The first doc appointment isn't really the same as the others. I had the routine "woman" stuff done and they drew a bunch of blood. Apparently at the others they berate me about any weight gain and I have to pee in a cup. Only joking about the weight gain, but I received explicit instructions on how to pee in a cup. I wouldn't have thought them necessary but maybe I'm not the lowest common denominator.
Next week I'm scheduled to go back so they can use a doppler to hear the baby's heartbeat and determine my real due date. Right now, it's somewhere between Nov 21-29. I was actually kind of glad that I couldn't help them with that though, because otherwise they wouldn't have been able to do the doppler-sonogram thing. Our insurance is super cheap and normally only pay for one of these per pregnancy, but they deemed this one medically necessary. Pretty exciting, they were going to try to do it today, but my body was uncooperative.
Other than that, I got some free magazines and some kind of free baby planner that I won't use. No copy of What to Expect...I sort of thought they'd give me one. That's alright though, I think I'll live. That's it though, I wish I had a more exciting story, but then if I didn't, something would probably be wrong.
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Sunday, April 13, 2008
Busted at Babies R Us
Not much new to report on the baby front. Only that I can finally fill out my bra. That's kind of nice. Anyway, Ben and I went to Babies R Us today to look around, mostly because I figured that we should start looking at this stuff now. Reasons for this: 1) Ben will need to go back and look at everything at least 2 more times in addition to online research and 2) We'll get busy with the move and then panic at the thought of filling a nursery with baby stuff.
So we walked around, I was totally puzzled at the whole car seat and stroller thing; you can do the combo package and be one of those warriors who walk around expecting people to move out of your way or they'll bang into you and look at you like it's your fault. There are way too many choices and the more I was in there the more confused I got. I can't possibly have been the only one; they do seminars on buying a car seat.
But I got busted walking out of the store. As we were leaving, a guy who I had seen walking around the store, but otherwise did not recognize, asks, hey don't you work at NetApp??? Um, yes I do, you do too then? So I have a feeling that now the whole place will know that I'm pregnant. I found this interesting mostly because he recognized me enough to ask, or clarify rather, that I worked at the same place as he did. I've NEVER seen him before, or least I don't remember seeing him before. I can't recall working anywhere where people knew who I was and I had no idea who they were. Maybe it's working with all men, I dunno.
So we walked around, I was totally puzzled at the whole car seat and stroller thing; you can do the combo package and be one of those warriors who walk around expecting people to move out of your way or they'll bang into you and look at you like it's your fault. There are way too many choices and the more I was in there the more confused I got. I can't possibly have been the only one; they do seminars on buying a car seat.
But I got busted walking out of the store. As we were leaving, a guy who I had seen walking around the store, but otherwise did not recognize, asks, hey don't you work at NetApp??? Um, yes I do, you do too then? So I have a feeling that now the whole place will know that I'm pregnant. I found this interesting mostly because he recognized me enough to ask, or clarify rather, that I worked at the same place as he did. I've NEVER seen him before, or least I don't remember seeing him before. I can't recall working anywhere where people knew who I was and I had no idea who they were. Maybe it's working with all men, I dunno.
Saturday, March 22, 2008
Best Day Ever
Thursday March 20, 2008
This was the day that Ben and I found out that I'm pregnant, or we're pregnant, whatever. I don't know how that works. Anyway, I got the blood test back and it was positive. So I made it the hour home in order to start calling people. I called my mom and she was really happy. Actually everyone was really happy. My sister Nanner had the best reaction on my side, just because she screamed and her voice went up a few octaves. It's really not fair to Cindy since I got her at work. But the best reaction by far was Ben's mom. She did not believe Ben when he called. I sat and listened because I knew it would be good, or at least interesting. We really weren't sure if she'd be happy or sad that we were moving before it happens, but she was so happy. I think it's the best thing that happened to her in a long time. I gotta say though, I think that may have been one of the best things about being pregnant, telling people the good news. I hope that I always remember the day, because it's the best one I've had by a mile in a long time.
This was the day that Ben and I found out that I'm pregnant, or we're pregnant, whatever. I don't know how that works. Anyway, I got the blood test back and it was positive. So I made it the hour home in order to start calling people. I called my mom and she was really happy. Actually everyone was really happy. My sister Nanner had the best reaction on my side, just because she screamed and her voice went up a few octaves. It's really not fair to Cindy since I got her at work. But the best reaction by far was Ben's mom. She did not believe Ben when he called. I sat and listened because I knew it would be good, or at least interesting. We really weren't sure if she'd be happy or sad that we were moving before it happens, but she was so happy. I think it's the best thing that happened to her in a long time. I gotta say though, I think that may have been one of the best things about being pregnant, telling people the good news. I hope that I always remember the day, because it's the best one I've had by a mile in a long time.
Monday, February 18, 2008
101 update 2/18/08
8. Play in grass/sand volleyball tournament--Did both and several times last summer. I will do this again in May when it starts up again.
15. Go snorkeling--Done on the cruise while in Cozumel and in Nassau. I loved it and want to do it again and again.
20. Buy pair of designer jeans or handbag. Did both and developed a crush on Joe's Jeans. Love em, bought another pair today.
25. Grow my hair to shoulder length. It is amazing what I thought to put on my list, but this one is done, mostly so I can put it back up again.
33. Cruise to the Caribbean--Hated the cruise for the most part but at least now I know. Parts were great, but being herded on and off the ship--annoying.
51. Get a good paying job in my field--Oh the irony!! I have a great technical writing job which I will soon leave. Damn you 101 list!!
55. Professional writing certificate--Don't have the certificate yet but I finished it. Woot woot!!
66. Learn to like sushi. I am still trying and will continue to try. This one may be undoable.
76. See an AVP tournament game. I saw one in Chicago, the semi-finals. I'll probably get to see more in Vegas.
85. Carve an intricate pumpkin. It didn't look great but I think it qualifies. I did spend a few hours on it and had to use a special tool. See below...
90. Replace all old lamps in the house. Ben actually did this for me but it's still done.
95. Repaint the kitchen. Again, I didn't actually do this one, but I delegated?? Thank you Kathy and Charlie!
96. Repaint the half bath. Ditto numero 95.
98. Cultivate an herb garden. I grew all of the herbs that I was given. Thank you Cindy, they grew, I used them and then the drought killed them all. Maybe this spring they'll grow back.
101. Organize the closets, throw out stuff we don't use. Did this and donated anything salvageable to Goodwill.
Without realizing it, I'm doing pretty good!
15. Go snorkeling--Done on the cruise while in Cozumel and in Nassau. I loved it and want to do it again and again.
20. Buy pair of designer jeans or handbag. Did both and developed a crush on Joe's Jeans. Love em, bought another pair today.
25. Grow my hair to shoulder length. It is amazing what I thought to put on my list, but this one is done, mostly so I can put it back up again.
33. Cruise to the Caribbean--Hated the cruise for the most part but at least now I know. Parts were great, but being herded on and off the ship--annoying.
51. Get a good paying job in my field--Oh the irony!! I have a great technical writing job which I will soon leave. Damn you 101 list!!
55. Professional writing certificate--Don't have the certificate yet but I finished it. Woot woot!!
66. Learn to like sushi. I am still trying and will continue to try. This one may be undoable.
76. See an AVP tournament game. I saw one in Chicago, the semi-finals. I'll probably get to see more in Vegas.
85. Carve an intricate pumpkin. It didn't look great but I think it qualifies. I did spend a few hours on it and had to use a special tool. See below...
90. Replace all old lamps in the house. Ben actually did this for me but it's still done.
95. Repaint the kitchen. Again, I didn't actually do this one, but I delegated?? Thank you Kathy and Charlie!
96. Repaint the half bath. Ditto numero 95.
98. Cultivate an herb garden. I grew all of the herbs that I was given. Thank you Cindy, they grew, I used them and then the drought killed them all. Maybe this spring they'll grow back.
101. Organize the closets, throw out stuff we don't use. Did this and donated anything salvageable to Goodwill.
Without realizing it, I'm doing pretty good!
Wednesday, January 2, 2008
Ha Ha...Suckers
So I didn't put up a tree this year. I didn't put up any ornaments or decorations, I couldn't even manage a wreath. So the whole month of December I felt guilty for being the Grinch in my oddly Stepford-y neighborhood. I walked the dog and saw every variation of lawn oddities, the blow up snowmen, the lighted choo-choo trains, the manger scenes, and of course the life size reindeer. Last year Ben and I were tempted to arrange the reindeer into compromising positions; this year it only occurred to me once.
I felt fairly depressed the entire month. And then came January. It was a beautiful day and again, I was walking my dog. What do I see but more than one irritated husband (it's the South after all) taking down all of the Christmas lights, the lawn decorations, the bows and the garlands. I walked by the carcasses of poor Christmas trees waiting to meet their official end. And I was smug. I didn't have to open the door to my attic, lug boxes up and down stairs, climb up on a step stool to take down the star at the top of the tree. I just kept walking and feeling good. I smiled at the poor beaten down husbands who weren't out playing golf or watching football. He he. I need my small victories.
And then...I went to Target and all of their Christmas stuff was 75% off. I bought bows and ribbon and wrapping paper. Now I can't wait for next Christmas. But really only because I got a bag of wrapping bows for 24 cents. Ah, the circle of life.
I felt fairly depressed the entire month. And then came January. It was a beautiful day and again, I was walking my dog. What do I see but more than one irritated husband (it's the South after all) taking down all of the Christmas lights, the lawn decorations, the bows and the garlands. I walked by the carcasses of poor Christmas trees waiting to meet their official end. And I was smug. I didn't have to open the door to my attic, lug boxes up and down stairs, climb up on a step stool to take down the star at the top of the tree. I just kept walking and feeling good. I smiled at the poor beaten down husbands who weren't out playing golf or watching football. He he. I need my small victories.
And then...I went to Target and all of their Christmas stuff was 75% off. I bought bows and ribbon and wrapping paper. Now I can't wait for next Christmas. But really only because I got a bag of wrapping bows for 24 cents. Ah, the circle of life.
Friday, November 30, 2007
I'm back!!!
So some people pointed out that it's been several months since I've posted. This is true, mostly because no one reads this, or so I thought. And then I realized that the blog isn't about people reading it necessarily but it is a way for people to involve themselves in my weird little world if they want. And I suppose that I could get things off of my chest if I were so inclined. So eventually I'll provide an update as to what I've accomplished on my 101 list. Eventually. This is really just a post to let you know that I plan to post more. More of a pre-post really and it doesn't say much at all. So if someone is reading this, you just wasted precious seconds out of your life. But it's all a part of the stream of conscienceness that is my mind.
Tuesday, March 13, 2007
101 List update 3/13/07
I've been working on my list and I've made some more headway.
2. Play in a more competitive volleyball league. The Cary league is way more competitive than the one I've been playing in, but I'm not sure how long I'll last with my team.
23. Buy a pair of Converse for Project Red. DONE!!! See pics on Flickr.
70. Eat at 10 restaurants that I've never eaten at before. 1 down, 9 to go.
72. Fully train Emma. She's better, but not yet done.
80. Learn one new software program per year. I'm calling this done, I learned Teamsite.
81. Take more pictures of everyday life. This is in progress.
94. Reorganize the kitchen cabinets so they make sense. Now that the counters are in, this one is done.
2. Play in a more competitive volleyball league. The Cary league is way more competitive than the one I've been playing in, but I'm not sure how long I'll last with my team.
23. Buy a pair of Converse for Project Red. DONE!!! See pics on Flickr.
70. Eat at 10 restaurants that I've never eaten at before. 1 down, 9 to go.
72. Fully train Emma. She's better, but not yet done.
80. Learn one new software program per year. I'm calling this done, I learned Teamsite.
81. Take more pictures of everyday life. This is in progress.
94. Reorganize the kitchen cabinets so they make sense. Now that the counters are in, this one is done.
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