31 & 32 Weeks

Here are weeks 31 and 32.  I can officially say I'm over being pregnant.  It's 90 degrees here everyday and my feet hate me.  They are huge and hurt when I get home.  And it has become harder to move around and do simple things which really bugs me.  I hate moving slowly.  It so isn't me.  And getting dressed in the morning isn't fun any more.  I know I still have a little ways to go, but I'm so anxious to meet this little guy and start this new adventure...no matter how scary it is.  :)

Grabbed this emerald green tunic from HM for $10 (and got a complement from my co-worker on the color!) and the fab earrings are from Old Navy.  PS, I love my hair.  That's the reason I took a bump pic.

This outfit is all Old Navy and all non-maternity.  Gotta have my linen pants.  Got. To.

Cheers!

Thrifty Tip #12 - Baby Clothes

I'm a big fan of thrift stores.  While I don't get everything there, I have scored some amazing deals on clothes, furniture and decor.  It only seemed natural to look for baby things there too.  I know that babies have a high turn over with clothing.  It's pretty much wear once, maybe twice, then done.  So, Goodwill is a great place to look for lightly used, sometimes new, clothes.  Our Goodwill sells infant clothes for $0.99 a piece.  Pretty good.  When we were in the store going through the clothes, one of the ladies that worked there told me that they have a baby sale once a week where it's 3 for a dollar!  Its not really advertised so you have to call and see if they are doing it that day.  It won't be on senior discount.  So, all new parents, hit your local Goodwill to score a new wardrobe for the minis!

Cheers!

Bump Diaries 2.19

This week was kinda boring.  I've had some bad headaches, which the books say is normal.  Seems like every new symptom for the week, I get.  I've also joined the heartburn club.  I've never had heartburn in my life, but Kevin has it all the time.  To be honest, I've never really had a lot of sympathy for it.  Mostly because I didn't really know what it felt like.  Well, I feel really bad for him if this is what he has to deal with all the time.  It sucks.  

We go in for an ultrasound next week to found out if it's a boy or girl.  The wait is killing me.  I want to buy clothes and little things that are gender specific.  There's not a lot of gender neutral stuff out there and I think I already registered for most of it.  I have these really strong feeling that it's a girl.  I'm dying to know if I'm right...

I think I might feel movement, but since I've never been pregnant before, I'm not really sure what a baby moving inside you is supposed to feel like.

Father's Day

I know this is late (just the post, not the wishes!), but Happy Father's day to all the great dads out there!  I don't know what I would do without my dad.  His unique combination of love (sometimes tough) and support has shaped who I am today.  I have learned so much from you, Dad.  Your accomplishments inspire me (and intimidate me a little).  You set the bar very high, but that's a good thing.  Something that I hope my son will do some day.

And to Kevin, my baby-daddy-to-be, I am so excited to share this journey with you.  I know that you will be an amazing dad.  I know that you are excited to read to our little guy, play with him and teach him things he needs to know.  

So, enjoy your day fellas.  You've earned it.  :)

Cheers!

Four Years and Counting...

Today, Kevin and I celebrate our fourth wedding anniversary.  It's been a ride full of bumps, ups and downs and adventure.  I wouldn't trade it for anything.  I really feel like we are a stronger couple because of all we've had to deal with so early in our marriage.  Now we're getting ready to take on our biggest challenge yet: parenthood.  

Cheers and here's to many more years!

30 Weeks

Well, it's the third trimester.  The honeymoon, if it could ever really be called that, is over.  I feel awkward and slow.  I can't move like I used to which is a bother to me.  And my feet are HUGE.  I hope I don't go up a size permanently like my mom did.  I really like all my shoes.  

Anyway. 

Found this dress in the clearance section of Target for $8.  Super soft.  I love a deal.

Cheers.

Kendi's Kitchen: No Guilt Brownies

This recipe comes right from my mom.  She eats these all the time.  If she eats them and doesn't feel bad about it, I know they are good.

They are also just about the easiest thing in the world to make.  Two ingredients and around 30 minutes.

Cheers!

No Guilt Brownies

1 box Devils Food cake mix
8 oz. club soda

Pre-heat oven to 365.  In a bowl, mix the devil's food cake mix with 8 oz. of club soda.  Make sure to mix well so there are no hunks of powder left.  Pour into a glass square dish.  Bake for 30-40 minutes (I usually just check it a couple times using the old toothpick trick).  Let cool and eat.  If you can eat just one, then I applaud you.  

Stats:
Time:  30-40 minutes
Cost:  Less than $2
Leftovers:  yes
Servings:  Depends on how you cut them