I started my day early, as I usually do on Thursdays. I opened my store at the bright and shiny hour of 5:30 am. I worked for a few hours, and then escaped! I ate an orange in the car on the way to Lou’s. Then the good stuff began.

We went to her Baby Doctor Appointment!

It was amazing, really. We got to hear the heartbeat, so fast. I got a bit teary, but so did she. (I know, I always get teary…) She is working through a midwife program at the suggestion of her neighbor, and what a great program! Even the air in the office was somehow more calm and peaceful. I’m sure am getting the inside scoop for the future.

I am not going to get all mushy, as I am apt to do. I am just going to state, for the record, that I feel totally honored and blessed to be involved with this whole thing. What a wild story to add to the collection. :)

Next, we went down to ole’ Kentucky to go maternity clothes shopping. I love the Gap Clearance Warehouse. Lissa got some jeans and a few shirts. She looks so cute in her elastic waistband pants and flowy tops. I got two pairs of jeans (non-maternity, thanks.) Ben got four GAP polo shirts. (for $10!) I also love picking out my husbands clothes. He looks good in green.

Finally, to round out the day, Lissa and I made a trip to the grocery store, made cupcakes, and read through lots of baby-related information. Whew! There is so much info, and I know we’re only at the tip of the iceberg. I can’t wait to get real words of wisdom from all the moms in our lives.

And now I’m home and sleepy and ready to snuggle. Let’s hope one Benjamin P. Lacy is willing to oblige. If he isn’t, I know a couple of puppies that will be. :)