I woke up this morning to a long list of unread text messages ranging from my mother, family members (outside of immediate family and close aunts/uncles), and friends (even friends that I haven't seen in years). They were asking me if I was pregnant...or congratulating me on being pregnant. I could not figure out how all of these people found out overnight!
Then I checked my Facebook...
I posted a status last night about the fact that I got upset talking about the future. I was referring to a fight(ish) between me and the SO, Kevin. My mom posted on it this morning that I had so much to look forward to...including a "beautiful new baby." Up until this point, I had not posted ANYTHING on Facebook about my pregnancy. I wasn't sure if I was going to put anything up at all just because people have big mouths...and the rumor mill in a small town (like Rockingham, my home town) is way larger than the town itself. I don't care that people know that I'm pregnant. I just don't see the need for drama that I'm sure will now be pouring itself into my life. If I was going to post anything on Facebook, it was going to be after my big ultrasound on January 7th. I was going to just post a status saying, "It's a boy!" or "It's a girl!" and let that be it.
In a way, I'm kind of happy that my mom went ahead and got it out of the way for me. The texts I've received over the course of the day have been fun...and I really thought I had offended some people by not telling them sooner...but in the end, I think people have understood my decision to keep my personal life more private than they might have chosen to keep theirs.
Now, I get to log into Facebook...and if I want to post a status about my wonderful baby, I can feel free to do so. I feel relieved...and I thank my mom for that. You won't be finding any pictures of ultrasounds or anything like that on Facebook. I feel like it would be weird for me to share a picture of my uterus online...even though what's inside my uterus is epically amazing! However, now, I can update my FB about doctor appointments, new milestones reached, etc. I'm kind of excited about this new outlet!!! :)
Thursday, December 30, 2010
All About My Wreck (12/26/2010)
Hey y'all. I hope everyone had a really wonderful Christmas. I thought I'd pop in and tell everyone about one of the scariest moments of my entire life!
I spent Christmas with my family. Kevin (SO) came home with me and stayed with my parents as well. On the day after Christmas, we played in the snow all day, ate snow cream, and then finished the afternoon with some really wonderful chicken and rice and turkey chili. Everything had been perfect. I left Rockingham, NC (where my parents live) around 6:30 or so after packing up my car until it was as full as possible with gifts and new toys
We had been driving for about 1.5 hours (I was driving slow to be cautious...the roads were really icy in some places) when we got to the exit that I was supposed to take in Sanford, NC. Well, when I hit my brakes to slow down even more (I was probably going about 15 mph at this point and about to turn on the really sharp exit ramp), they didn't catch. Come to find out, I was on a solid sheet of black ice. My car fishtailed towards the median (on a bridge...so a GIANT metal rail), turned back towards the exit ramp, then spun completely around backwards and proceeded to slid sideways down an extremely steep embankment into a field. Kevin had moved almost completely in front of me by this point trying to hold on to me and protect me from hitting anything. The field is completely barren with the exception of this one tree...that I managed to hit. It smashed into the driver's side door (I was the driver) and dented in my door pretty severely, took off my door handle, jammed both doors on the driver's side, and busted out all of the glass in my door (all into my lap).
By the time everything was over, a police officer had already come down the ramp (and almost wrecked himself) and was walking over to check on us. I had a severe panic attack and couldn't stand immediately because my legs were so shaky (I've never been in a wreck). Once I stood, I almost passed out (and fell) and Kevin caught me. Anyway, the wrecker was being a jerk and wouldn't tow my car out of the field unless I paid him $100 in cash right then. So, the cop went and drove my car out of the field...it was still drivable
Well...my parents came and got us...and took us to Chapel Hill. Then they drove my car back home to Rockingham and now it's in the shop. The estimate is right around $3500 for the two doors...and I have no idea how we're gonna pay it.
Luckily, Kevin and I both are alright. No damage done to us, physically. I'm having nightmares constantly now because I saw the tree coming at the car...and there was a branch right at my eye level that should have come through my window and killed me (or done some serious damage to my head). Somehow, God made that branch curve up and over my window...but still...it was terrifying.
Sigh. So, that was the end to my wonderful Christmas weekend. I really hope everyone else had a better overall experience!
I spent Christmas with my family. Kevin (SO) came home with me and stayed with my parents as well. On the day after Christmas, we played in the snow all day, ate snow cream, and then finished the afternoon with some really wonderful chicken and rice and turkey chili. Everything had been perfect. I left Rockingham, NC (where my parents live) around 6:30 or so after packing up my car until it was as full as possible with gifts and new toys
We had been driving for about 1.5 hours (I was driving slow to be cautious...the roads were really icy in some places) when we got to the exit that I was supposed to take in Sanford, NC. Well, when I hit my brakes to slow down even more (I was probably going about 15 mph at this point and about to turn on the really sharp exit ramp), they didn't catch. Come to find out, I was on a solid sheet of black ice. My car fishtailed towards the median (on a bridge...so a GIANT metal rail), turned back towards the exit ramp, then spun completely around backwards and proceeded to slid sideways down an extremely steep embankment into a field. Kevin had moved almost completely in front of me by this point trying to hold on to me and protect me from hitting anything. The field is completely barren with the exception of this one tree...that I managed to hit. It smashed into the driver's side door (I was the driver) and dented in my door pretty severely, took off my door handle, jammed both doors on the driver's side, and busted out all of the glass in my door (all into my lap). By the time everything was over, a police officer had already come down the ramp (and almost wrecked himself) and was walking over to check on us. I had a severe panic attack and couldn't stand immediately because my legs were so shaky (I've never been in a wreck). Once I stood, I almost passed out (and fell) and Kevin caught me. Anyway, the wrecker was being a jerk and wouldn't tow my car out of the field unless I paid him $100 in cash right then. So, the cop went and drove my car out of the field...it was still drivable
Well...my parents came and got us...and took us to Chapel Hill. Then they drove my car back home to Rockingham and now it's in the shop. The estimate is right around $3500 for the two doors...and I have no idea how we're gonna pay it.
Luckily, Kevin and I both are alright. No damage done to us, physically. I'm having nightmares constantly now because I saw the tree coming at the car...and there was a branch right at my eye level that should have come through my window and killed me (or done some serious damage to my head). Somehow, God made that branch curve up and over my window...but still...it was terrifying.
Sigh. So, that was the end to my wonderful Christmas weekend. I really hope everyone else had a better overall experience!
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
17 Week Update
Date: December 29, 2010
How far along: 17 weeks and 3 days
Total weight gained: 4 lbs according to WiiFit Balance Board (yes, my scale is epic)
Sleep: Not going so well. I literally have started waking up every two hours on the dot due to my bladder. I pee...and then I'm dying of thirst. This means I drink more water...and have to pee again. I'm wide awake after about 6 hours of sleep/pee breaks.
Best moment of the week: So far...finding out that I get to spend New Year's Eve with Kevin...somehow, he's managed to work the morning of the 31st and the night of the 1st! Yay!
Movement: Well, I'm feeling some flutters, I think. I'm ready for some big movements though!
Food Craving: Oh man. I have been craving steak. Well done steak (I usually like it medium or so). I just want to chew on it and suck all the juices out. Haha.
Food Aversions: The smell of most foods turn my stomach...but specifically the smell of cold pizza and cold Chinese food.
Morning Sickness: None!
Gender: I'll know on the 7th, hopefully...but I'm pretty sure I'm having a boy. Just a strong feeling.
Maternity clothes: Thank you Christmas! I have lots of cute new "teacher clothes" that will actually fit...and I'm kinda looking forward to wearing them even after baby is born!
Symptoms: Just a higher level of irritability. I've been a lot moodier lately. I think it's driving Kevin nuts!
What I miss: Partying with friends. Haha. I know that sounds lame...and I wasn't even old enough to drink. However, I still miss the freedom to drink a glass of wine over dinner or a glass of champagne for New Years. Sigh.
What I'm looking forward to: Feeling big movements! Knowing the gender!
Weekly wisdom: If you are driving on icy roads...your break is your worst enemy.
Milestones: Baby finally started fluttering about!
Approximate size of baby: an onion!
How far along: 17 weeks and 3 days
Total weight gained: 4 lbs according to WiiFit Balance Board (yes, my scale is epic)
Sleep: Not going so well. I literally have started waking up every two hours on the dot due to my bladder. I pee...and then I'm dying of thirst. This means I drink more water...and have to pee again. I'm wide awake after about 6 hours of sleep/pee breaks.
Best moment of the week: So far...finding out that I get to spend New Year's Eve with Kevin...somehow, he's managed to work the morning of the 31st and the night of the 1st! Yay!
Movement: Well, I'm feeling some flutters, I think. I'm ready for some big movements though!
Food Craving: Oh man. I have been craving steak. Well done steak (I usually like it medium or so). I just want to chew on it and suck all the juices out. Haha.
Food Aversions: The smell of most foods turn my stomach...but specifically the smell of cold pizza and cold Chinese food.
Morning Sickness: None!
Gender: I'll know on the 7th, hopefully...but I'm pretty sure I'm having a boy. Just a strong feeling.
Maternity clothes: Thank you Christmas! I have lots of cute new "teacher clothes" that will actually fit...and I'm kinda looking forward to wearing them even after baby is born!
Symptoms: Just a higher level of irritability. I've been a lot moodier lately. I think it's driving Kevin nuts!
What I miss: Partying with friends. Haha. I know that sounds lame...and I wasn't even old enough to drink. However, I still miss the freedom to drink a glass of wine over dinner or a glass of champagne for New Years. Sigh.
What I'm looking forward to: Feeling big movements! Knowing the gender!
Weekly wisdom: If you are driving on icy roads...your break is your worst enemy.
Milestones: Baby finally started fluttering about!
Approximate size of baby: an onion!
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