Vacation

My vacation started Thursday and it wasn't a day too early! Getting everything together and designated at work was pretty overwhelming and stressful but taking longer wouldn't help so I had to have that deadline. I didn't sleep most of Wednesday night so having vacation on Thursday and sleeping in peacefully was wonderful! Since it was pouring on Wednesday night and Thursday morning, sleeping in was double the awesome.


A little after noon, Derek's friends came over. We went to a fun sushi lunch (I found cooked stuff of course) and ran a few errands. Back home, the boys had started to re-arrange the basement. They needed a little creative help in aligning the sitting area and it was nice to have another person to help Derek move the stuff. Finally, they headed up to the Twins game. Thankfully, the rain stopped for them but it didn't stop them from purchasing new Twins gear just in case. Meanwhile, I co-hosted a baby shower and had time with ladies. Much different evenings for us!

Friday morning, vacation day 2, started with my favorite thing, a coffee date with a girlfriend! Had such a great conversation and borrowed a few new books for summer reading. When I returned after 11 a.m., the boys were just watching World Cup replays. We lounged around for a while and then I headed to a very important appointment for my eyebrows. I could get used to this kind of scheduling.

I met the boys for lunch and more World Cup with chicken strips -mmmmm. They headed golfing and I went home to tackle a few projects. Unfortunately, I get a little carried away and when they got home around 5:00, I was on the couch trying to uncramp my poor muscles. I ended up taking a nap while Derek continued to work in the basement. A quick leftovers dinner and quiet night with the Twins game rounded out our evening because D had the early shift this morning.

This morning was an early one getting Derek's lunch ready, some quick coffee and out the door by 5:30 a.m. After he left, I was to awake to head back to bed so I whipped up some oatmeal and toast and had a delicious breakfast. This might get to be a routine. Around 6:40, I headed out for a perfect walk. It is definitely easier to move in the mornings and I need to include my walk in the morning routine. It was so quiet and serene and no one was around to see me waddle. Perfect. I got home in time to just miss the rain and wish my baby brother good luck on the ACT tests, organize our bills, and email Derek about 3 times. I feel so productive.

I have a few errands to run before a noon car appointment. This afternoon, I think I will cuddle in with my new books and enjoy the couch. :) I could clean some floors and do laundry (always too much laundry) but probably won't push it. Derek has a double shift today so I won't see him until after 10:30 tonight. Kind of a bummer but not a common occurrence and necessary today so I am commited to being patient and sympathetic (?).

Baby is finally moving this morning, all my movement had kept it pretty quiet. It's just waiting for the right time to make it's appearance. I have entered the 40th week of pregnancy and am officially due Friday. My next appointment is Tuesday so we will see where things are. I am feeling pretty calm. Just praying for the best and hoping for no embarrasing or socially awkward situations. :) A few random photos because this has been a very wordy post!

As we worked in the basement, books were pile in the living room. Made me realize that our poor kid is going to be living with some real nerds.

Blurry :( Self-photo from last Sunday = beginning of Week 39.

That's all I have folks! Have a good weekend.