MATERNITY LEAVE: Day 1 (and it's only 10:30 AM)

My last day of work was pretty surreal as mentioned + today is turning out even stranger. It's hard to believe that I will not be at worked (and yet paid) until mid-Octoberish...it's like I am a temporary stay-at-home mom or something. Jason says I should start a routine or something but I know that's not tangible since chaos is just around the corner once the lady appears + we have to teach her the difference between night + day, feedings, etc.

So, today I woke up at 9:00 AM. I think this is the first time I woke up this late in a couple of years. I did some chores around the house that didn't get done on Saturday since I was having one of those 'pregnant days' (namely, my part of the bathroom, the kitchen floor, and the dishes). Now, I am sitting in the dining room about to tackle some crafts.

I was thinking later, if energy allows, of baking some cookies. NO, not for us (but I'll save us a 1/2 dozen, probably), since we don't normally eat junk food....more because I like to bake and haven't had time since after work (since being pregnant) I would just eat a light dinner + crash into bed. Also, a mani/pedi is definitely in line! I hate that you can't get too committed to anything you plan since energy may not suffice or else...well, labor may take its place +, of course, parenthood after that.


Tomorrow we have our 38th week appointment. No new developments that I am aware of; however, they may check my dilation. Otherwise, I have developed some stretching sensations that are similar to the stretching of my uterus in the first trimester (lower left hand groin area - TMI), back cramps that are similar to menstrual cramps (I hear are in preparation for labor), + Braxton Hicks contractions are definitely more notable these days (unfortunately not consistent enough in intervals or increasing pain to monitor and go to L+D for). After our appointment, Jason is going to take me to the Upper Breast Side - it's a boutique for breastfeeding women that specializes in nursing bras + tanks. Should be fun + a nice way to spoil myself....if you can't look good then you won't feel good as a mother, right? And I think there are a couple of cute kids stores in the area as well.

Anyway, hopefully the weather stays nice + when Jason gets off work I can have dinner ready for him and we can take the puppy to the park or something (oh, how domesticated I sound already)...

Must.
Go.
Outside.

Must.
Feel.
Like.
Human.
Being.....