Six Weeks!

So, those of you that follow this blog are the only ones who know about our pregnancy. We have decided to wait until the second trimester before making any announcements.

Here's the latest scoop: There has been NO morning sickness thus far - knock on every piece of available wood! I would love to be able to report that things are the same as they ever were, but alas they are not...

Here's a list of my current symptoms:
1. Nausea - While I am not hugging the bowl every day like all of the medical books say I should expect to, I am living in an almost constant state of wooziness. I've become accustomed to the feeling of upset tummy, but I am REALLY hoping that this part passes very soon.

2. Cramping - This one scares the crap out of me sometimes. The cramps feel like menstrual cramps, actually. Sometimes sharp and quick, sometimes dull and lingering, they are frightening. I am told by almost everyone that it's normal and to be expected - that it's my uterus stretching. But, I can't seem get visions of miscarriage and ectopic pregnancy out of my mind.

3. Hormone Overload - So I didn't really buy this one before it actually happened to me. It's crazy, really. I mean, I read a kid's book yesterday and was crying hysterically - actually SOBBING! Then, I did the same thing today in the car on the way to school. I heard Michael Jackson's "Man in the Mirror" and just lost it. Here's hoping that I can figure out a way to keep the hormones under control.

4. Euphoria - Soooo happy that this has finally happened. I think everyday how exciting this is and how happy am to be able to share it with Casey!

5. Flakiness - Yes, I have become a flake. I am constantly thinking about things other than what I should be. Things like paint color for the nursery, whether or not to find out the baby's gender, what to do about the current vehicle situation, what baby item to buy next, and so much more... This is not a good quality to have when you are taking classes toward a degree. Gotta figure out how to better manage this symptom!

Ok, so anyway... Just wanted to give everyone a head's up on what's happening over here. Trying hard to not be a complainer. If you catch me doing it, call me out! Have a great day! :)

~Bobby-Jo