I kind of work 3 jobs right now. I work full time at Panera Bread in Augusta as the Catering Coordinator. I also do the photography on the side - weddings, families, seniors, etc. (www.AndreaSimmonsPhotography.com). And lastly, I sell custom made bridal hangers (www.etsy.com/shop/HangersBySimmons?ref=si_shop). Between all of that, church stuff, and trying to spend time with Steve and my family, it's been pretty busy lately. But I do love staying busy! We also celebrated a few birthdays in my family this week. My sister's fiance, Josh, turned 21 this week. Amanda and I spent a few minutes one afternoon covering his pickup truck with silly string, balloons, and window writing!
We also celebrated my youngest sister's 10th birthday. Autumn is the baby of 8 kids, and it's crazy to think that she's almost not a kid anymore! I still remember her being only 11 months old when I left for college at 18. I cried on her first birthday that September because I couldn't be there. My Dad ended up surprising me and flying me home for the weekend, so I could be with her!
(left) Autumn at the Monmouth Fair just before her 1st birthday!
(below) Autumn celebrating being 10!
I'm 15 weeks now! Baby should be about 4 inches long, and weigh about 2.5 ounces! It is busy moving amniotic fluid through its nose and mouth, which is helping its lungs develop. Baby's legs are growing longer than its arms now, and it should be able to move all its joints and limbs. Although the baby's eyes are still fused shut, our little marshmallow is able to sense light in the womb now. Lastly, the baby's taste buds are starting to form this week!
Here's me at 15 weeks:
How far along? 15 Weeks
Maternity clothes? Yes, though I really don't need them yet. But they're more comfortable, and don't put pressure on my abdomen.
Total Weight Gain: I'm down another 1/2 pound this week, making it a total of 10 1/2 pounds lost.
Sleep: No naps this week - not enough time! Sleeping OK at night, still getting up once or twice a night to use the bathroom.
Best moment this week: I've really been enjoying the cooler weather recently and seeing the colorful leafs start to come out!
Miss Anything? Caffeine, and it's starting to get uncomfortable to sleep on my stomach - it feels like there's a balloon in there.
Movement: Nothing official yet, though maybe a few flutters? Not really sure.
Food cravings: Anything salty! And since my heartburn has let up quite a bit, I've been able to eat a lot of the foods that I've been avoiding for a few months now!
Anything making you queasy or sick: Not very often
Any other symptoms? Random pains and cramps, it hurts when I bend down to pick anything up. I feel dizzy every now and then.
Have you started to show yet: Maybe a little, not too much yet!
Gender prediction: Very unsure - maybe a girl?!
Labor Signs: Nope!
Belly Button in or out? In!
Wedding rings on or off? On!
Happy or Moody most of the time: Moody this week - but mostly because I've been stressed out.
Looking forward to: My appointment with the Midwife on Friday. Should be pretty routine - but it's another step closer!
Enjoy the rest of your week!
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