Baby Crib.

The crib that Byron and I really wanted finally became available online. It is one that you can only order online and it was "temporarily unavailable online" for the longest time. I wasn't too worried since I have a bassinet courtesy of my mother (thanks mom!). But, I did sigh big with relief when I got a response email saying that the crib was finally available. One less thing to worry about.

By the way, not a big deal, but at my doc appointment last Friday, he told me that I was starting to dilate. Cool, eh? A little less than 4 weeks left now if Owen is on time. However, I am counting on him being late so I don't get my hopes up.

He Ran the Race to Robie Creek!!!

Byron survived the Race to Robie Creek and ran the "Body Electric". He ran the race in 2 hours and 12 minutes. He was hoping for 2 hours and 10 minutes, but I think he did pretty darn good. He was frustrated because the whole first mile took 11 minutes because everyone was so log jammed that he couldn't really run. He also cramped up near the end and wasn't able to run like he had hoped. The rest of the race was great and he was feeling good. Overall, he was glad he ran it and I will take the liberty to say that he is glad it is over too.

Here is a picture of us pre-race. With Owen displaying the race number (I guess). With an ode to Ryan because Byron wore his Air Force sweatshirt. Really, we didn't plan the whole military advertisement. I am just running out of clothes to wear that fit over the belly. :)


Here are the boys pre-race. Anthony on the left, then Byron, Isaac Kimball, and Mike Nelson. They were actually smiling:)


The is the race crowd before the shotgun. There were about 2,700 people who ran. It was quite the site to see them all run by.


And, at last, Byron right before he crossed the finish line. He was resolved not to let those twins pass him. Isn't the scenery beautiful?

Don't Think Me Nerdy...

With a huge help from my mom, we finished the baby quilt for Owen. It is amazing what a little elbow grease can do for your belief in yourself :)


Wednesday night, Anthony, Marissa, Alli, Byron and I trekked down to the Basque Center to pick up Byron and Anthony's numbers and packets for Robie Creek race (which takes place tomorrow at high noon). The guys are excited and have time goals. We shall see how they do...


We know several people running in the race, so that makes it a little more fun. Isaac Kimball is running the race too. So is Mike Nelson. He got into town from Oregon today to run the race with the guys. He will be stopping by tonight along with Anthony and Marissa and Alli to have a loaded carb dinner. Marissa and I are making Byron's Grandma Eichelberger's famous Chicken and Noodles. It is basically a bed of mashed potatoes topped with a thick Chicken Noodle soup. It is quite tasty. I will do my best to get some good pictures tomorrow and give you all the details as soon as I can.

Tired.

Here is a picture our brother-in-law, Jeremy, took of us. I definitely look tired! We brought over "birthday gifts" for Stacy (and Jeremy) that night. They were more practical baby gifts plus a frozen dinner. I have added Jeremy's blog to my links. Jeremy and Stacy will be leaving to get their baby girl next Tuesday from Ethiopia. Two new babies-yipee!!

More To Cross Off The List.

On Monday night, I went to baby class. I brought with me the schedule to tour St. Lukes Maternity Ward so I would know what to expect upon arrival. They also strongly encourage pre-registration. There is another mom in my baby class who was a week behind me and was going to deliver at St. Lukes downtown as well. I thought we might tour the hospital together. However, I arrived late to the teacher explaining how that particular mother delivered her baby early, Saturday to be exact. My eyes were wide with fear that if it happened to her, it might happen to me. After I got home, I immediately finished the item on my to do list of packing my hospital bag. I have also put a plastic sheet under my mattress pad and sheets, just in case my water breaks in the middle of the night. So, hopefully I will have jinxed myself into not having my water break at home or need the hospital bag in a moment of desperation. I am continuing to organize everything in sight and feel more and more at ease with each thing I cross off.

Since my last entries have lacked pictures, I will do my best to get a belly shot on here for those of you who have not seen me with a belly. However, it won't be tonight. I am tired and need sleepy.

Mission Accomplished.

Okay, well not all things on my to do list were accomplished... but I did get some things done.

1. Haircut. Last one before Owen is born.
2. Deep Clean-Master Bath.
3. Stacy's Birthday Present Given.
4. Terry's Birthday Present Bought.
5. Some Items in the Hospital Bag.
6. Purchased Foam for the Rocking Chair Back.
7. Doubling Meals and Freezing Half (Idea from Kelly) Let me know if you have any good recipes...

This is my last week of work. The reality has not hit yet. What is more prominent is my fear of not having everything at home in order in time. I talked to my sister tonight and decided that I had better schedule my days for next week to make sure I stay on task and not let the days flitter away. Since the biggest fear is not having my bag packed for the hospital, that will probably be the first thing on the to do list this week. Everything else can wait.

American Gladiators.

Last night, when I should have been in bed, I was sitting with Byron as he was watching bits and pieces of the several ESPN channels we have. He clicked over to the ESPN Classic and lo and behold, you will never guess what was on... AMERICAN GLADIATORS. I had totally forgotten all about the show and was stuck to the couch with my eyes glued (morbid curiosity). My family used to watch this show so it was definitely a blast from the past. Byron used to watch it too so I know that we weren't the only family...

Nesting.

Two more weeks of work, okay minus two days... My last day will be April 13th. It is all a little surreal. However, I know for a fact that I will be able to fill my days with important things before Owen arrives.

For those of you who know me... I am a list maker. Here is a sample of my To Do list:

1. Haircut
   
2. Select Pediatrician
3. Meals Frozen
4. Pack Hospital Bag
5. Wash Baby Clothes
6. Garden
7. Nursery Decor Done
8. Budget
9. Baby Shower Thank Yous
10. Deep Clean: Master Closet/Bath, Kids Bath, Laundry Room, Kitchen Shelves, Plant Shelves
    
11. Brian's Birthday Present
12. Stacy's Birthday Present
13. Terry's Birthday Present
14. Father's Day Gifts
    
15. Clean carpets
    
16. Hospital Tour/Pre-Register
17. Calling List
18. Birth Announcement
19. Health Insurance
20. Wills, Etc.