36 weeks!

i think what i have is more than a bump now ;)

How far along: 36 weeks! Almost full-term!

Size of baby: These baby websites are all so different...one says coconut (which seems way too small), one says a crenshaw melon....um, what? And another says watermelon. I think I'll go with watermelon! ;) She's somewhere around 6 lbs and 18-21 inches long.

Total weight gain: +25 lbs (supposedly anything I gain now is baby...ha)

Movement: She's still kicking away and working those little legs and arms constantly. Dr. F said she was head-butting him when he was checking me today! Probably to say, "get out of here, I'm comfy!"

Sleep: Sleep is probably as good as can be expected! I feel rested during the day, so that's what is important.

What I miss: My wardrobe...it will all be new to me when I'm done being preggers! Of course, if it fits ;) I may still need to do some shopping!

Cravings: Still the same...milk & cereal! On Sunday I bought half a gallon of milk...it was gone by Monday evening. Whoops. 

Symptoms: Sporadic BH contractions...I think I'm feeling some contractions in my lower back as well. Peeing constantly, pelvic pressure, foot cramps, etc. All normal things...no complaining here!

Maternity clothes: Both, but I'm getting more limited with each day. So if you see me, just pretend like I wasn't wearing the same outfit a few days ago, k? Gracias.

Best moments this week: 

--Weekly doctor appointments started today! Yippee! We have a little progress...dilated to a 1.5. I realize that's not much, but to me, any progress is good progress!

--Last night Rob was in the bedroom, and I was in the living room...the remote was on the other couch, and it just didn't seem worth it to roll off the couch for it. So I did what any almost-9-months-preggo girl would do and yelled for my darling husband. He came running in the living room thinking my water must have broke. Needless to say, he was a little disappointed. Haha, sorry for the false alarm, honey. Good story, though.

--Non-baby related, but it's SPRING BREAK!! Rob and I are definitely enjoying it! Just the right amount of house-work and relaxation over here.

Temple baby shower!

Last weekend, my wonderful Temple girls gave Jaqs and me the most darling baby shower! Cassi hosted it at her beautiful house...the decorations were seriously adorable, and the food was delicious! We felt so special! 

And grateful to be exactly where we are.

the door decor...such a cute welcome!

Roxanne made this "rattle" out of my favorite little green button flowers!

how awesome is that fruit tray?! the cupcakes were AMAZING, too! GF just for me!

with my SIL & momma...they came in town for the occasion! love them so.

friends & hostess gifts

my aunt linda also came for the shower! so fun to have her here :)

thankful for each of these little ladies

our new diaper bag! yay!

the wonderful hostesses:
vanessa, claudia, (me), roxanne, kendra, kim, cassi

I wish I had the words to describe just how thankful I am for the friends that we have here in our new home of Temple. We haven't even been here quite a year, but it just feels right at this point in our lives. We're surrounded by awesome people...some friends old, some friends new, but they're all so excited for us and our growing family. What a blessing that is! I know they'll be a blessing to our baby girl, too, and that is gift enough. 

Thank you ladies for an amazing afternoon! It couldn't have been more perfect...I loved every single minute of it.

a friday hodge-podge

Hello lovelies! IT'S FRIDAY!!!

This Friday is particularly sweet because it's the start of spring break! I'm looking forward to a week off with my hubby...we're going to enjoy the last of our "us" time before baby makes her grand entry :) No big plans to speak of, just relaxation and maybe a couple projects.

Anyway, not a lot has been happening around here, but last Sunday I made this:

 Looks pretty similar to Chic-fil-A, right? I found this recipe via Pinterest and decided to make a gluten free version because I used to looooove me some CFA. It was yummy!!

Adjustments I made: I used the 1ish pound package of chicken tenders, cut into nuggets. I subbed GF-AP flour and needed an additional 1/4 c. which required an extra Tbs. of powdered sugar and some extra S&P. I followed everything else.

We had honey mustard with ours...just 1/4 c. each of mayo, dijon mustard & honey. Easy!

I wouldn't say these taste EXACTLY like CFA, but they are similar. 

We loved it, and I'm sure I'll be making this again!

I've been cleaning out stuff like a maniac lately, and when I was cleaning out our 'office' space  the other day, I came across some old pictures. This one of my dad and me is one of my favorites! 

I love it. So, so sweet.

wonder if Jaqs will look like her auburn-headed, chubby mama as a tot?

Spring is in the air, people!

Well. It has been until we had a 30+ temperature drop yesterday. It's cold and rainy now, but is supposed to warm back up by early next week. Anyway, I've been itching to get some Spring into my wardrobe, but that's kind of silly right now. As soon as I lose some baby weight, I'll be on the hunt for some bright, cropped skinnies...

...among other things. Rob has promised me a trip to H&M when we go to Dallas for his brother's wedding in May. Whoooooop! Trendy on the cheap? Yes, please.

I'm all over the place here, my apologies. I told you it was a hodge-podge!

Last night we went to TCBY (yes in the freezing temps) because they were celebrating their grand opening and doing a fundraiser for the children's hospital.

$1 yogurt with toppings?! Can't beat that. It was tasty. Baby girl loved it, too.

They had a clown there making balloon animals/figures, and he made one especially for me! A pregnant poodle! Hahaha, I'm normally not a huge fan of clowns because they're kinda creepy, but this one was awesome.

can you see the poodle baby in the tummy?

And let me leave you with a visual:

This is me every time I try to get off the couch or out of bed. No lie.

Rob finds it hilarious. Will my abs ever work again?! I hope so.

Have a great weekend, y'all!