Things They Don't Tell You!

Why is it that they don't tell you when you are 32 weeks pregnant and you sneeze you will most likely pee yourself? Aren't these things that every woman should know?

Self Image

I know I shouldn't be worrying about this since I am 30 weeks pregnant but I feel like a lard ass. At my last appointment (4 weeks ago) I was up 12 pounds but I had gained 11 in between my two appointments. I stepped on the scale this morning and it looked like I was up another 7 pounds. I am afraid to go to the doctor on Wednesday to see what I weigh. (Though I am excited to get my 3D ultrasound - we will get to see what our kid is going to look like).

My goal for once I deliver is to be back to my pre-pregnancy weight by the end of the summer. that will give me 3 months to lose whatever I have gained during the very long 40 weeks of pregnancy. I then want to lose another 10-15 after that. My ultimate goal is to drop a size (so then I can go shopping when I come home for the holidays! And oh yes, I will be home for the holidays. New Year's with adults - I can't wait!!)

Luckily the gym that we joined has free daycare so I can drop the baby off and go workout. I have to make sure I meet with the nutritionist, the trainer, and actually go to the gym at least 5 days a week. I think I am going to going to have to make a deal with myself if I do not meet the goal by 12/31. Most probably it will be a donation of some sort to a cause-worthy charity.

I "Borrowed" This

I am holed up in my office with the dogs because Brett is sleeping. He has to be at work at 2am. So I started surfing the web. I saw this on Marianne's blog and decided to try it. Here is what it said:

What Kelly Means

You are a seeker of knowledge, and you have learned many things in your life. You are also a keeper of knowledge - meaning you don't spill secrets or spread gossip. People sometimes think you're snobby or aloof, but you're just too deep in thought to pay attention to them. You are friendly, charming, and warm. You get along with almost everyone. You work hard not to rock the boat. Your easy going attitude brings people together. At times, you can be a little flaky and irresponsible. But for the important things, you pull it together. You are relaxed, chill, and very likely to go with the flow. You are light hearted and accepting. You don't get worked up easily. Well adjusted and incredibly happy, many people wonder what your secret to life is. You are a free spirit, and you resent anyone who tries to fence you in. You are unpredictable, adventurous, and always a little surprising. You may miss out by not settling down, but you're too busy having fun to care.

What's" Your Name's Hidden Meaning?

I even did the baby's name but I can't tell you that one. Maybe one day I will let you in on it!!

No Belly Pictures

I have been a huge slacker when it comes to blogging. My goal was to try to blog daily but as you can see that has not happened. I get up, go to work, and then go to bed. This pregnancy thing really has me exhausted.

I have been reading a lot of message boards and am starting to think either I am not really into this pregnancy thing or the other women are just crazy. They are constantly posting pictures of their bellies. As of this moment, there are no pictures of my belly. I don't want them. I have not enjoyed being pregnant at all and don't wish to be reminded of it. I just want him to come out and be done with it. Does that make me a horrible person?

And to think Brett wants me to do this again! I think not!!

New Things to Come

As you can see I am getting ready for the new year. Come back next week and there should be an actual blog!!

Lots of Stuff Going On

As someone pointed out to me, I haven't blogged in a while. I have had a lot going on. I found out I am pregnant and am still trying to get used to the fact that I am going to be a mom. We put Pepper down and then we adopted 2 8 month old Lab/Shepard puppies.

I have also been sick as sick can be. Whoever called this morning sickness needs to be shot because I seem to have it all day long and have for the last 4 weeks. Hopefully I will only have it for 3 more!!

RIP

You will always be in our thoughts. No other dog can take your place. We love and miss you Pepper!!

When Are You.....?

If one more person asks me when Brett and I are going to have kids I think I am going to scream. Last week it seemed to be the question of the week. The only answer I gave was we are working on it. My system seems to be out of tune and it is going in for maintenance shortly.

So please, if you see me in the next couple of weeks, don't ask me. When it happens you will all be informed personally.

Feeling Sorry for Myself

Please don't be upset with me about this post but I need to get it off my chest. I love being married and all the cool things I get to do and see by being an Army wife but gosh darn it I miss being home with my friends and family. I think it is all the things I miss out on like golf outings, bachelorette parties, and other stuff.

I also miss all the news and gossip. I think I just learned someone is expecting a child by reading it on the Internet.

I admit I have been HORRIBLE staying in touch with the people back home. I have been in one of my funks. I think I am pissed that I don't get to participate and that I am out of the loop. I guess I just need to grow up and get over it.

Free Internet - A Blessing or a Curse?

When it comes to electronics I am normally pretty good. I am usually the one who has to fix the TV or DVD player at my parents' house when they are not working properly.

I tried to log online this morning to start working and I had no Internet. All the lights were on on the modem and router but I wasn't getting a signal. I unplugged everything and started everything again. After about an hour I finally called the phone company to see what was wrong with my DSL. I got one of those irritating messages - "Due to increased call volumes we cannot take your call at this time. Please try again or go online..." Hell, if I could go online I wouldn't be calling you!

I gathered up my computer and files and headed off to Panera. I figured the smell of bagels and free Internet would be worth more than taking the day off work and getting yelled at by my boss. At the beginning it was nice and quiet. Nobody bothered me. Then an older gentleman sat at the table diagonally from mine. I could tell he wanted to share the outlet I was using. Fine with me but please don't talk to me. Not so lucky.

The gentleman proceeded to tell me his life story - just got remarried in December to some one he dated 30 years ago and hadn't seen in 25, his son was a part time actor who was in the Bourne Ultimatum, how he only had $.26 in his bank account and his wife was going to kill him, etc. Did I ask for all this information? No. Do I care? Not really. Even with making some calls on my cell phone and trying to look really busy, he still kept talking.

I guess they are right - there is not such thing as a free lunch (or free internet)

Jimmy V Classic Celebrity Golf Outing

The cool thing about living in Pinehurst, NC is the chance you will run into celebrities. It doesn't happen everyday but more often than not.

Brett and I went to the Jimmy V Celebrity Golf Classic. It was held on 3 of the 8 Pinehurst courses and was within walking distance from our house. I was excited because Charles Barkley was supposed to be there. Some of the other celebrities golfing were Stone Phillips (Dateline NBC), Gregory Itzin (President Logan on 24), Dennis Haskings (Principal Belding on Saved By the Bell), Mike Fratello (NBA coach), Kelly Packard (Baywatch), and Todd Eldridge (figure skater).

As we were walking through the coarse trying to find Charles Barkley (I am a huge basketball fan), we learned he wasn't there. He decided to attend Amad Rashad's golf outing instead. How do you double book yourself for a charity event? I guess what they say about Sir Charles is accurate. He is slowly dropping from my favorite basketbal players.

I did manage to get my picture taken with one celeb. It is really more like a video (Brett was having trouble with the camera). Can you guess who this is?

Official

I am officially a North Carolinian. I almost cried when I turned in my Ohio license. It has been with me for 15 years. It has seen a lot - speeding tickets, bars, Blockbuster, more bars, etc. I guess I was trying to hold onto it with the hopes of eventually moving back there someday.

Oh, and the picture is really bad.

Vacation

I am going on a cruise. See you in a week!!!

Partially Right

I got the ending to Harry Potter and the Deadly Hallows partially right. It only took me 2 days to read. Now what am I going to do?

Harry Potter Mania

I must admit I am one of those people who love Harry Potter. In the last 3 weeks I have reread books 1 thourgh 6 and have seen Harry Potter and The Order of the Phoenix. I started reading Harry Potter and the Deadly Hollows yesterday and I am half way through it. I anticipate being done by tomorrow.

I have my theory on how the book ends but I refuse to read anything about it online or listen to any of the interviews about it. I want to find out on my own. I would post my theory but I don't want to ruin it for anyone else out there in case I am right (plus mine isn't such a happy ending). I wil let everyone know if I am right when I am done reading!!!

The Garage

We finally have a garage big enough for both cars and the motorcycle and guess what - it is full of boxes!!!! I nicely asked Brett to keep all his pro gear in the garage since it could easily take up a whole room in the house. Now I have to wait until he gets back here so he can go through everything and ORGANIZE.

Happy Birthday!!

Yesterday was amazing in more ways than one. Brett and I got the kitchen, bedroom, living room and dining room unpacked. Everything is put away with the exception of the dining room. I have to find a wood doctor to fix my grandmother's dining room table. I don't want to put it together only to take it apart again to go and get repaired.

We had friends over to grill out and celebrate Brett's birthday. That is right - Brett shares his birthday with the good ole US of A. We had a wonderful cheesecake and went to see fireworks. This is a big deal because Brett hasn't liked fireworks since returning from Iraq. Can you blame him? They do sound like big explosions. He did great with them and hopefully this will become a yearly thing we can look forward to.

And now the task of finishing the house and reestablishing communications with all my friends whom I have seemed to have shut out for a while. Talk to you all soon!!

You really live in Pinehurst?

Brett and I closed on our house yesterday. i will put pictures up once we make some minor adjustments!!

No Time for Me

I have been in Cleveland, OH for almost 2 weeks and this is the first time I have been able to have some time to myself. It is nice to sit in the quiet and do nothing. The problem is I have not been able to see any of my friends. Either I am too busy or they are too busy. And I wonder why I feel like I don't have any friends anymore.

10 Days and Counting

10 days until I leave Virginia for good. I can't wait!!