There are a few interesting things about being pregnant.
1. Gym-I get a lot of funny looks at the gym. I'm never sure if people are impressed that I'm there, or think I'm disgusting. This makes me act like it's no big deal to execute a sweaty workout so I usually try harder. Have you ever tried the stairclimber (and I mean the one that is real stairs) carrying a few, well several, extra lbs? It's tough, but I love (hate) it.
2. Random Compliments-This is really nice. Strangers all over say really nice things to me. It usually makes my day and has taught me the value of a compliment.
3. Obsession-I spend hours reading reviews of baby products trying to decide what will be best. Currently I have a little obsession with glass bottles and cloth diapers (though Marc still isn't in favor). In the past I've obsessed over the swing, stroller, basically every major baby product. Of course I know that the baby won't care.
Good news, as of yesterday the baby has a name! I really wish I could say what it is, but you will have to wait.
30 Weeks, post gym (lovely), getting big
Hanging out in the chair with his favorite outfit. Hopefully the baby doesn't wear her DARE shirt as often as he does :).
My work of art.
And finally the fall scene in the living room.
I completely redecorated the guest room last weekend! I was bored because Marc was out of town and I figured we'd be having a lot of guests in the upcoming months so I wanted to update the room. I love it and will post pictures as soon as I finish one last detail.
Baby's closet is filling up with sweet little outfits like this pretty dress from her Nana (Mom has officially decided on Nana, Dad will be Nol=Nana and Nol).
And this frilly Christmas dress from Kiki.
And her fancy fur snow suit, Marc picked it out. Dead serious. Bows on the feet and hood ahhh.
You might be wondering where all of the shower gifts went. There are a lot of big things hiding behind the couch in the basement. Surprise!
And a lot of things in her closet. 
On cloth diapers...final verdict is that it's happening. Here is one of the diapers. Look how thin it is, and it closes with velcro. 
These are the kind that have the liners already built in, so it's really just washing the diapers, line drying, and putting back in the drawer. I'm excited to give cloth diapering a try. I can't say my plan is being supported by everyone (including Marc), but I'm not that worried. 
The diapers live in this drawer. They look so cute all together.
Looking big, but still feeling great. 6 more weeks
Liz, her MacBook and floral glue produced these water bottles, which have the same design as the invites. Well done.
Pretty and delicious little cupcakes.
Such a pretty table.
Everyone enjoying brunch in the sunny living room. All of the other pictures of the shower are just of me-unflattering present opening pictures mostly. I really wish I had one with all of the hostesses, but Lindsey was playing photographer and the other girls were busy hostessing. 
After the shower, we carved a bunch of pumpkins.
Cute little Mason played in the guts, but really didn't want to get too messy.
Fruits of our labor.
Last weekend I went home for a visit and for another shower. My old college gang/roommates 
My mom, Jamie, and Jordan threw a really fun and creative shower on Saturday. The theme was French Circus/Baby. It took the whole family helping to put all of these wonderfully cute props and decorations together.
Mom, Erin and I had a great time decorating Circus animals. Especially not-so-crafty Erin. She ended up getting really into the animals, giving lions pompom saddles and veils.
Jordan did all of the graphics for the shower. Note the Cirque Fare sign. There were lots of cute graphic details all around that she designed. 
Dad and Lucas, kind of tired from having to help decorate for a shower. And look how cute Belle is, all dressed up for the circus.
Sunroom decorated.
More decorated circus animals. I outfitted a hippos with a tutu. She's hard to see in this picture.
All of my Freeburg friends! I really wish I would have moved that pinwheel.
College friends at shower.
After the shower, Dad lit the fire for the Shook family Apple Butter/driveway bonfire. Lucas, Erin, Jamie and Mom all suited up for the cold...although I think this was taken during their impromptu "wine tasting." I have no pictures of Jonas from the weekend, only one picture of Dad, hardly any pictures of people at the shower, no pictures at the fire or of the apple butter. I need to do a better job taking pictures.
Thank you so much to everyone who made both of my showers so happy, fun and perfect. I do really feel lucky such wonderful friends and family who care so much to make things special and memorable for me. Love you all.
This is an odd angle of the other side of the room. 
Close up of the artwork.
My sweet friends Lindsey, Lisa, Liz and Becky have been planning my baby shower, being held this weekend. It will be at Matt and Lindsey's house and everyone is very excited! Here is the pretty invitation the girls picked...more details next week.
Oh, to be a pregnant bridesmaid.
I was so busy the entire weekend, but only took pictures at the wedding. It's kind of a bummer because I did lots of other fun things like running around with my mom, going to my cousin's baby shower, seeing my grandma, and dinner with Lucas, Jamie, Mom and Dad. 
Baby got lots of pretty new clothes from Mom and Dad (Nanna and Nol?-names being decided). She had lots of cute sleepers and outfits but no dress clothes. That's not the case anymore. She even got a coming home from the hospital outfit and a "Don't Mess With the Midget" onesie from my highschool.
The chair came in, and I love it. We had to do some rearranging because it's really big (and comfortable!). All of the new furniture is too big for the small room, but I love each of the pieces so it's ok. The blanket on the chair was made by Lindsey's mom, and is so pretty and soft.
This is the angle of the room that I think looks odd, but I don't really know what to do about it. We're tried all different arrangements, suggestions?
Here's a preview of what I'm working on now...a giant 4x4 painting. Hopefully I start/finish it this weekend.