.:26 Weeks:.

If I thought I was sleeping badly last week, it's nothing compared to this week. I am tired. Harper is going through some sort of sleep anxiety thing, and it is taking a toll. She screams for about 20-30 minutes before going to bed every nite, starts getting upset the second you mention jammies, and says her bed is scary. Obviously something is bothering her, and it's really sad, but it's also really frustrating. We've never had a kid go through this before, and I don't know what to do. She wants Josh or I to lay with her before bed, which we try not to do because we don't want her to get used to it. But she is now getting up at least twice during the nite, upset, which requires someone to take her back to her bed and lay with her until she falls back asleep. Another bad habit, but it's the only way if we don't want her crying and screaming at 3 a.m. (and waking up Reece and Rem). So I am exhausted. Still feeling moody and burnt out on everything. But baby has picked up his regular moving habits again, which is a relief. The girls have gotten a kick out of watching my belly bounce around. Still exercising five days a week, and so grateful for that. I'm definitely having to tone it down some - I get soooo hot and overheated, and physically have some limitations with my belly getting in the way or some little pains - but I am really glad I've been able to stay so active this pregnancy. Can't wait to meet this little guy; Reece says just about everyday how excited she is to see what he looks like. She might be just as excited as I am to get this baby here!

26 weeks

.:25 Weeks:.

This week saw a return of the moodiness. I had a horrible week of sleeping and I think that contributed to me feeling hyper-sensitive about things. I'm hoping this week will be better. Baby has been moving a lot less the past few days, which of course freaks me out a little bit. Probably didn't help with my mood to be feeling worried about that. But my belly just keeps on growing, and my belly button is on it's way out. Harper has a crazy outie, so we may have matching ones soon. This week has been crazy hot, and I have to really watch how much water I drink so that I don't start swelling up. I've already had the return of cankles a couple of times, and I really hate that feeling. I had a doctor's appointment this week, and it was super quick. We heard baby's heartbeat right away, and I got my drink to do my glucose test at my next appointment, as well as a paper about how to pre-register for the hospital. After my next appointment, I'll start going in every two weeks. That feels crazy to me! 

.:Pre-School Grads:.

Another school year come and gone. Reece and Remi both had a great time at school this year, and we have seen so much growth in both of them over the year!

Last day of school pictures

Remi was in a little joy school this year, so our graduation was pretty informal. We met at my house and played some fun games in the backyard. It was a great way to wrap up the school year.

We had a little ceremony to give each of the grads their certificates. So proud of this girl! She has really grown up SO MUCH this year. She is so much more confident of herself, and a lot more verbal with people than she used to be.

The graduating class

After getting certificates, it was time for some treats and snacks.

Reece was in a more formal pre-school this year, and she absolutely loved it. She had a graduation at our church, where the kids performed some songs that they knew and even had some speaking parts for the parents. It was really cute, and she had so much fun getting to know some new friends throughout the year.

We just love Miss Alanna! (Rem is going to her next year!)

It was a great school year!

.:Memorial Day:.

We had a nice Memorial Day, just spent with our little family. We started off by heading up to the reservoir. There were TONS of people there, but we still managed to get our own little spot of beach, and the girls were pretty much in heaven.

After the reservoir, we headed home for some pool and sprinkler time, and a little bbq in our backyard.

It was a pretty perfect day, and I really love this little family of mine.

.:23 & 24 Weeks:.

I missed last week because I was in Oregon, so we'll combine the two weeks. I feel gigantic. I feel like my belly is growing like crazy lately. I must be carrying high because I am starting to get some pain in my ribs, and feel really short of breath often. I'm not quite sure how I'm supposed to continue getting bigger if I'm already feeling this way! This little guy continues to be so super active. I love feeling him from the outside, and also love to just watch him bounce around. Lately it seems like he favors somersaults! The girls are still so excited for their little brother, and Remi has started getting in on the tummy kissing action. I'm really really excited to have a baby again, and often wish that time would just hurry up so he can be here. But at the same time, I really want to try and enjoy this last pregnancy. I know there are for sure things that I will miss. 

24 weeks

.:22 Weeks:.

Another week, come and gone. I feel like this little baby never stops moving. Even when I think I haven't felt him move for awhile, within five minutes I will usually feel him. I don't remember any of the girls being this active. I don't know what his plans are for when he is not in there anymore, but I hope it includes some sleeping sometimes! Not that I'm complaining, though; I love it. Reece felt him move for the first time this week. She loved it. Still feeling pretty good, though I'm really starting to notice a decrease in what my body can handle exercise wise. It is frustrating to lose what I worked so hard for, but of course totally worth it. I was just hoping to hang on to it for awhile longer before I had to tone it down a bit. I'm definitely grateful to still be able to exercise though, and have been making sure to do it every day during the week. I think it's helped with my mood a lot. I've started working on some sewing projects for him, which is fun. So excited to meet this little guy! We really need to start thinking about a name....

22 weeks

.:21 Weeks:.

Over halfway. It feels great to say that. Every time I am around a baby, it just makes me that much more excited to get this little guy here. But that being said, I can't complain too much. I've been feeling pretty good lately. Even with my congestion and allergies, I've managed to get some decent sleep this week and I think it has helped a lot. My hips are starting to hurt, and I think my feet are getting bigger because they often hurt while exercising, but what do you do? This little baby is sure busy in there. I've finally been able to feel him from the outside a few times. I'm hoping the girls will get to feel it soon. I know they are going to love it. And good news: Diet Coke doesn't taste bad to me anymore! 

21 weeks