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I just got back from my level 2 ultrasound. I had done the triple screen blood work and one of the screens came back elevated. So, my ob thought it best to send me for a level 2 ultrasound to make sure all was well. She thought it was elevated due to what might be left of the other baby. We had to go all the way down to Bayfront (St. Pete), why do they never have specialists close to your home??? First we had to meet with the genetic counselor, which was interesting. You had to go through your entire family history on both sides. Then she discussed the blood work and what could potentially be wrong with the baby. It was pretty awful! I wish they would have just done the ultrasound first and if there was a problem, then do all that genetic counseling business! So, after all that wonderful news, we go in for the ultrasound. The tech was very nice and we got some great new pictures of Eli, yes we are pretty surely set on Eli, just need to figure out a middle name, and no it will not be Godzilla, no matter how much Dave wants it! She measured lots of stuff, looked at the brain, stomach, spine and everything looks great! No signs of Spina Bifida! The doctor came in after and said everything looked perfect! He is measuring perfectly and she saw no signs of anything. It was such a relief!

So, hopefully now I can really relax with this pregnancy. I hate that I dread going to the ob, when I should be so excited! I am just always thinking, what is going to be wrong now. Since I know everything is going along perfectly now, hopefully I can chill out and relax! I have still been feeling pretty good. My back is starting to hurt and the heartburn has kicked in, I am also still pretty tired! I did go register at Babies R Us with Suzanne! That was lots of fun. I already got one present already! My mom sent me the stroller and car seat!!! How awesome is that???? We are also in full swing for planning the baby shower as well! Mom can’t wait to cook the food! Looks like it will be a Mexican food theme on St. Patrick’s Day! I think that sounds fabulous!

I can’t believe I am halfway done already! I will admit the beginning was really dragging. I think all the holidays help move these last few weeks along much faster! I will have Dave do a belly picture when he gets home from work today.

I have been feeling him move a LOT more lately! He is really low so pretty much every time he kicks my bladder I feel like I am going to pee my pants! I am still feeling pretty good. I don’t get my energy for the day until about 11:30am. This just started over break so it will be interesting when I have to go back to work on Tuesday!

I got the upstairs office all cleaned out (this will be his room). I just need Dave to move the tv out of there. I actually found all the parts to Ty’s crib, which is a miracle after the 10 million moves we have been through! I just need Dave to put it together and a new mattress and we are good to go! I even think I found the bedding that I want. My next appointment is January 11th. Things are going pretty smoothly! I am sure May will be here before we know it!