So what has been going on in the Trudden house and with Tiny. LOTS!
The Heat!
Last week the heat was unbearable. It was over 100 degrees with high humidity for most of last week. We almost didn't go to the fireworks on Fourth of July because of it. Click here to see some pictures from the Westminster Fireworks! Since Friday the 10th it has been much better. It's still hot but I don't find myself soaked in sweat by the time I waddle my way to the car. =) I don't move all that fast these days. During the heat wave, I spent some time out in the sun at one of my graduate cohort-mate's pool. It was great to see Natalie and her daughter Ellie. Ellie was so good and is a real waterbaby! She loved the pool. Luckily the pregnancy top bathing suit I bought last summer by mistake worked out well for me so that I didn't have sit on the side with just my feet. Today was somewhat better heat wise and Chris was so helpful to get my car all cleaned out and vacuumed. My car has been very neglected since I became pregnant and it was quite gross. But now it is all clean. We just have to detail the dash later this week.
Carseat - Check
Chris took time today after the car was all clean to install the car seat. We just have to go over to the fire department later this week and have them check to ensure that it is installed properly. Gives me a little stress relief knowing that at least Taylor can come home from the hospital legally in my car.
Stroller - Check
Chris' brother and sister bought us the stroller we registered for so that is all set to go too! It will find it's new home in my clean trunk later this week as well. For Chris' car we are going to buy a travel system off of Natalie who has one she is looking to get rid of for a bargain! This way no matter who has Taylor will have an infant seat and a full-size stroller. Chris jokes that he needs the stroller to help him pick up chicks with Taylor. =) Men. LOL!
Taylor's Room - Coming along
Taylor's room is definitely coming along. Things are finding a home. More things every day. I have now done 4 loads of laundry and have another load ready to go. I got some great bins at Target that stack and I've been sorting items in the closet into the bins. I've also got my label maker ready to label when I'm finished. Yes I'm a nut, I know!
Today Chris put up the wall shelves and I added the few knick-nacks we have for Taylor. They look really nice on the shelves. The bottom shelf that is empty right now will house the ABC letters that we are buying that will spell out her name.
One of the letters
I may end up putting up a family photo on the top shelf and moving the figurines down later to put on either end of her name but just not sure for right now.
Shelves Going Up
Shelves Up and Stocked!
Close Ups!
How Am I Feeling Otherwise?
For the most part these days I'm feeling fairly good. I've been having more uncomfortable days where I just feel sore all over. My belly is continuing to grow. Picture coming later this week when I'm officially 36 weeks! Taylor has been quite active over the past few days especially. I've been able to distinguish that her butt is up, with help from the OB and her legs are mostly what I see popping out at me quite regularly these days. She is quite the mover and shaker in there.
We are getting more excited each day to meet our munchkin! I'm hoping for an arrival in early August rather than late August but only time will tell! Check back later this week for an updated belly shot and pictures of her room coming together!
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