Growing up Meyer!

About ME : Waist: 42.0 inches (Total growth 8.5 inches) - A whooping 1.5 inches in 1 week...guess Monster is becoming LARGE and IN CHARGE! Weight: 160.8 lbs (Total increase 17.0 lbs) Pregnancy is starting to wear on me...I have good days, I have great days, and I have ok days!  Definitely feeling a little more tired in the past week...but pushing through to get things done before Monster arrives.  The acid reflux and heartburn have definitely slowed down...and starting this week, I will be going to prenatal yoga 2 times per week!  About MONSTER : More preparation for the "real" world...the lungs are continuing to mature in preparation for that first scream come late October (hopefully) or early November! Inside it is like a little booty shaking party...this Monster loves to dance and has new moves each day!  What used to happen in a bump, bump matter...now happens in 3 pound, pound, pound movements!  It's like a little party every afternoon.....

While Rich is away...the girls will play.... or work there butts off after playing!!!! Saturday Morning, Michaela and Jenn V threw me a fantastic shower...where Monster and I were again SPOILED ROTTEN!  This kid is already so loved...which means Rich and I have some pretty great friends!!!  Thanks Ladies for such a special day! A candid shot...before the "REAL" picture was taken... but I don't have those yet, so enjoy the ladies! A picture of my sister and I post-shower... can't believe that 2012 is the year WE both are going to have BABIES! So fun! After the shower, it was time to work... Sort gifts, Wash everything and organize the nursery! My MOM and SISTER we so helpful with all of this... the day started at 9 am and we didn't finish up on Saturday until 9 pm! It was all worth it when I know that we are OFFICIALLY ready to  BRING MONSTER HOME! A little picture of the madness...before it became organized cha...

 Rich and I spent the weekend in White Salmon to celebrate his 34th Birthday at a little Red Cabin on the River...it was a little bitter sweet.  So fun to get out of town and enjoy a final weekend of summer...but a little sad knowing that it was most likely our final trip before baby as "just us". We both are so excited for Monster and know that our lives will be so much better once he/she is here...but there is a little "ting" in my heart knowing that things are changing! We sure enjoyed the weekend, the fresh air, the great cafes and a fantastic dinner in Hood River.  A few pictures from the weekend (most are a little cloudy from the recent fires in White Salmon)... Rich and our "1st born"...hanging out by the river! My Boys! A picture of my boys in from of the cabin... and a view of the deck (and ledge)!  Chukar could not get enough of watching the river...he is definitely a "fish" dog! A final leg ...

About ME : Waist: 40.5 inches (Total growth 7 inches) - I'm guessing that I'm growing is some other direction because around is staying steady. Weight: 160.6 lbs (Total increase 16.8 lbs) Well, it's here...emotions, anxiety, the realization that the countdown is on, new pains and of course, acid reflux.  As amazing as pregnancy is, it would be nice if I was able to keep a clear head.   I've started to have to say "no" to things...like a hike last weekend! It really bums me out that my body is starting to not cooperate and any extended activity really takes a toll on me.  I'm trying to remain active with yoga, stretching and short walks...but that is really all I have the energy for!  I also get the 2pm narcolepsy....the bad news is I'm typically at a client so I don't get that little refresher! About MONSTER : Monster is currently 17 to 19 inches and weighs more than 4.5 pounds...seriously, now I get the back pain!  Another milest...

 Can someone say SPOILED?  Can someone say SPOILED ROTTEN? Well, I sure can and that is exactly how I felt for Monster, Rich and I on Sunday after my sister threw me a wonderful BABY SHOWER for my family and friends.  Seriously, the pictures do not do it justice...it was just perfect! Every detail was perfect! THANKS JENN for being such an AWESOME sister and everyone who came that made it such a special day for ME, RICH and MONSTER!  Getting a little practice with my beautiful niece JILLIAN!   She is just scrumptious!  After eating all the amazing food...it was time for presents!  This is where we continued to get spoiled by our loved ones....from this beautiful rocker/glider for the nursery, to a baby crib, to a fancy baby monitor and EVERYTHING in between...SPOILED ROTTEN! Of course, function with Rich and I is complete until someone gets us some Husky vs. Cougar gear...guess that Little Monster will have a...

About ME : Waist: 40.5 inches (Total growth 7 inches) - I'm guessing that I'm growing is some other direction because around is staying steady. Weight: 159.4 lbs (Total increase 15.6 lbs) I'm starting to feel a little more awkward...but still rocking heels and don't feel TOO pregnant.  The acid reflux has become a constant, but so worth it for this little one.  Emotions are also back in full force...overwhelming feelings of how blessed Rich and I are bring me to tears daily...but then I also have to bite my tongue at some of the things that set me off these days!  Another fun emotion is that "protective mama bear" feeling...wow, that's intense! I can only imagine what it will be like when Monster gets her! About MONSTER : Monster is just continuing to put on some weight and also getting "real" hair....plus, the skin is becoming soft and smooth!  It's really all the finishing touches from here on out...so while MONSTER is just h...

Week 31, all-freaking-ready?!?!  Holy smokes, we are starting to fly down the hill with no breaks and guess what (?!?!) there is no stopping now.  Monster is on his/her way and Rich and I are like a deer in headlights.  Well, maybe not that bad, but the excitement turns to fear and then turns back to excitement on about an every 30 minute time table! This was too funny to not share...and a picture from a mere 10 weeks ago.  A friend did something similar on her pregnancy blog and I thought that it was a must do!   Best part about this picture is... I really thought that I couldn't get any bigger! HAHAHAHAH! I'm now eating my words and know that even the picture above is not even close to how BIG I'll be at the end of this adventure!  Let's just hope that 10 weeks post baby I can look like the picture below...that would be ideal!   About ME : Waist: 40.5 inches (Total growth 7 inches) - Staying steady Weight: 158.8 lbs (Total i...

Typically, a long weekend for Rich and I means hitting the road ASAP and staying out as long as we can to...this year, Labor Day was a little different for the Meyer Family! After a LONG week...we stayed in on Friday night and enjoyed just a little peace and quiet with a late night trip to our favorite Greek restaurant! Saturday...was a little busier! Work, Yoga, Emily's 1st Birthday party and Kaylin & Pat's Wedding!  It was JAM packed with fun and friends! A little shot of Rich at I at the festivities at Hotel 1000!  Definitely starting to feel like the 8 month pregnant lady that I am...but I lasted until after 11pm (which was awesome)! Sunday morning...we slept in and hit the road a little after 12 to get "lost" in the woods and have a little more time together.  Of course, Grouse season opened on Saturday, so we brought the necessities, in case we were lucky enough to get Chukar on some birds! No such luck...but look at my handsome boys...