Thursday, April 24, 2008

Last day of work!!!

Today is a glorious day! Just glorious! As of 4:30pm today I am going to be at home waiting for Charlotte to grace us with her presence. I am technically still working a few days next week from home on a project that I've been putting off for a long long time but it ends up working out really well because this report requires a lot of data entry and I can do it from any computer that has Internet access. So yippee...I can wear my p.j.'s and get paid. I'm so excited. It will be nice to not deal with the drive for a while (I really don't mind the drive usually---but lately---I've been over it.)
Also, after I finish this report (not looking forward to it)---if there is no sign of Charlotte's arrival---I've got big plans. Raresh is not quite aware of this yet but I want to clean the house again. It's actually already clean but hey---if I've got time to lean--I've got time to clean! And it can't hurt to clean it one more time. Then, after that project we'll go to the near by malls and walk around and return stuff. There are a lot of last minute errands that I want to complete and because my sweet hubby will be home, he'll naturally be a part of it all.
Tomorrow I have another Dr's appointment. I really hope all is well and she tells me that it looks like she'll be on time. The words I definitely don't want to hear are (my favorite these days)---"You still haven't dropped" or "It looks like she's going to be a little late in her arrival." Seriously, I know she'll come in her own time but her parents are so darn punctual that if she's late---it just wouldn't be the Isai way. Come on little Charlotte make us proud!

Charlotte, It could be any time now and your mommy and daddy are just crazy excited. We can't wait to hold you and kiss you! See you soon sweetie.

Monday, April 21, 2008

The Waiting Kills you...

Hi all,
Today I'm 38 weeks and 2 days---full term. I guess looking back the time did fly by---but I'm glad it did. It seems like at week 36 everything just slowed down! During this count down to D-day there have been a few things that have been just killing me. Without ever experiencing child birth or labor it really is stressful not really knowing what to wait for except "the pain". I mean, everyone tells me you'll just know that it's time but then everyone has such a different experience that it drives me crazy. You hear things like, "my water broke", "my water never broke", "my water gushed out", "Mine was a trickle", "I got the runs right before I went into labor" (nice visual--- I know), "I had really bad period like cramps", "my back killed me" and the list goes on and on. Well, you know what I say---there needs to be some type of invention that not only tells you you're pregnant but that you will deliver on X date at X time. That would definitely take the surprise factor out of things but it would also bring me a little piece of mind. For example, yesterday after church I felt funny. Raresh kept asking---"What does that mean?"---Truth is I couldn't answer. I definitely felt different than I ever have but I wasn't in any pain. I just felt sick. I felt like I was going to throw up but I never did. Then the other weird thing is it would come and go every 15 minutes or so...so naturally I'm thinking---this might be it. WRONG! I think I worked myself up. After lunch and a nap---I seemed to be back to normal (normal...ha...what a crock---I haven't felt normal in months!) Well, later on Raresh and I went walking for an hour---and then I was resltess so I repacked my overnight bag again. Then after I went to bed last night I woke up every hour on the hour with some discomfort---so I'm thinking...is this it? I mean--there was a little pain but how do I know I'm not just a really tough chick that can handle pain better than others. WRONG again--So to make a really long entry short I'm at work today and I feel just fine for now. This waiting and this not knowing is really difficult. I know what you're all thinking---"just relax---she'll be here soon." No kidding---I'm not worried about that---she can't stay in forever---I just am getting anxious because every little twinge of discomfort or pain gets me all excited and crazy. I've already told Raresh I will keep my mouth shut from now on until I'm certain this is it...but he said he wants to know when I feel "funny". So okay buddy---you've got it.

Oh and just a side note---if one more person tells me to walk a lot or that I have or haven't dropped---I'm gonna scream! Just shut it and keep me in your prayers! That's all Mama Linda asks!

Charlotte, honey, Iwould love to tell you you're mommy is not usually like this...but I don't think lying to you would be setting the best example. Love you!

Monday, April 14, 2008

Can we be any more ready?!?!

Hi all--
Just an update---

The car seat is installed in the car (it's too weird to drive around with an empty car seat but now my mom Camry---truly fits the bill).

My overnight bag is packed and in the trunk

And now we wait....wait....wait....and wait...

Oh also---my mom is calling almost on a daily basis to see if I'm in labor yet. She's too cute. As if I would forget to announce to my parents that it's D-day!!!

Wednesday, April 9, 2008

Numb finger!---Normal pregnancy symptom?

Uhhh something very weird is happening to my poor right hand ring finger--it has been numb on and off for days-DAYS! It's got that crazy tingling feeling and it's driving me absolutely crazy! I am so over the swollen fingers and feet and although they are very uncomforatble it's expected---in fact it's normal in your last few weeks. BUT ONE NUMB FINGER?!? What is that about?

Tuesday, April 8, 2008

Guess who is never going to Lake Havasu for Spring Break...


You missy! So don't even bother to ask.


Your daddy and I are obsessed with the channel Tru TV--formally Court TV. This Tru TV is home to none other than some personal favorites such as Cops, Forensic Files, Ocean Force, Most Shocking, and the latest show added to the line up--Party Heat. Basically this new show is about law enforcement busting drunk partying teens during Spring Break at none other than the popular Lake Havasu. I am just amazed at how stupid young teens are these days. Whatever happened to good clean fun? I hate to be a stickler before you're even born but your father and I weren't born yesterday and even though you may be a good kid---places like Lake Havasu during Spring Break are no place for a lady. Sorry sweetie...deal with it. The only Lake Havasu you'll see while you live under my roof is on a map or with your parents. Oh and one more thing...don't try lying to us either about going elsewhere and then ending up in Havasu---cause you won't get away with it. TRUST ME!


Friday, April 4, 2008

Mommy is an exclamation point!--Surprise surprise

This was kind of interesting-- Thank you Angelo for the fun little test. Charlotte--one day you'll meet Uncle Angelo and you'll crack up with him---NO DOUBT!!! I just hope the facial hair is gone. Sorry Angelo---but I'm with Lori on this one---I miss the clean shaven Angelo!

So anyone a dash???

You Are An Exclamation Point



You are a bundle of... well, something.

You're often a bundle of joy, passion, or drama.

You're loud, brash, and outgoing. If you think it, you say it.

Definitely not the quiet type, you really don't keep a lot to yourself.

You're lively and inspiring. People love to be around your energy.

(But they do secretly worry that you'll spill their secrets without even realizing it.)

You excel in: Public speaking

You get along best with: the Dash

Thursday, April 3, 2008

I lied...we had 4 baby showers for Charlotte

Yesterday, Raresh came home with a gift bag. I still get excited when I see little presents for her. So naturally I ask what's in the bag? Raresh tells me that his co-workers at the station threw him a surprise baby shower. They had a cake and they all pitched in for a very very generous gift card and "Go Girl" energy drinks. Raresh was so surprised. I'm so glad they did something special for daddy. It really isn't fair that mommy gets all the fun surprises. Thank you Southwest Station. We are very grateful and thankful for your gifts!

Did I mention my little girl is all set...

Some picutres of Charlotte's closet.

Geez Louise this kid has a lot of clothes.

The other side of the closet. It's sad to think she won't even get to wear all the items--unless I change her like 8 times a day. Hey--new diaper...new outfit. That's a thought!


Her little bathing suits. The 2-piece she got is not displayed---daddy is still having a heart attack about that one. I figure I'll ease him into it. Poor Charlotte will only be allowed 1-pieces for a long long time.

Wednesday, April 2, 2008

My Third and Final Shower!!

This past weekend was my third and final baby shower. It was so beautiful!! It was thrown by my dearest friends, Rachel, Lori and Jayme. What a beautiful job they did. The decorations, the food, flowers, games, gifts, invitaions and everything else they did was just great! I've also heard from many of the attendees that they had a great time. Here are a few pictures of the day: