Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Big Girl Room

Well we finally had a weekend to work on Elise's big girl room. My parents were gracious enough to come down and help paint. Bob had to work on Saturday so he got out of it. Elise was really excited and really wanted to help, which she did.
So here are some before pictures:
 And believe me when I say, this was a catch-all room. Unfortunately I let it get that way and we had to clean all of it out to paint. Moving it all into the guest room was the best option, but now it is a mess. So hopefully it will give me some motivation to go through the stuff or figure out where it needs to go...even if it is straight to Goodwill.

It was just another room with that boring beige.
I let Elise 'help paint' for a little while and just on the first coat because she really, really wouldn't give it a rest and I was afraid she would start finger painting with it if I didn't get her a brush. She actually started to head downstairs to get her own paintbrushes.
Yep, her room is green. This pictures doesn't show it very well, and for some reason the paint was very thin. But she loves helping, and it really made it 'her' room.

Elise has been sleeping in her big bed for about a week now, and it has gone beautifully. We haven't had any issues with her not sleeping. She actually really likes it. And it was her suggestion, which we knew would all it would take. I washed her new bedding set and we put it on. Then when she saw it was ready, she wanted to sleep in there that night.
As you can see, the walls are very green, but it is really cute. And there are plans for maybe some stripes and colorful pictures hanging on the wall. We have the nightstand from her 'new' bedroom set in her room to hold her lamp and such. However it is going to be painted white. It is currently kind of a pale yellow (aka a little dingy) and because it is older furniture it needs a little TLC. We are also in the process of painting the brass headboard. That is why there isn't a headboard in the last 2 pictures.




 Here is her bed all nice, neat, and freshly made. We found some green sheets that practically match the wall and look really cute with the comforter. Then later she puts all her 'friends' in bed with her and I don't think she actually uses the sheet. She still likes to use the blanket she has been using from her other bed. Which is fine, and I don't blame her. It is a soft fleece and it has her name on it. I bet that thing will be around for some time.
I am so glad that she is happy with her room, and I can't wait to get the rest of the furniture in there. We definitely have some touches to add to the room, but for now it works and she is out of the nursery, except for her clothes because her dresser isn't ready. Now it is time to get the nursery ready for Baby #2...now just 9 weeks or less!

Friday, August 17, 2012

Painting


Elise really likes to paint. Every couple of days she asks to paint, usually with 2 colors. I think she has used red and orange about 10 times. Of course, those are her favorite colors. So here are some pictures of the next Picasso.

Thursday, August 16, 2012

29 weeks

Well, only about 10 more weeks. Yes, I know, technically full term is 40 weeks, but if things are ready to go around 39 weeks I don't think I will say no to the induction. We'll just have to see how things are going. Of course, maybe I'll be lucky like my mom and deliver baby #2 two weeks early.

I had a doctors appointment today, and from now on I'll be going every two weeks. I was a little surprised because I didn't think it would be until after the next appointment, but whatever, more chances to listen to the sweet heartbeat sound. I also picked up the PrePare sheet for the hospital. Which means we will be meeting and registering with them soon in preparation for the delivery. YAY! I can't believe how close it is.

I know this is about when we started taking pictures of me when I was pregnant with Elise, but unfortunately I am not sure we can access those anymore. The major hard drive that we stored a lot of pictures is acting up, and we (Bob) isn't sure we can get them ever. They may be corrupted. Boo! I really wish I could do a comparison.

I am feeling pretty good overall. Some things are getting harder to do, but that is to be expected since my belly sticks out so far. The unfortunate side effect from this pregnancy seems to be some varicose veins showing up on my right calf. (Elise already gave me all the stretch marks I need.) It looks like I have a few bruises. Not the most pleasant, but the good part is that once the pregnancy is done and my body goes back to normal, they might go away or at least get smaller.

Wednesday, August 15, 2012

First Day of Preschool

Yesterday, August 14th, was Elise's first day of Preschool. She is going for 2.5 hours, 2 days a week (Tues/Thurs). Personally, I think this is going to be great for everyone. Elise gets more social/learning time, and I get some time to get things done before the baby comes, then once the baby comes (hopefully) I get some rest/bonding time. It's a win/win all around. (at least that is how it plays out in my head, ha.)

Elise didn't really want me to take her picture yesterday morning before we left for preschool. She 'didn't want to be late." So she made this face at me as we were going to get into the car. 

Then luckily I coaxed her outside, in front of our door, to take some pictures. Then all the sass came out.


 See my silly face!
 This is my tough face!


 Finally, at least one that she is not making a crazy face, and she is showing off her school bag. Green Puppy did not go to school too, he stayed in the car. Though I think if I would have let her she would have gladly taken him along. He goes EVERYWHERE with us!

 These pictures are of her in front of her nametag at school. There is a row of pegs outside the classroom where everyone hangs their bag. I know the first one looks like she is a little panicked, but I assure you she wasn't. I was just trying to get any picture as quickly as I could. It was also hard to get her to actually look at me because there was definitely some commotion in the hallway.
She did a great job, and didn't seem to have any problems. I did fine until I had to walk out of the building without her. It was definitely a bittersweet moment. I can't believe how much she has grown up and what a great kid she is. I really hope she enjoys preschool, and so far she seems too. I think she was most excited to play in their dramatic play area (aka-play kitchen with food). She said they also did some playdoh, puzzles, and first day - get to know you type stuff. When the teacher walked her out she said that she did excellent and everyone seemed to have a good day. I can't wait to see what she brings home and learns in the weeks to come.