Forgetfulness Yes it has hit an all-time high. I wasn't aware that I opened up a checking accout in the beginning of December. When I started getting threats from Etrade that I need to put money in, my first reaction was "God these banks are desperate!" Dates just fly by and I have no concept of what happened when. 2 days ago seem just the same as 3 weeks ago. There HAS to be some kind of scientific research on this.
Irritability and HORMONES Hormones in capitals, yes. Goodness, my tolerance for BS is now less than an inch long. One small misstep and I really can't hold back my bark. On my long list of things that irritate me:
1) Not doing as I say. (Boy do I sound like a bitch)
2) People who think pregnancy doesn't hinder anything. i.e. when friends/patients/men who have never been pregnant ask "aren't you still running?" "aren't you still working out?" "let's go snowshoeing/icestaking/hiking/
3) People who are on Organic binges and self-righteous pedestals (most Oregonians) who judge me for eating non-organic food. "You eat WHAT? Don't you care about your baby? Don't you care about her wellbeing?" In reply to them, yes bitches I do. Which is why I have more money in my bank account than you do. Let's see who can afford a better education AND the mortgage eh?
4) Feeling constipated and bloated, with heartburn. (And shut your yaps Organic-eating freaks, eating quinoa does NOT help with this)
5) Sarah Palin
6) Justin Bieber
7) Paramore
8) Why my DVR has not recorded a whole months' worth of Suze Orman
9) Whenever something falls on the ground and needs to be picked up. I simply cannot bend over anymore.
Nesting Yes it truly does exist and it ramps up during these last few weeks. I have been so incredibly anal-retentive about cleanliness than I ever have been. Closets need to be organized and alphabetized, counters need to be reflective, toilets need to be prestine and shiny, desks have to be clutter and dust-free, old stuff needs to be thrown away. (This is also your honey-do list, Scott : P)
The other side of hormones OK I know 100% of you don't want to hear about this, but your dad has been looking VERY attractive these days. Also, increased blood flow from pregnancy is a VERY VERY good thing. Just saying.
Dolly Parton-sized boobs, glowing skin, and thick shiny hair From the ribcage up, I look freakin' hot.
Crying, for all sorts of reasons All of these hormones and excitement for your arrival has left me in a blubbering mess when it comes to emotions. I can list the numerous commercials and shows I've watched that has left me reaching for Kleenex, but they are so numerous ("Despicable Me", "Hell's Kitchen", Pink's music videos to name a few) you might as well just name any type of media and I most likely have cried to it.
Biggest thing of all .... I am so extremely excited to meet you and hug you in my arms. I can't wait to see your little face and your little tiny hands and toes. Your first cry will be music to my ears. The first time you open your eyes to see Mom and Dad will be unforgettable. Oh gosh here I go, crying again ....
