Baby not so much a blob anymore!

Whenever I look at this picture, it amazes me. I guess I still don't believe that I have a human being growing inside of me despite:

1. My incredibly sore boobs
2. Food aversions from almost anything but ice cream.
3. My irritability and lack of patience for those around me, especially my coworkers
4. Dry skin
5. Weight gain. =[
6. Other physical ailments that I do not wish to divulge

I'm not really showing yet. I definitely have a pooch, but its not really a bump.. it just looks like I've gotten chunkier. I don't know when it'll start to feel real.... but perhaps with time. I don't feel particularly maternal yet, but I am hoping and hoping that it will kick in once the kid is here -- or else this kid is in big trouble. I think pregnancy hormones can really mess with your head, and these are the kinds of doomsday scenarios I think of when I have time to daydream. So, Al and I have started to tell ppl and announce or little (big) news, so I'll finish this post in FAQ style:

What is the hardest thing about pregnancy:
Besides all the physical ailments, I am definitely moodier, and this can be really exhuasting. You know how its such a downer to be around downer ppl? Well, sometimes I feel like I'm always around a downer person, because I AM THE DOWNER PERSON. Haha..... hopefully this will soon pass

When is the kid due?
January 5th. If it comes in December.... tax break, baby!

Are you excited?
Yes, deep deep deep down, I am very excited. Right now, I'm just dealing with a lot of stuff.. but for reals.. I am excited.

Boy or girl?
Before I got preggo, I wanted a girl, but now I can truly say I don't care. I know it sounds cliche, but I just want it to be healthy!We'll find out in about 5 weeks.


Ok then, till next time....