* I get completely worn out from such strenuous activities as, er, walking up the steps with a basket of laundry. Doing one (1) load, requires a lie-down.
* I cried while watching E.T. As in, REAL TEARS, yo. I haven't cried while watching E.T. since that fucker came out, when I was, like, [twelve] EIGHT.
* I, you know, actually watched E.T. During nap-time.
* My daughter has taken to asking me, 'You really tired, Mommy?'
* I've started nesting in earnest. Doing really important things like moving toys from one location to another and trying to sort out and box all of TLNG's clothes. Also washing/organizing clothes that probably won't fit her until next summer.
* I took the diaper changing pad out of my diaper bag because TLNG is potty trained. And then I remembered that in two weeks or so, I'm going to have AN INFANT. Who WEARS DIAPERS that need to be changed.
* 4:00 (AM) is the new 6:00 (AM).
* Catching sight of my own profile in a mirror makes me want to laugh. Or cry. Or both. Maybe at the same time.
* There have been Extended Marathon TV Viewing Sessions for TLNG at my house.
* I forget the rest of the list.
* All of the above (plus the ones I forgot) cause me ANGST.
Do you also have heartburn? I could have dealt with being pregnant for three more months if the heartburn would have just gone away. It was THAT bad.
Posted by: Meredith | September 12, 2009 at 11:27 PM
When I was pregnant with one of my kids, I cried during Shrek. Yeah. You heard me. Shrek.
Here's a tip though: don't watch A Beautiful Life while heavily pregnant. It will DESTROY you. I know from experience.
Posted by: Stimey | September 11, 2009 at 07:21 PM
Here is one you forgot:
THE GAS, OH MY GOD PEOPLE THE GAS.
You're welcome.
Posted by: shriek house | September 11, 2009 at 02:01 PM
I remember the marathon TV sessions for my older one too... She LOVED them, and told me that she missed them after the baby was born...
Posted by: MissM | September 10, 2009 at 04:56 PM
I remember that awful stage. But in a few weeks you'll be feeling light and free. It's much nicer to bring a newborn home the second time (at least it was for me) because you're not so overwhelmed by the responsibility. You can appreciate the return of your bladder and stomach and the ability to see your feet. Good luck!
Posted by: Lauren | September 10, 2009 at 11:25 AM
Just so long as you don't start clipping the lawn with scissors. Reorganizing toys is completely acceptable nesting.
Posted by: Motherhood Uncensored | September 10, 2009 at 10:08 AM
I'm sure the orange juice in your fridge misses the big jug of pee, though. Maybe that makes it all better?
Posted by: attiton | September 10, 2009 at 07:48 AM