Tuesday Truths

1. The truth is... It feels so weird to know that I should be at work but am not. It will be a long maternity leave. I keep looking at the clock and thinking "I should be doing this at the moment."

2. The truth is... It was really nice to sleep in and wake up slowly with Josh this morning. I could totally get used to it. I like the fact that he works nights.

3. The truth is... Josh is actually working a full 40 hours this week. It is awesome, but it is also my first week of maternity leave and I was looking forward to spending a lot of time with just him. I guess it will have to wait.

4. The truth is... I want to go out to breakfast one morning before the baby arrives. Is anyone with me on that?

5. The truth is... I go to the doctor again on Thursday. For some reason I have a HUGE feeling my due date will change. Not much is happening so it is just a hunch.

Thankful

I could not imagine my life without all the great things I have been given. This Thanksgiving things have been placed into a different perspective and I feel extra thankful. Here are just a few of the things I am thankful for.
1. My amazing husband. He has been incredibly patient with my over the past 8 months (or should I say 7 years?). It in amazing and I can't wait to see how he acts when little Victoria arrives. I think he is going to spoil her like crazy.
2. My cute Jack Jack. I couldn't imagine my home without him. It is so depressing when he is away from us. I love him so much (and I didn't think I could love a dog this much.)
3. My sweet baby. I love Victoria and I'm glad that I have been able to get to know her so well over the past 8 months. I am going to miss keeping her all to myself but at the same time I cannot wait to meet her.
4. My house. I know that I have moments to where I don't like it because it is rarely clean but I am glad that I have a house that I can afford and have as my own. I love it and it will always be a work in progress but we all are so I don't care.
5. The gospel. Where would my life be without it? I don't think I need to say more because IT IS AWESOME!
6. Family... especially my parents. They are all so incredibly supportive and amazing!
7. My job. Although I get frustrated and I am always busy with my job, I'm still thankful to have one and to have amazing coworkers who are always on my side.
8. Josh's job. I'm glad that Josh was able to find a job that he loves. It is so great. Although it is only part time, I know that he is willing to do whatever it takes to help our family survive.
9. Good health. Both Josh and I don't have any major health  issues at the moment and the baby is doing good as well. I have no complaints.
10. Living without my paycheck. Since I went back to school in August Josh and I have been able to budget well enough to not use my paycheck. That way we are not dependent on my income and can live off of Josh's for when I start to stay at home. We are incredibly lucky that we have that ability.

Tuesday Truths

1. The truth is... Josh and I barely have discovered Jack Jack's love for stuffed animals.

2. The truth is... We gave Jack Jack an old stuffed penguin. He is so cute with it... especially since it is so close to his size.

3. The truth is... Josh has next week off of school. I'm excited to spend some time with him before the next quarter starts (I know, perfect timing).

4. The truth is... Today was my last official day of teaching. Yep, I wanted to cry... twice.

5. The truth is... I'm excited I made it to my maternity leave. Now the real preparations begin for our sweet Victoria's arrival!

Tuesday Truths

1. The truth is... Jack Jack is so excited for his little sister to arrive. After my shower on Saturday he had to smell everything making sure it was good enough for her.

2. The truth is... Josh only has two weeks (this and next week) of school. Then he starts a new semester after that.

3. The truth is... I'm concerned I will go into labor when Josh is at work or school. I know he will come when I call, but I would feel bad making him leave.

4. The truth is... I'm trying to forget that I have only 5 days left until maternity leave. It's hard when I have people constantly reminding me at school.

5. The truth is... I went to the doctor today and sweet Victoria had hiccups when we heard her heartbeat. It was so funny... and made sense on why she was going crazy at the same time.

Halloween

Halloween this year was a lot of fun for us. Josh and I had so many ideas of what to do for our costume but finally settled on Charlie Brown and the Great Pumpkin. I thought that they turned out really well! I also made Jack Jack a costume. He went as Super Jack Jack. Josh and I went to my sister's Halloween party and then Jack Jack and I went trick-or-treating on Halloween with Wendi and her kids. Here are a few pictures.

I did put some ivy around my legs but took them off for the drive home.

Super Jack Jack! It suits him. I'm glad that he let my put on the cape.

My cute Charlie Brown!

Another of the super puppy.

After trick-or-treating Jack Jack was tired. When we got home he crashed in his bed and would not move. I saved his cape so he could go trick-or-treating next year. He is going to be the superhero that saves me and Josh (the surfers) from the shark (Tori). Well, that is what I want to do. We will see what happens in a year. I can't wait to be able to go out with my sweet baby next year!