30 weeks

I'm so excited to be 30 weeks along. All I have left are my 30's. I know I'm still 10 weeks away but being in the 30's makes me feel so much closer. Wow, I need to sit down and make a "to do" list of what still needs to be done. Time is ticking...

Hampton is still constantly on the move. I went to the doctor last week for a monthly check up. When the doctor lifted my shirt she could see my belly move as Hampton kicked. It was awesome. Hamp just wanted to say "Hi' and "See you soon". I can already tell he's going to be a sweet little guy just like his dad.

I would like to have maternity pictures taken soon. I've been trying to get some picture ideas from Pinterest but have only found a couple things. Are there any moms out there that have suggestions? I would love to hear ANY ideas. Also, while I'm asking are there any baby products that I must get? I appreciate all your advice :)

How I'm Feeling: Great most of the time. Slowly getting tired towards the end of the day.
Side Effects: Hard to sit for a long period of time. Hampton likes to cuddle under my right rib when I'm sitting down. This is difficult especially when I'm driving.
Craving: Pizza

Big week!

I have to begin by adding a quick comment to my last post. A few weeks ago I showed pictures of Hampton's newly organized closet. You might have noticed that he already has lots of clothes. This is thanks to my best friend Brittany Same. Her son, Liam, will be exactly one year older than Hampton so she passed on all of his outgrown clothes to us. I am so thankful to have a friend like Brittany.

What a big week! The teachers started school this past Monday. It was great to see everyone and get back into a routine. I'm excited for school to start and ready to meet the sweet kids that we have coming to 6th grade this year. The students start this coming Monday and I still have a lot of work to do before the year officially begins.

I also started my third trimester this week. I feel like Hampton is going to be here before I know it. I am nervous for the challenges that this trimester brings especially since I plan to work right up to November 3rd. But I am blessed to have such amazing friends/coworkers to help me out at school. I am also grateful to have Jeff's family here in Birmingham. I don't know what we'd do without them. I also know Hampton is going to enjoy his travels to Virginia to see the Ruley fam. We have so much to look forward.

How I'm feeling: Very good

Side effects of the moment: Heartburn and ligament pains

Craving: Chicken fingers and Sweets (If this is what Hamp craves he's going to eat just like his father)