Caleb talking to his baby brother

Last night all on his own, Caleb started talking to his baby brother in my belly. He wanted to let him know about how he had been using the potty lately. Then he asked if baby brother was growing in Mommy's belly. And then asked if he goes to the doctor. I interpreted Baby C's responses for him and it was a nice little conversation.

Caleb has been going through some adjustments as Carey has gotten a new job and so now it's just Caleb and I getting up in the morning and starting our day together. As he does, he's been acting out a bit more this week now that the newness has worn off. But, hopefully we are almost through the adjustment and will soon return to a bit more "normalness".

Of course it is almost Caleb's birthday and holiday time so things are not totally normal anyways with Christmas trees, Christmas tv specials and lots of little new excitements.

Baby C is growing well, I'm starting to show more consistently and so I've had more questions if I am indeed expecting. I get pretty regular kicking but it's still not in a spot that can really be felt on the outside. Thankfully the little guy seems to be more active in the daytime and the evening after dinner. For now, bedtime has been rest time for both of us.

I can't decide if I have a new craving for Rice Krispies cereal. Unlike the spring rolls, it's easy to have on hand so when I feel like it would be good, I can just go to the kitchen and make a bowl. They really hit the spot as a bedtime snack for me. Nice and mild before going to sleep. Perhaps if we ran out one night, then I'd feel the crazed pregnant lady need to have them and have to send Carey out to the store. For now I just keep stocking up on them and milk so that hasn't happened yet.

Hope everyone is doing well and having a great week. Talk to you soon.

CC

Re-decorated again

I didn't really like the new look I had picked out for the blog or the new ticker. Sorry Caleb! I switched out the turtle for a little blue bear. I think we are going to put a Pooh theme in Baby C's nursery so the bear and the new colors seemed more like what we'll be going with.

I think the Baby had the hiccups the other day from the movement I was feeling. I have found that drinking juice really does get the little guy moving. Also, in the evenings after dinnertime he seems to get active. I figure it's because he hears his big brother Caleb.

Caleb has been so much fun this year during this holiday time. He really enjoys watching all of our Charlie Brown specials that Carey and I have watched for years. Snoopy's antics get big laughs. Looking forward to having two little guys to enjoy these traditions with us and making new ones.

Hope everyone is going to have a wonderful Thanksgiving. I'm looking forward to the Macy's Day Parade as always and have a light load of just some pumpkin pie baking thanks to brother and sister in law doing most of the cooking!!! They are so nice!

Take care and talk to you soon.

Getting used to a boy

Everyone is getting used to the idea of a baby boy coming to live with us. Caleb has really taken to the idea well. His one main concern was that Baby C couldn't have his Cars blankie. But we agreed that we'll get Baby C his own blankie.

Now we can get decorating!!! This weekend will probably be filled with purging of little girl items that had been saved for "in case" and getting geared up for a new nursery. We have saved Caleb's clothes along the way so we'll be able to unpack the smallest ones as soon as we have a dresser. Lots to do, lots to do.

For now, I am trying hard to keep the name of Baby C a secret. It's our one last little surprise. We'll see if it works out though because Carey can't stop spilling the beans!

Hope everyone is well. Take care and talk to you soon.

CC

Baby C is a boy!!!

The Cannon family will have two sons. Caleb will welcome a baby brother to the family this spring!

3 Days until the ultrasound!!!

Man, this waiting seems never ending! But two full workdays and one partial and then we get to go to the doctor again. How ordinary and regular the ones will be ever this one. At least until we get closer to the big day in March.

Caleb has become fascinated with the future nursery room. At first he was calling it "Mommy's Room" but now he knows that it's the baby's room. He seems to have gotten better about having a baby to come live with us. Although not sure if he's more interested in playing with the baby toys which of course were his before. He does like to climb up into the crib but has not regressed about wanting to sleep in his big boy bed. Just don't want him breaking the crib though by climbing in and jumping around in it as he likes to do. He also really enjoys getting into the closet and sitting on the soft crib bedding that I had put in there to store. Looks like it might be good to ensure that there is a spot for him to come and hang out in Baby C's room.

Well, I suppose I will just have to get to work and keep myself busy if there's any hope of making the time pass by for us. Expect a new look here come Wednesday evening as I will "redecorate" starting here first.

Take care and have a good few days.

CC

Braxton Hicks already?

I just went and did some reading on Babycenter.com and I got some eye opening information. What I've been thinking is the baby pushing out on my belly might actually be the tightening up feeling of Braxton Hicks contractions. It's something I will definitely ask my doctor about next week at our appointment. Today I am really getting some aches and pains with this, a sore back and all day I've been feeling warmer while inside working.

I may take a short, slow stroll outside and see if this eases up. In hindsight, maybe all the time I thought Caleb was up in my ribs a lot the first time was actually the tight feeling of these practice contractions. Go figure!

Again, will confirm this next week or with a phone call sooner if they really become bothersome.

Will post more later!

CC

One week to the ultrasound!

Finally the ultrasound is one week away. Still awhile to wait but at least it's getting closer. I've been thinking good thoughts that Baby C will sit right and we'll get a definite answer! I can't wait any longer to know! I've thoughts about the nursery colors and decorations so as soon as we know, I will probably get Carey painting walls and making changes.

Baby C has been energetic again since last evening and today. Really pushing and nudging against my belly. Where are the little baby flutters and delicate kicks? Makes me feel worn out and wish I could go home and just hang out and rest.

We've had some late in the game votes and now the girl votes are in the lead....still a week to cast your vote if you haven't!

Hope everyone is doing well. Take care.

CC