Sweet 16

I haven't posted in two weeks, and it feels like it has been about two months! I got back in from Denver late Friday and have spent the entire weekend in bed making up for lost time last week.  While I have been resting, Baby O has been growing straight into week 16.  My stomach is rapidly expanding and people have gone from questioning whether I am pregnant to greeting me with comments such as, "Whoa, there IS a baby in there."  Not only is Baby O making his/her presence known, but apparently he or she is now eavesdropping on us as the baby can now hear voices, so feel free to chat up my belly next time you see me.

Prior to heading out to Denver, Kevin and I had an opportunity to hang out with some great friends in Springfield, and Miss Kelsey delivered with the goods.  She gifted us with this beautiful book inscribed with a special message for Baby O.

Kelsey and Kate... Love these girls!

Next up for us, a doctor's appointment at the end of this week.  This one will be quick and painless as they are just checking in to make sure all is progressing well.  The most exciting thing about this appointment is that I get to make my appointment for our 20 week ultrasound at the end of September.  We will finally get to find out whether we are team pink or blue and can let the baby buying begin!  

Outside of that, all is well and we are doing great.  The only thing we have to do to really get ready is sell the house and thanks to some friends who made me aware of the tradition of  burying a St. Joseph statue in the front yard of a house for sale, I feel like the market is looking up.  Any spare thoughts or prayers you have to send our way regarding the home sale, we would appreciate it as my stress level rises with every day the house sits on the market and we need to start spending money on diapers, not mortgage payments for a house we don't live in.  

Finally, I hope everyone is gearing up for a big Labor Day like the Ools are.  Kevin is headed to NYC on Friday, and I am prepping for a friend's wedding in Chicago.  We are both excited to visit with friends and family over the extended weekend, and we hope that you all get to do the same.  Safe travels to everyone who will be on the move!  Onto the questions...

Are you feeling sick?:  Tired, but good.

Are you sleeping?: Depends on the day... getting used to the lack of sleep at this point.

What was the best moment this week?:  I had a good time in Denver, work and all. I gained some valuable work experience, enjoyed some good meals and even played some pinball at an arcade/bar called one up.  Overall, a good trip.

Do you miss anything?: Caffeine!  It was desperately needed this week.

Any cravings yet?:  Nothing really striking me lately.

Do you want to know if Baby O is a boy or a girl?: Finally get to nail down the day we find out this week!

Any other symptoms?: Still good.

Mood lately?:  Pretty good.  Missed Kev a lot last week, and my puppy who we won't see until next week, but other than that, doing well.

What are you looking forward to?:  Getting to hear baby's heartbeat again this week.

Baby Bump?:  Rapidly expanding.

Need any maternity clothes?: The Belly Belt has been a savior.  If you tend to bloat after a big meal, it may come in handy for you as well.  HA!

Have a great week everyone.