Slowing Down

BAM!

5 weeks left today. Goodness gracious, where did the time go?

It seems like yesterday that I found out I was pregnant with this little princess of mine. And, if that feels like yesterday, finding out that this baby was a princess feels like 12 hours ago. Granted, I was almost asleep 12 hours ago, but you get the idea.

With only 5 weeks left, or less (!), I've come to the conclusion that I'm not Wonder Woman. I know, it was one of those tough choices to make, but really, I'm not. I feel like I am, but even Wonder Woman needs a break from all the crime fighting and cleaning up she has to do on an every day basis. I'm sure even she has her meltdowns, and she's not even pregnant. Kudos to her though for all her hard work each and every day. ;)

I'm not trying to pat myself on the back, or have any of you readers pat me on the back, but my days are pretty hectic. Now, I know there are a lot more women out there that do a whole lot more in their days compared to what I do, but this post is about me. A little selfish, yes, but honestly, I'm so close to hitting my breaking point with everything. With a 40 hour work week, 12 credits of hands on massage work and then 5 hour clinics on Saturdays, I'm pooped. Not to mention that I'm 5 weeks away from having this baby.

I could do all on my schedule if I wasn't carrying around a "large cantaloup," according to my What To Expect When You're Expecting app on my phone. I mean, I had almost this exact same schedule but kind of flopped in high school. Go to school all day and then work in the evenings. Plus all the homework. I managed, and I managed quite well. Good thing I wasn't packing on any extra weight in high school... :)

Now, the real question is, what do I cut out? I know I could finish out everything while being pregnant, but seriously, I want my money's worth and my time's worth for what I'm learning at school. I want to feel like I'm a good therapist-in-training. Honestly, I can't remember a single thing that I've learned this semester besides my Shiatsu Yelling Paper. "Yin Yang Yang Yin!" I don't even have the lung capacity to yell out the information, let alone perform the compressions and techniques in class to the best of my ability. The stretches too. Oh man. That's a work out all on its own for me! (But I am going to start doing a lot more stretching in these next weeks to help everything out).

So, I'm sure you can guess that I'm talking about cutting school out. Not really cutting it out, but taking a Leave of Absence for 10 weeks. I need to get more information from UCMT on Monday when I talk to Harmony, but I need it the time to relax and not rush this baby. I need the job for the money and the insurance. School, it can take a little time on the back burner while I "enjoy" the last few weeks of being pregnant.

This doesn't mean that I'm done with my classmates. Not at all. I love them all to death, each and every single one of them. They mean so much to me. Even the ones that may not think that I do care about them. All of them hold a special place in my heart, and I will always consider them to be some of my best friends. I have loved and appreciated all of their support during my pregnancy, and I want to keep in touch with them after this is all said and done. Just know I will be the biggest cheerleader at graduation for you guys. I'll cry tears of joy! ...and maybe some post partum tears too. You won't be able to tell the difference. ;)

It's been a great year, but this momma needs to take a break.

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Decorations

I would love to own this. :)

I think I have an obsession... 

I only hope Brielle feels the same way about them. 

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Decor for Brielle's room will be in elephants. I'm thinking soft pinks, yellow and gray. 

Now if only we could find a house so I can start working on a nursery...

Soon enough though. 

5 Weeks 3 Days to go

38 Days Left. 

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Ohp. No bump today either. I was really sick last night with hot flashes, nausea and 2am heart burn with no Tums. :( 

I'll shoot for tomorrow, though, after our appointment.

Currently...

Anyone currently look at my blog, I want to apologize.

It's under some minor construction.

I'm a little brain dead at the moment...

blame. the. pregnancy.

Brielle is stealing all of my brains!

It should look pretty by the end of the night.

Thanks for being patient!

*Update*

Whew, all done. <3

Also...

If you're ever, and I mean ever, in need of another blog to look at, check this one out.

My girly friend Caisa is an amazing cook/baker. This woman made me peanut butter bars because I had been craving them for oh all my pregnancy. They were. to. die. for. 

Seriously. Do it. 

She just posted one on Cinnamon Burst Banana Muffins.

Now try and tell me that doesn't sound delicious. Go ahead, try. Yeah, didn't think so. :) 

I don't even like bananas, but this just makes my mouth water!

Enjoy, fellow bloggers. <3

Listening to 90s Pop Radio

Yeah, I really should be getting ready for school, but that can wait. This Pandora channel of 90s Pop Radio is pretty killer. No joke. 90s music is pretty...rad. ;)

Nothing too spectacular has been going on the past, oh, two weeks since I've posted something on here.

I did start school up again! 2 weeks down. :)

Classes:

• Cranial Sacral Therapy
• Structural Integration
• Shiatsu
• Professional Development 3

Love all of the classes so far, and I can actually receive the work! Hollah! :)

Clinic this last weekend was nice, even though it was a double shift. I did get a massage and facial though on Sunday. Wicked awesome. I even smelled fruity after the facial.

Say "'ello" to my next two weeks:

• Monday 1/21- No work or school
• Tuesday 1/22- Work and school
• Wednesday 1/23 - Work and school (BUMP DAY!)
• Thursday 1/24 - Work, school and 35week appointment. :) 
• Friday 1/25 - Work and school. (Yuck. I know)
• Saturday 1/26 - Clinic and the Baby Shower! 
• Sunday 1/27 - Clinic (bummer...)
• Monday 1/28 - Friday 2/1 - Work and school. every. single. day. >.<
• Doctor's Appointment on Thursday the 31st :) 
• Saturday and Sunday 2/2 & 2/3 - Clinic again. 

Imma be one tired preggers. Send some positive thoughts my way, yeah? ^^

Alright, it's time to feed this belly of mine. Brielle has the hiccups and she's going to start getting grumpy in a few minutes if I don't solve them. o.0

Ohp. Enjoy some pictures on me. ;)

(Awkward Family Photo...)

<3 me some maternity bumps. 

(Thanks again, Kami - Check her out. She did our Wedding Package too! Ooo, and she's on Facebook)

Silly Quizzes

Being as it is only 7pm, well almost, and I have nothing left to do with my evening, I decided to take a "Baby Birth Experience" Quiz. As usual, just for fun, and we're not betting on anything (shhh hide the cash!) I thought I'd share the prediction with you. 

The day you deliver, outside will be windy. Your baby will arrive in the late afternoon. After a labor lasting approximately 9 hours, your child, a girl, will be born. Your baby will weigh about 5 pounds, 6 ounces, and will be 17 inches long. This child will have medium brown eyes and curly blonde hair.

Oh boy. I hope she's a bit bigger than just 5lbs 6oz! 

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