Cribs, Kicks, and Hits

Molly, be very thankful to your wonderful daddy for your crib. Without him, who knows what you would be sleeping in because poor momma couldn't take the stress anymore!!!


On to the story and to explain the title of this post...

The weekend after Christmas, Tim and I went to Babies R' Us to buy the crib and changing table that we had FINALLY decided on after much deliberation. The BRU in Concord gave us the run around, said they couldn't get it, it was recalled, etc. and sent us on our merry way only after trying to push us into buying a more expensive set of furniture. I knew this couldn't be possible because I had JUST been in the Hickory store the week before and looked at the set again. I would think that I would have heard about a major recall, especially since I was all over the internet searching the crib and changing table for several weeks prior to wanting to buy it. We left the store, called the Hickory store to see if the Concord store was just lying (they were), and to see if they had what we wanted in stock. The people at the Hickory store were very helpful and said they had both pieces in stock. So, we planned on heading out to Hickory the next morning to pick up the furniture, all the while vowing to NEVER set foot in the BRU in Concord again! Fast forward to the Hickory store... They had the changing table when we got there, but could not find the crib in the back. They ordered it for us and gave us 10% off, so we were still okay. They said it should take about two weeks to get it in. We brought the changing table home and set it up. I was bummed about not getting the crib that day, but was okay with it because I was getting what I wanted, just not WHEN I wanted it. Well, time passed, and no crib. I called to check on it and found out the order was rejected at the distribution center, so they placed it again. A week later, inquired AGAIN, and was told it was rejected again so they did some digging to find out why. Turns out, the crib manufacturer is behind on this crib and keeps changing the shipment date. So, it is not BRU fault, but it is still beginning to get a little old. Throughout it all, the BRU in Hickory was very helpful and always willing to answer questions, so we couldn't get too mad at them when it is the manufacturer's fault. They told us that they expected shipments in starting on the 25th, so we were hoping to get it this week. We never heard anything, so I mentioned to Tim about calling today to see what the deal was. He called, and the shipment date was pushed back AGAIN!!! I don't know what happened on the phone or what Tim did, but all I know is I am getting the crib we wanted, they are shipping it to the house from the online distirbution center (because they had it in stock), and we do not have to pay shipping! It should ship within the next two days. I am glad I was at work during all this, because after the week I have had- pregnancy emotions and all- I really don't think I could have handled this. I am so thankful for Tim! He really has been a HUGE help with so much!

On to the other part of the title- kicks and hits. Monday night, Molly was pretty quiet when we went to bed and didn't want to cooperate when Tim wanted to feel her move. She usually wakes up when we lay down and that is the best time for him to feel her hits and kicks. Well, Tuesday night she was pretty quiet, too. Tim had his hand on my stomach, trying to feel her when we went to bed. About the time we were going to give up- WHAM!!! She hit my stomach HARD right where Tim's hand was. I couldn't believe how strong her hit was. It shocked me, and I don't think Tim knew what to make of it! The rest of the night, everytime I got up to go to the bathroom, she was all over the place. She was still moving when I woke up this morning. She calmed down during the day, but I think she is back up to her nightly acrobatics again as I type. Oh the joys!!!

Holy Cow... Less than 90 days!!!

So tonight, among my daily internet routine, I check out this website that marks off the days left until Molly gets here. 89 days! It is so hard to believe! I had a bit of a meltdown this morning, don't know if it was hormones or what and I really don't think that this realization is helping things AT ALL. I have so much to do to prepare at work, home, and am just so tired all the time! I am not sleeping well and I miss Tim terribly on the weekends lately because I feel like I am always so tired when he is off during the week. I know that it is probably just the pregnancy making me so tired and hormonal, but it still isn't any fun! Don't get me wrong, I am so thankful and happy about this pregnancy, I just had no idea I would be so tired!

On to positive things--- since I got home from work, I have been feeling Molly all over the place. I told Tim earlier that I thought I was going to give birth to the longest baby known to man or an octopus- one or the other. She kinda had me worried all weekend because she was so quiet, but all worry is gone now. I guess she was just sleeping and growing. I keep trying not to worry so much, but I just can't help it sometimes. Not much longer though... AND SO MUCH TO DO!!!

Oh yeah, I almost forgot---Molly got a present today! A girl I went to school with brought her a cute little outfit, booties, hairbows, and rattle. She has a son in kindergarten and we have got to see each other this year after losing touch for a while. It was the cutest gift!

Daddy to the Rescue!!!

So, when I posted Tuesday I mentioned that I was trying to finalize our registry at Babies R' Us. Well, the one item causing me much undue stress was a pack n' play. I spent the majority of the day trying to decide which one would be best, what all stuff we needed it to have, etc. I pretty much became neurotic over the pack n' play! Can you tell that the Direct TV guy was here ALL day Tuesday so I had no tv and was pretty much stuck to the computer for entertainment? I had entirely too much computer time on my hands! Anyway, after stressing all day, I finally just told Tim I couldn't look at them anymore. At this point, we had decided we would go ahead and buy the pack n' play because a lot of them are on clearance right now AND I had a coupon for 15% off. We had also narrowed down a list of things we wanted. Tim went to BRU Wednesday while I was at work and got a GREAT deal on a pack n' play that matches our house perfectly and has the things we wanted. It is the Graco Silhoutte in the Catalina pattern. It was on clearance and he got to use the coupon! Gotta love that! It has the bassinet feature, a changing table, organizer shelf, and a canopy over the bassinet. I would post pics, but I don't have any of it yet. I am so thankful that Tim rescued me from my own neurotic behavior and got a great deal on the perfect pack n' play! Daddy to the rescue- Molly should be pleased!

Snow Day and Baby Registry!

Today was a snow day so that meant no work for me (and the final day of a FOUR day weekend)! Now, I have to make it up Thursday, which isn't really a big deal. At least I got to spend the day home with Tim (and the Direct TV installer and furniture delivery guys). The little bit of snow we had was gone by early afternoon, so we headed out for a late lunch and to do some errands. It was good to spend some time with Tim today, that doesn't happen very often during the week anymore.

Anyway, on to the real point of this blog- our little one!

Now that I have final dates for two of my three showers (Feb. 9th at work and Feb. 28th with my friends and family), I thought it would be a good idea to finalize everything on our gift registry at Babies R' Us. Please someone explain to me why I have analyzed this registry over and over again for weeks?!? We started on it in NOVEMBER and it is still a work in progress. Not even because I add tons of stuff to it, but because I keep researching and changing my mind on things. Also, it seems that at the beginning of the year things get discontinued. So, that means changes and MORE research. Hopefully, by later tonight, things will be finalized. We are trying to make a final decision on our Pack n' Play because guess what, Graco has come out with a new one that I think I like better than the one I originally registered for!!! Decisions, decisions!

On to recent developments with Molly... I don't know if my fall last week shook her up or she is just growing that much, but sometimes I feel like she is going to jump right out of my stomach. For the past few days, I can honestly say I have felt hard movements off and on all day. Monday, I saw my stomach move for the first time. Sunday, Kialyn felt her move for the first time. Tim has been feeling her for a few weeks, the first time was Dec. 23rd, but no one else had been so lucky until Sunday. It is amazing how much they grow in just a few short days. April will be here before we know it! Sorry for such a random post, but that seems to be how my brain works these days.

100 Days to go...

As of today, I have 100 days to go until Molly's due date. I can hardly believe it! I picked an odd way to celebrate this though...

Today in the cafeteria at work, I took a graceful fall. One of the hazards of working in an elementary school is the cafeteria and the numerous liquids, food, and trash that can make it on to the cafeteria floor. I hit my knee pretty hard, but did not hit my belly (Thank God!!!). Molly and I are fine, but my knee and shoulder aren't in such good shape. I am sure I will be sore tomorrow! On the positive side, I got to see Molly again today. After my fall, my doctor wanted me to come in for an ultrasound to check things out. So, I drove to Charlotte and Tim met me at the doctor's office. She was ALL over the place on the ultrasound, as usual, and was just fine. Her heartrate was 153. We made another discovery on this ultrasound though, she has my long fingers! She decided to wave and smile at us while we were looking. It was the most amazing thing! We found out last time that it seems the poor child has my feet, so I wonder what she is going to get from her daddy?

Welcome!

We decided to start this blog to keep everyone up to date on our family and our baby girl, Molly Claire, who is on the way. Officially, she is due April 25th, but we'll just have to see when she decides to grace us with her presence. So, check back often for updates on our family!