36 weeks

Look closely! hee hee!

What would you tell your 14 year old self?

I got this idea from Two Pretzels.

We all have regrets and wish we would have done certain things differently, or at least thought about life differently. What would you tell your precious and oh-so-naive 14 year old self?

At 14, I was a high school freshman.

- I'd tell her that she is doing well and not to second guess everything.
- I'd tell her that she will, one day, be friends with her dad.
- I'd tell her to take softball more seriously. Running IS NOT everything, and yes it may cause you to have hip surgery by age 40.
- I'd tell her to rethink choosing the path towards an art career. Sure, it's rewarding but unpredictable. Maybe you should have a back-up plan. You are good at math!
- I'd tell her to date the nice guys, and not focus so much on the ones that seem so exciting! They will not be 10 years from now.
- I'd tell her not to worry about boys ALL THE TIME. You have already met your husband. Keep talking to him and when he asks you out in 4 years, GO!! for G-sake!
- I'd tell her that being different is a good thing, and it will allow you to meet some very interesting people and good friends that you will keep throughout your life.
- I'd tell her not to take everything so seriously. You are only 14!
- I'd tell her not to be so hard on her mom. She is doing her best.
- I'd tell her that being the "nice girl" is a blessing, not a curse.
- I'd tell her that high school is not everything. No one will care about what you were like, or will remember that embarrassing thing you did...
- I'd tell her that her life in 20 years is pretty great and no matter what decisions she makes, it will all work out.

What would you tell your 14 year old self??

35 weeks and counting

I went to the doctor a week ago and I've gained about 50 pounds since I've gotten pregnant. She didn't want me to gain more than 30, but like I've said before - what's a pregnant lady to do? After she measured my belly she said, "What, are you trying to have a 9 pound baby"? Um. no! Why do you ask? She seemed to think that I could go into labor at any time. It may also be because of the intense BH contractions I've been having everyday. She genuinely looked concerned, and said that if I go into labor before our next appointment 2 weeks later, to head to the hospital.

It is a week later and baby is still cooking.

Last week, Matt and I also started our childbirth class. We love it! Seriously. Our doula teaches the class and she is amazing. I'm glad I decided to take the class, because I was considering preparing for (natural) labor by reading books. That may have been fine, but this way Matt and I have a chance to bond while we learn the ins and outs of labor and delivery. I love him.

Go Blue!

Cute hand me downs from Mary Lou and my Mother-in-law.

cuuute pocket sleeve!

...there were many cute outfits in the package that I love, but these two are Matt's favorites.

Crib!

Sydney's 11th Birthday

Uncle Jamie teaching Syd the appropriate way to light candles

 Cousins: Syd and Reylin

33 weeks tomorrow!

Let's do a quick comparison:

Me at 24 weeks.

This is how I found him...

This is how I found Sushi after he puked his guts out on the "nice" couch...

...not a care in the world.

32 weeks

I'm over my expected weight gain, but come on. What's a pregnant lady to do?

Swimming everyday and eating good (sort of)

Very cute swim trunks and shirt from my Brooklyn friend, Tanaya.

BD's nursery is coming together

 What's missing? Yes, a crib...and probably other things I have no idea about...

Cool rug I found on clearance at Target before I knew for sure 

(via ultrasound) I was having a boy. 

I was pretty sure...

It's navy blue and green - if you can't tell by the pic

New Wedding Photos!

My friend Aaron took these at our wedding.

How fun are these!?

THANK YOU Heather and Aaron!

Here are some of my favorites:

My dad is handsome.

Delaware Water Gap (PA/NJ border)

Salem and Boston

I forgot to add these yesterday (from Saint-Gaudens): 

From Today:

 View near House of Seven Gables, Salem, MA

House of Seven Gables (inspired Hawthorne's novel of the same title)

Nathaniel Hawthorne's Childhood Home

He lived here until he was 4. It is located right next to the House of Seven Gables, but originally was located 6 blocks away. They moved it because the city wanted to demolish it. 

It was sold for $1 and then moved and restored. 

Ok. I couldn't get a good picture of the house because the sidewalks are so narrow.

Random Salem pictures

Salem Maritime NHP