I'm a handywoman!

Last night, our toilet got clogged. I plunged and plunged until I couldn't plunge anymore! I finally decided to let it sit over night. Maybe the clog would soak and soften and be easier in the morning. When morning comes, nothing has changed. I plunge and plunge, but to no use. I decided to go back to bed and worry about it when I was more awake. I looked at the toilet from our bedroom only to realize that now water was coming back up! Our bathroom was flooded and it was starting to seep into the carpet in the hall! Aaaah! Trevor starts saying we should call the landlord. But we'd have to foot the plumbing bill, and we just can't afford that right now. Then he says to call my brother, who is a plumber. But it's so early in the morning AND it's Jason's birthday today (Happy Birthday Big Brother). Who wants a poop call on their birthday? Instead, I remembered reading about a website that has thrifty ways of fixing things. I found it, and a few squirts of dishsoap and pots of boiling water later, our toilet is flushing beautifully! Cost: 10 cents. Pride of fixing something and actually being handy:Priceless.

Also, Happy Birthday to Cindy Lou too!

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3 more weeks of clinic, 4 more weeks of school, 9 more weeks of pregnancy!

Ideas? Anyone?

Are you familiar with Bruxism, the grinding or clenching of teeth at night? I barely sleep as it is anymore being pregnant, but Trevor's bruxism is driving me crazy. I can't stand that sound! After 2 hours of being kept awake last night, I finally got up and moved to the couch-where I slept better than I have in a while. We're ready to try anything to help this. If any of you have any ideas, please feel free to share. I would like to sleep next to my husband again, but I don't know if that's happening anytime soon!

Emma Ruth

Emma Ruth, born yesterday to Trevor's brother Chris, and his wife, Rachel. 6 lbs 1 oz. 18.25 inches.

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4 more weeks of clinic, 5 more weeks of school, 10 more weeks of pregnancy.


Also, this morning, on National Grandparents Day, Trevor's parents became grandparents. I will post pictures tomorrow. She's beautiful!

This year's mountain man rendezvous

This is basically what it looks like throughout the camp. Authentic pioneer-like tents and teepees.

Typical Camp. Everyone dresses up.
Including the little ones.

This is where Trevor works the entire weekend. I help a little bit if someone needs a break, or for food runs. It's the Camp Canteen Bison Brew root beer stand. Some of the best home made root beer and cream soda ever!

View from behind the counter, as Shantel sets up.

How root beer is made the pioneer way.





Our collectible jug.

I went too crazy and had to see Trevor. I just couldn't stand one more night without him, so I made it to Wyoming on Sunday morning and stayed with him until Monday night. And now, some candids.

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5 more weeks of clinic. 6 more weeks of school. 11 more weeks of pregnancy.

Thoughtful

My husband is leaving me for the weekend for the annual mountain man rendezvous. I went last year (pictured), but this year I absolutely can't miss my internship. So, I'm being left behind. Alone.

Trevor is the most thoughtful and considerate husband in the world. He always finds ways to make my life easier. I couldn't have asked for anything more! He's contacted all my girlie friends and made sure they are going to come sleep over and keep me company. He's pretty much made sure I won't be alone for a second. I thought that was sweet enough, but then he outdid himself. I came home from school last night to Trevor cooking me meals to cover the entire weekend so I won't have to worry about what to eat. And so I won't have to cook if I'm tired. I just couldn't believe it! I honestly don't know how I deserve him. I'm going to miss him more than anything, but what a comfort that he'll still be taking care of me from afar.

Countdown

6 more weeks of clinic, 7 more weeks of school, 12 more weeks of pregnancy (hopefully)

I pushed myself WAY too hard at my clinic internship yesterday. Especially in my second massage. My client wanted it way deeper than I'd ever gone while pregnant. But I obliged, and started having a lot of contractions afterward. I barely got through my next client. Then my contractions started getting longer and 3-4 min apart. My midwife came over at about 11:30 pm and we did lots of techniques to calm my uterus down. It worked, too. But I was really scared. I can't wait to see Ali, but we're not ready for her yet. Nor could we afford a preemie. I did joke a little that if I did go into full blown labor, at least I'd have the first grandchild on Trevor's side! Rachel may have gotten pregnant first, but it's not over. However, I'd be more than happy to let Emma be first.

I'm feeling ok this morning. Just a little sore. Needless to say, I've learned my lesson. I don't care if my client isn't satisfied with the pressure, I have to worry about my child first. Sometimes I forget that I can't do everything I used to be able to.

Happy Anniversary!

Today marks our two year dating anniversary. Sorry, no mushy stuff about how much I love him and what a wonderful husband he is. But he is great.

28 Weeks- Last Trimester!!!!

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7 more weeks of clinic, 8 more weeks of school, 13 more weeks of pregnancy.

Last one

I'm sorry, I can't help but post this because it makes me laugh. My belly has gotten hairy since I've been preggo!

Leah's Spazoids

When Trevor pulled out my new camera, Leah's spazoids immediately started performing. Not unusual for Olivia and Gage, but Nash went crazy posing for the camera. We were cracking up at the faces he was pullling.

Surprise (not really) baby shower!

As the hotties prepare the food





































Gage and I entertain our guests with our sword fighting skills.