We're Expecting

Yes, I am indeed pregnant! Our due date is October 20! I'm 12 weeks at this point and have had a pretty easy pregnancy so far. I've been really tired and had occasional bouts of heartburn after eating red sauce right before bed but otherwise have made it out of the first trimester unharmed. Oh, I also don't crave sweets like I did before. I still crave baking. I don't think that bothers Jason at all.

We call our child Baby Ems. Ems is short for embryo. We intend to call it that until October 20. Then, who knows, we'll probably pick a new name for it.

We have had two ultrasounds and Baby Ems is doing very well. At the last one it was so cute! It was flipping around waving it's arms. It even kicked it's legs and waved. The doctor suggested we rest up because this is one active baby.

Easter Baskets

Now that Easter has come and gone and many of my friends and family have blogged about it I have come to a small realization... my family is not as unique as I thought they were. The Easter Bunny always hides our baskets. Jason has always told me that my family is alone in doing so. Well, it doesn't seem that way. I've posted a survey on the side and want to know how many of you woke up to hidden Easter Baskets.

teh

I type fast. Ever since high school typing I have been competitive about it. I always want to know how fast Jason types and try to beat it. He, of course, thinks its ridiculous and rarely takes those online tests for me.

I bring this up because I have a handful of consistent errors. 50% of the time I type teh instead of the. It drives me nuts. I can't figure out how to fix this problem. I guess I should just slow down and eventually it will correct itself. There are a few others that I always get wrong because certain fingers are faster than others. I wonder if this has something to do with being left handed and maybe since my left hand is dominant it moves a little faster. If anyone has a solution or explanation for this, please let me know.

Law Review Board

I'm so proud of Jason! He just found out last night that he will be the Book Review Editor on The University of Chicago Law Review Board for the next year. He is so awesome! It's actually a great position for him (in my opinion) and hopefully it will be fun for him.

New Computer

Jason made a very important purchase today and I can't wait to tell you all! I'm getting a new computer! WOOHOO! It's been a very long two months. I think sharing computers is something like Tivo or underwear that doesn't give you a wedgie... once you have it you can't go back. Jason has been so sweet through the whole thing. He's made sure I have a chance to check my email in the evenings even though he's very busy working.

My computer was ordered and shipped today. Oh, it will be heaven when it gets here. Oh, and for those who care, I got a Macbook. I thought about the Air for a very long time. It's just wasn't the most practical computer for me. It would be fun, but since my computer rarely leaves the house, size isn't a huge issue. The speed will be handy and it will last longer. It's a happy day at Wilcox house.

Jason's Teacher

So, I had the weirdest conversation with a patient the other day.

Patient: So, if I remember correctly, when I was here last year you told me your husband is in law school.
Me: Yeah he is. I'm impressed you remember.
Patient: How is he liking it?
Me: Oh he loves it. He works really hard but likes most of his classes. He's been getting really good grades too. Law school is a really great fit for him.
Patient: So, what class isn't he enjoying?
Me: It's this class called Microsoft Lab where they do projects for Microsoft. It's a new class and I think they're just having a hard time getting things rolling.
Patient: Where is your husband going to school?
Me: The University of Chicago.
Patient: Oh I teach there.

I immediately started running through everything we've talked about making sure I didn't say anything awful and inappropriate. So, then I said: That's great! What do you teach. (Please please don't say Microsoft Lab).

I can't actually put his response on here because of HIPAA, but it is not Microsoft Lab. Thank heavens. Jason is actually in one of his classes, which made me immediately regret my grades comment. Then he sweetly invited Jason and I over for a tour of his art deco condo building. Awkward to say the least, but sweet non the less.

Why I love Jason

Jason is so cool. Just last night he thanked me for doing the dishes, taking out the garbage, walking the dog and being such a good wife. And... HE MADE DINNER!

Jason works really hard at school. I really appreciate it and look at it as a desire to provide for our family. I love that he can study at home so I can look at him. Deebo likes it too.

Jason has promised that after he's done with school I can do whatever I want. Yes, whatever I want. I can start a business, go back to school, stay home, whatever. I love that! He is so supportive of all my desires.

Jason is an awesome craft critic. If I make something and I'm not sure about it, he'll tell me the truth about whether it's good or not. He is also really good at making a big deal out of something that looks great.

He cares about his church calling. He is the Sunday School President and is by far the best one I've ever seen. I may be biased, but still, he's good. He never misses his early morning meetings. His bell ringing is superb. He is always thinking of ways to improve that second hour of church.

He gives the greatest presents. I don't know how, but he knows exactly what I want. The present he gave me for Valentines Day this morning blew my mind. I love how thoughtful and sweet he is.

I can't think of a better person to spend forever with. Happy Valentines Day Jason!

Really?

This is definitely going on my list of things to see this summer. This is the speed limit sign at the Catamaran Resort Hotel in San Diego.

Where We Live

I'm sure Melanie won't mind and I never remember to take pictures of our street. So, since Melanie just posted pictures of the street that we both live on, I'll link you to her.  Thanks Melanie!  Oh, we don't live in the same building, but all the other pictures are applicable. 

Escape Artist

Deebo has a new, not so handy trick.  He learned how to escape from the tennis court.  It didn't help that the snow made it so the door wouldn't close all they way.  Deebo waited until Jason was on the other side of the court before running and pushing all his weight on the door forcing it open. Both boys took off running. Deebo thought it was a great game. He would run to the end of a block and turn to make sure Jason was able to see which way he was going.

Jason was huffing and puffing behind him, scared to death Deebo would get hit by a car.  Deebo has a very interesting approach to crossing the street.  If a car seems to be coming when he is ready to cross he just turns the same way as the car and runs with it until it passes him and then tries to cross the street.  If there is a car going the other way, he runs with it until he is passed.  It's a pretty smart yet terrifying approach.  

Jason and Deebo had a good 6-8 block run.  Deebo finally go distracted in an alley.  Thanks heavens for the tempting alley food.  Jason lunged at him and basically took Deebo to the ground to avoid a near miss.  Deebo is not allowed to go to the court until the snow melts which is a bit of a bummer because loves to run in the snow.  

I promise Deebo likes us.

Have you seen the most amazing new baby collection at Target by Dwell Studio? Let me tell you, it's amazing. So I knew it was coming but didn't see it in person until today. Dwell is a company that I adore for their perfectly modern fabric and furniture. But, until this point it has only been available to those much richer than I am.

Never before have I wanted a baby so bad as I stood there looking at the most beautiful bedding and furniture, shocked it is in an affordable price. I'm sure other Target shoppers were annoyed that I was standing in the aisle staring at the adorable linens like I was in a museum, not a store. Check out the whole collection. Hopefully it will still be around when I do have kids.