Big Sister Interview

With the impending arrival of Baby Henry in about 5-6 weeks, I have been soaking up every moment with my precious girl. I know she is going to be a great big sister but I also know her world is about to be rocked having to share the attention of Mommy and Daddy. I want her to know how much we love her and that she will always be our special first born. I can't imagine every loving another baby as much as I love her. My friends who have multiple children tell me that true heart grows and somehow you love the second baby as much as the first.  

I wanted to take a minute to sit with her and ask her these questions. Here are her answers. 

Are you excited about becoming a big sister?
Yes!!


What are you most excited about?
Well.....I'm most excited about my birthday! (lol)
Carrying the baby and putting the paci in his mouth. 

What do you think your brother will look like?
I dont know. Maybe he will have brown skin and curly yellow hair. 


What color eyes do you think he will have?
Blue

What color hair do you think he will have?
Yellow


What are you going to say to him when you first meet him?
I love you!!

What kind of things do big sisters do?
They love their babies. They try to kiss the babies on their head. 


What sorts of things are you going to teach Henry?
I'm going to teach him to say stuff like "goldfish".


What kinds of things do babies do?
They slobber and they poop in their diapers. 

When do you think Henry is going to come?
In summer


Do you think it will be fun to be a big sister?
Yes!


Is Henry going to like our family?
Yes


What is the most important thing about being a big sister?
You have to take care of your baby.

33 Weeks.....The Best and Worst Things About Being PregnantIm

I'm sitting here watching the new NBC show, STRONG, and already planning my "get healthy after baby strategy". I have been feeling pretty good but am ready to not have this extra weight on me. I cannot believe I am 33 weeks pregnant and that I will be having baby boy in a little over a month. That's just crazy! It seems like this pregnancy has just flown by. I have really been trying to enjoy it and savor the feelings and moments because this may be the last time I get to experience it.

The Best Things About Pregnancy:

*Not having to "suck it in"

When you are pregnant you are supposed to have a baby bump :)

*Feeling the baby move and kick

 It is seriously an amazing thing that a tiny human is growing inside of me. I feel him moving the most when I lay down for bed at night. I know I will miss this a little bit when he is born. 

*Nesting

Joe and I have been working hard to clean the house, the yard...everything. We have been using this time to finish up the projects that we have been wanting to finish and also starting a few new ones. I am super lucky to have a handy hubby who is always looking forward to the next DIY.

*Getting new baby stuff

A friend was selling her Halo baby bed and we jumped on it. I am excited to put Henry in this when he is sleeping in the room with us. Sally has been using it to put her babies to sleep. 

I have also done a few crafts. One was this fabric covered wipes container for the diaper bag. I followed a tutorial on youtube and it was super easy. 

I've been buying more baby clothes from a few girls I have met that share my same style when it comes to dressing little boys. 

A local store hosted a baby shower for expectant mommies and they had the best favor bags. I love free stuff!

*Seeing my hubby play with Sally

He is seriously the best daddy.

And now for the Worst Parts About Pregnancy:

*Swollen Fingers

The wedding rings have come off :(

*Sleep

I was sleeping pretty well up until a few weeks ago. I am now taking Unisom (with my Dr's approval) and it has helped a lot. I have also experience restless arms and it sucks. I had it with Sally and the only thing that helps is hugging a heating pad.  I am normally a side sleeper but I like to put a little pressure on my tummy so that has been an adjustment too.

*Working Out

Before I got pregnant, you could find me at the gym about 5 days a week. In the last few months, I am down to 1-2 times a week. By the time my class time comes around (5-5:30pm), I am just exhausted. I have also experience round ligament pain in my belly when I am doing Zumba so I when I am in that class, I have to stop jumping around so much. I already did some research and found out that the nursery at the gym takes babies when they are 8 weeks old and I am looking forward to getting back into the gym full time. Its just such a huge part of my daily life. I am also excited about starting my running again. 

Other fun facts:

My current cravings consist of oranges (I eat 2-3 at a time), walnuts and soft ice (like from Sonic and Chick-fil-a). 

I love my nightly baths while reading US Weekly and Country Living. Bath bombs from Lush are a treat :)

I am started to get winded from simple things like walking up a flight of stairs. 

Rhea Lana Memphis {Consignment Sale}

One of the best consignment sales is coming up this week here in Memphis. This one is especially exciting for me because some of my friends bought the franchise. I know its going to be an awesome sale. I get to shop on Friday and I cant wait to show you all the goodies I find. 

Here are some important dates if you want to consign, volunteer or just come shop. 

Find more info on their website here.

Our Spring 2016 Event will be held April 17-23 (presale is April 16) at 2874 Wolfcreek Parkway (behind Chick-fil-a) G'town Pkwy & Hwy 64

Directions:

In the Shoppes of WolfCreek (Target is the anchor) at the corner of N. Germantown Pkwy and Hwy. 64 (behind Chick-Fil-A)

Drop Off Days (Last Day to Bring Items!)	Wednesday, April 13th	12:00 PM to 7:00 PM
	Thursday, April 14th	9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Last Day to Enter Items Online Be sure to "finish" your batch by this time!	Monday, April 11th	11:59 PM
Early Worker's Pre-Sale Bring pass! Work two shifts to earn this pass.	Saturday, April 16th	10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Worker's Pre-Sale Bring pass! Work one shift to earn this pass.	Saturday, April 16th	11:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Consignor's Pre-Sale Bring pass!	Saturday, April 16th	2:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Moms-to-Be Pre-Sale  Must bring pass - print from website!	Saturday, April 16th	4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Guest Pre-Sale  Bring pass!	Saturday, April 16th	6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
SALE DAYS 25% off Thursday, April 21st	Sunday, April 17th	12:00 PM to 7:00 PM
	Monday, April 18th	9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
	Tuesday, April 19th	9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
	Wednesday, April 20th	9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
	Thursday, April 21st	9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
WORKER'S HALF PRICE SALE Bring Pass!	Thursday, April 21st	5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
CONSIGNOR HALF PRICE SALE Bring Pass!	Thursday, April 21st	6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
GUEST HALF PRICE SALE Moms To Be May Also Attend!	Thursday, April 21st	7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
HALF PRICE SALE Many Items Half Price	Friday, April 22nd	9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
	Saturday, April 23rd	9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Pick-up Day Pay Day!!! Consignor checks are ready!	Sunday, April 24th