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Cake & Boobs



Because then I would have an explanation for gaining 10 lbs.
Well, I mean, the baby helps.

The college years . . . 


When I got married . . .


BAM this is what marriage does.
If only I could convey this to my new sister-in-law . . .
Be ready.
(you'll never be. the scale will amaze you every time)


So, just for the sake of documentation purposes. From weeks 28 - 31 
I gained 10 lbs. There - it's out. I said it.

8 more weeks and I might be breakin floors.

Mr Smith has definitely taken on the selfless role during this pregnancy, because he has a choice to be selfless. He listens to me whine or hugs me when I go from perfectly normal to tears in 2 seconds. He makes sure my water bottle is filled, takes on the dishes & laundry. He makes sure I have enough covers at night (even though I steal his & then kick them all off) He cooks me what he can and encourages me to do all things that make me happy, including eating. 

But he did mention that some of that 10 lbs went to my butt.
Thanks, dear.

side note: on vacation we ate out which we never do and I stuffed my face with free food at the hotel every morning. turns out, that catches up with you fast. but it's ok. I feel ok. Minus the indigestion, haha. Spring / summer is almost here. So that means fresh fruit & veggies that I love. And I will nurse mostly for the baby & me. Ok Ok. And I'll actually want to go walk / run outside again. Mr Smith said he'll help me lose it. 
See, what a sweetheart. 

32 weeks: Baby weighs as much as a jicama - (WTHeck?)

Your baby is taking up more and more space in your uterus and weighs as much as a large jicama -- about 3 3/4 pounds. (Length: about 16 3/4 inches, head to heel.)


and for you faithful blog readers...
The name for this week is Alexis.
derived from Greek αλεξω (alexo) "to defend, to help"
If you don't like it, don't share your opinion. 
I just need a middle name to go with it. 
You can share your opinion there.

Comments

  1. I love Alexis.
    Middle names:
    Roan
    Hazel
    Claire

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    1. I love Claire! I just need to convince Mr Smith of this one too.

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  2. I love the name Alexis and think Faith sounds good with it. I think that Faith is a quality that both you and Eric share and will give to this little girl.

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  3. Also, I am pretty sure the 10 pounds did go to your boobs. Dang girl, pictures don't lie.

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  4. Lexi is a cute nick name for Alexis... well, if you are into nicknames:)!

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    1. Yes, I love Lexi! We just need to convince Mr Smith

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