They did. And there were several of such long duration and fairly high intensity that I - in the privacy of my dark room, unbeknownst to my sleeping husband - advanced into panic mode.
Ack! I don't have any diapers for a new baby!
Ack! The new baby clothes haven't been washed yet!
Ack! My house is a mess and my school room is still disorganized and I still haven't gotten current on Abby's shots yet and I still haven't chosen a pediatrician!
Ack! Ack! Ack!
Finally, I fell asleep and stayed asleep - further proof that true labor is still a ways away. But the next morning, I went to the store. Bought diapers. Washed clothes. Checked on a few pediatricians. Thought about organizing the school room.
It's starting to feel a little more real now, with the nightly contractions. Eventually, there's going to be a tiny little baby in my closet. [What's wrong with keeping a baby in a closet? It's a BIG closet!] Eventually that little guy will be wearing those clean "Daddy's MVP" shirts and "Dog-gone Cute" onesies all hung up on the racks. Eventually I can get rid of my maternity clothes once and for all.
And now, at least, I'm ready.
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Ack, it's coming so soon! Can't wait to meet the little guy. In the meantime, put on some adult diapers, pee while still in bed and try and get a good nights sleep.
WHA?! What if he comes while we're in town?! WHA?! how exciting. Well, maybe. But maybe just chaotic too. :) Not sure if the zoo is a good idea if you are already having contractions!
ha, april! That'd be so fun! But seriously, I think I haven't reached that too-miserable-to-stay-pregnant point yet, so I'm sure I still have the full two weeks left. We are SO excited to see you!!
We're all about closet babies. Especially on vacation.
And yay for a little motivation! I could totally use some of that myself...but contractions might not be the best way to go right now.
Rachel: I am available to help in any way. So if and when you go, we are available to meet you at OU Med or whatever. I know you will think we are too old=but we are experienced. Love all of you so much. Nana
Hey.."ACK!" is one of my fav movie quotes from "Mars Attacks." ;) It's such a silly, bizarre movie..but when your daughter is a zillion trillion miles away, WHAT'S a mother to do (well, besides praying and the chores)when she can't sleep??? "Mars Attacks," is your answer. Everything I say or ask reminds me of Family Feud. Quick: What are the top 5 things you do when you miss your firstborn daughter and even she's asleep? #1 Answer...Watch stupid movies when everyone in their right mind is asleep..and wouldn't watch that movie with you anyway. :)
Thank you for not having the baby while I was out of the state. All I can say is now that you are home..can you get your baby sister to come home???
I love you!
Mom
P.S. Guess what troopers would watch "Mars Attacks" with me..every stinkin time I watched it??? You got it! Holly and Katie
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