21 Weeks

How far along: 21 weeks 0 days
Baby's size: Pomegranate, 10.5 inches long weighing about 12.7 oz.
Baby's Development: The babies are practicing marital arts as the initial flutters are now full fledged kicks and nudges.  Baby's eyebrows and lids are fully developed and babies can blink.
Gender: It has been confirmed, (2) girls, Ali & Sadie and (1) boy, Ray.
Weight gain: 32lbs Scale fixed and wow did I grow!  Guess that 50-60lbs will be a piece of cake.

Maternity clothes: I have outgrown some of my tops already.  I can kiss wearing my long regular tanks under maternity shirts goodbye.  But I figure I will only be wearing these for another 10-14 weeks, I can make it through.  Just remember if you see me in the same items a lot, well that is all I have.

Stretch marks: Nope

Belly button in or out: Mostly in, it now sticks out a little, I'm sure it will pop out soon.

Wedding ring on or off: Half on, I am wearing my wedding band.  Since I am swelling in the spring heat there is just too much chub to my finger to force my engagement ring on it.  I could do it but then it scares me that I won't get it off.

Sleep: Oh sleeping... well I think it is God's way of getting you ready for baby.  Your body is uncomfortable, my hips ache because I am in one position and then when I roll a little to my back, well it hurts.  Not complaining just stating the facts.  I was up three times last night and decided to pee each time to help me sleep a little longer the next phase.

Symptoms: Breathing is still a large factor now that Ray has grown and is up further toward my ribs.  It feels like I need to sit up so straight that my back is arched to take full breaths.  Can you imagine what this will feel like in 10 weeks (wow).  I have moved to a slower gear now, they commented at work that they have never seen me move so slow. I told them I can't breath and my ligaments hurt so walking fast just isn't going to happen.

Food cravings: Most everything tastes delicious at this point.  I do love some popsicles, veggies and fresh fruit!

Food aversions: Nothing here really except those items I didn't like anyway just stand out more like Salmon and mushrooms.  ICK!
What I miss: Sleeping so sound that you don't wake up until the alarm goes off and you are startled because you were in such a deep sleep.

Movement: We have movement on the outside now!  Kyle keeps trying to feel them at his convenience but he hasn't yet.  They are on their own schedule.  I had an Orange Crush yesterday for lunch and boy were they all active after that.  So Kyle says he is going to go out an buy a case of orange crush so he can feel them too.  It is very comforting to feel them, just lets me know everyone is ok in there.

Mood: I think it is ok still, I am a bit bored at night.  I have done so many nights of coming home from work and laying on the couch till it is time for bed that it is boring.  Last night I went outside with Kyle for a bit and sat on the porch until I couldn't breath.
Best moment this week: Probably yesterdays orange crush episode.  Who knew I could get them fired up like that?  It was short lived but I did get to feel multiple kicks all around.  We also got the baby beds together finally.  Daryl came over and helped Kyle.  They are so cute and a perfect size for our trio.  I was a little concerned they would be too small.  Mom also found some sheets at Walmart for them so we should be able to test that out soon.  

Looking forward to: My first shower!!!! Can you believe it?  I feel just so blessed to have so many people that love me and these babies.  I never thought I would get to have a baby shower and now I get 4!  I am not one to ask for things or ask for help, I guess I am pretty independent so it is a little weird to have people hosting parties in honor of me.  I'm going to remember that these parties are for my sweet babies and enjoy every minute with my family and friends.  So if you are present, take lots of pictures for me so I can show the babies how much they are loved!