So, it happened. Ty and I are officially residents of Clarke County: citizens of Ty's hometown of Osceola, Iowa.
The big move from Omaha to Osceola took place on Saturday, June 19th. I was 31 weeks pregnant with Mr. William Beau. The move went very smoothly. Andrew, Anthony, Aaron, Grandma Susan, and Grandpa Jay were all part of the moving troope. I'm not gonna lie.... I felt kinda spoiled during the move! Due to my ever expanding mid-section, I was forbidden from lugging boxes up and down the stairs. So, I got to hang out upstairs, simply directing traffic and cleaning like mad. (I must admit... at times, this pregnancy-thing has its perks!)
Later the following week, Mom and Anna came over to help paint the nursery and finish unpacking. Ty was just certain that we would create a royal mess painting the nursery, but except for Mom throwing her shorts into the paint bucket, it went off without a hitch! ( ; Mom and Anna then helped me finish putting everything away, for which I am eternally grateful! Let's just say that my mother should be employed as an interventionist for hoarders: the woman works miracles!
Mom and Anna stuck around through Sunday, because Saturday was Beau's Osceola babyshower. Oh my gosh, Emily and the girls put together such a nice shower! The shower was dinosaur-themed, with little dinosaur figurines, dinosaur books, and one very cute stuffed dinosaur decorating the tables. The women of Osceola were very gracious and giving. Beau got lots of great baby-gear. Mom and Grandma Ketcham gave Beau a bassinet, and Carol got us his adorable highchair. Except for a few basic items, I think Beau has received about everything that a newborn could possibly need!
The weekend after the babyshower was busy, too. Carol and Brock both celebrated significant birthday landmarks. Carol turned 50, while Brock turned 25 years old. The entire Wheeler clan met at a state park and celebrated with grilling out, cake, stumbling around in canoes and a paddle boat, & just generally relaxing in the great outdoors. The 4th of July was rainy, but we managed to still enjoy ourselves while poking fun at the assortment of local townsfolk who appeared for the festivities.
Whew, I didn't realize how much has transpired since moving 17 days ago! No wonder I haven't had a chance to update the blog lately! Hopefully, the previous narrative of the last couple of weeks got the blog back up to speed.... But now, I should probably move on to the more traditional blog fare....
Week 32: Eclipse (17)
So, I slacked major in my movie-a-week goal.... but, I think that the move made for a very reasonable excuse! I did, however, manage to see one movie over the last 4 weeks. Eclipse! The third book of the Twilight series. Libby and I met Emily in Des Moines, and we saw the movie together at Jordan Creek. And.... it was amazing! Libby thought it was the best of the Twilight movies. Emily and I just enjoyed it thoroughly! The action was great... Kirsten Stewart and Taylor Lautner's acting seems to be improving... The love triangle tension was great! And, as Libby aptly pointed out, the movie had more humorous moments, as well. I can not wait to drag Ty with me to see it again! I know that Ty just can't wait! (Jordan Creek, Wednesday, 6/30/10)
Pregnancy-wise, Beau and I have had 2 more great check-ups! I'm still measuring right on target. I've gained about 20 to 25 pounds, right where the doctor wants me. All of my labs have come back normal, and Beau's heartbeat sounds good! I had my first regular appointment with my new ob in Des Moines. She's great, and I'm looking forward to getting more comfortable with the new clinic with each progressive appointment. J.R. drove me to the appointment, and we had quite a nice day together! Even IF he started out the cartrip by giving me a list of topics of conversation that were off-limits. Oh, and can I get a holla.... Holla! Ty and I finally have insurance again! We survived the month of June insurance-less. Thank you, William Beau, for cooperating and behaving like a gentleman during the month of June! Daddy and I very much appreciate it!
Beau has been moving around like crazy during the past 4 weeks. I thought that fetal movement was supposed to decrease as the pregnancy got further along; however, Beau has just been going to town recently! The movement continues to feel less like kicks and more like bumps and rolls. I've spent a lot of time lately just watching my stomach roll, almost like a wave, at times. My bellybutton... well, it's gone. ) ; Even the bellybutton "ledge" has disappeared. Oh well, it was bound to happen sometime!
Finally, pregnancy is starting to get a little more difficult. My lower back hurts a lot. I often have difficulty finding a comfortable position while sitting or laying down. Standing feels best; however, I get tired and my feet start to hurt pretty quickly. It's getting more and more difficult to get out of bed.... literally! I kinda have to roll quickly to the side, to gain some momentum, before trying to hoist myself up... Sometimes, I kinda feel like a beached whale or upside-down turtle! And do you know what Ty called me the other day???
Ty and Libby were watching a movie, while I was napping on the couch. Apparently, Ty looked over at my poor, innocent, sleeping pregnant figure (I guess that my arms and legs were kinda splayed with my head hanging back and my big ole' belly sticking out prominently) and he told Libby that I looked like a piece of "bloated roadkill". Bah!! After hearing that comment, there has got to be a piece of jewelry out there with my name on it.
Well, I know this blog was lengthy, but I did have 4 weeks of events to catch up on. I promise that next week's will be more brief. Until next time....
Beau is scheduled to arrive 47 days from today! He should measure about 17 to 18.5 inches long. He should weigh between 4 to 6 pounds. He's about the size of a honeydew fruit! Ty and I are getting closer and closer to meeting our little man!
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