Tuesday, August 11, 2009

More Than Just the Top Gun Love Theme Song

"Take My Breath Aaaaaaway." Brings back great memories doesn't it? Ahhh Goose, Iceman, and Tom Cruise in aviators. But that's not what this post is about.

Up until now, there have been certain things that have left me breathless. The list varies from person to person but mine included things such as:

  • A slow, vibrant sunset
  • A baby's belly laugh
  • A good, long, kiss from my husband
It wasn't until recently that my list changed. A lot of things have been added, things you wouldn't expect. As my belly swells and my lung capacity lessens, my list now includes:

  • Walking up the stairs
  • Folding socks
  • Unloading the dishwasher
  • Making a sandwich
Etcetera, etcetera. Seriously, I attempt domesticness and then I have to sit down and rest. Who knew that pouring a bowl of cereal could be exhausting?!

Dude, I can't breathe any more. 38.5 weeks and we are in the home stretch. This weekend we head out of state for my little brother's wedding. (Shh, I haven't told my doctors.) The hope is that the baby stays put until we get back. But whether it's in our home town hospital or on the side of the interstate, I guarantee you that meeting this baby will take my breath away.

13 comments:

Beth@playinwiththepaulsens! said...

you crack me up!!!!

stay put little one!

melanie said...

that is the sweetest post.. can't wait to see that baby all tucked in her moby.. sucking her thumb...

wait.. "her?"

we will see so soon!! have lots of fun at the wedding!!!

Lizzie M. said...

So excited for you...can't wait to hear the news when the baby arrives!!

My sister and I were just singing "Danger Zone" the other day.....

gretchen from lifenut said...

Yes it will! I can't wait to meet your new little one, but I hope he/she stays put and isn't born until you are home.

our little acorns said...

Hilarious. And right there with you, sister! Am contemplating driving an hour and a half this weekend to do some shopping at Ikea...not sure it's a good idea, but it's tempting, no?

Nicole said...

I WANT ONE!!!!!!

cant wait till SHE gets here, cant wait to see HER precious little self!!!

bet Jack can't wait till his primay ceeyo pourer is back in the saddle :)

Elizabeth said...

I am so excited for you! I went in to labor at a wedding once! best wishes ... can't wait to hear her name! Best of luck to you all!

Truth said...

Hope the wedding comes off perfectly, baby gives you some breathing space, and then makes his/her arrival.

Makes sure someone gets lots of pics!

Michelle Gautreaux said...

awww! she'll definitely do that it will all be worth.

Anonymous said...

"Shh, I haven't told my doctors". Rebel.

Safe travels. Congratulations to your brother.

ann said...

I love it. I can't wait!

trash said...

Does this mean in the baby's first picture s/he will be sporting Aviators?????

Hope the wedding is fun.

Amy @ Amy's FMQ Adventures said...

Heehee! I can relate! At 29 weeks, I would add getting laundry out of the washer- which requires a difficult sideways approach as does going belly up to the sink.