36 week checkup

So I had a doctor's appointment today. I am 36 weeks and dilated 2 cm. Last week when she checked me, I was barely a 1 so she said I am making good progress. When we said we'll see you in a week, she half joked and said if not sooner. I was like yikes! I told her to not joke about it because I would like to have this baby in October if possible and she said, "Alison, October is a ways away..." So now my husband is freaking out and worrying and here I am...chill for once!

Labor Day Weekend

We decided to take a last minute trip to Kansas City. Our family "trips" have always been to Wyoming or Utah for Jer's family. So we decided to do something for ourselves. It was an awesome weekend! Kansas City is very nice and I was impressed with how much there is to do there but also the fact that you can get out of the city and it's still beautiful. They do not have a Disney Store here in Omaha (sad I know!) and the closest one happens to be in Kansas City, so we took Parks there. He was in heaven! He was soooo happy! We let him pick out 2 stuffed animals and he chose Woody and Nemo. He is into Toy Story right now so he was playing with all Buzz and Woody toys. I also found a really good Asian Market and that was the highlight of my trip! haha! I haven't found one with a lot of Japanese stuff here in Omaha, and could have stayed at that store forever. We went to a Royals game that night and Parker loved it! We had awesome seats right by 3rd base. We ate lots of "bad" food but you have to at a baseball game right?! The next morning, we went to Independence, Missouri to visit church sites. We then headed up to Liberty and saw the jail that Joseph Smith was in. That was a neat experience. They have the original key to the jail and built the visitor's center around the jail. I enjoy learning and seeing the history of our church and all the pioneers went through.
On Labor Day, I went shopping with my good friend to the outlet malls. I got some killer deals on kid clothes. I bought the baby's "coming home" outfit. It is so dang cute! Hopefully, the baby will be born in October like it's supposed to be b/c it is a Halloween outfit! And I bought Parker some cold weather clothes since he doesn't have any. Then we went out to eat at Cracker Barrel! One of my favorite restaurants. I love southern food! That night we went to a friend's house and had a barbeque. It was a lot of fun! So many of our good friends I will miss when we leave Omaha.

Pregnancy differences

So I wanted to write how different this pregnancy is than Parker's.

Baby #2:
Very sick. I don't know why they call it morning sickness...it's ALL day.
Lost weight.
So far have gained 26 pounds all in belly.
Exercised until week 32. (was banned by the doc)
Eating the same thing everyday! (cereal, bagel with peanut butter and jelly, lots of fruit)
More irritable.
Lots of contractions and pressure.

Parker:
Threw up only twice.
Gained 45 pounds everywhere.
Did not exercise.
Had cravings for about a week and then it was over. It was food that I never ate and did not like. (Subway, buffalo wings, Spicy Chicken sandwich, In & Out milkshake) no wonder I gained!
Really bad heartburn.

School

Jer started his last year of law school!!!! We are almost done! He is working at the Douglas County courthouse still and has more night classes this year. Parker and I are getting into a routine again and it has been rough. He decided he doesn't need naps anymore, which is tough on me. He is also throwing tantrums when he has to go to bed at night. I guess it's a good thing we are having these issues now since I will be so sleep deprived in several weeks. I have 6 weeks left before this baby is due. This pregnancy has been so much harder than Parker. I have had more issues and have to be very careful. I was banned from exercising at about week 32, which is really hard for me. I guess I have to remember that the baby comes first and not be selfish. Also, I am VERY moody:) We have been busy getting ready for this little one. We decided to not find out what we are having, although some people have it in their minds it is a boy. (It really annoys me) We keep telling Parker about the baby and I think he is slowly grasping the idea, but who knows with him! This ultrasound pic is at the 20 week mark.

It's been awhile....

Well, I am horrible at blogging. Really, I am! I am going to try to remember all that has happened since the last post. Jer is working for the Douglas County courthouse and enjoys it. He is almost done with his 2nd year of law. Yeah!!!! He won the competition (again!) and is going to nationals which is going to be in Minnesota. I stay at home with Parks and sometimes it is hard because I feel "stuck" but realize it is the best thing for him. I guess what I'm saying is, I can't wait to go back to school or to work. I am not cut out to be a 24/7 stay at home mom. I want a career. With that being said, my time away from home is the gym. What else is new?? I love working out. I am still doing the crossfit thing. I ran a 10K on St. Patty's Day and did awesome! Jen ran with me (my workout buddy) and she kept me going. We ran a 9:59 mile which is good considering the course was very hilly! We went to Utah for Jeremy's sister's wedding. We were very busy!! Every day was packed with activities whether it was seeing the "tourist" stuff or meeting up with friends. It was great to see family and our friends from college. I wish we had more time to see more of our friends but hey we always end up in Utah. Parks loved the Salt Lake Temple and now has a picture of a temple in his room. When we came home, he asked "see temple"? And I had to tell him that the SLC temple was far away. Jer's parents came for a week to visit us. It was nice to have them take care of Parks. It was good to spend time with them. It is starting to get warmer here!!!!!!!!!!!! I am excited! I hate cold weather and glad the snow is all gone. I think that is all to update for now!

Halfway

We have been busy, busy, busy! Jer finished his semester mid December. He is halfway through law school! Yeah!!! We almost got 2 dogs...but we walked away from that situation. Jer and I went on a date and it has been awhile. Really it has. Ended up hanging out with the babysitters after we got home. Enjoyed Christmas Sunday. I played a special musical number and have not done that in years. I miss playing the piano. Had a wonderful Christmas and great memories. Our little family has been blessed in so many ways. I enjoyed the fact that we focused on the true meaning of Christmas. Parker got the movie Up! and we have watched it so many times he has parts memorized. He is talking like crazy now. I love him so much! We have enjoyed having Jer at home for almost a month. Parks misses his dad when school is in session. Let's see...this winter has been really bad, snow wise. I am sick of it already. Wish I was back in Cali. I was called into the new primary presidency. Lots of stress. And let's face it, I've been in primary for almost 4 years now. Hmmmm...am I supposed to like children?! Started a new workout program called Crossfit. It is intense and awesome!!!!!! I feel like I've become obsessed with my image, but then again, who cares?? I've had a kid. So what if I want to be the hot mama? I'm reading Sarah Palin's book. I really like it so far. Yeah...I think that's the update for now:)

Thanksgiving and then some...

I don't have a lot of time, but I realized that I have not updated our blog for a little bit. We had Thanksgiving here (which we always do). I love to make all of the food myself:) It was a wonderful day spent cooking, watching the Macy's parade, football, and of course eating! I was very proud of myself for not going overboard. I recently have lost weight and did not want to mess that up. That night, we went to a friend's house for dessert. We had our ward Christmas party last Friday. Parker did NOT like to take pictures with Santa. I was very sad:( We took a couple of good family ones though! Jer has finals for the next 2 weeks and then he is halfway through law school!!!!!!!!!!!