Another One

Here it is, about a month later, a new post. It's weird that it works out like this. I think to myself, 'ok, in a couple of days, I'll write a new post.' A few days past, and I am still trying to figure out what I will write about! Seriously, my life must be dull! Not that I'm complaining, or anything. I personally don't think it is, just not much to write about.

Until now!....Yes, that little thought deep down that came to your mind as soon as you read those words is correct......I'm pregnant!

9 1/2 weeks along. This means the estimated time of arrival for the newest member of our little family is May 20, 2011! Is that date perfect, or what?! Maybe it's just me, but I'm big on dates. I like even numbers, pretty sounding months, etc... I know that Sahara was born on an odd number, but since it's the first of July, I find it to be perfect. And, maybe because it's just her birthday that makes me love that day.

Since finding out, I have thought a lot about what it will be like with another living here. And, I have come to the conclusion that I think it's going to be a lot of work! Good work, but still a lot of it! Sahara has become a small monkey, running, climbing, and getting into everything she shouldn't. She has also become baby-obsessed! And, that is an understatement! Everywhere we go, she points out the babies. She points them out on any tv show, in books, magazines, ads, anywhere. I don't blame her, I was the exact same way. When my younger sister was born, (we are about 2 years apart), I would sneak into the bedroom and scoop her up from her cradle and carry her out to the living room. Picture a small baby carrying a tiny baby... not something my mother thinks of fondly. It's basically a miracle my little sister is alive and well today! So, knowing that this is what I was like doesn't make me feel all that comforted thinking about Sahara trying to take care of this new baby.

Another thing I have been thinking, we love our house, but it is a tad bit small. The babies are just going to have to share a room, which means when one cries, pretty sure the other one will be waking up. Not too crazy about that idea. I have begun to actually really enjoy sleep, and am not keen on the idea of giving it up again. But, such is life. And, because I mostly love this new baby already, I don't think it's that big of a sacrifice. I say this now... :)

When I was pregnant with Sahara, I was extremely ill. Ill meaning puking 5 times a day, or whenever something made it into my mouth. This one, I haven't thrown up once! I still feel nauseous most the time, but everything has stayed down. This has me thinking it's a boy. I'm 99.9% sure. My mom was only sick with us girls and with my brother, totally fine. I have mimicked her from start to finish on mostly everything, why change now? I wonder how he will like sharing a room that is completely pink and white and polka dots? Totally not redoing her room, I am sick of painting!

I have to say that a second pregnancy is far different from the first one! You no longer get a nap when you need one, sleep is continually interrupted since the first baby is now teething, and even when you feel like crap and sick, you still chase and play. It's also different in that way that the love comes quicker. I know this sounds horrible, and maybe it's just me, but I didn't love Sahara as soon as I saw the 2 pink lines. I loved her instantly when I laid eyes on her. This baby I love already. Maybe it's because I know what comes out of this nine month wait. Yeah, that's it. I can't wait to see if this baby looks similar to Sahara, I hope he does. I love it when all the siblings look alike. And, I can't wait to see Sahara see her baby for the first time. My heart melts thinking about it. So bring on May 20th, or whatever day is going to be the big day! I can't wait!