Like Father, Like Son

We finally decided to go ahead with the 4D ultrasound this past weekend. We had debated whether or not we wanted to, wondered if he would cooperate and if it would be worth our investment. So we did.

When I say like father, I mean it. This boy has his dad's personality. He is not much of a mover at all, nor has he ever been. He's so laid back. I drank a cherry lemon sundrop before going to the appointment, and he did not budge. Those things pack enough punch to carry me dead tired through a school day. He did not wake up.

Luckily, he was in a great position so we were able to get some good shots.

He sleeps with his hands by his face.

He looks so sweet- and has his dad's lips!

Finally found his mouth, but didn't keep his thumb there long.

A sleepy smile.

We don't know if that is hair or not, so we'll see!

He does have my chubby cheeks and round face.

We are so excited and can't wait to see him here in about 10 weeks!

The Calm Before the Storm

I'm waiting for it. For that moment to hit when reality has set in, comfort is gone, the newness has worn off.

I'm waiting for that "challenging child" to emerge from the crowd.

I was extremely hesitant starting the year with 19 unknown children. I did not talk to previous teachers to find anything out. I've had nightmares in past years waiting to meet them and see them after hearing things about them. So I didn't. I just waited to see for myself.

And I'm still waiting. It's an eerie feeling, to have a group that gets right to work without a sound once I've gone over directions. It's new to have a group sit still for so long waiting for me while a teacher or visitor has entered the room, without being directed or asked. And the hall? They don't just stop straight, they walk through the hall straight too!

Normally, they start to break and true colors emerge within the first few days. If not then, then within the first week or so. Two weeks into it now and I can't figure it out!

Maybe it's a good group. Maybe my "talkers" are scared because they are few and far between. Maybe I set the bar high and they are still in shock. Maybe my big belly has them intimidated (or parents threatened them to death!).

Either way, I am blessed. It has really helped with my transition back into the classroom. I'm feeling great, aside from the occasional back pain. I find plenty of time to sit, stand, walk, rest, and move around. I haven't knocked a child in the head with my belly yet, but there's still time! It's harder to squeeze past students where I normally would be able to. My feet have only swollen twice, but neither on a school day and only noticeable to me, since I see them everyday (for now!).

Hopefully, things will continue going well for these next 11 weeks! That, and I might want to knock on wood too...

Quick Break

~ Summer break is over...
~ My parents came to visit last weekend and brought tons of stuff (blog to come)...
~ School has started and I have a great group!

All craziness aside, I figured I'd take a quick break to update my pictures. I'm glad to look and see the steady progression since most of the time it feels like leaps and bounds!

26 Weeks

28 Weeks

Sidenotes:
- Feeling great.
- No noticeable swelling (yet).
- Staying cool.
- Room mostly done.
- Laugh every time my belly moves.
- TOUCHED him the other day. Weird!