Hot, hot, hot

The post title pretty sums up this week - HOT. Fortunately, the temps finally dipped back into the 80s today and look like they should stay there this week. Hopefully that makes it a lot more comfortable!

On Friday night, we went to a going away party for one of Kim's coworkers. While it was sad to say goodbye, we had a really good time hanging out with friends and relaxing.

Saturday, we got the news that our crib was in, so we immediately went to pick it up and put it together. The room looks (and FEELS!) a lot different now, which is exciting. Eric has also started a "secret" art project for the other wall in the room, so there will be something made by both of us. Later that night, we also met up with friends for a late dinner.

Today was full of errands, laundry and mowing the lawn. But we felt really productive, so that's good.

Baby weighs 2.25 pounds and is 15 inches long. She can blink her eyes and distinguish light. Her brain is also developing wrinkles/grooves. She is still a huge wiggle worm, and her favorite target seems to be my ribs!

Back to reality

Well, the first week back after vacation is never fun - catching up on everything you missed while you were out and getting used to working 8 hours every day.

On Friday, we went out to dinner to celebrate the end of the week. Then on Saturday, we headed north to a BBQ at a friend's house. It was a great time with good food, lots of laughs and a cornhole tournament. We lost in the second round, but we lost to the overall champs, so I guess that's some consolation! On Sunday, we ran errands and then Eric had a soccer game. They played without any subs, so he was beyond exhausted by the time he got home!

Third trimester! Baby is 2 pounds and 15 inches long. She's sleeping and waking at regular intervals, and she opened her eyes for the first time. Her brain is very active, and while her lungs are still very immature, they'd' be capable of functioning if they had to. (Hopefully she stays cooking for several more weeks though!)

Life at the lake

Although the weather didn't cooperate (incredibly humid, overcast and rainy), we still managed to enjoy our week at the lake. Particularly amusing times included Mom shutting the door in Kim's face as we were leaving the condo (and almost locking her inside) and Eric asking if the local ice cream place took reservations (in fairness, he thought he dialed the restaurant we were going to for dinner). Rather than ramble on about the week, here's a look in pictures.
















Baby weighs about 1.75 pounds this week and is 14 inches long. She's inhaling and exhaling small amounts of amniotic fluid, which is essential for the development of her lungs. She also continues to be a wiggle worm :)