eightmoreweeks!

If you ask me about any major life event, I could probably give you a song or two that I will forever associate with it. I'm a pretty big nerd when it comes to music (and, well, a lot of other things), so naturally this pregnancy has spawned a playlist:

Stop This Train John Mayer

"So scared of getting older-- I'm only good at being young."

It's mildly terrifying that in eight short weeks, I'm going to be responsible for another human being. Let's face it-- I can hardly remember to turn off my flat iron. Someone is actually going to put me in charge of a baby? In all seriousness, I know we'll be fine. Mike is going to be an awesome dad, and chances are I'm going to love this kid so much that no woman will ever be good enough for him. That doesn't change the fact that this is scary. Five minutes ago I was fratting at Penn State; fast forward ten years and we'll be three kids deep, shopping for a mini-van. I know that like all kids, Little Man will grow up and think we're old and lame.. at which point I will remind him that once upon a time, we were pretty cool.

93 Million Miles Jason Mraz

"In life you're gonna go far, and if you do it right you'll love where you are. Just know wherever you go you can always come home."

This song breaks my heart a little more every time I hear it. I know it's going to be quite a while before Little Man is all grown up (and towering a foot above me like his father), but it's still sad to imagine a time when I can't snuggle him up and keep him safe. If nothing else, I hope that I can give him the confidence to go out into the world and do big things; whether he sets out to cure cancer or sell tomatoes on the side of the road, I'm going to be his biggest fan. But at the end of the day, this cancer-curing tomato farmer will always be my sweet little boy.

The Woman I Love Jason Mraz

"And in those times when you stop loving that woman I adore, you can relax because babe I've got your back."

I was a pretty crazy person before I was pregnant (like when I cried on the Fourth of July because Papa John's said it would be two hours before they could deliver my pizza), but this baby has taken things to a whole new level. There was the time I drove an hour away for donuts, the time I made my husband inspect the underside of my belly for stretch marks, the time he wanted to take me out to dinner and I stood in front of my closet crying because nothing fit right.. let's suffice it to say that hormones are no joke. But no matter how anxious or emotional or downright crazy I am, my husband is right there to make everything better. I really don't know how or why he puts up with me sometimes, but I'm glad he does because I would be a hot mess without him.

We only have eight more weeks to go, and it's starting to feel bittersweet. On one hand, I just want this kid out of me already. On the other hand, I know I'm going to miss feeling this close to him. June will be here before we know it, and then it's on to the next big adventure =]


How far along? 32 Weeks
Weight Gained 17+ lbs.
Maternity Clothes? Still in the same boat.. wishing some of my old clothes still fit! It's kind of hard to plan my summer wardrobe because I'm not sure what to expect post-baby.
Stretch marks? A few fine ones here and there, but nothing to really freak out about. I'm trying to accept the fact that I'm growing another person so yea, things are going to change.. but it still sucks.
Sleep Status Waking up for student teaching is starting to get to me. I'm seriously exhausted! I'm way ready for May to get here so I can lay in bed until 11 watching Kathy Lee and Hoda. 
Best Moments This Week I got a massage yesterday and it was great! Someone should have warned me about how sore I would be today though.. totally not prepared for this! I feel like someone beat me.
Miss Anything? My life before heartburn
Food Cravings Sprite, Rita's, and raisin toast
Aversions seafood, meat, and alfredo sauce. YUCK!
Showing? I'm probably a week away from eclipsing the sun with this thing
Rings? still on!
Belly Button? still weird
Mood Good! Tired, but good.
Looking forward to... my hair appointment Monday and going to see our doctor on Tuesday! Mike hasn't been able to come with me since our 20 week appointment, so I'm excited for him to be a part of this one.