I got a little more sleep last night, thanks in part to Tom rubbing my back to lull me under. Went to the midwife this morning and will be going every week from now on. She took pity on me and got me a referral to a dermatologist. I need to feel like I am at least making progress with this rash. Peanut is still growing on target and his heartbeat was pumping away at 146bpm. I picked up one pound and I am going to try for another one next week.
Afterwards I headed to T*arget to try and finish my list of "things before baby comes." It was a new store, so nice and clean and not crowded at all. The best part is they have an icee machine. I got the biggest size they have but really they should be available by the quart. Ummmm....crazy pregnant lady drinking frozen beverage while it's 28 degrees out.
My parents came over and we put the shelf up in the baby's room. Now I need to load it up with books and stuffed animals. I am completely procrastinating on cleaning out the closet. It became the place where we put stuff we didn't have another home for. Now I finally have to find a home for it. Ugh.
Tom took the tree out and every sign of Christmas is back up in the attic and I feel so much better knowing I don't have to face that anymore. Whenever I do check something off my list I find something to add. Both dogs need to be groomed so they are fresh and clean for when the baby comes home. Oh and the inside of my car should be cleaned too. And I should get a haircut in case I can't get out for a while.
See what I mean?

Alisa. 37. New Hampshire. Married for almost three years to this wonderful, funny, smart guy. Previously married. Went through in-vitro fertilization to have my five year old magical son Keegan. Stepmother to the charming Isabelle (6). Gushingly in love with our baby boy Harper(1). Policy Wonk and dreaded bureaucrat. Lover of fine cuisine, honeybees, truly romantic moments and the underdog.

Curried Beef Short Ribs
Note: I found this was more realistically four servings.
Finishing this dish with lime zest and juice brightens its rich flavors.
Yield 6 servings (serving size: about 3 ounces ribs, 2/3 cup rice, and about 2 1/2 tablespoons sauce)
2 teaspoons canola oil
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Across The Universe
With Each Goodbye, You Learn
Harper Stats
Happy Birthday Gorgeous!
Oh God, Book One
Peep Peep
Kissiversary 2009
The Puzzle
Curried Beef Short Ribs
Black Bean-Taco Salad with Lime Vinaigrette
With Each Goodbye, You Learn
Harper Stats
Happy Birthday Gorgeous!
Oh God, Book One
Peep Peep
Kissiversary 2009
The Puzzle
Curried Beef Short Ribs
Black Bean-Taco Salad with Lime Vinaigrette

Baby Can't Come Until I'm Done
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I dug out my snow cone machine this week too. heh. :D
I can not believe it's 20 days away! 20 days!!! Eep!!!
*hugs* I am getting all excited and nervous for you!!
Gosh! I can't believe it's almost time! This is so exciting! ;)
If eka hasn't told you yet there is a surprise at my website check it out!*giggles*
Ker
Alisa-
Just spent a while catching up on your pregnancy news. How wonderful that you can write about what's going on for you. I wanted to share with you that I too will be experiencing motherhood in mid-July
Alisa-
Just spent some time catching myself up on your pregnancy. It seems like it has been great (except for the rash, and cold). Your picture at your shower was beautiful!!! You looked fantastic. I'm so sorry that I couldn't make it to your shower. I wanted to be there, but was out of town.
I wanted to share with you that I, too, will be experiencing motherhood in mid-July. Can you believe it? Wanted to share that with you.
I'll keep you posted as well, preferably with personal emails, but want to get together after you've recouperated from bringing Peanut into the world.
Love,
Kara (at key)