Family of three

With all my wallowing and self pity who would of thought of a turn around? But when your in bed by 1100 and sleep in till 1100 (with a brief intermission of family bonding at 4-5am of hacking and sneezing) you can do almost anything!

That anything included a dog walk (with minor modifications that included breast feeding prior to walk starting). Love our carrier. And loved more conversing with my partner and love. Seeing my friend Bailey on the walk and her new foster pup. Hearing the ice slush against the water. Watching my dog bound through the woods. 

A visit to the hospital to check in with grandad and see how things are going. We may have shown our crazy cleanliness in there but I don't care as I'm done with us all being sick!!!

And last but not least going out to dinner! That's right 6 weeks old infant and we made it to a restaurant. Indian buffet the best kind of food too!  Maybe that isn't a feat but to us it seemed awesome and fantastic. 

Family of three adventures have begun!!

Love

Frustrating

Want to know what find the most frustrating thing? Being sick. And being sick three times in the last month is utterly ridiculous. 

So here I am on my blog wallowing in self pity about being sick. For a girl that gets ill maybe once a year, three times in one month can really peeve me off.

And I'm not the only one. Mark has the bug too. We haven't had the chance to spend the weekend with just the three of us since our little one has arrived. And this was going to be that weekend! Thwarted again!!!!

Well wish us luck next weekend. It should be our weekend right. I mean what are the chances of being sick four times. Slim to none right?!!

You're not a newborn anymore kid!

Well let's be honest you are....but you are growing! I took you to weight and see just to see how much and you were 8lbs 15oz! Man oh man! By now I know you are 9lbs as you are growing out of some of your newborn clothes...sniff sniff
 

Since I last wrote you have been to another baby shower you lucky ducky. My dear coworkers threw me one and it was lovely. I may have even snagged a cupcake or two ;) 
 

We also had a get together on your dad's dads side where they could meet you. Apparently your name is a hit! Added bonus is you got to meet your older cousins. And let's just say one of them in particular is quite taken with you...he was too cute!!!!

 

You also came out unscathed as the stomach bug hit our home. Thank goodness as I couldn't take you getting another cold this soon. But your poor dad was the biggest victim in our household. We were both so thankful and overjoyed how good you were during it all.

After that we decided we need to start doing fun things for just us three. Enjoy being with you. Especially now that we are settling into your routine. The visits have slowed and you get more daddy/mommy time so let's make it fun!!! 

Time to see the world. 

 

Love

Dear sweet child of mine

You are almost a month old but if I really get stickler about it you came into this world 4 weeks ago today.

So much has happened in those four weeks. 

First off I love you but my body felt like a war zone during that first week. Something every person failed to tell me (probably cause there was no going back at that point). The peri bottle became my best friend. Your dad was buying cold compresses for me and the hormones were surging where I would just cry in an instant. But since then my body has healed, I'm feeling somewhat normal, the engorgement phase has come and left (thank goodness) and I find you ever so fascinating every day.  

You have been to the paediatrician and have gained a whopping 7lbs 4 oz. that was just two weeks ago and I can see you continue to grow. May have to weigh you next week for proof. He said you were very healthy and gave me some tips of what to do if you ever experience congestion in the nose, eyes or have other bodily functions that go awry. 

And guess what? No sooner than those words were said you caught my cold at a mere 2 weeks of age. Poor thing. 

I was doing things that I never thought I would be doing. Nasal spray and using the nosefrida. Talk about diving into motherhood. Battling your first cold made me rethink your littleness and vulnerability. Something I took for granted. So thanks for the eye opener. We mended you to health with extra cuddles from daddy in the night (he, like me, hated hearing your coughs and grunts). Thank heavens for the healthy beginnings nurse as she reassured me we were all doing the right thing. 

Also during that second week you had a party in your honour. That's right little camper, you were given a baby shower! And let's just say it between the gifts and people generously giving you hand me downs the first year of your life is set for clothes. You are definitely loved just like your name. 

And the love didn't stop there. Visitors came to see you in plenty. First and for most your grammie from New Brunswick came for two weeks. Lots of pictures taken by her that I joked she was the paparazzi. She invented the girdle for you when you were uncomfortable. And she was your cuddle buddy for sure.  So much so that when you appeared distressed in the car she told me to pullover so she could sit with you. Looks like you have an ally in life my friend. 

Not to mention other people that you have met from your 89 year old great grandfather from lougheed and your 90 year old great aunt from Calgary. Plus numerous visits from granny and grandad, uncle jimi and friends and more family. And let's not forget your pet friends. Bentley seems to give you a lick daily and kitty...Well don't be offended by kitty he takes a lot of time to warm up to people. 

Over the last four weeks and this last one in particular you have lost your newborn look. Sad. But you are looking more baby like everyday. Your body has filled out. Your eyes open and you are more alert. You talk a lot with coos and caas and sometimes I get squeals of delight. You stare at everyone around you plus the toys and music I put in front of you. You love your baths and they are needed more with daily spit up attacks! 

Plus you fuss and cry a bit more. Sometimes it's hunger, other times it's an extra cuddle you need or we help bicycle your legs. More often I can put you in the carrier and do a little dance. But then others it's the dreaded cluster feed that exhausts me to no end as you kept me up from 2-4 am the day grammie left. You left me a very tired mama with probably about 2-3 hours sleep. But you made up for it last night with a sleep for a three hour stretch. 

We've already had one holiday but I did not take you trick or treating (you were just recovering from your cold). But you had two costumes! Even matched your pet dog Bentley. I think he was more impressed! Ha ha. But if your anything like your parents you will love that holiday for the rewards alone!! 

It's been quite a month my lovely daughter. I seem to find something to appreciate about you everyday. Hope it continues....

Love like you 

It's been one week.

One week yesterday I went to the doctor. She did a little procedure to induce labour.

I didn't think it worked until when it actually did. And boy did it!

Breathing through contractions, and possibly vomiting I realized then and there I don't need to be a hero. 

As the nurse said, there are no prizes in the end.

So I took the epidural. As Jeaninne said, it's like being at the spa. It truly was. Amazing. 

Then she decided to arrive in the morning. One week ago today. 

She gave me uncontrollable hormones that made me laugh and cry in an instant. 

I became sore in places I never even dreamed of. 

I had to give up sugar for a few months to ensure her safety and health.

And the sleep exhaustion is crazy making me pretty grumpy and according to some not easy to be around. 

But I wouldn't have it any other way. 

She is sublime. 

I'm enamoured every time I look at her. 

Her coos and caas.

Her little horse neigh when she is upset. 

Watching her little reflexes as she holds her head high, or does a cute little genie yawn or attempts to run out of the bath. 

She has made me and my husband very happy. Plus grandparents, aunts and uncles. We are so lucky. 

And I got my cupcakes but she is so much better!

Happy one week birthday. 

Love

Hijacked!

Okay so that was an overly dramatic title. Everyone is safe and no crimes have been committed yet.  Mark Edey has just taken over Tracey's blog without asking.  In my own defence I do it for all the best reasons.   This blog is for Tracey to share what is important to her to those she cares about.  It doesn't appear in feeds.  You have to care to read it.  It just won't find you as easily as other social media might.   

That's the where, now for why,   Today was the best day of my life so far and I want to brag to people who don't have to hear but would like too.  Tracey thinks and plans ahead and so has fabulous tools like these to use where I do not. So I took them (temporarily). I woke up, walked my dog, loved my girls.  Cuddles, kisses, and pets.  Tracey is a fantastic mom.  Everyone is healthy. My cup runeth over.  Drink in our joy and know that if you are in our life than you have helped lead us to these most wonderous of moments.  

Thank you.

Dear wee one: Part 6

This will probably be my last blog post re. in utero you. Mainly cause I'm 38 weeks pregnant and you could come any minute now. I'm slightly hoping less minutes and more a week or day after. Lol. 

Maybe I've taken on the nesting a little strong as I've been going a little crazy. Cleaned the garage, installed car seats (your dad strength finished that one off), put together the stroller, doing some last minute shopping trips, and seeing friends. Also carefully storing leftovers in the freezer for later cause I hear you will be keeping me busy and tired. 

There are a few more things I would like to do in the next couple days. We will see if you give me that chance. It won't be the end of the world. But as you will soon get to know I get a little list crazy and always like to finish what is on that list. 

This last bit I've been eating pretty healthy. But three weeks ago I suddenly became hungry. Crazy hungry. So some indulgences have occurred. A few chips here, a small cupcake there. I've figured out how to control it with the power of medicine so all is good. And hey you seem to enjoy those little indulgences as I get a few more kicks from you. 

Been doing a few more ultrasounds and your heart rate ranges now are 131-145. According to all those ol' wives tales that could mean anything for your gender. And me and your dad are excited to find out what you will be. One day we think boy and then the next it's a girl. Regardless we are excited either way. Both of us know we will love and enjoy you and we are not leaning towards anything. 

It has excited many people re. figuring out what you could be. So far through patients, clients, friends, co-workers and family it's split. I had an 87 year old woman positive that you are a girl. And mom had a dream you were too. But then other clients that are within their 80-90s think its a boy. Generally we are told "good for you" for not finding out what you are. It's kind of hilarious. I think people like the surprise as much as us, even if they may never find out. 

One little nuisance that I have not enjoyed is the absence of my belly button. It feels so weird when clothes touch it or the ultrasound runs by it. Ick. I never liked touching my belly button and I like it least now. Lol. 

Your room is ready. Plus a bassinet is by our bed. So we will be seeing you soon. And we love you already. 

Xoxox

Summer end and fall beginnings

Summer has ended. Actually ended three weeks ago. Although we never made it to a fancy place or a crazy hike we managed to keep busy. I worked quite a bit and between that we went kayaking (more than once!), gardened, lots of dog walks and a little escape to B.C. 

With summer winding down we managed to go to a few events. One was a Disney's Fantasia at Churchill square. So much fun. Listened to the Edmonton symphony live with the cartoon bits in the background. I enjoyed it immensely. 

Also went to our last wedding of the year (that we at least know about). An old co-worker of mine got married. Wonderful service at St. Joseph's Basilica. What a beautiful church. And the reception I got to catch up with another co-worker of mine with her little guy. 

Shopping became huge for me in September. I went with Jeaninne and we completed the 'needs to get' for when the little one decides to arrive. Some things were so complicated like strollers and car seats. It was nice to have a seasoned pro with me to show me the ropes. I don't think Mark and I could have wagered that alone. Especially since there were not a lot of customer service people around to help. 

 

Not all was fun and games. I had an internal and sometimes external war with managing my insulin. The management was relatively okay but other times just plain ol' frustrating. Mainly cause no matter how much you followed the food plan and the exercise you would still not come ahead. There were many times I would come home from my appointments pretty upset, just annoyed about how I was talked to. Overall though I have to say, the physician I dealt with was amazing. And speaking with co-workers that dealt with the same issue made it easier for myself to cope with it. Plus a great resource for me as they gave great advice and knowledge. I have learned a lot. Makes me want to set my competency goal next year to this as I feel it could be a great thing to keep increasing my knowledge on. 
 

With that, Mark and I prepared for baby. The nursery got completed with Mark taking on the installation of shelves, curtain ties, moving furniture up and down and aiding me in the cribbage assembly. I took on the painting, decorating, cleaning and organizing. AND curtain rods installation that ended in hilarity. Really happy with how it turned out. 
 

 

That and prenatal class came and ended. Mark stayed captivated for three out of the five classes. But he learned the power of massage so as long as he got that for delivery I am happy. 

 

Now it's rest and relaxation which is really not in my vocabulary but I'm finding my body yelps a bit more if I don't listen. Grrr. I've managed to enjoy the fall walks with some company. And then other times just me and my dog. Took in probably one of the last best views of fall in the river valley today as I got home and all the leaves on our trees are gone. The seasons are changing.....just like our lives are about too....
 

Love

The third trimester rant

So here is my rant. My pregnancy rant that is. It's been brewing for awhile. And it has finally come to form online. Ha ha. 

I have approached the third trimester. Yay. And really had very little complaints for the first two. Double yay! But then the third happened....and I had to take a test. A gestational diabetes test. And it came back positive. Ugh! 

I know. What's the deal. But for a foodie like me it has seemed to be almost catastrophic at times. I love my summer food. My summer fruit. My summer slurpees. My summer ice cream. And really I just love my summer sweets. Or really just any sweets. Let's not discriminate...ha ha. And I kind of suspected but was still kind of shocked as I don't present that I have it. I have had limited/healthy weight gain and I have managed to keep active for the most part. Good bye cheesies, chocolate, and sweets (for Mark too, ha ha. Love this pic of him pretending to have a food baby)

So why did this happen? Genetics, ages and that darn placenta is blocking all my insulin production. Little trickster. I have been assured that as soon as that placenta leaves my body, sugar is back on the table. Ha ha. Although this may be good for me in the long run. I have learned a bit more about food, speaking with the dietician and the team at the clinic I've been going too. But I still can't wait to get back to my fruit salad and smoothies. 

Second rant. I am thrilled that people are taking care of my baby and looking out for his/her health. Grateful in fact. But I have to say. As a nurse that incorporates a person into the plan of care (I can probably say always or almost always) it can be a little disheartening at times that people seem to look more at my stomach than myself. 

I have found this at certain appointments that I attend. I don't need to go into specifics. But its nice to feel like I'm part of the plan of care. And really all that needs to be done is just subtle rewording of what people want me to do. I'm not just a vessel. I'm a person. And I like to feel that I get to have somewhat of a say, input, etc. 

But I digress. That little ditty may be useful for any other health professionals that happen to come across this post. I know it made me think more about my personal practice and how proud I am of what I achieve with my patients/clients. But hey, I love empowerment!

Rant over. Time to move on and see what the coming months bring. 

Love

What you talk about with your husband

Pregnancy brings up questions that you never thought you would have. 

And answers that you never thought you would share.

And guess what. 

You do both. 

And your husband knows things he never thought he would ever know.

Mysteries disappear. 

And laughter ensues at the ridiculousness of it all. 

Love

A thought continued

It turns out to be true. And unfortunately found out in the poorest of circumstances that I really don't need to get into.

But in those times you see some people really come together to help me out. Mainly my mom and husband. 

My mom finding information on her end of the world to make me feel better. Trying to make me feel better. Telling me to avoid the Internet. Ugh. 

And my husband who finds a way to rectify the situation, calling as many people as it takes for someone to talk to me. Connecting me to a nurse within thirty minutes of being on the phone. And then doing his own internet research and making me a Canadian food guide meal, as a surprise during my work break. 

I am lucky to have such great support. And I love them both so much. 

Xoxo

Love 

A thought

A pregnancy thought. 

Is it bad that I found the gestational diabetes juice tasty for the test?

I could be in trouble.....

Love

Wells Gray

This is what I have learned:
glamping aka glamour camping is awesome
  AND by that I mean camping in a tent trailer, needing no air mattress and having so much more space, in an actual site and making real food on a coleman stove is fantastic!

 

day hiking is fun but not quite as exhilarating as doing a big km quest in a day.
  HOWEVER one can still see most fantastic things like waterfalls, big beautiful trees and raging waters











kayaking is fun wherever you go and it can still be enjoyable in the rain!







stopping in a town on the way home, like Jasper, has huge perks AND by that you can bulk up on more chocolate and fudge than you would normally never buy and you can take a lovely dip in the hot springs

even if your vacation is a short one you can still have loads of fun with your partner. AND by that I mean playing games, reading, talking, chatting and enjoying each others company







AND it is still nice to come home to our lovely pets!

love

The year so far....

July 1. The year is half way over and my blog shows nothing. But really, quite a bit has happened so far in just over 6 months!

I have been working both the rehab and homecare side of my job and loving the variety of what both has to offer. The learning opportunities have been extensive and I am starting to grapple many new things as I grow in my career. I love it so much that I actually don't mind picking up to a full time position that I often do, or fall just one shift behind of that. It has been really nice to love going to work. And for that I am extremely grateful for!

My parents came to visit in March. We had family pics done, went on dog walks, made meals, went to movies and putzed around. Dad was busy studying to be a fireman and has since passed many tests (and has a uniform to boot!) We also went to Vancouver together for my cousins wedding. A little cool at that time but the ceremony was extremely sweet and touching, with planes flying over head as a tribute to the groom.

That was one of 4 wedding/celebrations we had. Next was onto Calgary to celebrate Mark's cousins nuptials. Exposure to a different cultural celebration was quite fun and educational for myself as I was googling things long into the night after the wedding. Once in Calgary we had to see my Great Aunt Elizabeth and cousins Joanne and Greg. We talked about their upcoming trip to New York where they happen to be right now!

The other two weddings were a little more informal but just as fantastic and fun as we were not present for both couple's nuptials but BOTH decided to continue the celebrations in a local way at a hall. One was my friend Nikki as she got married in Vegas. They hired a food truck, had salads and pop and we all just sat around and gabbed until the late evening.
The other was another of Mark's cousins. They got married in Ottawa that we unfortunately couldn't attend due to Mark's school trip being neck in neck with the dates. But we were fortunate to celebrate here, where there were family competitions set up from bean bag toss, kite flying to crossword puzzles. We had the added bonus of sitting with the bride and groom so we were set for answers! Plus an ice cream truck! Who can go wrong with that!!!!

Mark is finally done work. Lots of hard work this year, plus he got to go on a school trip to New York and Red Deer. Work but still had fun experiences.
Plus on the homefront, lots of dog walks, market time, gardening, spending time with friends, seeing movies, watching Netflix, AND of course we are expecting our first child this October. SO many big changes ahead!

We will see what the summer brings. From all this hot weather the veggie garden is a growing. Mark may go hiking with a friend of ours and I have a less cardio trip planned with a friend of mine.

Until next time!
Love

Dear wee one: Part 5

So I have already started to slack on some of the things I like to do in my spare time. Blogging. Guess what. The secret is long since out and you have made yourself known in another round of ultra sound pics. 

 

There you are in all full glory. I think you are about 21 weeks there, as your 24 weeks today. Don't know your gender as thought it could be a fun surprise for us and everyone else excited about your arrival. I like the bottom one. I label it the "thinker" as you stroke your chin. Ha ha.

According to a website I go to on a regular basis you have grown to various different kinds of fruits and vegetables. In order of what I can remember you've been the size of a lemon, navel orange, avocado, sweet potato, mango, squash and the most recent corn (although when I look at the squash your dad grows and compare to the corn I would think its kind of a downgrade). I find it overall pretty comical to compare you to something edible but it does give perspective to things, certainly.

I know on a regular basis that you are around as you make your presence known. You kick me often. I feel it most at night when I'm on my stomach and full of food or have a full bladder, (thanks for that) *wink wink. But you will do tiny ones during the day too. Just today I noticed how my stomach will move ever so subtlety....crazy!

 

Your doctor's visits have you always ranging from 140-145 in heart rate. And I have just met one of the doctors (part of a team) that will deliver you when your ready. She will be the one following me for awhile. We both seem to share a sarcastic humor so I think we should get along. And really, her hands just might be the first ones to touch you, so I hope you like her too!  Due date is official as I am measuring it perfectly as well Oct 16. However I am convinced you will make it a week later. Better make sure I am stocked on Halloween candy prior!

Wondering how I am feeling? Not as tired as before but I sure get out of breath when I scale up hills during Bentley's dog walks. And usually around that walking some lovely round ligament pain flares up. And the most significant change is my stomach is growing! It is especially tight after supper when I am full of food. Pillows have become my hugging companion at night, making sleep just a little easier.  

I don't know if I have cravings per say but there are things I love right now. So far it has been a hot hot spring/summer. Cold watermelon (6 full melons, those far) and navel oranges have been fantastic. Really any kind of fruit or smoothie makes me happy. Plus slurpees! YUM. and the occasional ice cream or blizzard, salted caramel is what I'm going for. When I really think about bad cravings its the  ripple chips and cheesies. Because of that I have started cutting raw veggies and eating them daily too. You sure make it known when your hungry. And when your hungry, I'm hungry....now! So I try to keep it at bay, eating small meals regularly when I can.

 

Nerves hit me on occasion. I wonder what life will be like when your around. I have enjoyed my jobs immensely this last year and I don't even mind working full time hours which I am doing presently. With you coming, we both anticipate our outlook on life will change, thus probably my job will too. You get a full year of me, baby! Hope you can handle it! ha ha. And after the year, we will trial what we think is best for all of us.
It hit me when my dentist went to me the other day and told me they will see me in December. Got me thinking that you will be around then. I wonder where you will go for those couple of hours? Plus dogs need to be walked and food needs to be made. Changes changes changes. I sit and wonder what I will do but I don't like to make anything definite as I just don't know what will happen. So I ponder.

So that's the latest and greatest for you. I have a glucose test that I have been dreading, coming up. Plus another ultra sound when you hit 35 weeks! and the doctor's visits are going to increase come August to bi-weekly. So I will hear that little heart a bit more. I will try to stay cool.

Love 

My Dog Bentley

I really love my dog. So very much. So much that I worry about how I may start to neglect my pup when the little one makes it's entrance in October. So many blogs, people, and even friends say that it will happen. And that just makes me too sad. I'm not aiming to keep up his walks in the first week of November. But I am hoping that we will be able to start them sometime when (or if) I get a handle of things...ha ha ha. And I think I need to cling to that delusion (if it is one) until I come to that realization first hand...so please don't shatter it! :)

In the meantime, I (we) are enjoying our dog time. It has become a habit that we take him to the dog park everyday for an hour. I love the dog park. Especially by the zoo as I find it has it's own unique beauty every season.

This is where Bentley and I will do our hill training. He will chase after squirrels, mice and even a deer has crossed his path. When that happens his natural instincts just take over. But over the last year and even months we have started to see a big change. He still may run away at times but the amount has substantially decreased. And the recall is 90% better than last year. We wonder if it's because we have started to walk together on these walks and he is better behaved. But it could also be that we are the longest he has probably had with one family. We are his people!

Just a few weeks ago I separated from the walk to go to the bathroom and was going to meet Mark and Bents at the car. Mark came up to me at the toilets and said that didn't work because Bentley would just stay smack dab in the middle of our ever extended walk away from each other. Funny guy!

Today we went to pets in the park. Mark has been working diligently on Bentley's retrieval skills. And through the carnival games Bents shone. From bobbing for hot dogs (got them all in less than 5 s flat in the deep tub), to retrieving treats from the sand and puzzle box, he was amazing. He still could use some work on the "kissing department" as we both put treats in our mouths to get him to kiss us (yes we are those people). And he really likes to do his own obstacle courses in nature, not any man made ones offered. But, hey, you have to have your own likes!

It hasn't been huge sailing with Bentley this year. He did have surgery in April. We aren't quite sure what he did but regardless he had a hole right by his left front leg. It got flushed, a drain got put in and stitches were used. Plus I doubled up on reinforcement with dressing supplies so he wouldn't feel the need to pull it out. He was not impressed. He fought the anesthetic x 2, the little gobber. Plus he was doped up for about three days after.
AND he is still horrible when it comes to cutting his nails. Plus I have become additionally traumatized as I hit his quick the last time I was able to cut one of his nails.

Bentley has celebrated one birthday with us making him three years old. Bone for a present plus toys to destroy and treats galore. I look back and am so happy we decided to get him. He has been a wonderful companion to have in our lives. AND I have become a crazy obsessed dog person. Something I swore I would never be. But he is worth becoming one!

Love him!

Dear wee one: Part 4

Omigoodness. Not writing very much. But don't worry. I think about you numerous times in a day. And a lot had happened to you since my lack of posts.

Let's see. You have gone from a raspberry, to a blueberry. I saw you in an ultrasound then. I would say you looked more like a grain of rice but whatevs. Then you grew to be the size of an olive then a whooping lime.

I've gone to the doctor twice so far and good results. Genetic testing came up. We (your parents) discussed the options and decided against it. We have wanted you for awhile now so if you decided that you want us too, why question it? 

Mom (that would be Grammie to you as that's what she wishes her name to be) says that you are starting to peak through my stomach. I've noticed changes but not so extreme that my clothes don't fit. Although end of the day jean wearing can be a bit more uncomfortable.

So far I would have to say you have been pretty gentle on me. I sometimes have wondered your existence especially when around others whom are due around the same time. They are being put through much more trying times. I have seen you though and heard your little heartbeat too. That was probably my most exciting event so far. I think you might be testing me, "the calm before the storm," and you will make yourself known after your birth by never sleeping....ha ha.

We have read some books on what to eat and what to avoid. Hardest so far is my sushi and soft cheese. You want what you can't have I guess. And I have had to up the prunes and water content thanks to a little symptom I'm feeling. But like I said very little to complain about. I've been sick three times really and if I can count it on my hands, it sounds good to me!

I have found that I do love to sleep. And nap. That has become a necessity. Or I just don't function at all.

People are starting to slowly know your existence. Grandparents, aunts and uncles. A few friends. I'm still wary. I am happy you have chosen to stay so far. I just know things can happen that just are out of both our control. So I wait. April 15 to be exact (the 14 week mark).

But soon enough this little secret will be out. It's been nice to hold on to something secret for awhile to adjust to the big change ahead. Processing without other peoples voices entering into your head telling you what to do. That advice will be wanted in time. But too soon for me right now.  Your dad on the other hand can't handle this. Who knew his secret keeping caused him so much anxiety. I think he would shout it from the rooftops if he could. Ha ha.

Till next time!
Love

Dear wee one: Part 3

Sweat pea is the size you are.

Other than that you have been pretty easy on me. 

I started wondering if I would feel sick yet. 

Feelings of nausea at times but nothing else. 

Your father says that we really shouldn't wish these things or rush them. 

And quite frankly I'm inclined to agree. 

Every persons pregnancy is different. 

So let's just wait and see what's in store. 

I have been lucky as I continue to go to the gym and walk the dog. 

I take it a bit easier and don't push through workouts like I normally would. 

And frankly it's been nice to just do incline on the treadmill or

Reverse step on the elliptical. 

I would love to do some weight strengthening exercises but I may wait a bit on that. 

Really lets just wait and see what I'm feeling like. 

 

Going to settle in and watch the oscars now. 

And eat a fresh cheese bun, cause they are right from the oven. 
I wonder if you will like cheese? ;)

 

Love

Dear wee one: Part 2

So it's been four days since we found out about your existence

According to my calendar you are the size of a sesame seed

It's kind of funny isn't it?

You were a poppy seed a week ago and now a sesame seed?

I can't quite figure out the difference in sizes really 

But your growing instead of shrinking so that's good!

I think the shock of you has subsided 

I just want you to stay healthy right now 

Your dad is very happy but we both know that these months are the wait and see game

I do get waves of excitement and they go down to my belly when I think of you

Who knew a little sesame seed could bring me such happiness 

I had mild cramping when your existence to me came. 

And let's just face it, my chest was sore. 

Now they are slowly subsiding and I feel nothing. 

I read up and that's pretty normal. 

But I hear some things may start happening on week six that I may not be fond of

We will see...

but don't worry I'm glad you are here

You're wanted and loved

And those that don't know about you will love you so much too. 

See you on week 6

Love

Valentines day love

This is my husband talking about our dog to our dog's girlfriend's owner. Yes we are those weird people. I found the post quite amusing. 

So I have a Bentley Valentine's story that you will appreciate but you can't tell Anana. I was walking him this sunny morning in the fresh powdery snowfield behind our house. He was loving it and was covered in snow from digging, jumping and exploring when he caught a whiff scent by cupid himself. Off he went at a full gallop despite my plutonic but frantic calls. About 300m away the object of his nose appeared out of the creek bed. She was a petite thing as slinky as they come. I had seen her hanging around out back before but I had been more worried about Pirate and Kitty at the time. Now usually it is a good thing when the lady a love stricken teenager has his eye on is fast but unfortunately for Bentley she was not running for him but away from him. He caught up to her when she couldn't cross the Henday in a patch of tall scrub that I couldn't see into. I don't know what happened in there but it was quick. She came running out after 30 seconds to a minute and he was about 10 seconds behind, running like a mad man (or dog, whatever). I was grateful for not having had to cover Pirate's innocent eye but I am still kinda curious about what happened under the cover of that bush. Bentley bears no signs of amour-ous/less biting. He followed cupid's love trail another zigzagging kilometer before electing to double back on one of her intersecting trails where I pounced on him to rescue him from the spell he was under.

Again, don't tell Anana. I hope she has had better luck with any scent trails that took her fancy or that she was better able to avoid the 'commercial' hype that Bentley must have so clearly fallen for. I mean chasing after a slinky coyote when Anana has been away for less then 6 months just isn't like him.

If you do end up letting it slip to Anana then you should also tell her that he still runs wildly up to dogs that look like Anana when we get to the dog park.

Love