So, I really am walking most nights now. I make it down the street. I make it up the street. Once. And then I'm tired and my stomach gets hard and if I go any further, I get contractions. So I lay down and rest (and watch Battlestar) until sleep time. I even take catnaps on the sofa. Alan lets Ander stay up a little late, as he cuddles with mommy and takes a cartoon-watching catnap himself.
I'm not to the point that I'm tired all the time. I just can't afford the extra energy to exercise, though exercise of some sort is essential.
I wonder what it will be like after the baby comes. I plan to get back into shape, like I did after Ander. But there'll be no Strollerfit this time, as the teacher has left the country. So I'll find my own way. The Y closest to my house doesn't do childcare until 6 months. Natchdaddy will be home on time most days, but eventually will start working late again. There's a cheap cheap cheap gym in Lutcher, with aerobics classes, but my mom doesn't like to babysit for working out (which she seems to consider playing), so I'd need another sitter. Sigh. Good thing I'm getting a double stroller. But it's a Sit 'N Stand, and I'm afraid Ander won't stay in it long enough for a real workout, even as patient as he is.
Etcetera.
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
Tuesday, June 3, 2008
Gas
I am currently getting about 28 miles to a gallon and paying $0.14 PER MILE for gas. Ugh. I might as well just stay home.
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Soon...
Rachel will be taking maternity leave. I will have to run the office by myself. I've done it before, but it's hard. In part, it's hard because Rachel does things everyday that I USED to do everyday, but now do only rarely. Do you know how much longer it takes to set a margin or change a printer cartridge when you don't do it on a regular basis? Plus, my work is not only NOT going away; it's also more important so that I make enough money to cover the office bills while I'm on maternity leave myself. I get the most work done on days when I run out to a coffeeshop and work there all day. That's not a real possibility on a regular basis when you are the person opening the office and answering the phone. I'm very reliant on Rachel, and therfore very nervous.
On the other hand, I can't wait to meet my new Godchild!
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On the other hand, I can't wait to meet my new Godchild!
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Monday, June 2, 2008
A Link
I know, I rarely post an actual link. But this post, while not perfect by any means, spoke to me.
http://svmomblog.typepad.com/dc_metro_moms/2008/06/im-tired-of-bei.html#more
The bottom line, for those who don't read links (like me...guilty, guilty, guilty {blushing}), is that if you make plans, you should stick to them if you can. And you should arrive on time, or call if you really can't, because you've inconvenienced someone else if you haven't been courteous. But that lady said it better than I ever could! I've been having this problem a lot lately with clients, but at least in those cases, I am able to work in my office. When I drag my lazy butt out to have dinner or a playdate and people are late...that's when I get all crazy.
In other news, the baby has been kicking me like crazy today. Weirdly, he is kicking on my far left side. He rarely kicks in the center. He seems to really like my left. He'll move around, especially if Alan puts his hand on my tummy, but mostly he hangs to the left.
And have I mentioned that Ander has figured out where the baby is. (I might have said this already. Forgive me - pregnancy brain.) "That baby is in your hole, mommy." Fortunately, he means my belly button. :)
Etcetera.
http://svmomblog.typepad.com/dc_metro_moms/2008/06/im-tired-of-bei.html#more
The bottom line, for those who don't read links (like me...guilty, guilty, guilty {blushing}), is that if you make plans, you should stick to them if you can. And you should arrive on time, or call if you really can't, because you've inconvenienced someone else if you haven't been courteous. But that lady said it better than I ever could! I've been having this problem a lot lately with clients, but at least in those cases, I am able to work in my office. When I drag my lazy butt out to have dinner or a playdate and people are late...that's when I get all crazy.
In other news, the baby has been kicking me like crazy today. Weirdly, he is kicking on my far left side. He rarely kicks in the center. He seems to really like my left. He'll move around, especially if Alan puts his hand on my tummy, but mostly he hangs to the left.
And have I mentioned that Ander has figured out where the baby is. (I might have said this already. Forgive me - pregnancy brain.) "That baby is in your hole, mommy." Fortunately, he means my belly button. :)
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Oh Dreary Monday
It's hot and, even though I slept well last night, I just want to go back to bed. I woke up sleepy. The avoidance of caffeine when pregnant really hits me on days like today.
Really, there is no reason for me to be sleepy. We had a wonderful weekend. After visiting Alan at work on Friday for lunch, we also went out Saturday night for our anniversary, and enjoyed Sunday with a family walk. I was very relaxed this weekend. I wish more weekends could be like this one. Maybe I just don't want it to end!
I also accomplished a lot around the house. I cleaned out the bathroom closet. I cooked two meals, complete wiht leftovers for the week and for the freezer. I kept the kitchen and living room clear of clutter. I organized my shoes and moved all the clothes that are wintery to the top of the closet. I put away all bags and suitcases that aren't in use. Hey, maybe all that is why I'm tired?
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Really, there is no reason for me to be sleepy. We had a wonderful weekend. After visiting Alan at work on Friday for lunch, we also went out Saturday night for our anniversary, and enjoyed Sunday with a family walk. I was very relaxed this weekend. I wish more weekends could be like this one. Maybe I just don't want it to end!
I also accomplished a lot around the house. I cleaned out the bathroom closet. I cooked two meals, complete wiht leftovers for the week and for the freezer. I kept the kitchen and living room clear of clutter. I organized my shoes and moved all the clothes that are wintery to the top of the closet. I put away all bags and suitcases that aren't in use. Hey, maybe all that is why I'm tired?
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Sunday, June 1, 2008
Church
we are going to try the Catholic Church next to our house. We like St. George, but we never make it there. There are two reasons. One is that it's too far away. It takes all of Sunday morning by the time we dress, drive, attend, and drive home. The other reason is because the cry room is sucky and inadequate. It is packed full of older kids who should not be in there, and they are loud and play, and there are no song books.
We'll see how this goes. I'm very picky about my Church, because my politics are different than most South Louisiana Catholics. And I'm picky because I don't always agree with the Catholic Church, but feel that I should go and worship and learn anyway...and that either I will continue to disagree but with full moral conviction behind my disagreements with Church teachings or will change my mind, if there is a moral reason to do so.
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We'll see how this goes. I'm very picky about my Church, because my politics are different than most South Louisiana Catholics. And I'm picky because I don't always agree with the Catholic Church, but feel that I should go and worship and learn anyway...and that either I will continue to disagree but with full moral conviction behind my disagreements with Church teachings or will change my mind, if there is a moral reason to do so.
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