37 weeks, 161 lbs

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I tried to paint my own toenails his week. I thought I could do it with my patented rocking motion, but I ended up just throwing nail polish at my toes and hoping it would land on "non-skin". Most of it didn't. So Whit and I headed to get a MUCH NEEDED rub down from our friends at tip-n-toe...they fixed my masterpiece. I also got my roots done this week...oh my, I was trying to save money by holding off as long as I could but, brunettes who are falsely blonde do not have that pleasure :) Another accomplishment on my list...I shaved my legs! If I missed any spots...I certainly can't see them, so, it doesn't count!

Alright, alright, since last week we've had a few doctor's appointments, but nothing to talk about really. Our c-section will be at 7:30am on Monday the 14th but we have to be there at 5:30! My doctor must know that I can have a vain streak at times because at this last visit, he made sure to tell me, in a loving, "you'll be okay" kind of way, that they will be pumping at least 5 bags of fluid into me and I will not need to look in a mirror for at least 24 hours...I think he then used the term "Marshmellow Creme Puff". I'm glad he warned me because my feet, ankles and hands are really freaking me out right now. I really cannot recognize them and it's just weird. I guess that's how my whole body will be in the hospital (and a few days after I hear). Joy.

I did get to meet our pediatrician. I scheduled a "get to know you" appointment with the most recommended baby doctor in Pace and I see why she is...she was great! She answered all my questions and acted like she was really glad I wanted to meet her early :) I was feeling a little dumb about it so I'm glad she reassured me.

Justin joined me for our last newborn parenting class and it was pretty cool. They had a pediatrician there who taught us all about the immunizations, what they were, why people worry about them, and when our baby would get each one. It was nice to know. He also answered all the questions everyone had. They didn't make Justin change a diaper but don't worry. I got one of Charleigh's baby dolls and made him practice on her changing pad...I also taught him all the tips and tricks on how "not to make a mess" and how to use the Diaper Champ. He was impressive. But, I think when it comes to actually changing Charleigh's diaper he is going to be too busy oogling about how cute her little butt is...he's a sap about stuff like that. I am too!

Mom and Dad came down this weekend to hand deliver some artwork for Charleigh's room...my mom loves making canvases and what not, especially for babies. Her company is called Officially Spoiled. She makes them to match any room! If you need any for your bundle of joy, let me know or email her at officiallyspoiled@gmail.com. I think one of her best sellers are the wooden wall letters that people get to spell out their baby's name. She is making some for Charleigh too, but wasn't finished with them quite yet :) I'll post pictures of those later!

Here is the canvas she made to go on the outside of Charleigh's nursery door...just so you don't forget what a miracle she is to us:

This one was given as gift to me

This is my favorite of the ones Mom made. Everytime I look at my sweet girl, I will be reminded of the sweet, undeserved Grace of my God. Isn't the gift of a child such a representation of being given something we DON'T deserve?? I think so...

My latest dilema...to canopy, or not to canopy? I knew I wanted to hang a chandlier over Charleigh's crib (yes, other's have done it, and yes, it is secure and safe :) But, after we hung it, we decided it was kind of dinky, I didn't want to get one any bigger though, for safety reasons. So, even though I said I didn't want a canopy over her crib, I started seeing some displays with chandeliers AND canopies. So, I decided this is how we should do it as well...what do you think? Does the canopy make it tacky? One minute I really like it, especially how the chandelier shines through it...and the next I want to take it down.

Well, either way. The nursery is pretty much complete. As soon as my mom finishes the letters for her wall, and I hang back up her "clothing organizer"...I think we are done :) So, here are some pictures: See my sweet little puppy in the doorway?? She got her hair cut for Charleigh's arrival too...she's excited to meet her little sister!

1 week and 6 days!