Like watching a solar eclipse...

So I am almost 26 weeks along, and getting bigger by the minute. I swear, it is like watching a solar eclipse...I see less and less of my feet every day! It was especially awesome today when the lady at Dillard's saw that I was in line to try a few dresses on (not maternity, but loose-fitting nonetheless) and said "Do you want to try those on? Oh wait, you probably can't try those on today, can you?!?!" Even Brixon was peeved at that comment! It was quite satisfying to come out of the fitting room and tell her that two of them were too big, however.

I started prenatal yoga a few weeks ago, and thank God! This body needs to be stretched! I wish I could go every day. The relaxation and meditation are amazing! Especially after the two major pregnancy meltdowns that I've endured thus far (yes, only two...I'm sure there are more on the way). The first occurred while getting ready for 70's Night at Bin 82. I thought I would make a cute Daisy Duke (with my belly covered..duh). Not so much. Jamie Lynn Spears, perhaps, but no Daisy Duke. Nick thought it was hilarious that I was lying in a pool of mass hysteria on my closet floor (yet he was kind enough not to laugh until I had composed myself again). No worries, though. I found an old dance costume that fit over my growth quite nicely. The second breakdown was this week while searching for a crib. For someone who is as skilled at shopping as this girl, I thought it would be fun. Oy vey. So many choices, so many prices, so many salespeople. We eventually found one on Tuesday...now I just have to hope it gets here in one piece!

Speaking of the nursery, here are some early photos of the AMAZING work that my dad has done!

Horton (over the changing table :))

The 4 ft. by 5 ft. Cat in the Hat

Thing 1 and Thing 2

Yertle the Turtle

From Dr. Seuss' Sleep Book

Baby Shower #1

I have returned from my voyage to the north...and it was cold. But I loved it!!! Now if I could only get Nick to consider moving :) I had a great time with friends and family and my shower was wonderful!! Here are some photos...

The Family

More Family

Friends

With Britney and Mason

People....really?

Okay, so the questions regarding how many children I am carrying are abounding. Yes, my midsection has become rather robust, but I promise you that it is only one child. The clerk at the Wal-Mart photo department even asked me if I really thought I was going to make it all the way to January. I will admit, however, that I do have this fabulous crease that has formed right underneath my chest and above my stomach. I am fairly certain that one of these days I'll find Cheetos, some loose change and maybe even the missing remote control in there.

So I am headed to GR this weekend for my Michigan baby shower. I am so excited! My family and friends up there have yet to see my new look, so I cannot wait! I'm a little bummed that I can't partake in the Pulaski Days activities, but I've learned to become a great spectator. I am also looking forward to fall weather! We've gotten a little break from the heat down here, but I am ready to wear a sweater and jeans!

While I'm gone, Nick and my dad are going to be working on the nursery. We have decided to go with a Dr. Seuss theme, and I cannot wait to see what my dad, who if you don't already know is an incredibly talented artist, will come up with!!!

Well, I must go pack now. I'll post photos from this weekend when I get back!