a case of the "pregnants"

Well, it finally happened... The hormones hit me. Big time. I'm telling this story almost a week after it happened because I'm completely mortified by my behavior. I really don't think pregnancy is an excuse to turn into a train wreck. So, please don't judge me, it was the baby talking. That said, here's the scoop. It was about 8 o'clock on Tuesday night when I first discovered I "needed" to have some Cold Stone ice cream. Within minutes, Cold Stone was the only thing I could focus on. I absolutely had to get some! My ever-patient husband acquiesced to my request and within a half hour we drove to Cold Stone. Now I'm not exactly sure why at 9 o'clock on a Tuesday night Cold Stone was such a happening place, but when we got there, the line was to the door, literally. In fact, the couple that got there before us turned around and walked out because the line was so long. We waited for about ten minutes and the line hadn't moved at all, seriously, not even an inch. So Jade proposed the idea of leaving. He asked if I wanted to stay and wait, or if I would rather just leave. He said he honestly didn't mind either way, and he left it up to me. Trying to be level headed, I decided that the line was ridiculous and waiting would be a waste of time, so we left. Then Jade did something so nice- he drove down the hill to the other Cold Stone. Well, sure enough that line was equally long. So, sadly, I said we should just go home. About 3 minutes into the drive home, I was overcome with a feeling of despair. To this day I don't know why, but I was in anguish over not being able to have Cold Stone. I started crying, little tears at first, but by the time we got home I ran to bed, curled into the fetal position, and was sobbing. I told Jade that nothing ever goes my way, and I think I even told him that I had an unbelievably hard life (I know this is totally pathetic, but at the time it seemed like such an unbearable situation). Do you know what my wonderful husband did? He kissed my tear-stained face, left the house, and came back about 25 minutes later with a bowl of the best Cold Stone ice cream I've ever had. After I ate my weight in Cold Stone (or at least that's how it felt) I was totally happy. It was as if the situation never happened. I sort of wish it never would have happened. All I can say is I'm so grateful for a kind, loving, PATIENT husband who would go all the way back to Cold Stone and wait in line just so his pregnant wife could have Cold Stone ice cream. How did I get so lucky? (In case anyone is wondering, I haven't had another case of the "pregnants" yet, but I'll keep you posted)

Softball and Showers

We have lots going on lately, with summer rapidly approaching. It's Jade's busiest time of the year, so he's been working super hard to prepare for the summer. To relieve some stress, the men of Stampede formed a softball team, and they're playing in a city league this summer. So far they've been taking it pretty seriously, and they have night-time practices and even bought real baseball uniforms. Unfortunately, or rather fortunately, they're better businessmen than softball players, hence they're 0 for 2. I don't mean to brag, but Jade's definitely one of the team all-stars, and I'm so proud when I watch him. And he looks super hot in his baseball uniform. There's something about a man in uniform! Last week I hosted my best friend Megan's bridal shower at my house! It was a bigger undertaking than I thought it would be, what with my "condition" and a full-time job and everything, but all the hard work paid off and it was super fun. I can't wait for her to get married and experience the ups and downs, but mostly ups, of marriage. Also, last night was my first baby shower! The wives of Stampede (that kind of sounds like a soap opera, but I can't think of a better way to phrase it) got together to celebrate the pregnancies of myself and Brenda Mortensen, another wife, who is due around the same time as me. We had a big dinner party at PF Changs. It was delicious and so fun to get together with everyone. We had a really nice time, and I got so much darling baby stuff! That little girl is going to be the best dressed baby in Utah! Thanks to everyone who came and celebrated with us! I had a wonderful time!

Me and Meg at her shower

Jade's favorite shower gift

Mommies-to-be

Jade up to bat

BIG NEWS!

So anyone who knows me well knows I'm not really a lucky person. I'm really fortunate in life, and I've been so blessed in every way imaginable, but as far as basic dumb luck goes, I really don't have any. I can't think of a time I've ever won anything, not even a free tee shirt at a baseball game. Imagine my surprise when I get a phone call Sunday afternoon from the audience coordinator of the Ellen DeGeneres show, telling me I won two tickets to be on her Mother's Day show!! I know, I couldn't believe it either. It's airing May 9th, the Friday before Mother's Day, and my momma and I are going to the taping in Burbank on May 8th. I'm SO excited!! She invited only first time pregnant moms-to-be and a guest of their choice who must be a mother. Last year the Mother's Day show was so cute and I'm so excited to go be a part of it this year! By Sunday night we had already booked our flights, hotel, rental car, and sent back our information packet to the show. We're obviously really excited. Then on Monday, another amazing thing happened! The head of the Spirit Department at UVU (that's still a little weird to say, but I guess it's official now) called and offered me the position as head cheerleading coach! So that little 2 month stint helping out as "assistant" turned into the real deal for me! I can hardly believe it, but I'm so excited and so grateful for the opportunity. Lately I had begun to worry that I was going to go crazy being alone at home with a newborn all day, every day, and I was wondering what I was going to do for a few hours every week for "me time". Well, now I know- I'll be coaching cheer! I can't think of anything I'd rather be doing. It's the perfect job for me; I'll have a newborn, so it's not like I'd be able to have a "real" job outside of the home, yet I'll need a little outside interaction so I don't go nuts, and also, I love cheerleading! Wish me luck!

27 weeks now! When I'm laying down you can totally see my "baby bump"

Still not warmer...

Well, at least I won't have to worry about getting skin cancer any time soon, considering it's April 10th and I have yet to see the sun (trips to Vegas excluded, of course). I guess everyone at least can acknowledge that global warming is an absolute joke. On the brighter (but not warmer) side, our baby is getting closer and closer to making an appearance! Just over 2 months to go now. I can't believe it. Other than that, nothing too exciting is going on with us. Jade has been working non-stop, which I appreciate and hate. He's currently on his seventh business trip this year. Yes, seven, no, that's not an exaggeration. I have documentation. I'm still working full-time as well. And I really like it! The job isn't necessarily satisfying or fulfilling, but I love my work friends. I can't think of a better way to spend my free time pre-baby (except maybe on a fabulous vacation or something). Overall, things are really great with us. I'm beginning to worry about having this baby so far from home. I don't know what I'm going to do without my mom in the same town (let alone state). I wish more than anything we lived around our family (we do have Jerai and Phil, but nothing can compare to grandmas). What am I going to do when I have a newborn and Jade leaves town? Anyway, hopefully the weather starts to get better so I can actually leave my house again. Until then, you know where to find me.