Bags are Packed, I am Ready to Go...

Sort of. So, my mom and I packed my hospital bags this week while she was here. So, I guess that means I am officially "ready" for the hospital, however I don't really FEEL ready. I feel like there is supposed to be like 4 more months of this biz-nass. No? Ok.

I had my typical Friday doctor's visit today and while I got a great report (labs came back good, bp was steady, I am 80% effaced, and still on bed rest), I was told that we will be inducing the week of March 9. Which means, March 9ish or 10ish, I could have this baby...Scared? Yes. Excited? Yes. I am feeling so many emotions, it's hard to pinpoint just which one is stronger...I am leaning towards anxious. But whatev. This kid is going to come out one way or the other, so we'll just take it day by day, step by step. (Hey- wasn't that a NKOTB song? Step by step, ooohhh baby, got to get to you giiiiirrrrrllllll.)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GQ5eZSa7URA

Like how my mind wanders...welcome to bed rest people. More updates to come as we near the end of pregnancy, when this blog will mostly be about my baby, my mood swings, and my lack of social skills.

Bed Rest is Like Being a Dog

Today, while eating lunch (in bed) I was thinking...My life really has turned quite into what I like to call, "a dog's life." All I do is sleep, eat, lounge around and go to the bathroom (inside of course!). I've always said that dogs have it so easy, and by my calculations of being on bed rest for 16 days now, I believe this gives me enough research to prove my theory.

Bed Rest = Dog Life

Prior to my bed rest days, and even way before I was pregnant, I would often leave the house to head to work and think, "Man, dogs have it so easy! All they do all day is sleep! I wish I could be a dog." Careful what you wish for; lesson learned. The only REAL differences in my human life vs a dogs life: variety of food and the ability to accurately communicate my needs/wants. And even having the ability to communicate has been semi-lost since my brain has begun to turn mushy from not "exercising" it as frequently as I would normally had I had a full 9+ hour day at work. Don't get me wrong, I am reading and trying to keep my brain as up to speed as possible, but without being stimulated by problems, stress, and the everyday antics of an office environment (and even more so, and advertising office environment), my brain is a little on the slow side these past few days. I am hoping my agility will re-appear once my baby is born. Even more so, I am hoping that my life will turn from it's regular "pooch" state to a nice even-keeled, level headed, "mama" state.

Woof!

Bed Rest, Morning of Day 13

This morning while enjoying some homemade coffee cake (thanks to Chef Patty) and grapes, I was watching the trees sway back and forth outside my breakfast nook window. (I am going somewhere with this, I promise.) Anyway, as I am downing this delish piece of cake, I see a teenage boy and girl walking hand in hand with their backpacks strapped to their backs, walking AWAY from the high school...this can only mean one thing. They are playing hookie to go make the nookie. Me, in my VERY pregnant state had such a desire to run (more like trot or even waddle because at this point I have a large watermelon- at least that what it feels like- trying to escape from my body) outside and physically SHOW THEM what happens to little boys and girls should they skip school. BABIES. BABIES happen.

Amen.

Looks like Red is on Bed Rest, too

For 8 days now, I've been in this bed, and for 7.5 days, Red has wanted NOTHING to do with me, except for now. I lured him back here with chicken salad and crackers, but before I could even get going on my lunch, he laid down and started taking a nap. What a cute pup I have...I hope he stays back here all day- it would certainly make the day go by much faster having someone to talk to (sort of).

To Facebook or Not To Facebook- that is the REAL question....

Since I've been on bed rest for a week now, I've been getting some "advice" to join Facebook. A while back, I joined MySpace which I have since found out is "so last year," so I've closed my account. I am just not sure if Facebook is something, in addition to my business, a soon to be baby, and then on top of that, my full time work, that I want to try to keep up with. Sure, I am on bed rest now and getting to that point where I could use something to do- but do I want to spend my time on Facebook? Is that how I want my friends to communicate with me? I am not so sure. I like the old fashioned email or phone call. Call me crazy- but I am not so sure Facebook is the answer to my boredom...Thoughts?

Bed Rest EOD 7, and a funny....

I have officially made 7 days IN BED. As my cousin would say, "It's a Christmas Miracle!" No, seriously- it is a miracle. I got to get out today to go to the doctor (everything is looking good), and then I came straight home and slept, something I haven't done yet since I've been bed rested. It felt good and I am going to try to get at least 1 nap a day out of this gig...

In other news. When I turned on my street to get home after my doctor's appointment, I saw the most bizarre thing. (Many of you might know, but there is a lady in our neighborhood who takes walks with her cat. With her cat in a stroller. A baby stroller. One night, Abe was outside doing something in the yard and the lady came walking up to him with the stroller and when he approached the stroller- thinking he'd see a cute baby- he was faced with a cat. AND he was quite shocked. I mean, come on, a cat in a stroller?) So, today I turn the corner to see a lady WALKING a cat on a leash. For real. I had to do a double take- I mean it has been a while since I've been out in the real world- surely my eyes would not deceive me this early on! But it was confirmed. The lady was walking a cat. A cat on a leash. I wish I'd had my camera with me, or the guts to stop and even take a picture with my phone- but I was in such surprise I didn't know what to do. It was truly hysterical!

Once I pulled into the garage, I muttered to myself, "Now I've seen it all." I am rethinking that statement because with baby on the way, I know I have not seen it all, but it sure did feel like it today.

Bed Rest Day 5ish

Today marks the 5th-ish day that I've been on bed rest (the day has just started). Not the most fun and enjoyable time in my life, but I will say there are a FEW perks. (this is me trying to be positive!)

1. I don't have to pick out something to wear everyday- I wear PJ's.
2. I can go 2-3 days without washing my hair, however I have showered EVERYDAY since I've been in bed- shocking I know!
3. I've finished writing all my shower thank you notes!
4. I hardly ever put on my brazzer...like ever.
5. I have gotten caught up on every episode of Oprah, Intervention, The City (which I am reconsidering watching) and Housewives of Orange County...I am about to embark on season uno of 30 Rock (thanks to Chris and Kelley for loaning me their copy!)
6. I get to ask Abe to dust the house and he does it!
7. I have ALL day to work on Between the Sheets Co and not feel guilty about it.
8. I can start AND finish knitting a scarf probably in a week (think Christmas gifts here, people).
9. If I feel the need to take a nap, I can because I am already in bed and comfy- all I have to do it close my eyes and voila!
10. I am saving a TON of money on gas and by not Eating Fresh...and trust me, saving the cash at this point is imperative due to my short term disability kicking in about 5-6 weeks early.

Making 10 was a stretch, but I did it! More updates to come!

Day 3 and Counting

This is the third day in a row that I have gotten to watch The Martha Stewart Show...She is a very crafty lady...Today's show is all about Valentine's Day...she is making fun and totally not doable desserts. They look delish, but I would venture a guess to say that I would just head to Central Market to pick up my sweets for tomorrow.

Today's goals include getting to the doctor and NOT being admitted (for the third time), working on some Between the Sheets Co. designs, and getting my hospital bags packed. All attainable- I hope!

PS- does anyone know what happened to Chris Brown and Rhianna? I am getting some conflicting reports from TMZ, the Internet and Entertainment Tonight.

Bed Rest Day 2

Ok, so it's been about 24+ hours of bed rest (with one minor break out last night to the hospital and a friends house, AND to get a lottery ticket- we lost...). It was good to be out of the house, however I felt bad. I have been told to STAY HOME in BED, and I felt like I was breaking the rules, therefore it wasn't as much fun as I was hoping for. It felt like I was sneaking out of my house, mom knowing.

This morning, I am watching the tail end of the Today Show where they are showing body shaping tools for women...One of the items shown was a padded "junk in the trunk" pair of undies...Huh?



Random, I know...I guess being at home and able to watch the tube all day, I will be learning a lot, keeping up with my reality TV and celeb gossip...

Bed Rest is Boring

So, I've been on bed rest for officially about 12ish hours now and boy, what a beat down...I've always wondered what it would be like to be on bed rest, I had all these great thoughts about it. You know, like, I'll have time to get the house cleaned, fix great dinners, run errands. Oh hell no, that is NOT how it works. It literally means BED REST. In bed (or on the couch) RESTING.

I feel like I am sitting in a really boring class at school and only 4 minutes have passed since I last looked at the clock. You know the feeling. It's horrible. My only saving grace is tonight, I get to break out of this joint and head back to the hospital to drop some stuff for the lab, THEN I get to see my friend Amy to pick up some of my work junk from her house. I cannot tell you how pumped I am to see her. Then tomorrow, my cousin and her hubby are going to come over to visit me (and bring lunch I think!). When my cuz comes, she will bring with her magazines, books, and DVD's for me to keep busy reading/watching. Lord knows I need SOMETHING to do other than just sit.

I am sure this will not be the last post...So, stay tuned.