November 18, 2007 - Sunday

It's been a few weeks since my last blog. I was pretty busy while Trav was visiting with Halloween and all and since then, I just have not had time nor inclination to blog. Later, I will try to do a review of at least the high points.

Today was a good day - at least as good as it can be taking 3 kids to the Mall while being 12 weeks pregnant and being alone! I got up and thought about the fact that I am REALLY late getting a present out to Trav for his birthday. So, I took the kids out to the Mall today to buy what I had planned on getting him - a new wallet. When he was here, I looked over his and realized that a) his was starting to get a little ragged and most importantly b) he REALLY needs to go through it and get rid of stuff he doesn't need anymore! Yeah! That made the decision on what to buy him pretty easy!!! Plus, I got the kids' school pics back so I can put one of each in his wallet so he has those. I figured that makes it more personal and a sweeter gift. ;-) I got it, put it together and now have to find a box to ship it in. Also got him birthday cards as well as birthday cards for Sue. Spoiled myself a bit with 6 pair of black socks, 3 pair of stay at home fuzzy socks and a Christmas scrapbook from Hallmark that I plan to finish as a gift. I also got the two older kids 2 pair of jeans from the Disney store and a Power Ranger costume for Braden for next Halloween! (I hope he likes Power Rangers next year!) We had lunch at the food court, cookies and pretzels for snacks and just had fun walking around. The kids did their customary "Check out Santa from afar", but would not sit on his lap. Too funny!!! Wonder if they will ever get over that? Came home and just hung out after making the kids (and myself) clean up our messes from the past couple of days. Now just trying to figure out what to make for dinner while enjoying some time to just sit and relax. Kids are playing really well together so I can enjoy myself. This won't last long...when the baby is here, ANY relax time will be a thing of the past.

Time to go watch the oldest two slow dance!!! Too cute!!!

Week in Review - October 16-22, 2007

October 16 - Got the confirmation from Dr's office that the test came back positive. Her exact words, "Karen, you are VERY pregnant! Congratulations!". I thought that was a funny way of saying it. Wondering if she said that as I was further along than most people when they find out and so my HcG count was higher. Also went in for some bloodwork from my OB/GYN. Will find out more about the results when I have my appointment next Wednesday. Talked to Trav today and he said that he hopes I am not either on the rag or able to get pregnant when he comes to visit. Surprise coming to him, eh?

October 17 - Had my nephew and both boys today. Went to Mom and Dad's for help in switching Braden's carseat around. Ended up cleaning out the whole car. Started thinking about how nice it will be to have a van!!! Also, mom made a comment when I was talking to Casey and getting her to smile that, "you definitely don't need another one of those!" Talk about putting a knot in my stomach!!! Uggh!!! Not looking forward to telling Mom and Dad anymore than I am Trav.

October 18 - Had a crappy day as Braden is sick so I was doing breathing treatments every 4 hours and giving meds. Hope that he gets better soon.

October 19 - Braden is worse. Today met with a real estate agent. Not sure who we will ultimately list with. Liked her, though. Also today I had an appointment with Fr. Jim. Hoped that he could bring me some peace, insight and prayers. He did just that. I left feeling so much better! Carolyn came and watched the boys while I went. Ashton got to hang out with Uncle Eric and Zachary after school and went to lunch. It was nice not having all three of them here this morning. I was motivated and got some packing done. Went to the mall in the evening and had fun. The kids enjoyed it. Was able to pick up some things that I have been needing.

October 20 - Had almost every neighborhood child over. Did get to go to Scott and Kim's in the evening to enjoy a fire and smores. It was a lot of fun! It was fun to get out and just enjoy some adult company. Braden is still sick. Wish he could get over this cold. Cleaned the toilet and got sick from doing so! This morning sickness sucks!

October 21 - Today Sue, Chris and Cameron came to visit. They gave the kids their birthday gifts. The kids loved the gifts and had a blast playing with Cameron, Caelyn, Austin, Jordan and Isaac. Went to dinner at Old Country Buffet and ran into Mom, Dad, Tia Juana, and Uncle Jim. That was funny. It was nice that they got to see eachother. The kids did great at dinner - well, acted great but really were too distracted to eat much. Braden is still sick. I am getting exhausted being up all night giving him treatments. Not sure how much more I can take. Hoping that tonight I can get some sleep!

October 22 - Today, Kim called and offered a couple ladies to help pack. I was so excited to have some help!!! We got so much done!!!! Got a lot of the kitchen stuff packed as well as a lot of the scraproom stuff packed. Did at least 15 boxes. I made them stuffed manicotti, tossed salad, and cheesecake for lunch. They seemed to like it. It was nice to cook for other adults again for once. Also had Zachary over and he played with Ashton and Braden until I had to pick Madison up from school. Caelyn came over when I had to run him home/pick up Madison so that the ladies could stay and continue to work. Tony came over and did some work around the house. I am really starting to see some improvement with things. Can't wait to see the house "show ready"!

That was my week. Trying to at least write something each day. Just don't get on the computer all that much anymore. Wonder why????