What a Week

This past week sure has been out of the ordinary to say the least. For starters, Nate had a business trip and was gone Monday through Thursday. Normally it would not be a big deal, but being 36 weeks pregnant (baby boy is dilated, effaced, and super low already too) with a 3.5 year old and 14 month old, it was crazy busy and nights became a little stressful. Days were normal and smooth, but when dad is gone things just aren't the same. Even though we did all the same things. Thankfully he arrived home safely yesterday and last night was tag team bath night again.

Before Nate left, he told Elyse if she got her "smiles" then he would take her on a "Dada-Daughter" date night. She earned her "smiles" and they spent their night at McDonald's. It was by far her highlight of the week.


Besides Nate arriving home yesterday, my mom came up to help out with the kids today so I could go to my midwife appointment alone. To find out I really could go into labor anytime (really praying for closer to 40 weeks though). Plus, Nate's co-employees at Caterpillar threw us a fun and very thoughtful baby shower. Sadly I forgot to get any pictures but am so thankful for everything. Special thanks to mom too for watching the kiddos again!

Well to top off this crazy week, Nate's parents are arriving today and spending the weekend. Excited to see them and will post pictures later.

Hope you all had an enjoyable week and less chaotic than mine :)