Funnies

I had to write down some more funny sayings from Jocelyn before I forgot them - which could very easily happen anyways but with Andrew being here soon I didn't want to take the chance. She has me laughing on a daily basis. Her little personality is SO cute!!!

* After getting her pajamas on and all ready for bed, I told her to go say goodnight to her sister. She took off running down the hall, knocked loudly on Aubrey's door and instantly said, "COME IN" and barged into her room to run her down for her end of the day hugs. It was so funny. I couldn't believe that she added the "come in" part instead of Aubrey being the one to say it.

* She was wondering around the house last night on John's cell phone (which was on LOCK). She was jabbering away talking to someone. I asked if she was talking to Grandma at which she responded, "nope!" I then said, "well, who are you talking to then?" She stopped walking around, looked at me and said, "it's Auntie!" Like I should have known! My bad! LOL Then she continued on jabbering away!

* We were driving home from piano lessons and she asked where Grandma and Papa where. I said that they we at home. She then said, "let's go get them!" Umm...3,000 miles is just a little too far to go get them. She also says "let's go get him" if I tell her that John is at work. If it was only that easy! :)

* I was going into the kitchen today to make her lunch when I spotted her in the dining room with my tennis shoe in her hand. She then repeatedly smacked it against the wall. I immediately went over to see what in the world she was doing. I didn't notice anything out of the ordinary so I asked her what she was doing. She said, "smashing spider, mama!" Hmmm...I don't know WHO she could be copying here. (me) I really have NO idea! :-) There wasn't a spider though just for the record. But I guess there's the famous line "monkey see, monkey do!"

* "Mom (not mama or mommy like she normally says), can I color?" I then reply, "you want to color?" Then she says, "no." Is it just me or am I missing something?

* Another favorite "whatever" line. We all went to the grocery store the other night. Coming back home, she was looking out her window trying to locate where the moon was. She couldn't see it...nor could anyone else. There was a pretty thick cloud cover overhead so we told her that we couldn't see the moon either. I then heard in the back seat come from her mouth under her breath: "whatever, whatever, whatever."

* Yes, a lot of her famous funny lines happen while we're on the road! We were behind a truck yesterday that had at least 4 ladders tied onto the top. She was saying "ladder" but for the longest time I thought she was asking for some "water." I was trying to hand her water cup to her while sitting at the red light but she didn't want it and finally said very clear: "LADDER!" Didn't I feel pretty stupid at that point. It was like she was saying, "duh mom! look in front of you!" We've only had a ladder in the house once while her and John were working on the living room shelving some time ago. Not that I think she's not smart but I didn't know that she would remember what it was or what it was called for that matter. Especially with the ladder being tied up on top of a truck!

40 Weeks Has Finally Come

A month and a half ago when I went into preterm labor, it was hard to fathom getting to the 40 week mark but alas - we're here! My doctor was pretty surprised that I was even at my appointment this morning. The baby's head has come down some since last week's check-up, his heartbeat is strong and healthy, my blood pressure is a tiny bit higher than what it usually is but that's probably due to a little bit of swelling in my hands and feet, and I'm still dilated to a 2. She doesn't want me to go too much longer without being induced so I have until next Monday to go on my own and then they'll step in and get things moving. This Thursday I have a bio phys (ultrasound) scheduled to confirm that all is well with the baby's growth and then Friday I go in to get my blood pressure checked again. Monday morning I am to go back in to the doctors office with my bags packed and ready so they can admit me to the hospital. I was also told to just bring them on Friday just in case they can get me in sooner. Doubtful, but I'm going to do it anyways!

This Week In Pictures (12/7-12/13)

{Jocelyn enjoying the lights and ornaments on our tree. So hard for little hands to not touch!}

{Our paper chain project. Didn't make it quite long enough to go around the whole tree so we decorated the mirror instead. I haven't done a paper chain since I was a kid. Sure was fun!}

{She's getting really good at going down the stairs without assistance. Little miss independent! It just makes me realize what a big girl she's becoming.}

{We got a package in the mail that had a billion styrofoam peanuts for packaging that in order to GET to the item in the box, we had to scoop them out into a bag. She didn't see this as a chore of course...she had SO much fun instead! Such a big helper.}

{Finally...the item that was found buried in the box. A sewing machine cover for my sewing machine. With Andrew coming soon, I had to put the machine away for a little while. Thought the cover was going to be blue but mint is fine, right? LOL It serves it's purpose so I guess that's all that matters.}

{Sporting her new backpack. She's getting so big! She even said "go to school" when she put it on her back. She's got a few years...thankfully!}

{The girls enjoying a moment on the stairs with their new teddy bears from the veterans bikers club for Christmas.}

Christmas Party: A Visit With Santa

Our ward had their annual Christmas party tonight. We had such a good time. Everyone was invited to wear their pajamas and bring blankets to sit on and enjoy a movie with desserts and hot cocoa/ apple cider. (I on the other hand was satisfied sitting on a chair. I sat on the floor for a bit with my friend who is only a few weeks behind my due date and I could barely get up.) Jocelyn begged for a cookie, smelled it and then refused to eat it. Go figure, huh? Her and sweets don't mix very often. And yes, she IS my daughter!!! :) I on the other hand indulged in a delicious cinnamon roll and a warm cup of hot cocoa. Mmm. She was perfectly fine with her apple juice though and sitting with sister during the movie was cute to see. We then sang songs and listened to "The Polar Express" being read which then brought us to the big surprise at the end: SANTA! Jocelyn wanted nothing to do with it but I was pretty insistent that the girls were getting their picture with him (didn't want to do the mall thing this year) so I made John take her through the line. Yes. I know. I'm horrible huh? :) Oh well. Hopefully she'll forgive me. Let's hope John does too. He wasn't thrilled that I made her go up and see him when she was scared. Let's just say the following picture came at a mighty high price!

{Aubrey & Jocelyn - Ward Christmas Party 2008}

Picture: 39 Weeks

Wow! This week has just flown by. I promised to post a current picture this week though so here is one that was taken today (39 weeks & 5 days). Not much new to report. Tuesday night I called the on-call doctor to discuss some symptoms I was having (mainly some abdominal and back cramps) and she said that I was probably in the early stages of labor and to call if things got progressively worse. A few hours later, the symptoms and constant contractions ceased and I went to bed. So I suppose that this labor will just go in stages and gradually over time instead of all at once. I'm feeling fine though otherwise. Just some tingling in my hands and being really tired. With John reporting to his training mid-January, let's just hope the baby comes sooner than later so I can get as much of his help as possible. We're looking at that being 2 to 3 weeks of time before I'm on my own for 10 consecutive weeks. Better than nothing! I thankfully have wonderful friends and family that will help me keep sane while he's away. I don't think I could do it without them! Lots of love to you all. And hopefully we'll have some baby news to give to you soon. :)

{Me at 39 weeks with Andrew - John making me laugh at who knows what!}

{Close up of the baby bump!}

{Andrew's bassinet all ready and waiting}

It's Now Official!

John received word today FINALLY...he's been accepted into the Officer Candidate program - starting this January. It's a 10 week intense training course to become an Officer in the Marine Corps. Great timing, I know. But that's the military for ya. Or life in general. Either way. I've been really exhausted lately (gee, I wonder why!) so I don't have much energy to spend to type more but I will be back to update on this topic soon. All I can say is that many changes are in store for our little family. That basically sums it up at this point. But I'm really excited for him and super proud of his hard work to get into this program. "Great job sweetie!"

39 Weeks Update

Today's appointment didn't confirm many new changes despite all that I have been feeling but I am now dilated to about 3cm instead of last week's 2cm. Oh and that I have officially hit the 35 pound weight gain. Woo Hoo! Still 15 less than when I carried the girls to full term. Thankfully this pregnancy has treated me pretty well. I'll get John to take a new side shot of the baby bump in the next few days and will post it for you to see soon. It's getting so close...I can hardly wait to have him here! :)