Violetta, we are eleven weeks into this journey, and this week, you are the size of a lime, or a fig. I choose to focus on lime, since your middle name is Margarita after all. And because I seem to be craving anything and everything sour. I bought some lime popsicles which have been heavenly. When you are big enough, I think we should make popsicles together to enjoy on hot summer days, or maybe even as soon as you are teething.
This week, you received your very first gift! (Although I'm told they were not the first to be purchased, only received.) Your cousin, Lady C, sent you a rubber giraffe, which has been one of her favorite toys since she was a wee little one. And, her parents, your Aunt R and Uncle W sent a book that Dad and I can use to figure out all the things we need and want to buy for you, and how to make sure we get them at reasonable prices. Dad started looking into car seats this weekend. It was fun to see him get excited and kick into research mode. It's something he's very good at, and often helps everyone in our family with. He would probably be very good at working for Consumer Reports.
I spent a lot of time this weekend painting my dressing table that is taking up all the space in your room. One more coat of paint, and I think it will be done. Then Dad has to find someone to help him carry it up to our room, because it definitely falls above my allowed weight limit of 20 pounds!
Only one more week until we get to see you again, my precious little lime. I can't wait!
I think the 12 week ultrasound was one of my favorites! I am happy you are getting along well and hope your family is coping.
ReplyDeleteGlad to see you are remaining positive about your pregnancy in spite of the emotional weekend you had. Take care!
ReplyDeletethe maternity clothing challenge. I hear ya! Long maxi skirts are also great :)
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry about your recent family issues. I really feel for your BIL and his partner. Even though outwardly she might not have wanted the baby after 26w (i kind of struggled a bit and freaked out over the weeks) it is very much a part of you.
Oh good luck with finding comfortable clothing with the weird weather patterns. If its that hot now where you are what the heck will it be when its summer?
ReplyDeleteoh my gosh. I can't believe she mc'd! It just shows us we are never 'out of the wood completely' and stories like that scare the crap out of me!
ReplyDeleteas for the clothes, goooo shopping girl! I can't believe you are still able to hide the pregnancy from everyone. I can't wait for you to be able to scream it though!
Definitely go and splurge on yourself a bit. Keep the happy vibes and positive energy flowing around Violetta.
ReplyDeleteI hope she also enjoys that giraffe. Em's just now to the point that sh is having fun playing with her Sophie.
the whole BIL/stillbirth/girlfriend situation just leaves a bad taste in my mouth. I definitely don't think (personally) that the way they are handling it is healthy for anyone, but to each their own. I just hope their experience doesn't cover you in fear. I worried the whole time about whether I was actually bringing my baby home with me, but made sure to enjoy every minute of it I could. I hope you do the same!