I'm back!

I know I have been absence from my blog for awhile now. It has been crazy around here the last couple of weeks. (No, No... no baby yet) Well, Darian was out of town last week for work so I was at my parents. And this week is recital/showcase for the dance schools I teach at. And yes again, this year I am in charge of organizing all the volunteers. (It is so hard to get people to volunteer their time.)

Anyways, we are all doing well here. We just did our prenatal class this past weekend. I found some of the things we learned kind of repetitive, since we are also having a doula. So our doula had already gave us most of the information. Also, at the each class the instructor had us do a mock-labour. So we had to pretend we were in labour and tried to remember the position and breathing technique she taught us that day. I felt kind of silly doing it. Also, this is why we are paying a doula, so that we don't have to remember stuff like that. We have someone to tell us what to do and try.

We also have pre-registered at the Grand River Hospital. At the pre-registation, I though we were been given a chance to also have a tour of the hospital. But I wrong. All we did for an hour was answer questions. Some of them I thought was kind of silly. (Ex. "Do you wear your sit belt?")

The weather is getting warmer here. So, it has been nice to go out for walks when I am not working. As a result, my feet has become swollen. I no long can see my ankle bone. I am also finding that I am going to the bathroom a lot more.

Today BB and I had our doctor's visit, all is well, we are now down to 1 visit per week. We are close to the end. 5 weeks and counting.

Great Weekend in Ottawa

Even though the weather was not that great (it was quite cold, especially on Sunday), we had a amazing time in Ottawa. The drive up wasn't bad at all. We made it in 5hrs, that include just 2 restroom stops.

We got to meet the newest addition to the Butt family. Spencer. What a cute boy! We also got to see how much Jocelyn has grown. Wow, her vocabulary was amazing. We were able to understand pretty much everything she said. The last time we saw her,(about 9 months ago at our wedding) we had a hard time understanding everything she said.

We also visit the Tulip Festival.

Spencer:


Jocelyn: (First time on the Merry-Go-Round)


Me and BB at the Tulip Festival


Beautiful Tulip

Quick Update

It has been a very busy week for me. Where did the time go? Can't believe that it was a week ago that I last blog.

All is doing well here.

We had a good Mother's Day. We took my mom out for dinner.

This weekend we will be going to Ottawa to visit Sheldon and his family. Can't wait to meet our nephew for the first time, and to see how Jocelyn has grown.

Only 54 days left until D-day.

Update: Butt Family

So while BB and I were attending our baby shower. PaPa was in Ireland. It was our friends Aine and Craig wedding. We're glad he is home now. We had missed him every much.

Here are some pictures from his trip.

The beautiful bride and her mom.


Wedding Guests


Other friends from Canada


The Church


The Guys (Darian - 2nd row, 2nd from the left)


The Happy Couple (At the reception)


Darian and the bride


A drive around the country side (They saw lots and lots of sheep)


On this way home (Darian had to take a 5 hours bus ride from Galway back to Dublin Airport)


In other news, I had another OB visit yesterday. All is well with BB and I. The doctor told me that BB's head is current at my ribs. He said not to worry, there is still plenty of time for BB to turn.

Belly Bee Sure Got Spoiled

I can't believe how generous our friends and families have been to us. Belly Bee is already getting spoiled. Once again, let me say THANK YOU!

All of BB's presents



Here are some messages from friends and families who attended the shower.

"#1 Rule - Before you do anything else, Get your shower in first thing, it will be the one thing that will keep you feeling human for the rest of the day!" Christine

"Sleep when baby sleeps" Kenya

"Teamwork makes everything go smoother + remember to make time for yourself" Stacey

"Take this time to learn & enjoy what to expect as a new mom - the pregnancy will be over before you know it!" Laura

"Audrey and Darian, Congratulations! My advice is to pack your bag now! Buy any last min. items and to take time to enjoy the moment. Soon it won't be just you two! Call anytime if you need us!" Angela

" Don't get mad if they pee in the car. Make sure you take him/her for a regular walk." Georene

"Be a good mother. Take naps whenever baby's asleep. Do not carry baby all the time." Love, Mom

"Kiss the baby everyday and take millions of pictures!" (This person didn't sign they name, but I think it is Nancy.)

"Get lots of sleep before baby arrives" Sue

"Audrey + Darian, No matter what challenges you go thru, remember it will get better with time. And then you will have a new challenge! Enjoy each stage." Allison

"Be patient, enjoy every moment and share all the love you have." Alissa

(If you didn't get to write a message and would like to contribute, please sent me an email and I will add it to the blog.)

Baby Shower

BB and I definitely have great friends and family. Today we had an amazing time at our shower. We would like to thank everyone who made it and also those who didn't and still thought of us. We would also like to say a special thanks to Angela. She planned all the games. And lastly a very big THANK YOU to BB's grandma, my mom for throwing me this wonderful shower.

Here are some pictures.

One of many party games - guess what's in the bag?


Stacey and Christine


Conversation with friends


Allison and I


A room full of moms or mom-to-be


Trying to figure out what's in the bag (We couldn't touch the bag)


Unveiling what's in the bag


Nancy and Nathan (1 of the only 2 guys invited to the shower)


Kenya and Linden (The other guy invited to the shower)


BB's gift (He/She is definitely spoiled already)


Opening some gifts


Hailey helping to open up some gifts


Group shot (Some people are missing - next time I have a party we must start with a group photo, not end with one)


Sarah - our amazing waitress


BB's Grandmother and I


Angela and I


I will post a picture of all of BB's gifts when I get home.

It has been awhile

I just notice that it has been a little while since the last time Darian or I posted. Nothing much has change. BB, Darian and I are doing well. Last weekend we visited many of our friends in Toronto. Let me say that I almost didn't make it all the way without having to make a stop at the restroom. But I did.

This weekend, BB and I are spending time with the future grand-parents and future uncle (my family). I hope it is a relaxing weekend. You never know what can happen when we spend time here.

You might have notice that I didn't say BB's Dad's Name too. Well, Darian is in Ireland this weekend. Our friends Aine and Craig are getting married. BB and I wish we could have gone along. However with only 10 more weeks to go, I didn't think doing a 8 to 9 hours flight across the Atlantic Ocean would be very fun. Plus, I only have 7 more weeks of work left and taking time off seems wrong.

Anyways, I hope to have pictures up soon again.

Mom Status at last OB visit (last Monday):
Blood pressure: Normal
Blood Count: Normal
Leg Cramps: 2 since the beginning of pregnancy.

BB Status:
Age: 30 weeks and 2 days (as of today)
Heart rate: 144
Other: Last ultrasound everything looks normal