fun and lots of volume. We love it. This year, Matt's brother's wife is also pregnant, about 6 weeks behind me, and so we took a few pics of our bellies. We also got to see Matt's little 2nd cousin, Harper, who is just 6 weeks old. Matt rocked him to sleep, and we both melted a little. He is going to be such a great daddy, and the next time he rocks a little baby to sleep, it'll most likely be our own--how crazy is that?!?!?!?

My Pet Alien ( 29 Weeks )

Ever seen that alien movie where the alien erupts from some ladies stomach--that's kinda what I'm feeling right now. Jelly Bean is moving and kicking so much lately. For instance, as we speak, I'm pretty sure he/she is trying to pry their way out of my ribs. It doesn't hurt, but sometimes becomes a little uncomfortable, especially when he/she's movements interfere with my stomach. It really is like having a little alien inside me, just waiting to get out.

On a different note, I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE my maternity clothes---I went shopping this week and got some great deals. I cannot believe I haven't done it sooner. I think we should incorporate elastics into all our clothing. One cannot lose when there is elastic waistlines involved. Just think, over-eating at a holiday meal would not longer need to see a popped top button, and I do believe that pregnancy panels would solve a lot of problems when it comes to low rise jeans. **SIGH**...I really think all us ladies should consider adapting the elastic panel as a true fashion statement beyond pregnancy--at least until I can fit into my skinny jeans again--that way I won't feel alone, and you too can experience the freedom of a flexible wait band.

IT'S A BOY!!! ...

...at least that's what I'm guessing. It's true, we still haven't found out, and we still don't know, but it seems like everyone that we know are having girls. And the numbers gotta even out at some point right? That, and the fact that we have set girls name, but for the life of us we can't come up with a boys name that pops as much as the girls name we have.

So...that's my logic. No ultrasound confirmation, no ring test, no tummy analysis, no crazy hippy voodoo stuff, just a gut feeling. We'll see if I'm right.

Now don't get me wrong. I'm actually hoping for a girl, for two main reasons. First, the name thing. Second, I had millions of younger brothers but no younger sisters. So I've never had a little girl to take care of and protect. And I kinda want that ok?

The Beginning of the End...

Today, we are officially 27 Weeks, 3 Days. We also had our first appointment with our OB/GYN today--a doctor that won't be mine for long, because she is slated to give birth herself at the end of December. I'm a little disappointed, because she is awesome, but I suppose she's entitled to have a baby too.

So much has been going on lately! Matt and I moved into a brand new house, which has taken a lot of effort--for Matt especially. A pregnant woman is fairly useless when it comes to moving boxes. Thank goodness for a strong husband and good friends and family, or it would have never happened.

Last week, I did a test for gestational diabetes. I had to drink a rather distasteful drink, and then had a bunch of blood drawn. For some reason, my doctor ordered the LONG test, where I had to fast for 8 hours previous, then drink the drink, then wait an hour, have blood drawn, then wait ANOTHER hour, and have more blood drawn. Wasn't my favourite way to spend the morning, but everything came back normal, so I suppose it was worth it.

It is hard to believe I am nearing the end of my second trimester. The time has gone by so fast. I feel the baby kick all the time now, and my belly is definitely noticeable. In fact, I can rarely go anywhere without having someone comment on it. Matt and I are getting more and more excited, and can hardly believe things are moving so quickly. We have been reading up on all sorts of baby/birth related things. There is so much to learn, and so much to absorb.

I am so loving being pregnant, and have frequent conversations with my little Jelly Bean. It is amazing how much you can love someone you've never even met.

Oh--an here's a pic of me, taken today, for all those who like Jelly Bean Belly updates :)