Crazy Days

So this past weekend was almost a blur for me. I figured if I want these babies to come out, then why not have a little more activity in my weekend.

Friday was a great day - Paige came over and we organized coupons since it was triple coupon time at Harris Teeter. Suddenly I get a call from one of the schools that I have been looking at and the assistant principal says "We would love for you to come in for an interview...is there any way that you can come today?" I told her I would be able to come that afternoon. She said "How about 1 or 1:30." Keep in mind that this was 11:00 am. After I explained that I wouldn't be dressed appropriately since nothing fits, I agreed to 1:30. Oh and she mentioned that I needed 3 copies of my resume....umm....yeah haven't looked at that in 3 or so years. Anyway, Paige and I took a trip to one Harris Teeter on the way and I saved a good amount of money there. Then we went to the interview. I couldnt tell you how many people walked up to me and said "WHOA it must be any time." Keep in mind that I had found out the day before that I was 3cm dialated. After the interview, we were super hungry so we went to South 21...you figure maybe some greasy diner type food would work the boys out....not likely. Then we went to another Harris Teeter and saved some more money! After the 2 grocery stores, I discovered that I paid $90 for groceries and SAVED $100. How wonderful is that?! I thought I was good....You should see how much Paige saved! All in all, great but very busy day!

Saturday - definitely a lazy day. I looked at Chip and said "sorry I am so boring today." His reply was "yeah." This is when you can tell he didn't exactly hear me. After I gave him a mean look he said he thought I said "sorry that this is a boring day." Its amazing that a couple of mixed up words could make a difference. Anyway, we spent an awesome day inside relaxing and doing a whole lot of nothing!

Sunday - Another great but uneventful day. I did go to lunch with a group of my friends. It was great catching up with them...one was Carla that was my "trailer neighbor" at school. We used to be able to stand out on the patio in the mornings and keep track of each other's business. Now we have the phone and the occasional visit. Another friend was Jenn...it was great hearing the new news about her wedding plans (getting married in May). It is so strange for me...I feel like my wedding was like a few months ago...too bad it was a year and a half ago. And last but not least, Bett Anthony came. She is my saving grace right now. She is the teacher that took over my class at school. I am so happy that I have someone that knows what they are doing in there. She is also super nice!

So now, today is Monday and guess what I have done all morning??? A whole lot of nothing! I have another Dr. appt today so we will give the update later. But I was super happy to hear that Chip was going to be able to get off of work to take me. I know that he wants to be there too so he can hear what is going on. Since we are getting closer I know he would rather be there in case they keep me there too. So we have the car packed, bags packed, and we are ready!

Cross Your Fingers

Well here is the update from yesterday's appt. First of all...no babies yet. BUT I wasnt completely upset about the appt. My doctor said he would rather them come on their own than induce - because they rarely induce with twins...usually they come on their own. Apparently mine are happy where they are for the moment.
BUT the good news is that I am 3 cm dialated. That means that we are getting closer. Granted I have had 2 or 3 people tell me that they were 3cm for like a month...we are hoping that won't be the case for me. So I go back to the doctor on Monday and they are going to check me again to see if we are getting closer. So everyone, cross your fingers and keep your phones close by because you may just get a phone call soon!

Pictures

Ok, I mentioned the other day that I would post some pictures of Chip's handy work in the yard and I have also been meaning to post pictures of the nursery.....so here they are!

On the left is Whit's side and in the middle is Parker's side (It says their names on the wall but the letters didn't show up well in the pic)....Also notice the crocheted blanket that my grandmother made for the boys. The pic on the right is in between the boys' beds in the corner of the room. You see the glider that I will spend many a night in I am sure. Also notice the curtains and valances....made by my awesome mom. She has spent sooo much time on these...and it surely paid off!

On the left is a picture of the front flower bed (that doesn't actually have flowers) and on the right is around our mailbox. Chip layed every paver down and put fresh mulch in all of the areas. Notice my lily that is coming back below the mailbox?! I am just so proud!

Anyway, enjoy the pictures...I have been meaning to post these for a while.

Maybe today is my day....

Yesterday was a good day for me because I got to spend the day with some awesome friends. My friend Rachel took me to lunch and then I went to dinner with Beth. I keep telling myself that I have to go out with my girls now because soon, I will be at the house and won't be able to go out. At this point, it is so hard to really get ready to go out anywhere because nothing fits, but I will take one for the team so that I can go and enjoy myself a few more times before the babies get here.
There was one discouraging moment for me yesterday. I have really been focused a lot lately on where I will be able to work next year. There were a couple of schools that I really had my eye on but as I found out yesterday, those schools have already been filled. Bummer..... But, at the same time, I did get an offer at a school that I wasn't super excited to work at. But at this point, I can't be too picky. I figure at least I have a job for next year. Why not try something new...even if it does mean that I won't be at my dream school. At least I know of one person there from church that will watch out for me and help me along. I hate though when things don't work out as you had planned...I guess all in all, I know that it wasn't really in my hands as to what was going to happen. I just have to make the best of my situation.
BUT, maybe today is my day. I am calling the school that offered me a job to find out more detail, so at least I will know I have a job in August. Also, today is doctor day. Hopefully we will find out some good news. I am hoping that the doctor will be ready to take them out...I mean heck, we are at 37 weeks almost. What is the difference between 37 & 38...not much! I know this probably sounds horrible because of course you want to make sure that your children are fully developed before they are born BUT if you had this much weight just on your stomach...you would understand! Anyway, say a little prayer today and I will let you know what happens!

Happy Easter

Hope that everyone had a great Easter! Yes, yes, I know I have been kinda lazy with the blogging.
Chip and I had a great weekend. We got some yard work accomplished. We started laying pavers around some of the planting areas in our yard and we never got it finished. Granted when we started, I was able to get on the ground and dig and help out. This time, not so much. I tried getting on the ground on Saturday....talk about a bad idea. I couldn't get off of the ground by myself and I didn't get a whole lot accomplished in my one spot. Thankfully, Chip was able to do it all. I was more there for moral support after that. I sat in my chair in the driveway and watched Chip lay pavers. I will have to take a picture of what we (he) did and post it on here. I was also happy to see that the lily that I planted last year under the mailbox CAME BACK!!! Most of you may know that I do not have a green thumb so I can't tell you how excited I was to see a plant growing back under the mailbox.
For Easter yesterday, as I have said before, we are usually at the beach. I knew that I wouldn't be able to do that this year so we stayed at home. I will have to admit that on Saturday I think I said a few times that I wish that I were able to go since it was sooooo nice outside. At least we had the next best option. Sally invited Chip and I to lunch at their house. Now granted I will have to admit that again we skipped out on church BUT this time I had a good excuse. It is hard to go to church when you don't have one pair of shoes that fit you. Also, I have really restricted myself to one outting a day and church and Sally's would have been 2. At least Sally didn't mind that I didn't wear shoes to her house. I now know what the term "barefoot and pregnant" means. Anyway, we had an awesome lunch....ham, asparagus, Sally's famous squash casserole, mashed taters, rolls, and low-fat brownies with a HUGE scoop of full fat ice cream on top and I can't forget the whipped cream on top too!
So overall a great weekend. This week, Dr. appt is on Thursday so I will definitely share the update from that.

UHHH

UHHHHHHH......Dr. update -

Not a darn thing! Yes, the babies are still moving, yes, I am still having mild contractions....
NO, they will not take them out yet! I mean seriously! They said that if they aren't out on their own in 2 weeks, we will plan how we want to get them out but until then.....we keep waiting. Can't you tell how excited I am???? Thanks for listening to me whine!

Hello SPRING!!

I am sooo happy that Spring is finally here! As I was talking to my sister-in-law Paige the other day (and reading her blog) I thought about how much I would love to be able to just rush off to the beach this weekend with the family to celebrate Easter. For the past 2 years, that is what I have done. My family is spread out and we don't end up spending a whole lot of holidays together but of course I always get my decorations from mom and we all call each other and such. This has been a new tradition though that I have come to love is going to the beach for Easter. We eat WAY too much food - usually prepared by Chip's mom, we watch TV, go out on the beach (even though it is still a little too windy and the water is too cold), play some rolla bat, and have the Easter egg hunt.

Growing up, when we had egg hunts on my dad's side of the family, it was always much more for the youngest kids. We were told to let the little ones get the eggs or help them out. Now in Chip's family, they have other traditions. We don't just have one hunt, its usually multiple hunts. Adults hide the eggs, kids go find them OR kids hide the eggs and adults go find them. The only catch is that there is no "just let her get the egg" or any pity play...it is every man for themselves. If you see an egg, you better run for it....and if 2 people are running for it, you better slide in and get it first....and then you better cover your basket so no one steals your eggs. Talk about a fun game...I have never had to work up a sweat hunting eggs until I joined the Wilson family.

Well switching subjects, I am happy to say that my friend Carla is now at home. She had to stay at the hospital the other night because she was so sick and dehydrated. I think her poor family has had every sickness under the sun in the past few weeks. A little prayer for the Hyde family would be appreciated. Once Carla gets through the weekend, she should be back to normal....if that is possible :)..haha Carla...had to throw that one in.

Today I get to go to the doctor again...this once a week thing is exhausting! Its sad when some of the nurses in the office say, "I thought you would be in today." Hopefully today I will hear some good news about when these babies can come out! Again, I am hoping that I walk in and they say "ok, its time...lets go ahead and walk you over to the labor and delivery rooms." I am sure with how well everything has been going, they will say "great job, we will see you next week!" Anyway, I will give you the update on that later today or tomorrow. If you don't read the update, hopefully someone will call you to tell you some great news!

And last for now, a little shout out to one of my adopted moms, Sally. Today is her birthday!!! I am sure its like her 35th or something like that ;) So HAPPY BIRTHDAY SALLY!!!!