Erika's Tummy - 35 Weeks!!!

We are wrapping up our 35th week and can't be more excited about Mason's arrival. I have about 2-5 more weeks left, even though the nurse that was leading our child birth class said it could still happen "at any time," for anyone! That made Lawton's eyes jump out of his head! The class we went to at Baptist this past Tuesday night was very informative. We learned about the different stages of labor, what contractions feel like, what to expect and what to do when the time comes. That evening, I got about 3 hours of sleep. I tossed and turned and just could not get comfortable. Work has been hectic as I've been busy training my "fill-in" and trying to meet deadlines. So I think my lack of sleep has a lot to do with a racing mind as well as the pregnancy. Next week, at our child birth class, we'll have a tour of the hospital and will get to see the "nesting rooms." Speaking of "nesting" our eggs have hatched! We have baby birds in our grill! It's very symbolic.... happening at the same time as us.

Overall, we're ready for Mason! Earlier this week, I had a consultation at Lexington Pediatrics with Caroline Webber, who I knew from high school. Caleb and Dawn will be moving back into town and Caleb will be our pediatrician, so we're very excited about knowing 2 of the doctors at this practice.

This Memorial Day weekend, we will NOT be traveling. Instead, we will have our yard sale... I'll start packing a hospital bag....and will finally finish writing thank you cards. I plan to get as much done as I can but lately it's been so hard since I've just been miserable, out of breath and uncomfortable.... but deep down I know it's all worth it. I already know I'm going to miss feeling Mason's kicks, movements and, lately, hiccups!!!

Love,
Erika, Lawton, and Baby Mason