9 Week Update

Sorry it's been a bit since I've updated. I've been busy with work and keeping up around the house... not much time to just sit and think and write. And I just got off after working 50 hours and I don't have a day off for 5 more days... so I'm a little grumpy now... but I'll try and let you know what's new....

My boobs are bigger... lol... that's probably the most significant change. And my little pooch is growing too. As a matter of fact, I couldn't button my work pants today so I had to belly-band it and wear my shirt un-tucked to work. That was a first. My work family is pretty awesome and they all know me so well so I got a lot of grief for it, all in good fun though.

I've nick-named my fetus, Cletus. HAHAHAHAHHA So "his" name is "Cletus the Fetus" for now. Caleb hates it but I find it hilarious...and I blame all my bad behavior and my hunger strikes on Cletus. Who wouldn't laugh?? lol

I find myself being hungry almost constantly and I've been packing a snack bag everyday. And if I wait too long to eat it becomes painful. I also have to drink a lot more water or I really start to feel crummy. And I found out that I like the taste of ginger ale... so I drink that when I don't feel real good. I still haven't been "morning sick".... but my stomach hurts or gets uncomfortable for at least a couple hours everyday. It's hard for me to be on a routine with food, water, and sleep so that's probably why.

My cat is being weird. I've heard they do that. He's either incredibly clingy to me...or just plain mean. He has a very intense personality anyway...but lately it's become really interesting.

Caleb started his new job with T Mobile and quit Buffalo Wild Wings. He really likes the new job and it seems like it will be a great thing. I'm just jealous of him right now because he has more time off than I do... and I'm the one cooking the baby! lol But that should level out once my work settles down in a month or so.

Our financial situation sucks... but thanks to some really awesome people in our lives, we're gonna be ok... and hopefully be able to get ahead. Our support system is awesome... both families and all of our friends have our backs. And I'm really not sure what I would do without them!

I'm sure everyone close to me would tell you that I'm quite a bit "crabbier"..... I don't think it would be as bad if I felt better. Or if I rested more. Or if I could just make it to my second trimester, where everyone promises me everything will be better. I'm trying!

I'd post a pic but... my camera broke and the one on my phone takes blurry pics...and Caleb is out with his friend so you'll just have to wait! But I promise to get one on here tonight.

Friends have started giving me things...and I'm accepting ALL donations! Jess gave me an array of different bottles to try. And a friend at work gave me a trunk full of baby gear. A case of diapers, a johnny jumper, a little floor blanket toy thing, one of those little vibrating chair things, a sling, and a few other cool things. We've just been tossing it all in the "baby's room" for now. I'm not quite ready to start going through anything. And Kimmie bought "her" a little onsie that says "My aunt is AWESOME" and some huge infant hair bows. She's SURE it's gonna be a girl. And we've discussed it... we really don't care what it is honestly. There are pros and cons of both... and we're preparing ourselves more and more everyday.

That's it for the update. I'll post a pic asap!