I'm Over It

It's official, I'm over this whole being pregnant thing and I'm going to tell you why.  For instance, I looked in the mirror yesterday and had a stain on my belly.  Gross!  Am I really that big that my food can't even make it to my lap?  Speaking of lap, where'd it go?  Even my feet are gone!  In fact I'm amazed I'm able to put shoes on in the morning.  And socks!  Don't get me started on socks.  That's a whole 'nother ball game.  

I thought pregnant women were able to eat anything they wanted?  I've seriously been mislead.  I'm forced to plan very specifically what goes in my mouth and how much. If I over eat in the slightest I will pay for it.  I now have to resort to sitting up as straight as possible and be in absolute misery.  For the record, sitting up straight and being uncomfortable do not mix.  For my birthday dinner I made sure to eat yogurt and a banana the whole day just to make sure I was able to eat my veal parmigiana that night.  And boy did I eat the whole thing!  Mmmmm!  Love me some veal parm.  Of course that came at a very uncomfortable cost as well.  Most people would think, well that's a good thing though, just think of all the excess weight you won't gain now that you're limited.  So not true.  The scale continues to go up and I continue to desire to eat but have to remain hungry because there's now where else to put it.      

I'm fairly certain I'm in this funk due to my recent lack of sleep.  Everyone has told me time and time again that sleep is something of the past once the baby comes.  That I get.  What everyone failed to mention is that I will not be able to sleep 3 months prior to the baby as well.  Ugh!!!  

If  I'm lucky I'll get a solid 3 hours in just before I have to pee....Again.  Or even better be mid sleep and be thrown out of bed due to a massive leg cramp the size of Montana.  Justin woke up one night to find me stretching at the end of our bed.  And lets not forget my new favorite, The art of rolling over.  Yes, it's become sheer art to roll from one side of my body to the other.  At times I feel like I need a running start and a count down just to make it to the other side successfully.  So between peeing, crazy leg cramping, and rolling over my nights are anything but dedicated to sleep.  Something tells me this is only going to get worse. 

I know I will have nothing but pure joy at the end of this journey and there will be light at the end of the tunnel.  However, in the meantime I will continue to be hungry, complain and remain sleep deprived. 

On a happy note, Justin put together the crib!  Yeah!  It looks so pretty!  I'd show you a picture but I haven't put the bedding in yet so you get to see all the boxes it came instead.  Justin set the bed/mattress at the lowest setting and said, "Good luck getting the baby in and out of this."  I looked at him like, uh?  haven't you done this before?  You're supposed to put the mattress on the highest setting because the baby won't be able to stand in the beginning babe.  Anyway long story short due to my belly getting in the way I won't be able to reach until he fixes it so no pictures will be taken until I can show you the finished product.  Can't wait!  

Birthday Time!

 For the big 31st Birthday the girls and I went to As You Wish to paint Pottery and out to dinner after.  The days of going to Vegas for our yearly girls trips in August have come to an end.  Crazy Vegas Fun and being pregnant aren't exactly ideal.  I guess it's yet another sign of getting older.  Lame!

Justin took me to our favorite restaurant, The Salt Celler, on my actual birthday.  Crab legs never tasted so good!  I know I ate more than my 6oz's of crab meat but I didn't care.  It was so amazing!  He got me an HD video camera for my gift.  When I opened it I laughed and said, "a video camera?  We already have one."  He said, "I know but not this one!  It's compatible with iMovie, it's HD and look, on the box there's a Mom holding her baby up in to the sky.  See it's perfect for you!"  How can I argue with that?

Mom, McKenna and I went and had Veal Parmigina for our family birthday dinner.  YUM-O!  Between crab legs and Veal I was one happy birthday girl!  I asked for workout dvd's, a workout ball since Crockett ate my last one, and kettle weights.  Mom pulled through and I'm totally set for working off the extra lbs after the Baby is born.  I can't wait to be able to lift again.  I had a dream I was working out with Jillian Michael's the other night and she was actually being nice to me.  She used me as an example of how to complete the exercise correctly.  I woke up so happy!   Clearly I have working out on the brain. 

My belly continues to get bigger at 25 weeks.  She's kicking away and I've already had a few Braxton Hicks contractions.  I had to ask what they were because I had no idea.  I figured it was just the baby pushing against me.  Apparently not.  It's kinda weird, becaue your stomach gets rock solid in one spot for a few seconds and then it goes away.  I guess I get to look forward to my entire stomach contracting at once.  That will be interesting.  Lots to look forward to in the next couple of weeks!

My handsome man!  Had to show some love to my Crockett!  He's such a good boy! 

Although the other morning we were playing frisbee, and he decided out of all the grass and tree's in the yard he was going to pee on top of his frisbee.  It's not like a little splashed on the side of the frisbee either.  We're talking dead center just let it flow.  So gross!!  Luckily he has 3 to alternate between but still.  Ewe!!

Furniture's Here!

Oh boy!  Oh boy!  We ordered it and the next thing I know they're calling us to come pick it up!  So I told Justin to get a truck from work and to pick it up.  Apparently I forgot to mention how big and heavy it would be.   Whoops.  Some how he managed to carry both the dresser and the crib box off the truck and up the stairs by himself.  He was pretty pissed but I just laughed.  I mean, hello, I work with big, burly construction guys every day, I was planning on asking them for help.  Not my fault you have to be so darn stubborn and do it all yourself.  He was sore for a few days after...  Still laughing.... 

I was bored on my day off so I decided to start putting things together and mad a HUGE mess!  To my surprise the dresser came out of the box looking like this.  So all I had to do was shimmy it over to the wall and take off the protective layering.  It's so pretty!  

I picked up the mattress so once the crib is built the bed will be ready to put all of my purple sheets and cuteness on.  I can't wait!

The finished dresser.  We're still waiting on the night stand and Justin's in charge of putting the crib together.  Any bets as to when he'll get around to doing this?

Here sits the most comfortable glider in the world!  It's hard to see the color but it's a minty/sea foam green and the frame matches the other furniture. The chair also reclines and glides back and forth.  After putting it together I must've sat in it for 20 minutes rocking back and forth.  I figure it was good practice.  Only 16 more weeks to go!

Nesting...

They say every pregnant woman goes through it, Nesting.  A time when every pregnant woman gets a little crazy and decides to clean like a mad woman.  Well the nesting phase has officially begun for myself as well.  Justin knew it had started when he came down stairs one morning to see me on the kitchen floor oiling the kitchen cabinets.  I believe he called me crazy then.  Well, it's getting worse....

 First things first, the Baby's future linen closet in the guest bathroom.  This girl is going to need her own shelf.  Heck she'll probably need more than that but we're going to start with one.  I should've taken a before picture because this thing was intense.  I'm not sure where we accumulated so many sets of pillow cases and random sheets throughout the years but they're all gone now.  A huge trunk full to good will always does the trick!

With the Baby room furniture on it's way it's time to clean out her room and get it ready!  All of this is going!  Justin still has half a closet of clothes in her closet but I'm thinking he and the Baby can share for a little while longer.  The main reason is because I have literally dominated the other closets in the house with all of my clothes and refuse to go through them.  Hey, I might fit into them one day!  Hopefully this will teach her that Sharing is Caring, since Mom is clearly not a good roll model for sharing. 

Stay Tuned... September is my Let's DO This month.  Grout's getting cleaned, half the house will be repainted, I have a list of things I want done with the dry wall repair and an electrician.  Carpets cleaned, or do I just get new carpet?  Yes I'm border line nuts!  Not to forget the Baby's room getting painted and having a chair rail installed.  I also ordered new security door for the front door as well as the garage.  My birthday present to myself.  I'm so excited!

Ashlyn's Birthday

 I can't believe Lindsey's little girl is now 4 years old!  I love this picture with the birthday girl!  Lindsey and Ken celebrated with family and me (I love being part of the family) at Peter Piper Pizza.  The girls won lots of tickets and both picked out matching princess hats and rings.  Ashlyn's favorite pizza is black olive, a favorite of her Aunt Kristi's as well.  Did Lindsey teach this girl right or what?

 This is Ashlyn with her cousin, aka her BFF, Caitlin. 

Ashlyn LOVES cupcakes.  Her she is waiting patiently for us to sing and blow out her candle. 

Tea's in Town

 Tea's in town for the week!   This week flew by, and why wouldn't it?  Time always flies when you're having fun!  Tea and Emily absolutely dominated at Dave and Busters.  I've never seen anyone win as many tickets as these two girls.  They were both able to buy with their winnings 2 strobe lights, because what's life without a strobe light?  Another light fixture and bought me a laffy taffy.  That was almost 4000 tickets!   Yum-O!

Tea and Emily hit the 500 ticket and then the 1000 ticket machine!  I think we need to take these girls to Vegas!  They are super duper lucky!

Tea and Justin headed to Los Angeles for a quick 2 day trip.  Tea said she wanted to see the Hollywood sign and the Hollywood Stars Walk of Fame.  So naturally Justin bought two tickets after Dave and Busters and they were off!  Tea's riding in style in her Mustang Convertible.  Don't forget the sunscreen!

I love this picture.  Justin and I have the same picture from 6 years ago when we first started dating.  There's a great crepes breakfast place right around the corner from here that we just fell in love with.  Tea got to experience the amazingness as well.  And boy did they rub it in by sending me photo updates of their crepes and iced mocha's. 

Here she is getting to see the infamous Hollywood sign! 

All in all it sounds like they had a fabulous time.  They both came back sunburnt from riding around in the convertible and with huge smiles on their faces.  What more could you ask for?   

22 Weeks Today!

21 Weeks and Baby's Firsts...

 This Baby is already feeling the love! Look what Jess gave us to congratulate us on a Girl! So stinkin' cute with a little pink elephant! She's already so stylish!

Pam Stine sent these from California when we thought we were having a boy.  I still think she'll look amazing in this little blue onesie.  From what I hear you go through a few outfits a day so the more the merrier!  The books are so cute too.  I already read them to her.  Crockett and Roxi must've thought I was nuts reading to my belly!

21 Weeks

 The baby's future furniture from Buy Buy Baby!  Start saving your non-expired 20% coupons from Bed, Bath and Beyond.  I'll need them!  The trick is they can't be expired.  But 20% off is 20% off so thank you in advance for your coupons. 

 

This isn't a good picture but this is the baby's future bedding.  It's a light purple with black and white. 

I'm still playing with ideas for the paint but I'm liking this design except it would be purple, of course. Whether it'll be stencil at the top or bottom, or plain purple, or stripes who knows?  I seem to be changing my mind on an hourly basis so I'll keep you posted.  The best picture I'll be able to send will be when it's all finished.  So much to do and only 19 weeks to go!



20 Weeks at the Lake!

The question of the day....Do pregnant girls sink?  Not with this fabulous flotation device!  This is where I spent most of my day.  The water was perfect!  Not too hot, not too cold, just right!  My poor belly and the tops of my thighs got sun burnt.  I have to admit I look a little ridiculous with a bright red belly.  My Dr asked, "Are you sun burnt?"  Me: "Yep, just trying to speed up the cooking process"  I'm sure I've been nominated for Mother of the Year Award... 

Baby's first time on a boat!



It's a GIRL!!!

It's a GIRL!!!  And not a BOY!!!   Huh??  What???  I can't believe it's a GIRL!  We're actually having a little girl.  Bring on the ballet slippers, tap shoes, pinks and purples, ponytails, and extra cuteness! 

Measuring at 20 weeks and 2 days

  The ultra sound was so much fun.  The tech showed us the different parts of her brain, her spine, her kidneys, her liver, and her little baby ribs.  She's going to be perfect with 5 fingers and 5 toes!  Nicole and Mom joined me for the unveling of the sex of the baby.  We were all shocked!  And then we all teared up!  So much excitement and huh's??  all happened at once.  I'm so glad they were both there to share such an amazing experience with me! 

Mom and I went out to lunch after the appointment and all I could do was be on my phone googling baby girl rooms with purple themes.  I never felt so unprepared.  My plan (yes I'm a planner) was to purchase cribs and dressers that afternoon as well as begin the registery process.  The only problem was, everything was geared to a boy.  So it was back to the drawing board!

Lindsey joined Mom and I at Babies R Us to give me the 411 on everything baby.  I had no idea they needed so much stuff.  I felt like I was saying, "Why do they need that?"  and "4 different kinds of strollers are you nuts?" not to forget "9 bottles?  What are they gonna do with 9 bottles?" as well as  "What's this for again?"  Lindsey was right there to answer all of my questions and we got the basics accomplished.  It's still a work in progress but she wanted to make sure I had the bare necessities to survive once Baby comes home from the hospital.  Since Lindsey and my Mother will be moving in for a month I think we'll both survive.  Oh did I not tell you both that?  That's part of my plan as well ;).  But no, seriously, I'm not joking.

Apparently this is not the way to try out mattresses for your baby. 

Me:  This thing is junk I can feel everything!

Lindsey:  Okay, well your baby will weigh the size of my purse so this really isn't the way to try out a mattress.

Me:  Oh, I guess that makes sense.

Of course we had to get a picture because I looked pretty ridiculous!

My Drink of Choice

Those of you who know me well, which most of you do, know that drinking is one of my favorite hobbies to partake in.  However the Dr's and the Surgeon General aren't big fans of alcohol while pregnant.  Therefore being pregnant has completely cramped my style for the last 5 months and it's starting to get to me.  So, naturally, I found a compromise.   Instead of my infamous Kristini's in martini glasses, I've now switched to OJ on the rocks, shaken, not stirred.  I've also found joy in Sprite on ice in a wine glass.  I'm not sure why but the glass makes everything better!  So while I may look stupid I'm enjoying my mocktale in style.  I mean it's only another 5 months right?  I can do this!   

19 Weeks

19 Weeks and counting.  We'll know for sure in one more week if the baby's room will be Purple or Tan!

18 Weeks

The San Clement Model Girls Room Upstairs. 
The paint color complimented my outfit so naturally I picked this room to take my weekly photo.

Week 18:  This is the week I actually feel pregnant.  I feel like I have a signifigant bump and not just the "I ate too much for lunch" stomach.  Sleeping is getting weird.  I can no longer sleep on my back so my choices are my left or my right side.  No big deal except when you want to roll over.  That's where the fun begins. 

Waking up 3 times a night to simply roll over starts to get annoying after awhile.  So I thought let's try something new?  Lindsey suggested her Snoogle.  The Snoogle is an extra long pillow that curves at both ends so you can use it for your head, let your belly rest on the side, and then it wraps between your legs.  Seems like a great idea right?  Extra support everywhere right?   I lasted 3 minutes with it. 

My first issue was I needed my normal pillow for my head because I sleep with 2 pillows usually.  So adding another pillow to this giant snake like thing wasn't exactly ideal. Rolling over is quite the fiasco because you have to literally take the entire thing with you.  It's like being joined to another person except they're fabric and get stuck on the sheets.  It's like a crazy circus.  I guess the snoogle is not my cup of tea.  I'm currently open to suggestions if anyone has any ideas they'd like to pass my way.  Keep in mind drinking till I pass out is no longer an option, neither are pharmaceuticals.

The Snoogle
See how comfortable and happy she looks?  Maybe it's her jammies?  Maybe that's my issue?

    

17 Weeks

17 weeks and counting.  I got to hear the heartbeat this week!  Yeah!  It took her a whopping 28 seconds to find him and I swear I almost died from the suspense.  155 bpm.  The nurse asked me, "Do you pee alot?"  I'm like, "Uh?  Personal question?  But Yes, how'd you know?"  

"The baby is sitting right on top of your blatter"  Me:  "Go figure."  

All the books say he's supposed to have moved up towards my ribs to give Mom a break.  I guess my kid didn't read the same books I'm reading.  I can see this one's going to be stubborn right from the get go.

Traditionally you confirm the sex of the baby at your 20 week appointment, but because I have the coolest Dr. in the world she said I can come back in 2 weeks to confirm!  SWEET!  She then told me that she was told at her 12 week ultra sound that her baby was looking like it'd be a boy, only to find out at her 20 week, that her baby was in fact a girl.  I've already spent the last 5 weeks convincing myself that a boy is the greatest thing ever and I'm totally ment to have a boy.  In fact I think I over sold myself because I think I might be a little sad at this point if I'm told it is a girl.  I guess the good news is, at one time or another I've been convinced on both sexes.  So either way it's a win/win and let's face it, this kid will be loved.  It's just a matter of whether the nursery will be purple or tan.  (Pink and Blue is so yesterday)    

Always Want What You Can't Have

With this post being titled "Always Want What You Can't Have," I'm gonna go out on a limb here and say this perfect picture speaks exactly what's on my mind.   But more importantly why is it we go through life always wanting something we can't have? 

Like for instance when I was 3ft 10 inches I was too small to go on Space Mountain at Disney Land.

  Everyone would say next year you'll be able to go, just have to wait one more year....Then that year would finally come and I'd kick and scream because holy crap my opportunity has finally arrived and now I'm scared sh#tless and so not interested in being 4ft.  

Then you go and it's like, okay now that I've accomplished Space Mountain, what else you got?  So then you can't wait to go to Six Flags.  It's like the roller coaster of life, pun intended, never stops.  Now you've hit 16, you can drive, then you can't wait for 21.  Party hardy!!  Then college, then job, then get your own place, meet your soul mate, get married and then your blessed with the 2 pink lines you've been waiting for!  Whoohoo!  You'd think the thing I'd want the most now is the actual baby right?  Nope!

.......

 I'm counting down the days till I can officially walk into BabiesRus with a purpose!  I can't wait to go shopping!  Let's pimp this kids room out already!  So with 4 weeks and counting till I get the official, your baby is a (insert boy/girl here). I'm going bazurk!  This is seriously worse then watching all the tall kids go on Space Mountain.

Roller Coaster Continues to Dec 2nd, kid's finally here, Happy Happy Joy Joy! 

 Now guess what I want....

...and so the roller coaster of life continues.

 

16 Weeks and Counting...

16 Weeks

My first purchase in a maternity store!  What a trip that was!  Mom and I made sure to eat at Cheesecake Factory prior to shopping so I was extra big.  I finally have some clothes I can wear to work aside from dresses all the time.  Don't worry I'll wear a new one to show off each week.  Lucky you right?  

Apparently the little booger is the size of an avocado.  No kicking yet or movement but I'm sure that will change soon enough.  Apparently he can now hear inside my belly so we'll all have to watch our language from here on out.  Basically this means that singing in the shower, in the car, and while doing virtually anything will be in full effect.  Hopefully he likes my voice better than my husband.  Otherwise I'm sure I'll get kicked sooner rather than later (which I'm hoping for!) 

Today my co-worker said, "Wow you're really pregnant!"  I was like, uh yeah, you've known about this for 4 weeks.  He followed it with, "No, I mean you can actually see that you're visibly pregnant."  I'm like, dude, you're not helping.  The dress I was wearing was more on the fitted side so that must've given it away.  Again, still not helping... 

My how things have changed!

Once upon a time we had a clear view almost to the 202

(which is 2 miles away but you get the point) 

4.5 years later, here is our view today!

We now have two homes behind us.  Since I'm such a great sales person I was able to sell a single story directly behind us.  Thank the good Lord!  The 2 story you see under construction really isn't behind our lot, but it is in our view.  So I guess if I was a better sales person we would be seeing another single story.  Oh well...

Given the rate new homes have been selling here at Layton Lakes we were bound to have neighbors eventually.   Speaking of our new neighbors, they close on Tuesday.  Apparently they have a German Shepherd as well.  And get this, she's on anxiety medication and jumps fences when she's off her meds.  Awesome!  I figure worst case scenario Crockett will get a new girlfriend out of it.  Between Roxi hanging on fences and barking at the neighbors and the new dog jumping the fence it should be a good time at the McConkey house!

We were told this week that we'll be moving ground across Queen Creek Rd. in the next 90 days.  Which means I will have more homes to sell in about a year.  In theory timing will be perfect as we'll be in close out at that time and can begin selling the new stuff with no break.  We love a smooth transition in this business!



Can cell phones get service in a fridge?

It's official "Pregnancy Brain" does in fact exist.  I left work on Sunday night looking forward to my 2 days off.  Didn't think much of it at the time but my work phone wasn't normally where I put it when I get home.  Oh well, I'll look for it tomorrow.  The next day however is Monday, and in the "work" world Monday is a let's get things done day.  So me not having my phone on a real Monday even though it's my Saturday is unacceptable.  You just never know what your missing between corporate and your customers. 

So around noon I swing by the office to check and see if I left it in my desk drawer.  Nope.  Hmmm.....  2 pm rolls around and still no phone.  Then all of a sudden I hear this faint ringing, but where is it coming from?  "Crockett!  Go find Mommy's phone!"  Um, yeh that didn't help.  I go up stairs, I go down stairs, check the laundry room, check the pantry....wait a minute?  The fridge?  No way...Yes way!  There it was sitting on the shelf with the rest of my goodies from the office that day. 

Pregnancy Brain in full effect!

The Blog Is Back!

I'm back!  A big thanks to my very loyal Aunt JoAn for pointing out that she still checks my blog every Tuesday.  I'm pretty sure you're the only one who reads it and I can't even express how grateful I am for you! 

Even my own Husband hasn't seen or read my blog.  It's not like he doesn't know about it, I've sent him the email a thousand times with the link.  With that being said, New Title!  Justin and Kristi is OUT, "That's so K-Rae"  is in!  And why shouldn't it be?  I mean, it's a blog about me anyway.  Plus it's not like he'll even know.

  Where did K-Rae come from?  I go by Kristi Rae at work and somewhere down the line I was given the name of K-Rae.  Apparently Kristi Rae was too long to say.  After kicking around some Ideas at work (yes we work hard here in my office) my co-worker said, I have the perfect name!  And so, That's so K-Rae begins!  

I vow to keep this blog updated on a regular basis.  Even if Aunt JoAn is the only one who reads it!   At least she'll have something new to look at on a weekly basis.  Speaking of NEW things to read I've already posted 3 new posts.  Posts I'm super excited to share with you!  Scroll down to see and I can't wait to tell you all what's new and exciting in my fabulous little world!   :)    

15 Weeks

15 Weeks and Counting! 

Is it totally ridiculous that I actually put additional thought into what I was going to wear this morning? 

15 Weeks

I just had a big breakfast and a 20oz iced decaf latte so cut me a little slack.  I'm now on the 100% dress routine.  No more work pants for this gal!  They're in the guest closet.  I think it's about time to begin shopping for some bigger clothes and possibly some new shoes.  Heels are going to have to be a thing of the past.  Although I'm in them today and will probably continue to keep wearing them, I do keep a pair of flip flops under my desk just in case.  I complain more when I'm wearing them so out of respect for my co-workers and family I think it'd best to be closer to the ground.  

After much scrutiny from my Mother and an Okay from my Dr. I began a new exercise routine.  It was either work out or listen to my Mother say "I worked out the entire time I was pregnant with you" one more time.  So against my will I'm now Queen of the 3.5mph treadmill.  The Doc said not to let my heart rate go above 140 bpm, so I'm thinking no sweat that's what I'm used too.  Uh...Wrong!  I'm so out of shape!    3.5 mph kicked my a$$!    Out of breath and totally pathetic!  I can't believe how out of shape I am.  I know I should cut my body some slack, it is after all growing a human.  But seriously?  3.5 mph?!?  I used to do 4.0 with a 2% incline and not break a sweat.  It's true your resting hear rate goes way up when you're lazy for 6 months.

Let the Transformation Begin

So my co-worker, Jessica, has been on me about taking a weekly photo to caputre the beautiful  transformation of my growing bump.  My agrument: Why would I want to document me getting fat?  It's not like I'm going to post it on facebook.  I don't want anyone seeing this!  It's bad enough I have to wake up every morning only to realize my pants, yet again, don't fit. 

Here we are at 14 weeks.



After much debate, well, really no debate at all, as I was kinda curious to see it myself.  I said okay let's do this.  So every Sunday morning at work she's been gracious enough to be my photographer in the new documentery, Watch Kristi Grow.  As you can see we've chosen the Oasis that is known as the backyard of the Picacho Model.  Maybe next week we'll take a picture by the minature over priced splash pad in the back of our San Clemente model.