Getting Ready for Baby

Let's just be honest. My hubby and I are simply overwhelmed. If you look at our "to do" list, it just appears impossible to complete before the baby gets here. Here's just a sample of what needs to be done:

Finish painting baby's room (almost done), Setup son and daughter's new bunk beds in their room, get son's bed out of his room and into baby's room (for mom to sleep on when she comes over to help), Shampoo carpets throughout house, buy new uniforms for son and daughter's new school year (starts in exactly 2 weeks), buy school supplies for son and daughter, get all laundry done (getting close), scrub all bathrooms from top to bottom, buy new shower curtains for guest bathroom, etc...

I just don't know. I think we're at the point where we just need to be realistic, as my hubby suggested. I am only able to accomplish so much, even if my mind and body think that I can do more. I tire myself out after 30 minutes of any type of housework, and that includes cooking. For every half hour of tasks I complete, I need 2 hours to recuperate before I can resume work! Time to prioritize: 1) Finish baby's room , 2) get kids' bunk beds setup, 3) Get bed into guest room, and 4) get shower curtains for guest bedroom and get it scrubbed really well. I may surprise my hubby and get these floors downstairs steam cleaned myself...I said "maybe". But that would take such a burden off of him while he completes his last week of Bar prep. I'm a little worried about him. This has stressed him out more than anything I've ever seen.

On a side note: I've also been trying to plan our 10-year anniversary getaway which will take place this December. My parents' and sister have agreed to keep the kids for us while we're away. Here's what I have in mind: The hubby and I are both obsessed with Orlando, so for the first time ever, we want to get away to Orlando and just live it up swanky-like. I want us to stay in the nicest hotel they have there. Hotel must have in-room jacuzzi and room-service that is to die for, with a great view. I'm VERY picky about the hotels I stay in regularly, so for my 10-year wedding anniversary I want THE BEST they have. I want us to go to all 4 Disney parks and both Universal Orlando parks and ride the rides we NEVER get a chance to ride as many times as we want. I want us to go to dance clubs in Pleasure Island of Downtown Disney during the evening. Basically I want us to have our one opportunity that we'll never forget to live it up in our favorite place on Earth! Problem: It would appear that no such hotel exists in Orlando, FL. I have searched and searched for every amenity I want but no single hotel seems to have it all. So I'm either going to have to prioritize again and get what's most important to us, or I'll just let Priceline do the work based on my personal criteria. I don't do travel agents...

I'm sure I've loaded you with enough info for today. This is quite possibly the last time I'll update this blog before my new arrival makes his way here. Until next time!

Babies, Books, Bible Studies and Boredom

Today makes officially 5 weeks since I was laid-off from CNN. I have dealt with it, and I feel a sense of closure. I've been able to stay in touch with the people that I care to continue communicating with. Had a few cool lunch dates, and even went out to dinner a few days ago with my former manager. Mmmmm...Thai!

I was extremely sensitive (hormonal) for a while there, and ended up cutting off a lot of people that I felt betrayed by. I now realize that it wasn't about me at all. I reacted hastily which I regret, but I simply don't apologize for it. I'm almost 8 months pregnant with my 3rd child, and no one in my house has a job right now. Sue me.

The good news is that I am certain that everything will be okay now. You can't deny God's existence if you just look at the timing of all of this. I'm basically sitting around resting while the company is still paying me. Once everything runs out salary and insurance-wise, my hubby will be working by then and we will all be covered with his insurance. The only concern, if there was one, would be getting back in the job market after the baby is born without feeling too rusty. But things ALWAYS have a way of working according to God's purpose for us!

I read a new book recently called "The Killer Inside Me" by Jim Thompson. It's classified as American noir...kind of like "No Country For Old Men" is Western noir. I really enjoyed the 1st person perspective we were offered from the actual killer. It gets pretty creepy the further into the book you go. Truth be told, the only reason I bought the book was because the movie is currently being produced. One of the central characters is a district attorney who is portrayed by...wait for it....Simon Baker! :-) Let's just be honest, that's the only reason for this recent interest. But I'm going to check out two of Jim Thompson's other noir novels over the summer after I finish the Harry Potter series. Still have HP Book 6 and 7 to finish.

I joined an AMAZING women's bible study recently!! It's a Beth Moore series, and those of you who are familiar with Beth Moore can understand why I'm so excited!! She is simply anointed by God to teach His word to women and men alike. Last night was our first meeting. I'm looking forward to reconnecting and having fellowship with other women my age and older. Mostly, I'm excited about reconnecting with God through the hearing of His word. Our facilitator is one of my favorite people in the world so it's going to be a wonderful time all around!

Finally, when I'm not with the kids or studying the Bible, I'm just bored. Okay, to be honest, I haven't really gotten into studying the Bible much yet. I've just been lying around like a friggin' rug. So tired all of the time. Again, this baby is obviously HUGE and my body is still kind of on the small size! Yikes. Speaking of boredom I'm going to go lie down on the recliner. I can't get comfortable in my bed AT ALL anymore so I sleep on my hubby's recliner now. Nothing is comfortable for me, but it's the best option I have in the house.

Until next time!