36 weeks

I know this is two weeks late but I want to make sure it makes it on the blog. Here's what I looked like two weeks ago.

Nesting

NEST-ING: [verb] To create and settle into a secure refuge.

Yep, that's right, I've been nesting. I know the urge to 'nest' happens to different people in different ways. Here's how I seem to be nesting.

I made two pans of lasagna and a double batch of potato soup this weekend. I froze half of each. I also have a pan of enchiladas and some taco soup in the freezer.

Sven's clothes and diapers are all washed and organized by size. His closet room is all clean and I have the cutest little bins for all his miscellaneous stuff. Right now his crib is in our room but after a few months we'll move it into the closet with the dresser. It will fit perfectly.




I've also been trying to close up all the loose ends at work. The doctors keep joking about having me log in through Citrix so I can make changes to our electronic medical records from home after Sven arrives. I think they might be at least a little serious. I have a feeling I won't be fully retiring.

Clerkship

I am so excited to announce that Jason has accepted a clerkship with Judge Sutton in Columbus, Ohio! He will start sometime next summer and we'll be there for a year. It feels so good to be done with the stressful process and to know where we're going to be next year.

I'm so proud of my husband. He has been blessed with a great desire to learn, a smart mind and many wonderful opportunities to exercise both of them. I also love that he has found something that he enjoys so much. I hope our son has such a great desire to learn and progress.

34 Weeks

I'm officially 34 weeks today. Yay! I'm still enjoying being pregnant. We had our hospital tour of St. Joseph Hospital yesterday and it went very well. We both feel very comfortable and excited to have a baby there. The nurses were all very nice and they shared a lot of the same views that we have regarding childbirth. So, here's the latest belly pictures. Oh and I got a haircut on Friday. It's not drastic but it is different, so the hair picture is for you Mom!

Scenic Stopping

When Jason and I drive across the country (we've done it 3 times) we don't really stop a lot for scenic views or attractions. I think both of us are content watching out the window and we want to make the trip as short as possible. As we drove from San Diego to Chicago we decided we should stop just for a few minutes and take a look. I'm so glad we did.

Our Last San Diego Weekend

I just uploaded pictures and realized I have a few posts that didn't make it onto the blog. So please excuse the mass amounts of posts you'll see tonight.

Our last weekend in San Diego was spent going to the beach (like we did every weekend) and going to Balboa Park. Balboa Park is a huge area holding museums, gardens and the San Diego Zoo. We took Deebo and it was a lot of fun to just walk around and look at the beautiful buildings and landscaping. And yes, in the last picture I'm wearing sweat pants. I'm a little embarrassed about it but they were the only thing that sounded comfortable that day. Please note, I haven't worn them outside the house before or after this episode of weakness.

Sigg of Switzlerland

Every so often I find a product that changes my life to the point that I want to tell people about it. For the last six or seven months I've had a Sigg water bottle and absolutely love the thing! It's cute and very easy to clean and pretty compact. I love how many design options you have to choose from.

We initially bought a pair of them when all that possible scuttlebutt came out about plastic water bottles. Plus I was at a point where I was tired of buying bottled water and throwing away so much unnecessary trash. (Yes, the environmentalist in me peaks through). So, I totally recommend each and every one of you run out to REI or Whole Foods to get your Sigg water bottle. You'll love it. I promise.

The Crib

I had the greatest day. It's nice to be back home and enjoying Chicago again. I did miss it. Of course, San Diego was heavenly but there's something nice about going home to your stuff and regular apartment.

It's also been great getting ready for Baby Sven. We're staying in our one bedroom apartment this year and have very limited space. So Sven's room will be our dining room closet for this first year. I found the greatest mini crib on craigslist! It's not my normal design style but I do love it. I love it a lot. We picked it up today and put it together. I can't wait to get everything all set up for him. Now that we're back in Chicago I think the nesting instinct has been released! I spend the day unpacking and organizing. I still have a bit to go but I'm happy with the progress.

I'm Lovin' It

There are quite a few things I've been loving lately, so I thought I'd share them with you.

I'm loving that strawberries are in season. They're cheap and local and delicious. I eat some every day! The other night Jason had strawberries for dinner. It's hard to beat a truly fresh strawberry.

I'm loving the way I feel so healthy. It helps that I get to go outside and walk with Deebo. We still do it 2-3 times a day. We both enjoy it. I also get to go swimming a lot, which is great. I realized the other day that I haven't had a headache since JANUARY! Yep, no joke. I feel like a strong healthy pregnant woman. :) And, although I am seven months pregnant I still feel like I can do everything I want to do (except take surfing lessons).

I'm loving my last week in San Diego. We went out to dinner on Tuesday with some associates at Fish & Richardson. It was Jason's farewell dinner and we went to Ruth's Chris Steak House. Yummy. If you haven't had their cheesecake you should. I'm not kidding when I say it is the best I've ever had. I've spent the rest of the week finishing up crafty things and getting us ready to go. We're all packed and this apartment looks better than when we got here. That makes me feel good.


I'm loving the new Heather Bailey fabric. This seems like a lame thing to love but I do. It's called Pop Garden and has a lot of lovely colors. This would make great skirts or baby blankets. If you love it too and want to have some for free visit Vintage Chic Boutique.

I'm loving the free time that Jason has these days. He has been able to read leisure books and everything this summer. It's so nice.

I'm loving the Olympics. Well, mostly loving the Olympics. There is one small thing that drives me crazy. The commentators. Yep, I would rather watch without sound. They are so annoying!

I'm loving all the stuff I was able to accomplish this summer. When I get back I'll take pictures of all my little projects. It's been a lot of fun to learn new skills. Danielle introduced me to the greatest fabric store ever. It is called Bev's. They have a great selection of modern designer fabric. Yum.

Surf Lessons

Tonight Jason had surfing lessons with Max & Danielle. It was a lot of fun and I was so incredibly jealous. I can't wait to come back so I too can participate. I was impressed how well everyone did.

Max & Jason paddle out.

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Belly

I'm 28 weeks today and thought I would share a few belly shots. It doesn't feel like I should be this far along. It has been incredibly easy being pregnant. I certainly don't feel like I'm in my third trimester. I'm sure it will get harder from here.