New picture

I didn't have this picture the other night when I posted. This is from 20 weeks 4 days. Every one keeps saying that I am not as big as they thought I would be at this point. Hmm good thing or bad? Either way, this is how big I am so take it or leave it. LOL

20 weeks 5 days

I can't believe almost a week has gone by since we found out that I am having a boy and a girl. I went out with my mom the other night to start registering. I have to say it was very overwhelming!! Not nearly as fun as it was registering for a wedding. :) There are so many things that you "need" according to the experts. But I have no idea exactly what is necessity and what would be nice to have. Do I need 2 of everything or just certain things? Will the babies sleep together or in 2 seperate cribs? Which is better? So many questions!!

On another note my hubby finally graduated last night!!! 2 plus years of school and he is finally done!! Congrats to you my dear on a job well done. I know you will make an awesome nurse!!!

And now, due to my swelling feet, I am going to go put my feet up and chill.

5 months pregnant

Today I am officially pregnant 5 months. And I found out today that I amhaving a boy and a girl! Life is just wonderful!! Craig and I couldn't be happier. Sam isn't overjoyed about the girl but he is ok with the boy. LOL

I walked aroud all day today telling anyone who would listen. I feel like I am floating on a cloud. Mostly becasue everything seems to be fine with them both. They weigh about 12 ounces each and are exactly where they should be. Now the fun starts with choosing names. I never realized how hard it is to choose a name for a baby. There are so many things to consider. And of course I've changed my mind 50 times already and Craig is about to kill me for it! And we have 2 to choose! Ahh the humanity!!!

Tonight is another rocking night at our house. Craig is about to go to bed - he working tonight - and I get to deal with the puppy who likes to bark at invisible monsters. She is lucky she is so cute or else she might be on the curb!

We head to thte shore again tomorrow morning. We have company spending the weekend with us. I look forward to getting to know them better. After all, one of them might be in the delivery room with us since she just got a job at the hospital where I am delivering - in the OB department! Wouldn't that be cool?

Funny story about this morning and the appointment. We are about halfway there when my mom calls and asks if the name of the hospital has changed. I say no and ask where she is. Apparently she made a wrong turn and ended up about 20 miles away from where she needed to be. She panicked that she wouldn't be able to make it to see the babies and got all upset. It all worked out, she stopped and asked directions and made it in the nick of time. Anyone who knows my mom knows that she is clueless with directions and manages to get herself lost all the time. Perhaps it is time to install that GPS we got her for Christmas? I think she is afraid of it or something! LOL

Oh well, off to pack for the shore. See you all next week!
Kathie

19 weeks 6 days

Tomorrow is the big day. I can't stand the wait any longer!! I must know what sex these kids are. Can I make it to 8:45 AM?

Stay tuned kids.

19 weeks 2 days

I'm going to try to post weekly pictures of the ever growing belly. It fascinates and grosses me out at the same time. LOL I know it is my body but it sure doesn't look anything like how I remember it! Anyway, here are 2 shots. I put the second one on here because I don't think the side shot does it justice. Sorry if it grosses anyone out (Bill...) LOL

Friday on the way to the shore the kids were moving all over the place. It is so strange to feel something wiggling around inside your belly. I can't describe it other than it feels like there is a huge water balloon hanging off the front of me and inside it is a baseball floating around. And I felt my 1st kick this week! Felt like someone flicked my belly from the inside. Again, just a bizarre feeling. I go to the OB on Tuesday and then on Friday we get the full anatomy scan which will tell us what sexes the babes are. I can't wait!!

Well another weekend down the shore is over. Special thanks to my 2 BFFs who decided to get drunk and call me Saturday night. God, do I miss a nice bottle of wine or a Cosmo. At least I was at the shore relaxing and enjoying the weather and they weren't! So there!

We got some sad news upon arriving home. My sister in law's mother passed away early this morning. She has been sick for awhile but it doesn't make it any easier for anyone. She has a wonderful family and that is a tribute to the life she lead. What an emotional week this is going to be.

18 weeks 2 days pregnant - twins!

Well here it is...the long awaited belly shot. I know you all have waited patiently to see how big I'm getting. As you can see my belly has eclipsed my chest - and as you know that is no small feat! LOL My dear step son has informed me that my butt is getting bigger too. Isn't he the sweetest? LOL

I listened to the heartbeats again last night. Found both of them and they sounded good to me! Craig thinks I'm addicted. I say this machine is a blessing! If it keeps me from stressing out between ultrasounds then it has to be good!

Last night we also got our new puppy. She is the cutest thing in the world but has issues sleeping by herself. The night was filled with barking and crying and jumping agianst the crate door. Let me tell you I was not a happy camper. I hope tonight will be a little better and so on... Anyway, Here is a picture of Duchess looking darn adorable.