Sinking in....

I think the reality of having a baby of our very own is starting to sink in...a little.

I'm slowly expanding past the waist bands of my pants and as my belly grows, I'm reminded more than ever that there is something growing inside of me . Thank goodness it takes 9 months to make this thing - by the time I meet it, I'll be so overjoyed that I'll forget all the time it's taken to prepare for it. And I know I won't ever be fully prepared for what's in store, but 9 months is at least a long enough time to get used to the idea!

Baby reminded me that it really is a part of this world about a week ago when it gave me 3 little punches to the right and below my belly button. I felt it as I had a few spoonfuls of delicious Wendy's chocolate frosty - I guess the kid was as happy as I was to be eating the yummy treat. No movements or flutters since - but am looking forward to more.

Oke and I went to Baby's R Us a few weekends ago to get our first taste of all the things we'll need during Baby's 1st year. Boy was he grumpy [and I"m not talking about the wee one]! But I'm glad we went and I'm glad we were able to decide on a few things. Oke is very excited about picking a glider that will be comfortable for him to sit in with Baby. I can see it now...its 3 in the morning and Oke, Baby, and Abby are passed out in the Baby's room as Oke rocks away on the glider [not sure if he's rocking the wee one or himself to sleep]!

As each day passes I grow more and more attached to what is growing inside of me. I can't wait to meet you, wee one, and show you off to everyone!

I hope to have my 20 week ultrasound scheduled the week of the 12th. Can't wait!