Getting the collection of books and cartoons going. By the way, we love hand me downs (hint hint)!
I may take these words back in the future, but I'm not sure that I want Odin to watch television or have too much computer time as he grows up. I hate that I am so dependent on technology for entertainment and survival even! It always saddens me to see parents plop an iPad or portable dvd player on their kids lap just to shut them up. At least make it a book or coloring pad! From my personal experience, I notice technology affecting my ability to focus or stay engaged in a project or activity. Imagine what this does for young kids, let alone adults who should have more self discipline. Just walking at night I notice T.V.'s flashing in every room of every house. It really is depressing and I feel that it would be beneficial for my new little family to get back to our roots and cut back on the negative stimulation. I'm sticking to vintage cartoons and old movies for the time being. We will see how that plays out.
Today I had the privilege of witnessing the famous celebrity hair stylists Allen Edwards and Daven Mayeda in action. Daven was cute as a button. He was so real and had great style. Not to mention he cracked me up with his honesty in creating hair styles and making mistakes. I cannot believe the work this guy can do with a couple hair pieces and no styling tools! I learned a great deal today and was inspired to keep moving forward in my career. http://www.davenmayeda.com/
Daven Mayeda
Yes! Finally some chilly weather. I just got home from the hair demo and I am so happy to be cuddled up with the Zoes listening to Earth and the sweet sound of rain. Odin is finally resting now that I am stretched out and laying down. He was REAL mad at me sitting in class all day, poor lil' guy is so squished!
Welp, I started my weekly doc appointments today. Looks like I'm in the final countdown! Doc says everything looks great. Odin is head down, strong heartbeat, and an estimated 5 pounds or so. If I were to go into labor now he would be absolutely fine, but let's cook him a little longer just to be safe. However, I'm not going to lie, I totally wouldn't mind having him now. I am so irritable, uncomfortable, and emotional. I can't talk and breath at the same time I get so out of breath haha. Poor Dusty. Man, now I understand why women go on maternity leave, this is going to be a SUCKY booked month at the salon. Not to mention I booked clients the week of Christmas, like if I had him on schedule I was going to only take 2 weeks off. WHAT WAS I THINKING??? Every time I get a call or a text from a client I just want to cry. I need to remember that I'm blessed to have business, and it's all for the little man. Here I thought I was super woman, turns out I'm a big wimp.
This little thing cheers me up really quick though. She loves when I dump warm laundry fresh from the dryer on the bed, but in this situation I was lagging so she figured out her own way to nuzzle in it.
This song can turn my tears and rage into smiles and joy in no time. My lil' ode to Odi.
Leachco Snoogle Body Pillow
That funny looking, absurdly large pillow was handed down to me from a friend and let me tell you, it was a godsend. Even Dusty and Zoey love it! We can totally all snuggle with it at the same time and be so comfy.
I have to say, almond milk has been my hugest prego craving. I have to have it in everything. I love it in my coffee, granola, oatmeal, smoothies, protein shakes, and obviously just by itself. Almond milk is so great because it has much more calcium than cow's milk and way less calories. It also contains potassium and magnesium which is great help for those terrible leg cramps.
I always used coconut oil as a butter replacement in the kitchen, but now I butter up with it after my bath and it soothes my itchy buddha belly from that terrible tight feeling. Even though I feel like a giant greasy coconut when I hop into bed, I can't go without it. Pure comfort giver.
For some reason this pregnancy, I find myself constantly biting my lips, they get so dry and cracked. Labello makes my lips happy, it is seriously so smooth! I am totally addicted. This chapstick was derived in Germany in the early 1900's and it is so hard to find. The only place I can find that carries it is TipTop Meats in Carlsbad, where I stock up on other yummy goodies as well.
