A post of randomness

Since things are going pretty well with Button and the baby world, maybe I should blog about something not baby related. The only randomness I can come up with is to show off my tattoos. (Yes, Bio, you inspired me to post about them)

I have two tattoos. One on the outside left ankle and one on the inside right ankle. The left ankle one was done as a 23rd birthday present to myself. I loved it when I had it done. But it hasn't seemed to hold up as well as I would have liked. The right ankle one was done when I was 29, for no particular reason. I just wanted another one.

I joke around that my heritage is made up of all the white pasty people of Europe - English, Irish, Scottish, and German. But I guess I've always felt more connected with the Irish parts. Therefore, both of my tattoos are Irish themed.

The first tattoo was picked out of the book that tattoo parlor had. Yeah, I'm not that creative. It's a shamrock with a banner that says "Luck O' The Irish". Of course, you can't read what the stupid thing says. But that's okay. I'll get it fixed one day. I would like to see if I can get all my kids names in the banner instead, if that's possible. And of course, once we are through having kids. Button may or may not be our last. We don't know yet. Anyways, here's a shot of tattoo #1-

The second tattoo was sort of serendipitous. My mom knows I love Irish stuff and bought me an Irish themed beanie baby, probably for St. Patrick's day in 2004. The emblem on the bear's tummy was exactly what I had in mind for my next tattoo. In fact, that's what I said to her when I first saw the bear. "Thanks, Mom. I love it. I think this will be my next tattoo!" Sure enough, I took the bear to the parlor and had it done. The parts that are orange on my tattoo were actually sewn on the bear in gold thread, but I still loved the way it looked. And I think it's held up better than my first one. Granted it's only 5 years old, where my first one is almost 12. Here's #2 -

I had always kind of thought I would get more tattoos. But I know I won't. Part of the reason is DH. He's not big on tattoos and doesn't have any himself. He knew I had these two when we met and is okay with them. But he doesn't like the idea of me getting more. Yes, I know, my body, I can do what I like. But, honestly, I'm okay with not getting anymore. He is well aware of the fact that I will get the shamrock one re-done to put DS's and Button's name in the banner. But I've been telling him that I wanted to do that since before we were married. I think he's going to have a harder time when DS turns 18 though. DS is already planning out future tattoos! But what can I do or say. I have two tattoos and DS's dad has probably 10 or 15. Oh well!

I know I said no baby related stuff in this post, but I have to do the survey! It's been awhile.

How far along: 24 weeks
Total weight gain/loss: 23 lbs (yes, that's gained)
Maternity clothes: Since week 10/11
Stretch marks: Yes, from my first pregnancy and from already being a big girl.
Sleep: I'm sleeping hard, but it's not necessarily good sleep.
Best moment this week: Getting to see Button again. And hearing/seeing/feeling him kick the doppler during the heartbeat check. I don't think he appreciated being woken up by his own heartbeat.
Movement: Everday! (right now, as I'm typing this, as a matter of fact)
Food cravings: I like Mexican food.
Gender: Leaning towards boy.
Labor Signs: Nope
Belly Button in or out: In, but bigger and flatter.
What I miss: I'm not missing too much right now.
What I am looking forward to: Getting started on the nursery!
Weekly Wisdom: For all the diabetic PG women and GD women, don't beat yourself up over the pills or insulin shots. It's what's best for your baby. This is coming from someone who now has to take 3 insulin shots a day and test glucose four times a day. I'm sure my insulin will change for the fourth time before Button gets here.
Milestones: I've reached V Day!! (the viability date)

Update on Button

I had another ultrasound appointment today with Dr. Potter. Button is growing and moving! He's weighing in at 1 lb 10 oz. That's a 10 oz gain in four weeks! His heartbeat is 154, well within the normal range. There is one thing they will be keeping an eye on. Button's right kidney is measuring a bit big. But as long as it doesn't measure above a certain number, we're okay. If it does get above this number (10), then I'll have to go see a pediatric specialist to have his kidney checked out. But Dr. Potter didn't seem too concerned about it, so I won't be either.

I think I may have gotten an accidental look at the goods on Button though. The tech went to take his leg measurements and got a little close, as she was asking me if I knew the sex and if we were finding out. So, I guess we'll see in a few months if what I saw was correct.

Dr. Potter added a new insulin for me to take along with the Lantus I take before bed. I now have to take 10 units of Humulin before breakfast and before dinner, as well as the Lantus before bed. Yay! (and I mean that oh, so sarcastically)

Random stuff

I don't know that I have a whole lot to blog about. But I know it's been awhile. So I figured I post something.

Today marks 23 weeks. I can't believe how fast time is flying. This baby will be here before I know it. And we are not ready yet! We just started picking out colors for the nursery. But there's still a crap load of DS's old stuff that I need to find a place to store. I really need to order that storage shed soon. I want to get to painting!

Button (that's what we are calling Baby for now) has been kicking up a storm. Some days he's more active than others. But I do feel him everyday. He seems to like kicking and moving when I'm ready to go to bed. I guess he's getting me ready for the late nights. Oh, and we've found out that he loves music, especially Santana. Go figure!

My next ultrasound is on Tuesday. I'm curious to see how much he's grown in the last four weeks. He weighed approximately 11 oz at the last appointment. I know he's got to be over a pound now.

This weekend will be my last chance to be a geek for a while. DH got me hooked on Doctor Who a few years back. And every Memorial Day weekend, there is a local convention for Doctor Who and Stargate. So that's what we are doing this weekend. We also go to Dragon*Con on Labor Day weekend. It's one of the largest sci-fi conventions in the country. But, we will not be going this year. I will be very pregnant and I will not feel like traipsing around downtown Atlanta in the August heat! Oh well. There's always next year. Plus, I wouldn't trade this baby for a silly convention!

Hope everyone has a great holiday weekend!

A couple of AW's....

Wednesday, I got my first "when are due" comment from a stranger. It was kind of nice though. Finally, I must look pregnant, not fat!! Bless the cashier at the RaceTrac.

Yesterday, I felt the first outside kick!! It was quite a thump. Now the trick is getting Baby going when Matt is home. He's itching to feel the baby kick. I keep telling him soon. It should be soon though.

Oh, and to throw in a three more AW's while I'm at it. Mom brought Baby's toy box down last weekend. It looks great. I can't wait to stain it to match the crib. Which we picked up from Walmart on Sunday. Yay! And Daddy brought over Baby's bassinet. Daddy built it for Killian 14 years ago. And for the past several years, it's been in his garage. Obviously, Killian hasn't used it in years. Daddy got it out and cleaned it up for Baby to use!

Okay, that should be it for my AW-ing.