I'm going to cry...

So I've decided doctors are not to be allowed to tell their pregnant patients "It could be any time!" It only gets their hopes up and when you tell them that for 3WEEKS it's ridiculous! Obviously by that statement... I'm still pregnant. I'm going to cry!
My appointment yesterday went like this: No change, hang in there, give it a couple more days... What?! No!!! Don't get me wrong, I love being pregnant, I really do. Except for the last few weeks when you can't sleep, can't eat much, and have little fingers and toes and feet and whatever poking you in all different spots inside your body. And this little bugger is really making it hard on me these last few days. She's taken a liking to my left lower ribs and she's sitting with most of her body on my right side so it's completely lopsided weight! Doc said there's no point in inducing right now because obviously my body is not completely ready to go into labor and it would increase the chance of needing a c-section. He decided if I haven't had her by next Monday's appointment he will induce because there's no reason to go over my original due date, which is next Tuesday.
So for now... Let's all just come to terms with the fact she's not going to be here until next week and then if she comes before that we can all be excited! (yes, I'm pulling you all into thinking this way so I don't feel like the only one going crazy over the wait!)
OH! And I realized I haven't posted pictures of her cute little room! I'm taking pictures today and will post them by tomorrow.

Birthday gift, perhaps?!

It would be the best gift ever for this little munchkin to come today... don't you think?! We'll know soon. We have an appointment today at 1:45. I'm having some crazy contractions, stomach ache, low back pain and still sleepless nights. Jeromy actually got up with me last night for a couple hours. We watched some stupid Adam Sandler movie about Zohan? I went back to bed before it was over. OH! If you haven't watched Chocolate News on comedy central you are missing out! It's freakin' hysterical! I'm not sure when it's actually on, because we were watching it at 2:30 in the morning, but check it out.
So anywho... I will let you all know how the appointment goes. I have my phone list packed and will probably deligate someone to make all the calls to the people listed and hopefully you all can pass on the news to people who may not get a call.
Geez, I'm hoping it happens today!

Crazy Christmas!

I hope everyone had a marvelous Christmas day!
Ours turned into a little craziness, but it was great! Madeline was with her Disneyland dad until 1. The plan was to sleep in and head to Portland to get her stopping by Grandma Tetz's on our way home. Not so much... Jen called us around 9 to let us know grandma had been with no power since about 1 that morning! Of course we said they could head to our place. We left Jen and Bonnie to the cooking while we went in to get Madeline and by the time we got back it turned out that a bunch of the Tetz would be heading our way! We ended up having 15 or so people in our house for Christmas dinner and some serious games of Wii (which Santa brought Madeline) The only store in town open was Lane's Texaco. Jeromy found out that the beer truck couldn't make it out here so a bunch of pickups had to drive into Portland to stock the beer for the store. Only in Columbia County my friends! We did get our beer, though, and we had the perfect ice cooler on our picnic table... The day was great and we got to see family we only see this time of year. Madeline got way more than she needs and I got a pair of waiters to wear when I go duck hunting with Jeromy. Oh how did he know?! I've been dreaming of having my own! LOL
As for Miss Libby... I am so ready to have this little girl enter the world! More for my own comfort than anything else, really... I think I lost my mucous plug night before last, but not sure. (And I'm not explaining what that is on here. Ask a mother for the answer. LOL) Anywho... I am feeling different like it could be soon. I was playing Wii today and some of the games could really get me going! This evening I'm taking up a little baseball, boxing and tennis! Oh and if anyone has any suggestions for getting this going now's the time to speak up! The end of the year is approaching fast and she needs to be here by yesterday! LOL

Merry Christmas!!!

We wish all of you, our friends and family, a wonderful Christmas!
So, here's what's been up the last couple days... Tuesday, I blogged that my appointment had been cancelled because I called at 9:53 that morning and got a message stating the office was closed due to the weather. For some reason something told me to call the office again that afternoon. I called at 1:45 and after being on hold for a half hour, right when they answered the phone my cell died! So, I called them back and finally got through to ask what's up. They were sorry I got the message and all appointments were on. I freaked! I can't get to Portland in 10 minutes! She was so sweet and said as soon as we get there I'd be able to see a doctor. I lost it. I hung up and started crying and couldn't stop and blah, blah, blah... HORMONES I say! So we got everything packed up and headed in. Just leaving Scappoose there was something in the road. A boxer the color of the snow was tromping through traffic on Hwy 30! So of course we tried to get him. He weaved in and out of traffic for about a mile toward Portland on 30. Traffic was a mess and people were being absolute morons! Finally he was diverted into the parking lot of some apartments, bribed him with treats and the owner, who had been chasing after him this whole time, got him. Holy cow!
And we finally got to my doctor's office. I saw a different doctor, because mine is in Connecticut, and was his last appointment. I could tell he wanted out of there but he was nice and gave me the 411 on any progress. So here it is... I'm still pregnant! LOL Okay, I'm now 1+ centimeters but he wouldn't give me 2 and I'm more effaced than before but didn't say how much. (I like my doctor better) He thinks Libby will be tall because she feels long when he was examining me and will be bigger than Madeline for sure. He told me to hang in there and be patient. Please... The next person who tells me to be patient I'm going to slap! Not really... lol That night was AWFUL! I don't know if it was brought on by the exam, but I got the most horrible stomach ache and was having contractions every 3-5 minutes. About the time I was going to call the advice nurse the contractions let up to about every 10 minutes but the stomach ache went on all night. I wanted to die! I finally got some good sleep between about 6 and 8:30 in the morning but by then it was time to get up and going...
We spent most of yesterday with my dad and step-mom and my dad's side of the family. It was nice a relaxing, actually and great to see everyone. My cousin, Jeanna's, daughter Kylee and new baby Jaden were there with my aunt and uncle. Well, not new. He's 7 months, but I hadn't met him yet. How stinkin' cute is he?! I couldn't keep my hands off him!

So I'm feeling pretty good today, so far. We have to head into Portland to pick Miss Madeline up at 1 and then off to spend some time with Jeromy's family. Starting tomorrow I'm kickin' this labor process into gear! Any suggestions?! Maybe a good long run in the snow will work! LOL Kidding...
Well, hope everyone has a great Christmas and stay tuned!

Curse this weather!

My appointment is canceled! What?! Are you kidding?! The news said today was the day to get stuff done because of the break in snow! AAAHHH!!! This is so not cool to me.
My plan is to be able to write a blog simply saying "we're on our way to the hospital" so you all know when it's about to happen. That way if we don't get around to calling everyone, you'll at least know where we are!
Well, I guess I will update you all later.

Time for the snow to stop...

Don't you think? I mean really... doesn't Mother Nature know I'm pregnant and need to get to Portland to deliver this little bundle? The 10 feet of snow will not help in me doing that effectively! LOL
I have my next appointment tomorrow afternoon so we'll see how it goes. We'll take everything with us again, just in case we get to stay. I'm really hoping the weather sparks a sense of urgency when deciding to send me back home! Although, now that we're so close to Christmas day, I'm almost wanting her to hang tight until next week. We'll shoot for my birthday next Monday maybe!
I am getting very restless! My whole plan for this past week was to walk a lot and get tons of things done. Not so much... Our house isn't big enough to do any sort of effective walking. I might try doing a step workout video today! Maybe that will work?!
Well, I'll post tomorrow evening and let everyone know how the appointment went. Hope you're all staying warm and safe off the streets!

Holy snow, Batman!

I really don't remember when we had this much snow. It's amazing! Jeromy went to the funeral for the OSP officer killed last weekend so Madeline and I were home alone all day. We ventured out around lunch time and the truck did great in the packed snow. I was standing in line at the post office when a good contraction came on. I took a deep breath and held my belly when I noticed the concerned look on the face of the lady behind me. It was funny. I'm sure on "Oh shit!" thought went through her mind.
So same ol', same ol' here... I was able to take two short naps today which felt great! And the urge to nest took over like crazy about 6pm tonight. I couldn't stop cleaning! Not that that's a bad thing, right? hahaha
As much as I want this little miss to arrive, I'm thinking she might want to wait until Monday so we don't have to try to make it in to Portland in all this snow. Madelne and I measured a litle over 1 foot at about 7 tonight so who knows how much we'll have by tomorrow!

Officialy 38 weeks

Oh sweet sleep! I actually had a pretty good night as far as sleep went. I got to bed about 11:30 and woke up only a few times to change positions. I was in a lot of pain this morning at 5 when I actually got up though. My whole mid section felt like my muscles were being pulled from me! Weird! I got up and massaged my belly for about 20 minutes and all is good.
So last night I had a good half hour of strong contractions. I started getting excited! They faded to the normal 10 minutes and easy by the time I went to bed. Bummer!! Oh well, I know all these things are signs she's going to be here sooner than we know it. I'm still trying to come to terms with the fact I really have no control over when she gets here...
Write more tomorrow!!

I'm dreaming of a white Christmas... and a baby!

Hey all... Still hangin' in there! I've resorted to attempting to sleep on the couch because I just can't get comfy at night! At one point I was sitting straight up because it was the only position that took the pressure off my back! Oh poor me... Do you feel sorry for me yet? hahaha...
The wacky weather isn't helping my need to get out either! Don't get me wrong, it's beautiful, but I need to get out and walk around and that's hard to do with 4-5 inches of snow and my husband not wanting me to drive anywhere. So as for now, I'm doing deep cleaning around the house hoping that will work with the progress of my labor and Jeromy has completely torn up our bedroom to build that closet I wrote about in an earlier post. It's actually coming along! There's a constant cloud of dust, or mess but it'll be fabulous when done!
For now... Hope everyone is staying warm and safe!

I'm still prego...

Well, the appointment went well in that she's still in there sounding great and everything looks good. She's dropped really low and my doctor was even surprised I wasn't farther along. He said one good punch or kick by her and who knows! I tried to convince him to meet me at the hospital but he said to wait patiently. I'm still at 1 and 60% and Libby is set up and ready to go. He did pause when he realized we live in St. Helens and the weather could affect our commute in, but still told me to go home. He leaves on Saturday for Connecticut until the 24th! So, she either comes in the next two days or after Christmas. Which then my family will be in LA until the 29th! Oh heavens!!! I did a lot of walking today at Wal-Mart and Fred Meyer just killing time and trying to help this process. We'll see if it works...
Last night was awful for sleep. I couldn't get comfy and I'm still having consistent contractions. My back ached constantly so when Jeromy got home around 6 I had him rub me down. It helped a lot and I was able to sleep until 8. Madeline had a late start this morning, thank goodness! I needed that 2 hours of steady sleep.
Well, that's about it for now. We'll see what happens during this crazy weather and I'll be sure to keep everyone posted!
Love you all!!!

Any day now!

Oh baby! I've been saying that a lot lately wanting her to give a good push down and get this show on the road!

So... Due to some complaining from a few of you; and you know who you are (Sargent's) I'll be keeping you all posted day by day until Miss Libby gets here. I'm hoping that will be today and tomorrow! I have an appointment this afternoon and I'm really hoping he's going to tell us to head over the Emanuel! With as many contractions as I've been having over the last few days I'm thinking I've had to have progressed since last Monday. They've been about every 10 minutes since Friday afternoon. I don't mind pain as long as it's productive. Although, they haven't been that painful so I can't complain yet.
What's been going on? Hhhmmm... Well, just all of us being really busy! I worked up to this last Friday and would be working this week if my boss and Jeromy hadn't decided, for me, to take this week off. My dance team had a competition last weekend and took 3rd in jazz! I am so proud of them! Now that that's over, I'll be taking a break from them too. Thank goodness I have a couple great gals to take over for a bit.
Jeromy's been pretty busy with work and has decided to start home improvment projects at the same time! WooHoo! Our bedroom is a disaster due to us expanding the closet. Why now? I have no idea! LOL Oh well. Looks like he's pretty motivated to get it done soon ( unlike the living room wall that's been under construction for almost... 3 years) Oh how I love my husband!
Well, we're ready for Libby to arrive. Bags are packed, seat in the truck... Her room is all done and I'm pretty sure we have everything we need; for now anyway. Honestly, I'm feeling really good still. Just minor aches and pains, super swollen feet, no sleep, and just ready to get my body back. I'm so ready for her to be here! We all are! I've posted a few pictures to let you in on our lives over the last month or so. Enjoy!! I've updated Madeline's blog too so check out what she's been up to!

36 1/2 weeks!

Holy cow! I didn't realize how long it's been since I've updated this blog! I'm going to give you all a couple recent details and then blog in more detail this weekend.
Latest news.... 1 centimeter and 60 % effaced!!! WooHoo! I had an appointment Monday and my doctor is pretty confident this little lady is coming early.

Here is our family belly shot for now but I'll put more stuff up in a couple days.