(taken June 9th - 3 days old)
Yep, he's still cute.
For today's "mega-milestone" he puked on me for the first time today. Not really earth shattering, but quite exciting in it's own way.
Thursday, June 12, 2008
RMG pic of the day
(taken June 9th - 3 days old)
Yep, he's still cute.
For today's "mega-milestone" he puked on me for the first time today. Not really earth shattering, but quite exciting in it's own way.
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Welcome to the world Russell Martin Georgi
Russell Martin Georgi was born on Friday, June 6th at 12:17 pm. Both mom and babe are home and settling in. (Mom with the aid of some drugs to help out with pain) Since I have a gazillion pictures, I will be posting fairly regularly in the next few days/weeks, but I thought I'd make up for my delinquency by posting the following:
RMG video 6/10/8
(Blogger and I aren't getting along at the moment, the link to photobucket is temporary)
Is he not the cutest baby in the whole wide world?
Yes - that is a redsox game playing in the background if you can hear the audio. :)
Yay for new babies.
RMG video 6/10/8
(Blogger and I aren't getting along at the moment, the link to photobucket is temporary)
Is he not the cutest baby in the whole wide world?
Yes - that is a redsox game playing in the background if you can hear the audio. :)
Yay for new babies.
Tuesday, June 3, 2008
No news is...still more waiting.
Maybe that's not how the old saying goes, but it is certainly how I feel right now. We had another sono yesterday (our 8th) and he's healthy and happy and still upside-down. So we wait until Friday.
Today I start dealing with the slew of things that need to be handled before Justin moves in August. Cars come first. We need to figure out which of the two (if either) car can make the trip across the country, starting with the Toyota. So I made an appointment to have it inspected by our trusted car mechanic. Of course, when I tried to bring it over there...it wouldn't start. Yes, this is the same "car #2" that wouldn't start last time we needed to get it over to the shop. We tried jumping it...to no avail. So now I sit and wait for the tow truck.
While I understand that a large fraction of the problems suffered by this car stem from disuse, what makes us think this car has a chance of making it to Phoenix? We shall see what the repair/inspection holds.
Hippo at the San Diego zoo from our trip out in April. While it is not actually meant to be a commentary about how big I feel right now...you can take it any way you want to.
Today I start dealing with the slew of things that need to be handled before Justin moves in August. Cars come first. We need to figure out which of the two (if either) car can make the trip across the country, starting with the Toyota. So I made an appointment to have it inspected by our trusted car mechanic. Of course, when I tried to bring it over there...it wouldn't start. Yes, this is the same "car #2" that wouldn't start last time we needed to get it over to the shop. We tried jumping it...to no avail. So now I sit and wait for the tow truck.
While I understand that a large fraction of the problems suffered by this car stem from disuse, what makes us think this car has a chance of making it to Phoenix? We shall see what the repair/inspection holds.
Hippo at the San Diego zoo from our trip out in April. While it is not actually meant to be a commentary about how big I feel right now...you can take it any way you want to.
Sunday, June 1, 2008
Random knitting.
I've been sitting around a lot in the evenings trying to keep my (ever more swollen) feet up and relax. Knitting goes well with this (lack of) activity.
I have also been feeling somewhat guilty about buying more yarn before I use what I have - so I dove into my stash and found some leftover yarn from a few of my first projects, and made a kids sweater - see:
It's a "size 2" (whatever the heck that means). I'm calling it my 'Celtics sweater' since it was knit entirely during the Celtics/Pistons series, which is funny since it's green. It must be good luck though - 'cuz the Celtics are going to the finals.
I also FINALLY put the eyes on my monster hat. This is a great knit. I found the pattern at one of my FAVORITE knitting blogs The half assed knit blog:
And fun to wear - too bad one doesn't need warm hats in Phoenix.
Can you tell I'm just killing time between now and Friday?
I have also been feeling somewhat guilty about buying more yarn before I use what I have - so I dove into my stash and found some leftover yarn from a few of my first projects, and made a kids sweater - see:
It's a "size 2" (whatever the heck that means). I'm calling it my 'Celtics sweater' since it was knit entirely during the Celtics/Pistons series, which is funny since it's green. It must be good luck though - 'cuz the Celtics are going to the finals.
I also FINALLY put the eyes on my monster hat. This is a great knit. I found the pattern at one of my FAVORITE knitting blogs The half assed knit blog:
And fun to wear - too bad one doesn't need warm hats in Phoenix.
Can you tell I'm just killing time between now and Friday?
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Baby update
Russell Georgi is as stubborn as both his parents can be. This does not bode well.
As of May 19th, he was estimated at a little over 8lbs. (For those keeping score, that is big for 37 weeks 5 days). But, from a much more immediately important standpoint, he was also still breech.
So, last Friday (May 23rd) we went in for an external cephalic version (ECV) which is basically where they push on my stomach from the outside to see if they can get him to move on the inside.
No luck.
He is still transverse breech, meaning that his head is on one side of my upper abdomen and his butt is on the other side of my upper abdomen. Note: neither of these are anywhere near my pelvis where they belong. This is a completely undeliverable position.
As a result, I am now officially scheduled for a c-section next Friday (June 6th) and barring a change in his position between now and then, will be Russell's birthday. It isn't my first choice, I admit. At this point however, it does appear to be the only choice.
The end, as they say, is in sight. At least I now have a date to look forward to.
As of May 19th, he was estimated at a little over 8lbs. (For those keeping score, that is big for 37 weeks 5 days). But, from a much more immediately important standpoint, he was also still breech.
So, last Friday (May 23rd) we went in for an external cephalic version (ECV) which is basically where they push on my stomach from the outside to see if they can get him to move on the inside.
No luck.
He is still transverse breech, meaning that his head is on one side of my upper abdomen and his butt is on the other side of my upper abdomen. Note: neither of these are anywhere near my pelvis where they belong. This is a completely undeliverable position.
As a result, I am now officially scheduled for a c-section next Friday (June 6th) and barring a change in his position between now and then, will be Russell's birthday. It isn't my first choice, I admit. At this point however, it does appear to be the only choice.
The end, as they say, is in sight. At least I now have a date to look forward to.
Friday, May 23, 2008
Congrats again, Dr. Georgi
Well, the ceremonies are over, and it's official: Justin has his PhD. I am so very proud...and so very jealous!
Justin and I after the ceremony.
Check out the snazzy 50th anniversary red Stony Brook Robes! Stylin' huh? (Not that the regular blue ones are much better.)
Andy, Cathy, and Justin at the reception.
So, two posts in two days - you guys are getting spoiled...
Justin and I after the ceremony.
Check out the snazzy 50th anniversary red Stony Brook Robes! Stylin' huh? (Not that the regular blue ones are much better.)
Andy, Cathy, and Justin at the reception.
So, two posts in two days - you guys are getting spoiled...
By request - belly pic.
So, figuring I should reward the few people who keep up with my blog, here is a belly pic from Tuesday morning. Last time I measured I was 45 inches around.
Which - leads to a funny story -
This last weekend we were watching the Red Sox on tv, and because TBS knew they had a huge NE audience, they played a commercial for Mens Casual XL stores featuring Matt Light (Offensive Lineman for the Patriots). The commercial opens something to the effect of "I know how hard it can be to find casual and attractive clothing when you have a 42" waist..."
It made me pause a moment, and I turned to Justin and said, "um...my waist is larger than Matt Light's"
A rare moment of disturbing clarity about just how big I am.
Enjoy the pic.
Which - leads to a funny story -
This last weekend we were watching the Red Sox on tv, and because TBS knew they had a huge NE audience, they played a commercial for Mens Casual XL stores featuring Matt Light (Offensive Lineman for the Patriots). The commercial opens something to the effect of "I know how hard it can be to find casual and attractive clothing when you have a 42" waist..."
It made me pause a moment, and I turned to Justin and said, "um...my waist is larger than Matt Light's"
A rare moment of disturbing clarity about just how big I am.
Enjoy the pic.
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Happy (slightly belated) Mommy's Day!
I hope all the mommy's out there had a Happy Mother's Day!
Having the most wonderful husband in the world meant that I got spoiled rotten all day despite not actually being a mommy yet (but I am so close, who's counting?) We had my favorite breakfast (crepes with fresh strawberries - YUM!) and I got to relax all day and read and watch baseball. I also, of course, called all my mommies, which is one of my favorite things to do.
Then Justin made me a fantastic dinner and we watched the Red Sox that night! Yay for national games! The only thing that could have made it better would have been if the Sox had actually won.
Next year I will actually have a Little One to share Mother's Day with. I am most excited.
Having the most wonderful husband in the world meant that I got spoiled rotten all day despite not actually being a mommy yet (but I am so close, who's counting?) We had my favorite breakfast (crepes with fresh strawberries - YUM!) and I got to relax all day and read and watch baseball. I also, of course, called all my mommies, which is one of my favorite things to do.
Then Justin made me a fantastic dinner and we watched the Red Sox that night! Yay for national games! The only thing that could have made it better would have been if the Sox had actually won.
Next year I will actually have a Little One to share Mother's Day with. I am most excited.
Sunday, May 4, 2008
Baby predictions
At my baby shower here on Long Island, each guest gave a prediction on Russell's birth date and weight. Since I am so terrible about losing things like tiny little pieces of papers, I thought I'd record them all here.
CJ May 23 7lbs 10oz
Kate May 28 8lbs 13 oz
Anne May 31 6lbs 9oz
Ashley June 3 9.6lbs
Sarah June 5 9lbs 4oz
Warda June 11 7lbs
Jessie June 13 7lbs 6oz
Gina June 13 8lbs 10oz
Suzanne June 15 8lbs 9oz
Saumya June 16 8lbs
Let's see who's closest! (If you made predictions at my Mass. baby shower, Kim still has those; I never got a chance to look at them) Good luck everyone!
CJ May 23 7lbs 10oz
Kate May 28 8lbs 13 oz
Anne May 31 6lbs 9oz
Ashley June 3 9.6lbs
Sarah June 5 9lbs 4oz
Warda June 11 7lbs
Jessie June 13 7lbs 6oz
Gina June 13 8lbs 10oz
Suzanne June 15 8lbs 9oz
Saumya June 16 8lbs
Let's see who's closest! (If you made predictions at my Mass. baby shower, Kim still has those; I never got a chance to look at them) Good luck everyone!
Friday, May 2, 2008
Congratulations Dr. Justin Georgi!!
Yesterday Justin successfully defended his dissertation defense! He gave an excellent talk that was enjoyed by all. I couldn't be more proud of him.
Tonight we celebrate with friends.
If you get a chance, drop him a line and congratulate him.
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