Movement and Motion!

Baby Girl,

You have me on pins and needles most of the day waiting for your next kick! I am able to feel you moving around for sure now.  Now that I know it's you moving in there and not just indigestion, I realized that I probably could feel you earlier on, but was unaware of what those funny little flutters were.  Now it's as if you are teasing me! I love to feel your little kicks and movements and I wait and wait and then when I am least expecting it, you give me a little love tap.  And let me tell you, I do love it!  Daddy, on the other hand, is pretty stinkin' jealous that he can't feel you.  I always announce when you're moving around, and he runs over and presses his hand against my belly.. but then when I feel it most, he feels nothing.  We've concluded that it's just too weak for him to feel from the outside.  But I can't wait until he can enjoy your movement too!  Your first kicks that I felt for sure were on May 5th, 2012.  This is the day Daddy and I celebrated our first anniversary (because it landed on a Sunday this year).  We've had so much fun thinking about you for 20 long weeks, and in just 20 more we will get to meet you. 

In Daddy's anniversary gift basket I included a little onesie that says "Daddy's Sweetie".  It's adorable.  We are excited to spoil you! Your Grandma Michelle told me she bought you some outfits the other day.  You are gonna be so spoiled by all of your grandparents!  Keep in mind that you are the first Grandkid to my Mom and Dad, first Great Grandkid to my Grandparent's on the Ruesch and Wiser side, and the first Great Great Grandkid to Grandpa and Grandma Pug! Everyone is so excited to meet you! On Daddy's side, there are already lots of Grandkids, but you are extra special to Grandma Connie because you are her first real Grandchild.  She is already buying you toys and CD's and lots of cool things.  So, are you ready to make your debut yet or what?

I was having some very intense back pain last night and this morning when I woke up.  I stayed home from work for a couple extra hours to try and sleep it off.  I am unable to determine what is inducing the pain. I exercised yesterday so that could be the culprit, however, I am having moderate cramping too.  I am a little confused and nervous, so if you could give me some kicks today, I would greatly appreciate it.  I just worry about you all the time so I need you to let me know that you are doing well in there Sweet Pea.

This weekend is our 20 week ultrasound, that means we get to see you again! We love seeing you on the screen.  So much in fact, that your Daddy wants to buy an Ultrasound Machine.  He is a silly dude.  He just loves you.  We can't wait to learn more details about our sweet girl and get some more pictures!  Don't be shy, embrace the paparazzi!

We love you so much Sweet Nora
Love Mommy