The past 3-4 weeks I feel like I am getting BIG! I don't remember feeling this big this early in the pregnancy with Kenley, but I really do think it's because it's the 2nd time around. I was starting to try on some of my Spring/Summer clothes (non-maternity) just to see what would still fit, and I was amazed that most things didn't fit! I think I was kind of delusional about what I might still be able to wear once it warms up. Even my flowy tank-tops and shirts were way too tight and too short with this belly poppin out! I did get some cute new maternity stuff to wear, so I'll mostly be sticking with that. Here I am at 24 & 25 weeks!
We are also trying our best to prepare Kenley and keep her involved and excited about her new role as Big Sister. I also visited several of the 2-3 year old pre-schools in our area and signed Kenley up to attend 2 mornings a week staarting in August. It was a strange experience to be the "mom" touring a school for her child. First, it was wierd because I used to work in daycares/pre-schools during high school and college. Also, it was hard not to look at the schools from a teacher's perspective. I visited one school that had 2 cameras in every classroom so that parents could pay a monthly fee to log on and watch at any time! As a parent that might sound great, but I couldn't help but think how much I would hate it if I had a camera on me all the time at my school. But, all in all I am really happy with the choice we made. I think she is going to have so much fun and I know it will be great for her to spend time with other kids her age in a school environment. Plus, it will give me a little time with just the baby, and maybe a chance to nap...(wishful thinking??)
It's been a wierd week with the sadness of the bombing of the Boston Marathon, and all of the crazy rain here in Chicago. I know a ton of people who had flooding at their homes. I know it makes me appreciate the little things even a little bit more, and be greatful for what I have. Hope you all were able to stay dry!
