20 Weeks: Pregnancy Snapshot

How far along?
20 weeks. Half-way there. 20 weeks to go.

This time around, I'm in no rush. I'm excited, but now I understand the whole --- It's soooo different with your second one. I get it. When I was pregnant with Cheyenne and I was 20 weeks, I was so involved in reading up all about pregnancy and baby gear and now I'm like -- I know everything. <------Not really, but I feel like I'm better prepared, since I've gone through pregnancy before. Does that make sense? The excitement is there, but I'm not as anxious.

The picture on the left is Dakota and I (present day) AND the picture on the right is when I was 20 weeks pregnant with Cheyenne. I overheard Trey describe my size to a friend of his...he said I'm as big as a house. Ha-ha! He jokes, I think.
 
How I feel: 
Great. I have lots of energy - thank you 2nd trimester. I ran 4 miles this morning before work. The time is not important, only the distance :).  I have my blah moments, but for the most part, it's been a good week. Wearing comfortable clothes and not overeating makes a world of difference. I hate that overstuffed feeling.

What annoys Me: 
My normal shirts are starting to ride up. It's time to make the big switch to maternity tops. Also, my bladder is extra sensitive. TMI? IDK. Sleeping on my stomach is uncomfortable. I'm still sleeping on my back -- but not a lot.

Food Cravings This Week: 
Limon Chips (ALWAYS), Panda Express, Roasted Veggies, and Hard Salami. Last night, I was craving chips, so after dinner we stopped at the grocery store. Gosh, I'm high maintenance. "Yeah, I just ate dinner, but can we stop and get chips -- oh and frozen pizza too." Please tell me I'm normal.

What I've been doing to prep for Dakota's Homecoming: 
Nothing. Trey suggested I sort through Cheyenne's newborn clothes and organize the closet. That sounds like a good idea.

What I've bought: 
Nothing. When I go shopping, I plan on buying diapers and wipes -- maybe not every trip, but at least every other time I go. I think we are set on most of the big baby items and clothes, although I need some small random items. We'll be borrowing a few things and reusing Cheyenne's baby crib, which means we'll be in the market for a toddler bed. OR daybed. Not sure, yet.

I'll be reusing my breast pump -- Dear Jesus, I hope that it holds out for another baby. Lord knows, I spent more time with that pump the first year of Chey's life, than I did with Trey. It's got a lot of miles on it, but it's a Medela, so it better make it another round.

Gifts:
Our neighbors bought this for Dakota. I'll be rolling this all around the house. It'll be in the bedroom, when I'm sleeping at night, guest bedroom for naps, and the living room during the day. We are thankful for the nice gift, thanks neighbors!

What are your plans for tonight and this weekend? 
It's a pizza and movie night for us. Lately, Trey's been playing video games at night, while I fall asleep watching episode of How I Met Your Mother. BUT tonight, I want to watch a movie!!! Any Netflix recommendations? QUICK, we'll be watching soon!! I have the Fighter in my instant queue, that sounds good to me.

Have a fantastic weekend and if you are running long tomorrow, good luck. I'll be running too! 

Decorating Should Count as Nesting

I'd like to think that decorating early for Christmas, counts as nesting. Don't you think?


This is our tree in the living room. I threw some lights on it to give it that holiday flair. I've been begging Trey to bring home his tall ladder, so he can get our Christmas tree out of the attic. I want all the Christmas decor out and up before Cheyenne gets here.
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Nothing new to report on the pregnancy. I actually feel great today. It's crazy that the doctor told me a few months ago that this was my due date. I wish that was the case. Instead, I'm still living life the same and it's starting to annoy me when co-workers repeatedly ask, "You're still here?" or "You haven't had that baby yet?" Obviously not.

Well, last night, I logged 3 miles on the treadmill and everything seemed normal, if you consider needing to stop 3 times to use the bathroom, normal. After my workout and dinner, I had this overwhelming craving for chocolate, so Trey and I went to the pharmacy down the street to pick up candy and extra strength Tums. Hopefully, after I deliver, I can say bye to this heartburn.

1 + 1 = THREE DONUTS

Last night, I had this overwhelming craving for chocolate donuts and luckily or unfortunately (I haven’t decided yet) I discovered a donut shop on my route to work. I’ve only been there twice, but each time I order they give me a free donut. This morning was no exception. I attribute the food generosity to my belly. As tempting as it is to scarf a third donut, I usually give the extra one to a co-worker.

Other than satisfying my craving, it looks like I’ll be home without Trey for a few nights. He’s at a service manager convention in Houston. With him gone, I won’t know what to do with myself. No one will be there telling me to sit down and relax and I really need that right now.

The upside is I don’t have to cook 2 separate meals, like I sometimes do. For dinner, I’m thinking about making chalupas. I know if Trey was here he’d prefer burritos, but it’s just me tonight, so I don’t have to worry about it.

On a side note, before Trey left, we chatted with Cheyenne and told her to stay put while her daddy is out of town. I don’t anticipate her coming this early, but you never know. She still has about 7 more weeks to go.

Pepper Cravings......

The last few days my craving meter for jalapenos has been off the charts. It's a strange craving, I know, but I guess it comes with pregnancy.

This past weekend I ate a french fry basket with grilled jalapenos and later that evening I made homemade pizza with slices of peppers... not to mention, last night I made enchiladas with you guessed it more peppers.

Well, at least this craving isn't sugar focused and I don't feel bad when I'm eating them. Another thing I've been eating more frequently: sour pickles, but that's expected right?