surreal....

Technology these days is absolutely amazing! I guess I already know this, but with so much technology in my day-to-day life I forget how much we can actually do that our parents didn't even think about... like the ultrasound.

Not only can they show you the baby growing inside you (its own phenomenom in itself) but can show you the heart, the lungs, the brain, the kidneys, everything! All I thought i would see going in was a profile with some fingers and toes.

We chose not to get the 4-d, a little bit TOO weird for me. I'd like to wait and be surprised at what my baby looks like... and plus they're kind of freaky.

3 1/2 months to go and so far our baby is healthy and having a ball :) for the last week i get woken up like clockwork in the middle of the night, with some rolling around and punching or whatever is going on in there... and don't worry, i wake ryan up every time. Just getting him used to some sleeping interruptions...

5 months!

5 months have gone by quickly! which makes me a little nervous about how fast the next 4 are going to go... not only do holidays always fly by but with something to anticipate like a baby, this winter is going to go so fast! And I love winter... please take your time!!!

On a side note, we've received the crib! It's still in the box taking up quite a bit of space in the dining room, but it's one more thing to check off! So once that comes out of the box a picture will be up asap :)

But anyway, this is me at 5 months. i'm growing in one direction only, which is a good thing i guess.... it's so interesting to see how different people grow. it will be even more interesting to see how much bigger i get.. ah scary!

Green

Pieces are coming together and at a bargain too! lovin' it!!

If you know me and my style you know I don't like cheap junk... i'm not sure if anyone would admit they actually like cheap stuff (and i'm not talking bargain) or junk, but I hate it. I can't always afford everything I want, but I've learned to find a way if my will is strong enough!

So obviously, I'd love a brand new, beautiful dresser to accompany the crib and bassinet and other pieces we've gotten new... but for some reason the dresser has consumed me for the last few weeks. I didn't want to pay a stupid amount for a new dresser and I also wanted something a little unique for our child to use in all the rooms they move into and maybe even when they move out... (yes i think to the future)

I first started looking at antique stores and came to nothing to my liking and finally found a craigslist piece that was under 100 bucks and adorable, completely fitting our style! It is not enormous and it's not perfect, but I love it! I'm happy with my find :)

Now, I don't normally do this but if you feel like you have an opinion that could help then go ahead and answer my question...

Our room is neutral, with beige/lt. brown and white stripe walls; a medium dark traditional crib; cream, white, green bedding; beige rug; white chair. (I do have some unique/fun pieces and ideas, it won't be boring and blah i promise) So I decided to move my desk into the nursery so i can also do my stuff with the baby (thats not where i need your opinion) as well as passing the desk on if they want it for school...

the problem that i find is the colors of the desk and the dresser. they are both nice colors but don't want too many shades of green if they don't work. I hear all the time that i can decorate with many shades of the same color and I just want some opinions if you care to give. I can't put it all together yet bc ryan is still in the room... so it's all just a vision....

Nursery Design

I'm just itching to kick Ryan out of his music room... but then I realize there won't be anything occupying this room for another 4 months and he actually makes money in this room... So the next best thing is to design it on paper. oh well, i'll be patient for a while longer.

Luckily I've picked out most items- rug, drapes, desk (for me not the baby) & crib and chair, which are on their way to my door as we speak! Bedding is making me absolutely crazy so I won't even go into that... So with just a dresser and and shelving to find, besides little cosmetic touches, the room is pretty much planned!

One of the many reasons I love pottery barn is it's very interactive website. So I've been able to create a design that fits to my room perfectly, with real dimensions and pieces and all. so much fun!

Now i just need Nate Hendricks over here to paint my walls and Ryan to move out! haha... oh and a baby.