First Pregnancy Breakdown... No Big Deal...

Well, this past weekend, John and his dad (and Alex) went car shopping. John was determined to get a four door car with all wheel drive to be more baby ready! Well.. he found a great car (Thank you Alex for the tip off) and it is official. We are new owners of an Infiniti M35x. It is LOADED! I am excited to sit in the back seat with little baby Edmonds. So much room and a DVD player. Trips to the valley may be easier now. Only situation....

We still have the Volkswagen GTI. So... are you in any way interested in purchasing a wonderful car?

I love the GTI. I am proud of it. I was so excited when I helped pick it out and stuff for John for our anniversary. So... I was kind of sad. When John texted me that they were on their way home, I had just gotten out of the shower, and I texted him "I loved that car" His response.." WHAT?" He knows that I didn't love the GTI (many reasons, the main it made me nauseous EVERY time we rode in it due to the six speed) and he called immediately. And then... I lost it. I mean not breathing, weeping, sobbing, chin shaking, couldn't talk, lost it. I was beyond worried that his GTI wouldn't sell for what we need it to sell for, then we had three car payments and we are NOT the type of people to just take this financial risk. He assured me that it will all be fine. I calmed down, and pulled it together. I trust that he can pull this all together.

Here are the pics... know anyone who is interested in a new to them GTI? Let me know! :)

I am ok now... and it was so strange. I don't cry often. So not only was I thrown off, but so was John! It was strange, but we will be fine. I have already had a few people ask about the car and are interested. Fingers crossed for a quick sale!

-Alexis

Downtown Delaware Adventure-9/26

Adi and Aspen are our dogs. Aspen is a beagle and Adi is a mix between a Neopolitan Mastiff and supposedly Cane Corso. (We think she is more Great Dane than Cane Corso) Anyway, after dinner tonight, I told John we should go to Whit's. We love Whits Custard. Delicious. And today... they had my favorite flavor-Carmel Brownie Swirl! So.. John thinks we should take the pups. I am very anxious about this... and Adi can be intimidating and can growl and be unkind. She won't bite, but she is scary to people who aren't animal lovers. Aspen, on the other hand, is a spaz and can't handle too much excitement. I am pregnant and am anxious already and just wanted ice cream. We get the pups in the car, park, walk up and down the main street and around the block. The dogs were TIRED by the time we made it back to Whit's. So... I was hopeful that they would enjoy a small cup of ice cream because they were behaving so well. Check out the pics of my puppies enjoying their FIRST WHIT's custard. They even added a bone for Aspen (Adi has food allergies)

 Here is a picture I got of my loves walking down Sandusky. Look how cute! 

So... just to tie up the story, the dogs LOVED the ice cream and I pray they don't get sick. So... as we were sitting on the bench eating our ice cream, Adi started getting feisty. She handled so many people walking by... but then she was done. She was over people. She started the growling and barking. No one seemed to scared of her and just kept walking. We were holding her and she was sitting. Well.. as we sat there, we saw a man walking down the street but he was texting and not looking up at all. So of course we look at each other and KNOW.. this is going to be bad... in a funny way. So... he keeps walking and texting and Adi barks. BAM! I am pretty sure he pissed himself. He laughed and we tried to not laugh, but it was too funny. He almost dropped his phone. Good thing he didn't. Whew! We headed back to the car, drove home and the dogs are relaxing. and I am catching up on the blog.

Have a great night. And if you live by a Whit's, go and try it... you won't regret it!

-Alexis

Week.18.Questions.

How far along: 18 Weeks

Total weight gain: I'd like to think staying steady... no idea though... scales are scary!

Maternity clothes: Some days I wear maternity, some days I rock the leggings. Both seem to work wonderfully!

Stretch marks: Lone Ranger still hanging on!

Sleep: Not awful. The cooler weather and windows opened has helped tremendously! Some annoying leg cramps from time to time... I wish I could learn to sleep on my side better. 

Best moment of this week: Coming up with a gender reveal idea that we will cherish for a long time! And it will be so much fun to share with little baby Edmonds. 

Miss anything: I miss relaxing without having to pee every hour or so. 

Movement: I think I am feeling movement.. but it is very faint and could be gas! I don't think it is, but if it is little baby Edmonds, they are tap dancing in my belly. 

Food cravings: Nothing really. I am not a sweets person, but I have been enjoying baking and cooking this week. 

Anything making you queasy or sick: Nothing. Just pregnancy nausea. Fun times. 

Have you started to show yet:  I think it is noticable. It is crazy the many shapes it takes depending on how I am standing. Many people have asked if I am carrying high or low... I have no idea?!

Gender: Excited to start the gender reveal project! Send me a picture of your prediction on my phone or via email so I can add it to the fun video for little baby Edmonds. 

Labor signs: nope. 

Belly button in or out: in.

Wedding rings on or off: on.

Happy or moody most of the time: Feeling pretty good. I have been getting randomly sleepy at times, but other than that, smooth sailing so far. 

Looking forward to: Getting more gender prediction pictures! I love to see what people are guessing and having everyone be part of this! It is like Christmas getting new pictures to add!

Lacking Motivation... and Alertness...

Well, I have had a very busy week and am looking forward to having the energy to blog about it. I will be sure to do that as soon as I can. I am just very tired and not feeling it. I will finish it by the end of this week. Promise!


On a side note, anyone looking to buy a car? John's GTI is for sale... officially!

-Alexis

Week.17.Questions

How far along: 17 Weeks

Total weight gain: 8lbs. ("Champion Weight Gainer")

Maternity clothes: Tried out the new pants this week... Can't wait to have a bigger belly to hold them up!

Stretch marks: Still just the one...

Sleep: Pretty good... more strange dreams, and a few restless nights...

Best moment of this week: Heard little baby Edmonds' heartbeat, Delaware County Fair fun, and of course keeping busy with friends!

Miss anything: I wish I could have ridden the rides at the fair with the kids. 

Movement: None, but I did hear the baby move!

Food cravings: I have, for some reason, been craving a turkey, bacon club sub! I do enjoy them from Subway toasted... thank you hubby!

Anything making you queasy or sick: Nothing... getting bad headaches though..

Have you started to show yet: I that the bump has arrived. It is fun to wear maternity clothes. Some people don't recognize it though.

Gender: John and I will find out on October 9th (if baby is cooperating) and we will share shortly after that. 

Labor signs: nope. 

Belly button in or out: in.

Wedding rings on or off: on.

Happy or moody most of the time: Feeling pretty good. I appreciate having my medicine back in my system. Happy and energetic mostly. 

Looking forward to: Trying all the new recipes for the week and counting down the days until we find out if Little Baby Edmonds is a boy or girl!

Doctor's Appointment- Week 17 HEARTBEAT VIDEO!

Going to the doctors is always fun! I try to drink as much as I can before I get there so I can make sure I can pee in the cup. Well.. I over-compensated this time.. I had to pee THREE times. I peed when I got there, in the cup.... couldn't hold it as I waited in the room for the doc, had to sneak out and pee again... and a third time as I waited to schedule my next appointment/make a payment. WHEW! I think my weight was inaccurate because I peed at least a pound out! haha!

When the doc came in, she was please with my consistent and steady weight gain. So much so, she called me a "Champion Weight Gainer"! In any other circumstance, I would not be happy to have this title, but today, I was relieved that I was right on track and not gaining too much! We talked about my current nausea. She had to tell me... but if it continues up until 20 weeks, it will probably last the whole pregnancy. Oh joy. I am just glad that my medicine is super safe for baby and WORKS!

I got to hear little baby Edmonds again! This time, I decided I would record it. Here is the video:

(The video isn't wonderful, but you can hear it!) 

The little stinker already has the doctor on her toes! Little Baby Edmonds kept swimming away from her and it was tricky to get to hear the heartbeat. It was also fun to hear the baby kicking about! He or she is full of energy, and ornery already. I am looking forward to feeling those kicks and movements!

Last words from the doctor: "I have a hunch, that it is a boy..." We shall see!!!

Three weeks from now, we will know if Little Baby Edmonds is a boy or girl!

-Alexis

Sushi, Football, and Fair, OH MY!

This has been a fun week. After pulling my life back together after the whole no medicine situation... I was happy to be feeling better and have my energy back. Stella and I enjoyed a great day of shopping on September 11th. That day is so overwhelming to me. My dad was on a plane that day and we were worried sick that his plane was one involved in the tragic events. It was not, but the day in general was exhausting emotionally. I still think about that every year. I can remember everything that happened, the people I was surrounded by, etc. So...to get out of a funk, we hit up Old Navy. All MATERNITY 25% off! What a deal! I was excited to actually start trying on some clothes and see how Old Navy's maternity fit. I have found that their shirts run bigger than Target, but I have room to grow! I got a few cute shirts, and a pair of jeans with the full on baby belly cover! (they seem silly on now, but I am sure I will love them later!)

I was really looking forward to the weekend!

On Friday, we had dinner at the Ellis house. We made our own sushi! (So cool and a lot easier than I had thought) So... of course I had prep to do. On Thursday, Stella and I went to Lattes and Lollipops. It is a coffee shop for moms, nannies, dads, etc. with a glass enclosed play area for kids that is supervised by a friendly staff who loves children. Stella LOVES to go play and I think it is good for her to learn to cooperate with other littles. I planned out my menu for next week. Well... then I made a list for the grocery. Stella and I had a lot to shop for. (So much, that she FELL ASLEEP in the cart... I felt bad and cut the trip short).

Back to the sushi night...
So, I made spicy tuna for John (found a recipe via the internet) and he said it was great! I am glad. It was interesting to make. Because I can't have raw meat (for obvious baby reasons) I opted for a chicken  that I LOVE. It is so simple and delicious.

Recipe:
1 lb Chicken breasts
chicken broth (small can would do)
packet of ranch seasoning
packet of taco seasoning

Mix the broth and seasoning packets. Put chicken in bottom of crock pot. Add mixture on top. Cook on low for 5 hours or until chicken is done. Then shred with a fork. It is GREAT on tacos, in sushi, or just on nachos!

The Ellis's are friends from church and they are very similar to us. Both teachers, our age, fun to be around (hahaha bragging on myself!). They had some ingredients and so did we. It was like an assembly line. I tried to take pics of each step...

 Ingredients All Lined Up!

 John adding his rice carefully. 

 Shredded Chicken, avocado, green onion, and cream cheese- Alexis' Sushi!

 John... being cautious? haha Kelcie in the background, supervising!

 John's Spicy Tuna Roll

Alexis' Mexican Sushi Roll!

We had a great time just talking teaching, eating, and relaxing. I love getting together with them. Next time... our house!

Saturday, we went to hang out with the Campbell family! Another family from the church! We had Shane's famous pizza, salad, and pumpkin better than sex cake. Delicious dinner. I even got to taste FRESH picked tomatoes from the kids' tomato plant. I even talked Brooklyn into tasting them! She "loved" them... but she ate them with a funny face every time! hehe We were supposed to watch the Buckeyes, but the game was pretty boring, so we had it on in the background and we just sat and talked. We were out at their house until LATE! I am always tired, so I attributed it to that, but no... it was 12:15 by the time we left. And of course, on our way home, we get pulled over. GRRR! (to be fair, the officer felt we "cut him off" which we did not, and we hope he just pulled John over thinking he may be intoxicated and then realized he wasn't and just gave us a warning. I am glad they are checking anything out of the ordinary... but a purple Saturn Vue at 12:45 on a Saturday doesn't seem suspicious to me.. haha) We made it home by 1:15, and were EXHAUSTED. John couldn't fall asleep due to being pulled over, but I had no problem. Getting up and ready for church the next morning was not easy... Just saying! 

After a long weekend, I was happy to relax on Sunday after church. I had to prep myself, I was taking ALL the kids to the fair Monday. (they didn't have school) I am glad I rested, because the fair kicked my butt! I look forward to the delicious food every year. It is the one time I can justify a fried pepperoni stick... On our way to the fair, Stella lost her breakfast and lunch, and yesterday's dinner in the car! So... I pull over and strip her down in the bank parking lot. The other kids were sitting in the car, gagging, and anxious to get to the fair. Karmon came to get a cleaned up Stella while we hit the fair! Whew! The fair was fun. We even got a ride from the Shriner from our car to the midway. That was a lifesaver. We became Junior Deputy Sheriffs, saw baby feet at gestation 10 weeks, we got a LOT of free pens and pencils, we rode rides that were kind of scary... but we conquered them (I didn't the kids did... bummer city) and we ate some delicious food! Pizza, corn dogs, funnel cake, elephant toes, lemon shake up... and a pepperoni stick! 

 Hudson enjoying some parasailing!

 Decorating cookies! Dessert is served!

Funnel cake, Elephant Toes and a Lemon Shake-up! Yumm!

I got to see a former student, Jordan, and saw his chickens! So proud of how grown he has become and still has the same heart. He RAN up and gave me a hug... not many 7th graders will do that in public anymore... <3 I am so glad I got to see him. 

Next up...

Doctor's Appointment and 17 Week Questions :) 

Hope you have a week full of friends, fairs, and fried foods!

-Alexis

Week.16.Questions

How far along: 16 Weeks

Total weight gain: Well... I braved a scale at the Dorsey's. I think I am still on track. Maybe have gained 2 lbs. We will know next week. 

Maternity clothes: Still rockin' my new maternity shirts! The pants are still going strong. 

Stretch marks: Only the one and I think it is fading. Thank you HERSHEY! ;)

Sleep: Still haven't utilized the body pillow. I had a bad nights sleep last night, but all in all... not bad. I have been sleepy again this week (but busy too).

Best moment of this week: This week I got to eat a Schmidt's creme puff. I have wanted one for a LONG time. We also finished up our registries... feeling accomplished. 

Miss anything: I missed my medicine for SURE! I hope to never miss that again. Yuck!

Movement: Still nothing... 

Food cravings: Not really anything specific. 

Anything making you queasy or sick: Missing my medicine... :(

Have you started to show yet: Many seem to believe that the belly is growing and the toes are disappearing! I don't think it has grown that much, but sometimes it is hard and odd shaped.  

Gender: Still no idea... Many are VERY curious... I will be sure to share as soon as I can! :) 

Labor signs: nope. 

Belly button in or out: in.

Wedding rings on or off: on.

Happy or moody most of the time: Feeling pretty happy. When I don't feel good though, I notice that I just either get quiet, want to sleep, or am not nice. I should just stick with the first two.  

Looking forward to: Little Baby Edmonds appointment next week! :) 

(this is deceiving... I am wearing a sports bra... my boobs are blending!)