8 months down, 8 weeks to go…. Yesterday I experienced the most uncomfortable feelings of pregnancy yet. I think it’s safe to blame the 110 degree heat index which I’m sure could bring out the worst in anyone. The good news is that this morning, after dreaming that Nic was a transformer, I awakened a brand new girl. I’d been fearful that the heat had melted the last trace of energy from my body forever… but turns out I just needed some extra sleep. As time presses on I’m becoming more and more anxious about this baby girl. So much to do – things to clean, stuff to buy, decisions...
Crazy Train
I guess I missed my stop to get off the crazy train! Seven months pregnant I find myself with more on my plate than usual. Normally nonchalant and cool-headed, I maintain a balanced state no matter what the circumstance. In the past month I’ve been tested in a variety of categories including a new life-long roommate, self-control, apartment flooding, moving and my beloved dog seizing — all of which I feel I’ve failed in one way or another. Women as hormonal as me should come with a warning label. My pregnant alter-ego is quick-tempered, emotionally unbalanced, neurotic and in a constant state of anxiety-ridden panic. Try as I might to...
Moms Know Best
I dedicate this blog to my mom who coined the phrase, “You’re smart at what you know.” I see this as her loving way of telling me that while I may really be smart in the category of things I’m familiar with, there are many things that I haven’t even begun to know about life. She inspires me to express myself in writing as my life is about to drastically change. My whole world is about to get much larger and I hope that I am able to truthfully tell my story and share the wisdom I gain along the way. What better time to start a blog than in...