Hey Baby Girl!

Baby Girl Wilson

8.23.07

OK, so I was totally wrong. Wrong about the babe being a boy, wrong about being scared of girls, and wrong about wanting a boy!

When the technician said, "we'll it's very obviously a girl" (I spared the little one by not sharing the x-rated photo)...

it just felt right.

"Hello!"

I couldn't even look at Blaine on my left side because of the tears streaming down my right side as we watched the little 1 pound baby GIRL move around on screen. After a while, he poked my side & gave me a whispered & half-hearted "I told you so".



We were both just so amazed at the details we could see of our little GIRL. We could see the heart valves opening and closing...brain details...her hands moving around (I couldn't even feel it!)...her kidneys...and of course her (cough) nether-regions.

Little Feet

Tomorrow is the big day!

Hola people!

So tomorrow is the big ultrasound-to-find-out-the-sex-of-the-baby day!

Here's my thoughts on boy or girl:

I think it will be a boy. Or do I just hope for a boy? Who knows? I just always imagined myself as a mom to 3 or 4 boys. Maybe it is just to make up for my life full of girls/women. Lord knows I have enough girl drama in my life as it is. Girls are just so much drama - I should know, because I am one! There is always hurt feelings and major overtures. Boys just get mad then move on with life. That's one thing I envy Blaine. We fight and he's totally fine in the morning. I am the one who stews and doesn't sleep all night.

So that's that. I'm scared my daugter will be just like me! But, that pretty much guarantees that God wants me to grow through the experience of being mom to a girl.

Blaine thinks it will be a girl. His reasons for everything are much more simple: he just thinks it.

(see how boys are easier than girls?)

We'll update everyone tomorrow.

New New New

Parker John Evans

Born August 3rd, 2007

8:07 am

6 pounds, 15 ounces

I was SHOCKED when I first glanced at Parker. He looked just like us! I can't tell you exactly which of his features was most "Cheatham", but the overall look was pure Amanda. Normally, I just think all babies are identical. In truth, most of them are. but looking at Parker was like looking into a mirror or something!

Something special I share with him is the dimple in his chin. Neither his mom or dad have it. Just me & him.

When I heard of Amanda's first couple signs of going into labor I drove right up to Fairfield. Good thing, too. I was able to stay with Trevor while Amanda & Brian went to the hospital. I just love hanging out with Trevor. he was in a great mood the whole time, and just wanted to play, play, play. His laugh is so infectious!

This photo is my fav. He has this great smirk on his face, like he's either about to challenge you or he's about to be really funny. Either way, he wants your attention. It's great.

I think Blaine & I will try to go up so he can meet Parker next weekend. Um, Amanda is that OK with you? I just am inviting myself!

Now here is my last Wednesday Belly Picture.

Please ignore the furry hair. We were getting ready for bed & almost forgot about the weekly ritual. I'm not sure if you can tell, but my belly is actually sticking out a bit now! It is impossible to suck in, wear normal clothes, or wear pregnancy clothes. I swear I wear some stretchy PJ shorts and a different color tank top every day. It is all I can manage!

As for movement, I really have no idea if I feel gassy, or bloated, or baby. Everyone uses the term "fluttering" to describe the baby's first motions, but I just feet cramps. They feel just like menstrual cramps. Every day my muscles, tendons, uterus, and other stuff must be stretching and moving, because I can sure feel that!

My mood swing indicator is on: EXCITED this week. I am not worried too much about being a terrible mom and leaving my kid on the hood of the car this week. This is mostly thanks to Trevor and Jodi. I obviously love my neices & nephews. They light up my day & I love to play with them. Trevor helped me to be excited about caring for my own child.

Then, Jodi sent me a little birthday thank-you card with the nicest sentiment on it: she said "I continue to be impressed with your patience and care with Trevor - you are going to be such a great mom!" Even now I am getting a little choked up about how nice that was of her.

So, thank you Jodi, Trevor, and of course Mr. Baby Excitement himself - Blaine. I am growing in confidence with your support.