twenty-seven weeks

It's been a long time since posting, and so much has happened! The most notable baby news is probably the two baby showers I've had. The first was thrown by some dear "law-wife" friends, and it included two other first-time "law-wife" moms. We had a blast! So many of us are pregnant right now; we love getting together and talking Baby. Second, I just got home from a visit to Michigan, where Mom and Jenna threw me a baby shower. It was so good to see everyone there, some of whom I had not seen in a long time!

Baby continues to be very active. In fact, some of his movements are sudden and strong and they make me jump from surprise! They must not keep me awake though. Last night I apparently fell asleep pretty quickly (or at least was mostly asleep). Dustin had his hand on my belly since Baby was moving around a bit. All of a sudden Dustin woke me up with an exclamation. Apparently I was falling asleep right through some very strong kicks. I really enjoy feeling the movements and treasure the moments Dustin and I spend talking about and planning for Baby together.

On a side note, I find the size comparisons my pregnancy newsletters utilize quite amusing. This week one noted that the baby is the size of a head of cauliflower. Earlier in the pregnancy, the baby was the size of a kumquat. What in the world does a kumquat look like anyway?

Baby might only be a few pounds right now, but the size comparison they use for my womb is a soccer ball. So of course I'm no longer wearing regular clothing. Or at least, nothing in my normal size. I was very grateful that Mom took me shopping for some maternity clothing while I was in Michigan. I don't think I'd be venturing out of the house much without that very timely birthday present! Thanks, Mom! :)