35 weeks (tomorrow)!

Size of baby: He is about 18 inches long and about 5 pounds (about the size of a butternut squash)!
Symptoms: I can definitely tell that I'm getting near the end. I've been feeling more "achy", lately... especially my back and ribs. I can no longer put my shoes on comfortably... the ONLY thing I miss about being pregnant in the summer is being able to wear flip flops. :) This week, I had to move my chair back in the car because my belly was bumping up against the steering wheel... haha!
The Braxton Hicks contractions have, also, increased a lot, lately. I've been getting anywhere from 5 to 10 a day. With T, I wasn't getting nearly that many. However, I also wasn't doing stairs, carrying and chasing a toddler, or "on the move" as much. My doctor says that as long as they don't intensify or stop when I lay down and drink water, they are completely fine... just super uncomfortable.
I've been really tired, again (almost like the first trimester). However, I think it's because I haven't been sleeping well.
Weight gain: At my last doctor's appointment (last week), I had gained 33 pounds. Honestly, I'm not super thrilled, but I'm also not surprised. I'm pretty much on the same weight gain track as I was with T, so I'm not worried. I wanted to stay closer to gaining 30 pounds, total, this time. Obviously that didn't happen, but I'm feeling ok about it.
Movement: He moves the most when I'm sitting or lying down (about ready to fall asleep). I've been trying to lie down (to read) about a half hour before I'm ready to fall asleep, so that he has time to "settle". If not, he keeps me awake.

We officially scheduled our cesarean section for March 28th (a month from today)! It's crazy to have an official birthday, already... unless he comes early, of course! I will be exactly 39 weeks at the time. At my last appointment, I started to get really nervous for the c-section. I mean I know that I've been in that situation before, but it was so fast, last time, that I had no time to think about what was actually happening. My doctor assured me, however, that this time will actually be better because things will be so much calmer. She also said that usually recovery is a lot quicker than the first time. Obviously, everyone is different, but that's the norm, apparently. I'll take it. The main thing I'm concerned about is recovering with a toddler at home. Last time, I was able to sleep, lie down, and rest. Besides nap time, I'm not sure if I'll be able to do that as often. My mom is going to stay with us a while and we will have more family coming, as well. That will be SO helpful. I'm so thankful for that!
I know that God will give me His grace and strength for that time. He always provides!

I'm so excited for our little one to arrive! I'm so excited to have a baby in the house, again. I can't imagine loving another child as much as I love T, but (according to what everyone says) I know that it happens! How exciting!!!

32 Weeks!

Size of baby: Our baby is about 16.7 inches and 3.8 pounds (about the size of a squash!).
Symptoms: I'm starting to have Braxton Hicks contractions a little more frequently, but it's usually after/during exercise (or going up and down stairs). I just rest and drink some water and they subside. It's not painful, just a little uncomfortable. My belly is starting to "get in the way", sometimes (when I play the piano, hold Tatum on my lap, empty the dishwasher, carry the laundry basket, paint my toe nails, etc.). However, sometimes it comes in handy. The other day, I dropped a spoon, and my belly "caught" it for me. :) It's been super uncomfortable bending over to pick things up, so that was so helpful!
I'm still wearing my wedding ring which I'm very excited about. I think this time, last pregnancy, my fingers were too swollen (plus, it was summer) to wear it. :( 
Maternity clothes: I hope that they'll all still fit me throughout the rest of my pregnancy! I feel like I've been growing so much and there's no more room!
Cravings: Lately,  I've been loving Stonyfield's french vanilla yogurt and blueberries! It's so weird because I couldn't even stand the thought of blueberries during the first and second trimesters.
Movement: I feel like this little guy has definitely flipped (head down). His kicking is a lot stronger at the top of my belly (like his feet?). It's so crazy feeling him "respond" to touch outside of the womb... he'll kick back if you touch him. He moves the most when I wake up on the morning and in the evening before I go to bed.

I'm 2 and a half...

... going on 16!!!
Things I like to do: I love to make soup in my little kitchen, play with my new doll house, read books, go on errands with Mommy (Walmart, the bank, and Fareway), play the piano, dance, color, have tea parties with Mommy, play "come back here" with Papa, play with play-doh,

help Mommy pick up things she drops (she's been doing that a lot, lately), play with Charlie, watch Elmo's World, Winnie the Pooh, Barney, and Funniest Home Videos.
Favorite toys: I love playing with my Elmo and Abby, my blue purse, my baby dolls, any little containers, Samantha, Legos, my memory game, and my little kitchen.
How I've been sleeping: I usually go to bed between 8 and 8:30. I wake up around 7:30 and play in my room until around 8. I usually nap from 1:30ish until around 3:30 or 4. I sometimes fight my nap, but I still definitely need a nap! I get grumpy when I don't nap. All in all, I'm a very good sleeper.
Favorite foods: Macaroni and cheese, frozen peas, green peppers, apples, pears, goldfish, cheerios, fig newtons, banana smoothies (that Papa makes for me), cottage cheese, whales, and chocolate.
Favorite songs to sing: Elmo's song, Jingle Bells, Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, ABCs, Jesus Loves Me, The B-I-B-L-E, Old McDonald, and Happy Birthday.
Milestones: I'm learning new words everyday... and surprising Mommy and Papa all the time with my new words. I can count to 20 and can recognize 0 - 9. I do a good job describing things (cold, hot, soft, long, etc.) and carrying on a short conversation. When I ask for things, I now say "please" and "thank you", consistently. I, also, use a spoon and fork and usually don't spill! I can identify my colors and most "normal" animals. I can skip, jump and throw a ball.
Milestones I'm working on: Mommy still helps me get dressed and undressed and brush my teeth. I don't think I'll be using the "big girl" potty anytime soon. I'm just not ready, yet. I love my cloth diapers! :) I share pretty well, but I still have to be reminded, sometimes. I'm working on coloring more in the lines, and drawing specific shapes (copying). Mommy and Papa are trying to teach me to say "I'm" instead of "my". I sometimes say "My going to get my toys" instead of "I'm going to get my toys".

My personality: My mommy and papa still think that I have a very sensitive heart. I care about how others are feeling and want to make them happy. However, I do have a bit of a temper, at times. I'm learning that when I become angry or frustrated, I can't throw things or hit. I have to sit in time out when I do that. I'm learning how to handle my emotions and be a good listener and obeyer. I make Mommy and Papa laugh, and I love people, animals, and my friends.