33 weeks

Symptoms:
I had a bad cold this week and it really got me down.  A cold usually doesn't make me feel that bad but this week, I just felt rough!  I had absolutely no energy and even started feeling nauseous again.  I made the mistake of taking sudafed one night and I honestly think it made me feel worst!  I am feeling a little better now though but I handed it off to Anna Riley!  :(
Other than being sick...I am just getting BIG!! haha  I am having a hard time bending over and putting on my pants! She is always up so high that I have a hard time breathing.

Weight Gain: 25

Maternity Clothes:  I am slowly running out of clothes that look appropriate!  When at home, I wear pjs most of the time!  Most all of my maternity clothes from last time are winter with the exception of a few shirts and dresses.  I have bought a few things but I am really trying not to buy anymore maternity but even my tanks are not covering the belly!  I am SO ready to buy and wear regular clothes!!

Cravings: Nothing really...I haven't had as big of an appetite this week probably from being sick.

Movement: Yes and it is beginning to get painful!  I feel like she is just jabbing me and when its down low, it really hurts.  I also feel her bottom all the time on my left side.  It is constantly hard there and my stomach is often lopsided. 

Sleep: Sleep is ok.  I get up 3-4 times a night to use the bathroom.  I don't really have a problem getting comfortable at the moment but I do toss and turn a lot because my back will start hurting.  I feel like I am sleeping better than I did at this point last time but I also had carpal tunnel last time and I haven

A new favorite spot

This is Anna Riley's new favorite place to get to watch her Mickey mouse clubhouse after her bath...

She looks so little in that big bed! 

Pool days are coming to an end...

...And I can't say I am sad about it!  As much as I love all things summer, I am always SO ready for fall by this point especially when the temperature is in the 100's everyday!!  Even though I having been feeling pretty rough this week (cold/sinus problems), Anna Riley was in desperate need to get out of the house so we met the Thomas girls at the Rec pool for a couple of hours.

One fish, two fish, red fish, blue fish

While in Atlanta, we visted the Georgia Aquarium. I always enjoyed taking my students to the Chattanooga aquarium but we had never been to the one in Atlanta. I knew Anna Riley would love it because she is really into any animals right now. She was constatnly pointing and trying to touch the fish and making her fish face to them.  

Weekend in Atlanta

We left Friday around lunch and headed to Atlanta.  We had a jam-packed weekend but it was so great to see three of my best friends.  We stayed the weekend with Cyndee and Dan in their new, beautiful home. Anna Riley LOVED their stairs and went up and down oh about 100 times!  Cyndee taught AR how to "fist pump" and so that was her new thing all weekend!!  :)  They are always the best hosts!

Friday night,  we ordered food in and their friends Shellie and Brandon came over with their little girl Collins.  Collins just turned one so her and Anna Riley had fun together.

Discussing how much they like 'Aunt' Cyndee's new house! :)

Saturday morning after going to eat breakfast, Riley and I took AR to the aquarium.  She had lots of fun and so did we but that is for another post.

That afternoon, Cyndee, Anna Riley and myself went to Becca's house.  She and Zach just welcomed baby Evan to their family on August 11.   

Evan Michael Phillips...

He was just the cutest thing and SO tiny and precious!!

Anna Riley really liked Evan too!

And Miss Zoe kept us laughing the whole time!! She is so cute and funny!

Cyndee and Evan, Anna Riley, me, Becca and Zoe

 Saturday night, Dan cooked for us.  We grilled steak and he made aspargus, tomato basil salad and Gouda corn...oh wow!  SO good...I am still craving that corn!! 
Sunday, we headed to see Kimberly and Cory and their brand new baby, Colin Alexander.  Colin was born on Thursday and they came home on Saturday so it was just in time for me to see him before heading back home!!  Zach, Becca, Zoe and Evan also came by!

Anna Riley and Zoe had so much fun playing with all of Carson's toys!

Colin Alexander Phillips...

Another tiny and precious baby! ;) 

We attempted a picture of all of us:

Carson, Kimberly holding Evan (Becca's baby), Cyndee holding Colin (Kimberly's baby) Anna Rliey, me, Becca and Zoe! 

These two will be the best friends and cousins!! Only one week apart!

Our trips always go by way too quick!!  I love these girls and I am so glad they are in my life.  I am so happy for each of them and their little familes!  I can't wait to see them again soon.

Sisters

I just can't wait to watch my two girls grow up together!!



Miscellany Monday

Doctor's Appointment:

We went to the doctor today and we also got the 4D done again.  I was so amazed at how much she looks like Anna Riley's 4D, you can go here to see ARs.  Ava Kate was still not wanting to cooperate very much but at least we got to see her face a little more. She kept her hands by her face the majority of the time. I am 31 weeks and 4 days but I was measuring 33 weeks and 5 days.  According to her measurements her estimated weight is 5 lbs. 5 oz.  But, Anna Riley also measured 1-2 weeks early and always measured big as well.  She was a good, healthy 8 lbs (a week early).  Dr. Poist said that she was just healthy and nothing to worry about and everything would stay the same as far as my due date and c-section date. 

I love the sweet feet pictures!  Her feet are crossed at her ankles.

Nursery

 We made progress on the nursery this weekend.  It is starting to come together.  It is all painted, furniture together and bedding on.  Now we are waiting to get the curtains in, order the painting for the wall and find other things for the wall and get a light fixture installed.  The closet organizer is being installed tomorrow so I will be busy putting away tons of clothes! 

Weekend:
I love the weekend...doesn't everyone?!  I love getting to spend quality time with family and friends!!
Friday night, I went to dinner at the Tin Top with my friend Bethany.  Our meal was wonderful and I was so glad to get to catch up with her!  I am very thankful for a husband that gives me girl time and doesn't complain! :)
Saturday, Riley spent most of the day getting things finished in the nursery.  Anna Riley and I got out of his way and went to the mall and Target.  Anna Riley played outside most of the afternoon after her nap and Papa Doug came by for a visit.

Later that evening, my parents and aunt and uncle came by to visit after they finished eating.  Anna Riley is crazy about her grandparents!!  She gets so excited to see them! 

She loves playing with PawPaw's whiskers!! 

And my Dad got her started doing "eskimo" kisses. 

She is giving Granna an eskimo kiss

Moving up:

Sunday was promotion Sunday at our church and so Anna Riley moved up to the next class.  She is just getting so big, so fast!!  I was worried because she just started doing better in the class she is in, and then we were going to have to move her but she did great Sunday! 

Toddler bed update:

Anna Riley is really doing great with her toddler bed.  I am so glad that we made the decision to convert her crib!  Not to jinx anything since I seem to do that, but so far she seems to like it and sleeps much better.  Sometimes when I mention its nap time (especially if she is really tired) she will go in and just lay down...wish it was always that easy!!