It's hard to believe, but this baby could come any time. We have three weeks until the official due date, and we're mostly ready. The bassinet finally has sheets, and most of the baby 'stuff' has been given a place to belong. I've gone from this...
 

to this...
  

to this!
 

Guess we'll see what the next few weeks hold.

This post is in honor of my wonderful husband, who is coming home today after being gone for 3 whole weeks! Yes, he left his pregnant wife home all alone...but for a good cause. He was doing some computer training in preparation for our time overseas. Had a wonderful time getting to know other people who are interested in computers and programming and lots of other things I just don't get all that excited about. It sounds like it was well worth the separation and a few hard days.

You know that saying "Absence makes the heart grow fonder"? Well, I think this time apart showed us how much we've come to depend on each other and enjoy each other's company during this first year and a half of marriage. The little annoyances don't seem to matter that much any more; I'm just ready for him to be home!

Baby continues to develop normally and healthily, as far as we can tell. The kicks/movements are getting stronger and a little uncomfortable at times. Except for growing back pain, I am totally enjoying this pregnancy. It's been pretty easy so far, which is a source of great hope for my 3 sisters.

Here's a picture of me and "The Bump" at 24 weeks.


Have a wonderful Saturday, everyone!