Swiss Days

I haven't been to Swiss Days in Midway since I was a kid. Ben just reminded me that it is this weekend and since we are watching the clock and the belly so close it might be a nice distraction for the day. I think we will go check it out later...

I am part Swiss. My mothers side of the family: Schwendiman's are from Niederstocken, Bern, Switzerland. Ben has been to Switzerland a few times skiing in the winter but I haven't ever been. Its on the list for the next time we head that direction for sure.

The Virgo Baby

My friend Trina sent this to me a few months ago. I thought it was interesting....

The Virgo Baby

Right from birth, the Virgo baby is a perfectionist. A daily routine is what keeps the Virgo baby happiest. Although she does not demand much, the Virgo baby can be very fussy about her needs being met. Once the baby has settled into her daily routine, parents should ensure that there is no deviation from it. If her routine is changed in the slightest, they will find themselves with a very disgruntled baby.

The Virgo baby is easy to pacify. Her primary concerns are her room and food. This baby is not the flashy kind. She will be happy with clean clothing and simple food. If her needs are met, she will not demand your attention for hours. The Virgo baby prefers to be alone and is capable of finding her own ways and means of amusing herself. This baby is likely to be highly intelligent. She will probably begin speaking before she is a year old. This baby will be ever ready to help out others. However, she is also shy, so most of her accomplishments will go unnoticed unless you keep an eye out for them. This is a fastidious child -- her eye for detail is beneficial but she needs to learn what's important. She loves cleanliness and tidiness. Her powers of discrimination may make her a choosy eater. She loves to please -- rejection will be very deeply felt. She is curious and interested in many things, always prepared to apply herself fully to the learning process.

Personality key: Analytical, clever, efficient, critical, fastidious, precise, methodical, careful and modest.

Parent power: Baby Virgo's self-confidence will grow in direct proportion to the praise she receives.
The Virgo Child

August 23 - September 22

Symbol: Virgin
Ruling Planet: Mercury
Birthstone: Sapphire
Color: Violet
Compatibility: Taurus, Capricorn

As Children: Virgos are cautious, discreet, and industrious. Little Virgos are self-assured and learn quickly. Virgo kids are sensitive to their surroundings and have a thirst for knowledge, and may worry too much. They are careful with details and view things with a critical eye. The Virgo child is methodical and spends little time speculating on the unknown.

Later in Life: Virgos want facts; in business they work for greater improvements. They're persevering, ingenious, and intelligent, but rarely make changes unaided. Virgos succeed well as trusted executive assistants or political figures. Virgo persons generally rise in life through their own merits.
Famous Virgos: William Howard Taft, 27th US President: Sept. 15; Leonard Bernstein, composer: Aug. 25; Lily Tomlin, entertainer: Sept. 1; Grandma Moses, painter: Sept. 7

Quote: "How are you even walking around"?

Yep. That's what my doctor said to me at my appointment yesterday. Not sure how I was supposed to take that, but I think she is as surprised as I am that I am still Prego.  The funny thing is that I feel really good.  I have been walking on the rail trail every morning and have a lot of energy considering.  I don't know if this is TMI but... I am dilated to a 2, 90% effaced, and apparently my baby has dropped waayy down. Hmmm. I obviously haven't done this before but I think all of those things indicate that the belly will be gone soon & we will be meeting our little baby any day. She also said that she thinks I am going to have a pretty quick labor so as soon as my water breaks or the contractions get consistent I need to be driving down the canyon asap. That was a little unnerving! I have now repacked my bag, made Ben pack a bag, double checked the camera & the video camera, charged the batteries, gotten the car seat out and watched the childbirth video again. I think I'm as ready as I'm ever going to be.....

We may have 2 tickets to Bob Dylan for one of you to enjoy! Stay tuned...

Bob Dylan at Deer Valley.... Maybe that will prompt baby to show up??

Neither Ben or I have ever seen Bob Dylan live so when we found out in June he was coming to Deer Valley I bought tickets asap. I thought maybe it would work out and I would be able to go.... Flash forward two months and lookie still prego. I might be able to go after all! The concert is on Sunday the 31st. If this baby is still content in its current home then we will be going for sure. Between the Police, Donavon and Bob Dylan this kid will have gotten a great mix of musical culture to start is little life....

BELLY

My sweet sister in law Jodie took some shots of my belly and of Ben & I. She did such a great job. Its still pretty surreal to me that I have a baby in my belly! Here are a couple pictures...

Yoga, Boating: Still no baby...

Yep, I'm still pregnant. I even did yoga and Ben took me out on the boat yesterday and still no baby. It felt great to get out of the house and enjoy some sunshine on the water though. We were really mellow but still I thought maybe it might spur something into action, but no.

Now Ben has the cold that I had and he keeps saying, "maybe you should just wait a few more days to have the baby until I feel better" like I have any kind of control at all! I know how he feels though. At this point it looks like I could go full term anyway so who knows! I see my doctor on Wednesday and will keep you posted in the mean time.