First things first: We went to our 39th week check-up today. I gained yet another 2 lbs. Surprise. Nothing new is going on and no progress is being made. If I make it to my appointment next Tuesday then I'll go have a non-stress test to make sure the baby is still doing well in the slow cooker. If I make it to my 41st week then we'll start talking about induction. That's it for the weekly pregnancy progress report...i.e. no progress to report.
Now a break from our regularly scheduled whining about still being pregnant. Tonight I've decided to do a running commentary on American Idol for your viewing pleasure :)
Ramiele: Seriously, why is this girl still in the competition?? I mean, she really has a beautiful voice, when she hits a recognizable pitch that is, and she's pretty...but ugh. That was rough. This should be her last week. Randy is dead-on.
Jason Castro: Prelude to his performance--I just don't get this guy either...I've been around my share of dreadlocks in Bloomington and they just stink! I used to go to the gas station every morning before law school and get a "Polar Pop". One morning I was in line with my $.63 in hand and almost had to leave the line because something smelled so bad. After a minute I realized that it was the nasty dreadlocks of the guy in front. Oh so bad. For those of you who watch South Park, I hate hippies. Anyway, as for his performance...same as every week. I don't get it. I always watch him and think, whatever, and then he gets good reviews from the judges. Randy--he doesn't have the voice to do a "vocal performance." Paula--stop being so damn nice, this is the Top 10 now. Agree with Simon...time to fight it out with Ramiele to see who goes home next...
Sayesha: Wow, how does she do the baby crying sound? I should have recorded it and played it over and over...maybe it would entice baby Izzy out to claim her spot. I like this girl...she has a great voice. I don't feel like she's picked a song that really suited her yet and tonight was no exception. Still, you have to appreciate her voice...and her afro-poof, which as Sylvia can attest to, I love!
Commercial Break: Did everyone hear that Carly may be pregnant? I hope she is now that every news channel in America was commenting on how she looked like she had "picked up weight in her face." People, come on!! That's all you've got? Seriously, I heard an entire dialogue this morning to the effect of, "people typically lose weight during American Idol but she looks like she's put on weight." That's it. Unequivocal evidence that she's pregnant. She might as well have had a pink line across her forehead.
Chikezie: I like him. Doesn't he just seem like a guy you want to hang out with? And how cute are his parents?!? Just like always, he has a great voice but this wasn't my favorite performance of his. Just boring. Not my favorite but it should definitely keep him well in front of Ramiele and Jason "smelly" Castro. Paula loves everyone tonight...she's been on her happy pills...
Brooke White: Ugh. The female version of Jason Castro. Hippy. I shouldn't even comment on her because I've likely got nothing good to say. How about when you start in the wrong key? While you're playing the piano...wow...time to go home. Buh bye. Are the judges really going to ignore, or even applaud, the fact that she started wrong and had to start over?!?!
Commercial Break: Have I mentioned how much we love getting comments?? Well we do! It's so much fun to see that people actually read our blog and then comment on it! So keep on with the comments, it makes us happy :)
Michael Johns: Ooh! Queen! I like it! Usually I think that he is a little too contrived, but I like this! Reminds me of when he sang Bohemian Rapsody during his auditions. A Queen medley? I still like it!
Carly Smithson: OMG! Her mom looks just like Xena: Warrior Princess! I knew there was a reason I liked this girl! I like this song too...I just like her...chubby cheeks or not, I think she's going to be a star! I don't even care what the judges say :)
David Archuleta: Um, what is this song? I don't even know what to say. Is it just me or does this sound just like something you would hear coming out of speakers hidden in landscaping at Disney? Wow! Simon just read my mind! Or I read his...that's kind of scary...
Kristy Lee Cook: Ugh, I'm beginning to think this blog wasn't such a good idea. I think Kristy has an absolutely beautiful voice, but God Bless the USA? Really? Oh honey. Oh well. And this is just another reason that I'm not a judge on American Idol. I'm too dense...I just didn't get it...but she has a beautiful voice.
David Cook: My favorite :) I'm interested in seeing where this so-called Billie Jean goes...wow, this boy's got some lungs on him, doesn't he? I'd never think this would work, but he worked it!
I hope you found this "recess" from pregnancy talk as pleasant as I did...now everyone cross everything you have for a baby soon! :) We're having lunch with mom and her kids at the Government Center tomorrow...sure would be convenient if she was already down here...
Nighty night!
Hey, Leslie! Just wanted to let you know that I've spent the last half hour or so catching up on your blog. I'm SO excited for you (and envious)! Makes me anxious to have one of my own. Crossing my fingers that she will make her appearance soon!
Heather aka "Fluffhead"
Fluffhead! Thanks for the comment, it's good to hear from you! :) Fingers crossed!
Hoping that you are able to keep up the blog after Isabella arrives. We are enjoying it so much. However, we miss the pictures. If you have time, please post some more pictures.
We are ready to come at a moment' s notice. Be sure and tell Izzy that for us!
Steve just gave me my anniversary card. I need to get his out of my dresser drawer.
We hope to ride the Wing today and be back in M'boro for dinner at 6:00 PM at a restaurant which is a surpise for me. However, with great anticipation,we will have the cell with us at all times awaiting the exciting call that Izzy is on her way.
Please let us know the hospital, address, and phone. We are checking hotel rates and want to be close to both your house and the hospital.
Well, I have turned comments into a letter.
Love, Mom
Hang in there--anyone who says they love every moment of pregnancy is either lying or completely crazy. By the end of 9 months, the anticipation and strange mix of emotions is difficult to make sense of. Hope your last week of work goes well and you can focus on rest and trying to coax this baby girl into the world. Let us know if you need anything...
Les - Thoroughly enjoyed the American Idol commentary, we agree with your perspective! As for little miss Isabella, I for one selfishly hope she waits until the weekend so I can come see you! But for your sake, I hope she comes sooner! Just take it one day at a time. We love you! -Bec