Lesson Learned

16 weeks today and going strong. Up until this last week, I had still been feeling miserable. I was sick all the time and getting more and more frustrated. I felt like I wasn't eating right (still feel like that a bit) and just didn't know what to do. Matt, Whitney, my mom, and other family members have been for weeks suggesting I switch to taking my vitamins at night. I had this bizarre mental thing that I thought the baby wouldn't be getting all the nutrition throughout the day if I took them at night. It is still all wound up in my head and way complicated to explain. But...after one super frustrating day last week thinking it would never end and how could I go on, I switched my vitamins to the night time. Now, I don't want to jinx anything but so far so good. It has made such a difference! Mornings are still a bit slow and now more than ever if I don't eat often I want to die. So, basically lesson learned. I understand. And I hope our little babe is continuing to grow strong and healthy.

We have an exciting week ahead finding out the gender and another doctor's appointment. Stay tuned for that later this week.

Giving Thanks

We sure did have an awesome Thanksgiving! I loved spending time with my family, although we did miss Courtney. Connecticut was such a new place and it was fun to see. My mom has done a great job of making their new house a home. We went into Boston, which despite the freezing wind, was a really cool city. Wish we had more time and warm weather to explore it. Matt and I really love big cities and all there is to do there. Thanksgiving day was delicious as ever. Although it was a quick trip, I am soo glad we were able to go out. Thanks to my parents for all they do! They truly are the best!

Successful Turkey Bowl - no serious injuries

Smoked Turkey - success

Happy Thanksgiving

on the ferry to the USS Consitution - Boston, MA

Family's Reaction

One of the best things so far about this pregnancy has been telling our families our news. They have all been so excited and so supportive. We told my family via FaceTime. Got to love technology. We told my grandparents with the pumpkin. With Matt's family, we dressed up for a family Halloween party as newspaper ads. I had a sweet phone call with my Nana as well. It has been so fun!

 

1+1 = 3

Alright the word is officially out. The only people that read this blog have known for a few weeks, so I feel a little silly. But yes it is true, Matt and I will have a little babe joining our family in May. We are so excited! Throughout the pregnancy, I have been keeping a journal so I don't forget things. I am pretty much through my first trimester. It has been an adventure. I sure hope the sickness ends soon. We both like our doctor and things are progressing well.

A few of my first trimester favorite things:
- Cheerios
- yogurt and granola
- popsicles
- salt and vinegar chips
- baths
- Noni body butter (thanks for the tip Whit)
- Unisom
- air conditioning

Obsessed

Les Mis has always been my absolute favorite. The music is so powerful. I just love it. For my 21st birthday, I got to go home to Chicago and went with my family to see the show. Talk about best birthday ever! Anyways, it was incredible and I became more obsessed. Much to the dismay of Matt, Les Mis Pandora station is often playing in our home. So you can imagine my excitement when I found out a movie was coming out this Christmas. Here is proof of my excitement with an email from my dad sharing the news: 

I have watched the trailer many times. One day I may or may not have watched it over and over on repeat for like 8 times. This movie is not going to disappoint. I am not a fan of movie theaters, but you can bet I will be at the theaters. And then I will watch it on Redbox. And then I will buy it the day it comes out. For those of you who have not seen the trailer I leave it with you so you can see the goodness this film will be.