13 days

I just got home from walking up to our local fruit market/grocery store. It's right on our corner and wonderfully lovely. Lots of Michigan grown and Michigan made products. Today has been our first day that has been decent in regards to temperature (high of 63), however it has been overcast and rainy. I decided to press my luck and walk up there because I "needed" fruit and ice cream.

I bought a lovely quarter watermelon and a pineapple. When I got home, I cut it all up and had a nice afternoon snack. (With some Michigan cheese and pretzels too!)
I haven't been to the market since last fall, since it's been too cold or snowy or icy to walk up there. Walking in there today was an immediate flash back. I loved it. I can't wait to walk up there again all the time this summer (and this time, with a stroller!)

While in line, the lady in front of me and the clerk asked when I was due. "13 days." Of course, then the general line of questioning followed, but it's so nice to be able to answer...13 days. Ladies, that is less than 2 weeks. She could come at any time. Bring on the baby!

December 9th

Tomorrow is the anniversary of our EDD for Sprout. We've come a long way. Last year was a pretty depressing Christmas season. I had no holiday cheer, we didn't have our baby, and I was not pregnant again. This year is completely different. We still don't have our little Sprout, but I know he is just another angel in heaven watching over his moms and his baby sister. I'm grateful for that.

Today I had my weekly blood sugar check-up. I was down another 2lbs and spilling ketones. I'm guessing I am not getting enough calories. Doc wants me to call the nutritionist tomorrow, so that's what I'll do. She's going to tell me to add more protein and fat...I'm pretty sure of it. So that makes my total weight gain for this pregnancy 4lbs. Tomorrow marks 21 weeks.

I am also having a weird (embarrassing!) side effect of pregnancy as well. For the past few days, I have had a vibrating vagina. I know, right? It's like I'm sitting on a cell phone. Totally weird. There is no rhyme or reason to when it happens. The doctor said it is probably baby related. I consulted Dr. Goo.gle and from what I found, a LOT of women experience this. It doesn't hurt. It's just more annoying than anything.

Tomorrow I work all day and then head to a banquet at night. I'm staying the night at a hotel with a former co-worker and going to a conference all day Friday. I'm looking forward to the sleep. =)

Oh, and I miss B. She is a retail manager, so this time of year she is super busy and works late nights. By the time she gets home, I'm in bed, ready for bed, or asleep. Just a few more weeks of this hellish schedule and she will be back to somewhat normal. I can't wait. =)

Glyburide

I was supposed to start my medication today. However, I am not going to make it to the pharmacy tonight, so I will just plan on starting tomorrow.
Part of the reason I am dragging my feet is I am not so sure I need the medicine, yet.
My fasting blood sugars are supposed to be less than 90. Most days they are right around 90. A few days, they have been above 90, with one day being 99 and one being 107, but most of the time, if they are over 90, they are 92 or 93.
My nutritionist/dietitian was not concerned about the numbers at all. She said they looked great. One of my doctors (it is a practice of 5) said she was happy with the numbers and it looked like I would be able to stay off medicine.
I meet new doctor yesterday and she immediately jumps to medicine and the possibility of delivering early or via c-section. WHAT?
Baby is measuring perfect right now. I have gained a total of 6 pounds this entire pregnancy and my blood sugar numbers after eating are awesome.
She said, "It's only going to get worse as your pregnancy progresses, so we better start now."
I feel like when it gets "worse" then we do something. In the meantime, we work on getting those fasting numbers down by trying some other things (like eating a snack in the middle of the night).
What are your opinions? I have another appointment on Wednesday of next week, with another new doctor.

Gobble Gobble!

I hope everyone is enjoying their day of Thanks (if you celebrate it)
Today, both B and I are home sick, so we will not be partaking in the festivities at my sister's house.
Mom is bringing leftovers later. Mmmm.
I am thankful today for wonderful family and friends, both in real life and not, chosen and given.
I am truly blessed.
I am also thankful for the wonderful 15 weeks we were able to spend with our Little Sprout.
In two weeks it would have been our EDD. With the holidays and the EDD around the corner, I'm a wee bit emotional.
I get great strength from my family and friends.
I love you guys.

Holiday Cards

I got an email advertisement a few weeks ago which earned me 100 free photo prints. I took the opportunity to print up some fun holiday pics of B and I. I received them in the mail today.
They did not come out as good as I wanted, but they are cheesily terrific.
I have ONE HUNDRED of them. We have no where near 100 friends. What was I thinking?
I never told B about my plan, so she is going to be surprised. Perhaps I'll send them out every year until they are gone..lol.
Anyone want a holiday card from our household?? Email me your address. =)

pairofmoms {a} gmail . com

In other news..I feel like crap-ola today. I don't think I am even going to make it to Thanksgiving dinner. I made stuffing and mashed potatoes for lunch today. If I can't make it to Thanksgiving, I will make it myself. This is my favorite food holiday of the year. Plus mashed potatoes and stuffing (and pudding for dessert) are wonderful comfort foods and are easy to swallow.

Best. Dinner. Ever.

We went out to eat at one of our local dining establishments.
On the menu, they have added some "Summer Salads."
What did I find on there?
A Hawaiian Fruit Salad.
All different kinds of fruits: honey dew, cantaloupe, strawberries, pineapple, and watermelon (each separated on the plate, not mixed), served with a side of tuna salad and soup.
Loved it.