30 weeks and counting :)

Sorry it has been so long since I last posted. Things have been crazy here. I am finishing the semester up at school (one more month to go) and busy prepping for Miss Madalyn's arrival. I am exhausted and so ready to meet my little peanut! But the good news is that after a few rough weeks- I have a healthy baby growing inside of me that has decided to just stay put for a while longer. I have a feeling I am going to miss her big kicks inside me when she arrives, but I sure can't wait to see her sweet face and get to know her. She is already loved so much and I can't imagine not having her in my life. As of today, I am 30 weeks and 3 days along. I am feeling bigger than ever and have had 2 weeks of bed rest and an entire day of contractions, not to mention the wonderful Braxton Hicks. We are living with Tom's parents while we wait for the purchase of our first home to go through. We are happy and healthy and excited, nervous and tired. Baby is this big:

These last two ultrasounds were taken at 27 weeks 5 days:

Mommy looks like this:

Mady weighs just over 3 pounds and is about 16 inches long. Her eyes are getting more and more focused. She doesn't like loud noises and kicks mommy every time something scares her. She kicks after Mommy eats chocolate. Madalyn has found mommy's ribs. Mommy now knows what it feels like to have her hiccup. This little girl is so very loved. I simply can't wait to meet her. In the next post, I will share photos of the baby shower my amazing Aunt put on for me in Denver! I feel so grateful to have such a wonderful and supportive family. I can't wait until we are all together again to celebrate her arrival.