My brother Tony, my dad John, me, Radler and Juddy.
My mom always said that pregnancy should be 6 months instead of 9 1/2. 
I get it now. While my pregnancy has been absolutely fantastic, this was the month where my comfort level changed from "I love pregnancy" to "Okay, I'm over this". Sleeping pattern changes, heart burn, acid reflux and just overall discomfort has been the name of the game. However, I'm taking it in stride and feel it's just preparing me for labor. The sleep thing is crazy. I'm a nine to ten hour a night kind of girl. Eight hours just doesn't cut it. I can also fall asleep any time any where. So, when thinking about having a child, the lack of sleep has always been one of the scariest parts for me. But this month, my body just started adjusting for me. I sleep until about 2:45am, am up for about 2 hours, fall back asleep for an hour, up for another hour and then back to sleep for an hour. I try to nap for an hour or so twice a day too. It's totally weird, but my body has taken over and that's my new schedule. CRAZY! In the beginning I'd just lay in bed in the middle of the night, but recently I got wiser and now I just get up at 2:45am and start putzing around the house; laundry, dishes, movies, you name it.
I get it now. While my pregnancy has been absolutely fantastic, this was the month where my comfort level changed from "I love pregnancy" to "Okay, I'm over this". Sleeping pattern changes, heart burn, acid reflux and just overall discomfort has been the name of the game. However, I'm taking it in stride and feel it's just preparing me for labor. The sleep thing is crazy. I'm a nine to ten hour a night kind of girl. Eight hours just doesn't cut it. I can also fall asleep any time any where. So, when thinking about having a child, the lack of sleep has always been one of the scariest parts for me. But this month, my body just started adjusting for me. I sleep until about 2:45am, am up for about 2 hours, fall back asleep for an hour, up for another hour and then back to sleep for an hour. I try to nap for an hour or so twice a day too. It's totally weird, but my body has taken over and that's my new schedule. CRAZY! In the beginning I'd just lay in bed in the middle of the night, but recently I got wiser and now I just get up at 2:45am and start putzing around the house; laundry, dishes, movies, you name it.My aunt treated me to a beautiful baby shower on the 9th. I took deep breaths, taking it all in. I know I'm a lucky girl, but I was just dumbfounded by the love and support that me and Radler (and Juddy) received. It was just beautiful! I never thought about it before, but now I can't imagine bringing a child into this world and not having everyone so excited and thrilled. What a blessing! I've also discovered a new found love for handmade items. The idea that my friends and family took the time to make something for Radler, something that my child will use and play with...I know, it sounds all sentimental and mushy, but the whole thing brings on all new feelings for me. I guess I'm just maturing. Growing up. Getting wiser. HA!! Who'd a thought!
Then my girlfriends threw me a shower on Sunday, and again, I'm so grateful
for everyone in my life. Friends came from all over to support me and Radler (and Juddy). We made a body cast of my torso, which people painted at the shower. Good Lord I'm big. Not as much "big" as I am wide. Oh well, it's normal, healthy and it'll all go away after Radler is born. Right? There were a number of handmade gits (such as the laundry bad I'm holding up in the picture made by Michelle at Friendly Fashions) as well as "experienced mom" gifts, a photo shoot, beautiful blankets and second hand necessities. Thanks girls!!Now, although I've been substantially uncomfortable 
and lack the required sleep I'm so used to, I don't want you to think that we've completely stopped seeing live music. Yes, it's been less substantial than before and I left a show early due to how I felt, but we've still managed to see 3 shows this month and hang out with our friends in that all too familiar extra curricular setting. While nesting is my up most priority, hitting these shows adds a feeling of normalcy to my life. And honestly, I think Radler enjoys it. Every show we've seen since I've been preggo, Radler has slept through, not moving in the slightest. All except one, that is, and that would be the show I left early. Rad was NOT down with that show (sorry Lotus).
and lack the required sleep I'm so used to, I don't want you to think that we've completely stopped seeing live music. Yes, it's been less substantial than before and I left a show early due to how I felt, but we've still managed to see 3 shows this month and hang out with our friends in that all too familiar extra curricular setting. While nesting is my up most priority, hitting these shows adds a feeling of normalcy to my life. And honestly, I think Radler enjoys it. Every show we've seen since I've been preggo, Radler has slept through, not moving in the slightest. All except one, that is, and that would be the show I left early. Rad was NOT down with that show (sorry Lotus).Less than six weeks to go...holy cow...
Hugs, Loves, Kisses and Snuggles~
Danielle, Juddy and Radler
