Where does the time go????

Where does the time go? Owen will be 2 months old next week and it seems just like yesterday I was pregnant. I do miss being pregnant, feeling him move in my tummy, being able to have milkshakes and not feel guilty, and just the joys of being pregnant. Although I loved being pregnant, I will not be pregnant anytime soon!!!! I really want to enjoy Owen and all he has to offer.

Tony has been back to work for two weeks and him not being here makes a huge difference. Taking a shower is a little tricky...I have to make sure Owen is full and not fussy, put him in the bouncy seat, and jump in. I try to be quick but he has been doing great!

My days a numbered at home...I wished I didn't have to work at all. However, it makes it hard not to go back to work b/c I love my job, but I love being at home more. These days you cannot afford to stay home and raise your child unless you have a ton of kids. I think I have 5 more weeks of being home. I have not worked since mid April.

Owen is changing everyday:

• smiles a lot


• makes the craziest noises...Tony says they sound like dinosaurs


• has found his hands and puts them in his mouth


• is getting really chunky

We go to the doctor next Thursday and I hope everything goes OK. The doctor is going to make a decision about his feet. If he is not happy with them, we are going to see a children's orthopedic doctor to help correct his feet. He will also start getting his vaccunations...*cry*

Until next time,

Stephanie

Being a Mommy...

I never knew how much being a Mom would change my life. Owen is going on three weeks old and he is so perfect! He is everything I have ever wanted and then some. I do miss him kicking me in my tummy. However, it is really nice to have him here for me to kiss, cuddle, and hold.

He is growing like a weed! He has gained 1.4 pounds in the past 13 days, grown almost an inch, and doing great! Tony is really liking being a father and being home with him. It is funny how you dont mind getting pooh on your hands, getting a little pee on you at 2:30am, sneezed on, or anything else that comes along with being a parent.

Tony has three more weeks here at home with me and Owen and I am going to miss him once he goes back to work. I am going to HATE going back to work in August and having to put him in daycare. However, I know it's for the best!

I am going to try to post more often and keep up with the pictures. For now, I am going to make dinner while the little bird is asleep.

Hugs,
The Lankford's

38w 3d

It's hard to imagine that I only have 11 more days till Owen arrives. I feel wonderful, waddle like a duck, tummy is huge, boobs are large, hands are a little swollen, and I am fat as a cow. But hey, I am going to be a Mommy!

Today Tony and I are going out for a little shopping, I am going to get my brows waxed, and my friend Karen is going to paint my toe nails. Yippee! If I could reach my feet, I could do it. It is a challenge to even shave my legs, which I did today. I swear, it's like running a marathon to even shave my legs. I get so tired and start to breathe heavy.

His room is ready, I have lots of diapers, his bag is packed, and all is looking good. I still have to pack my bag...I will do that tomorrow. I don't want to cut things close and not be ready when nature calls.

Tonight we are going to my brother-in-laws for dinner and UFC fight. I am sure I will be asleep by 10. It is nice to get out of the house every now and then...I know times will be limited once the little one arrives.

Well, I am off to do a little shopping. I will update tomorrow.

Stephanie

Oh Baby...

The countdown is on...only 12 more days till my little Owen makes his way into the crazy world. Yes, this world is so CRAZY...look at what happened Monday in Virginia. It really scares me to think that these are the things he is going to have to deal with growing up. I hope that he grows up in the loving home like I did, have two parents that support him no matter what he wants to do, show him how to love, be respectful, and all the other things I learned from my parents.

It is hard to believe the 9 months are over with and now it is time for him to come into my life. I am so ready but scared. I think it's normal for a new mom to be scared. I don't doubt that I am going to be a wonderful Mommy...b/c I know I am. Parenting is trial and error. If you make a mistake, change it and don't do it again.

Being on bed rest gives me a lot of time to think and wonder what life is going to be like one he arrives. I am ready for the challenge and look forward to being a MOMMY! Until next time...

Stephanie