I love that John Meyer song. (Say What You Need To Say). I don't necessarily think it's wise considering the Bible tells us to guard our tongues, but I do like it nonetheless.   It leaves me with the inspiration to write what I  need to write.  I'll try to be as tactful as possible, but brace yourself. I don't like to be Debbie Downer, but I do like to be real and sometimes that's a fine line.  Regardless, this is my blog which means it's life in my own words, and today I don't want to mince with any.  I am tired.  I am discouraged, and I am at the end of my rope.  Really, I am. I've already been burning the road at both ends between working full time, taking care of a household, and raising a family.  Throw in trying to make room and get ready for a baby, and you have the recipe for disaster. Well, things went from bad to worse today when work informed me that they will no longer be giving me paid maternity leave.  I am fully aware tha...

  Ready or not, here comes the week...a BIG one!  As ya'll know, five weeks (that's 35 days, but who's counting) from today we will be holding our precious daughter in our arms.  I can hardly believe it!!  We are so excited, and so unprepared! As you read yesterday, we spent the entire weekend working and barely put a dent in our "to do" list.  However, it set the pace for what looks to be a week of great progress...it has to be!  My parents are coming into town on Friday to help us paint Ellie's nursery and finish up a few projects.  The problem is, the nursery is currently a playroom...a playroom that has yet to be cleaned out.  To say that my head is spinning would be the understatement of the century.  We have toys coming out the wazoo, and no where to put them for right now. Not to mention a slew of random baby items have recently taken up residency as well. AHH!! So, with the realization of what has to be done and time f...

Ya'll we had a busy weekend full of baby preparations!  We hit the ground running on Saturday morning after sleeping until 8:30 !! Thanks Eli, Mommy appreciates the extra rest!  By the way, I love this picture we snapped before church this morning.  We spent the day cleaning out/washing/and organizing baby clothes.  It kills me to have to get rid of Eli's stuff, but we don't have room anymore.  I do plan on selling some of his things to help pay off the van...GO US!! Plus, Miss Ellie needs some closet space too.  Actually, she needs a lot of it!   While me and Little Man were busy inside, Eric spent the day working on the lockers that will go in Eli's room.  Then it was a quick trip to the Dollar Store, some quick showers, and finally dinner time!! We actually ate really well this weekend!  Eric made fried egg sandwiches on Friday.  They are fast, simple, and one of my favorites!  Then, I made homemade Banana ...

I've seen this little survey floating through blog land, so I thought it would be fun to participate.  If nothing else, I'll be able to look back and laugh at some of the answers.  A. Age – 26  B. Bed size – Queen.  I actually bought our bed long before we were married.  I can't part with it to upsize. C . Chore that you hate - Folding the white.  Mainly because it takes forever, and it's all Eric's stuff. D. Dogs – Beau.  He's annoying, but Eric loves him.  I'm not an animal person. E. Essential start to your day – CAFFEINE!!  F. Favorite color – Pink and Yellow G. Gold or silver – Gold H. Height – 5' 2" I. Instruments you play – I sing...does that count? J . Job Title-— Morning Show Host K. Kids – Eli (3 ys) Ellie (in utero)  L . Live – Bowling Green M. Mother’s name – Vicki White (Victoria - which is Ellie's middle name) N. Nicknames – NONE! O. Overnight hospital stays – 2 times.  Eli's...

  We were predicted to get some ice this morning, I just somehow missed the memo that it would start before dawn.  So,  I was less than amused when I went to start my car and nearly busted my hind end on the side walk.  I ended up walking through the grass just to get some traction.   Assuming the roads would be as bad as my driveway, I  skipped my shower to hit the road.  Skipping a shower is a sure fire way to put me in a rotten mood!  Luckily, I can navigate my way through snow and ice.  Not so lucky, my balance....being 8 months pregnant and trying to skate (I mean walk) across the parking lot is NOT fun.  Needless to say, I was the than kind to my coworkers this morning. Eric and I decided that driving the back roads to daycare was too risky, so Eli could spend the day with me.  I didn't get much work done, but I sure did enjoy his company.  I think he really loved seeing himself in all the studio mo...

Today I left work sick.  I've left early many times, but never for being sick.  I don't think I would have gone home had my doctor's office not advised it. Regardless, it was a good decision because I ended up taking a three hour nap. I honestly think my exhaustion more than likely was the culprit of a wonderfully blessed week and a super crazy Wednesday.    After work yesterday I ran home to clean a little bit and do some laundry.  Then I picked Eli up at daycare.  We had to run a few errands and stop by the post office to mail the fabric for Ellie's curtains .  My dad working his magic, and I can't wait to see them.  I also sent a "get well" card to my aunt Karen who had a double mastectomy this morning.  PRAISE THE LORD the cancer is contained and her reconstructive surgery went well! After our errands Eli and I met Emma, Macy, and Abby Drew for a play date at Just Kiddin'.  It's an indoor playgrou...

How Far Along:    32 Weeks Size of baby:   Ellie is the size of a Durian fruit...whatever that is? Total Weight Gain/Loss:   I'm still about 6 pounds over my pre-pregnancy weight which means that I've stalled again.  Oh well, I'm not going to worry about it. Maternity Clothes:   It's been beyond freezing here, so I've been sporting lots of maternity pants which I loath.  Oh well, a warm up is on the horizon.   Gender:   It's a girl...Elizabeth Victoria Watson!!! Movement:   She's a great kicker...I'm talking make you pee in your pants kinda kicker! Sleep:  I almost laughed out loud on this one.  Read the randomness below for more information.  What I miss:  HMM, let's see...Diet Coke!! Cravings:  Nothing really.  I'm still really into fish, which I've never liked before.  Eric is loving this change, so we're planning on shrimp scampi this weekend...yum!! Symptoms : ...