I'm one of those people.

Last night Eric and I were watching a little 60 Minutes with Anderson Cooper interviewing Adele. At one point the segment talked about how Adele's songs have been spoofed on SNL because of how many people seem to get so emotional when listening to them. Eric snickered as they showed some of the SNL skits and said something like, "It's true, there really are people like that." I said, "Like what?" and he said, "That get all into and emotional during a song." I then punched him in the arm, because I am one of those people who can really get into and emotional during a song. I judge music on whether it makes me feel something (besides annoyance or distaste for the song). Whether its the lyrics or the tune, if a song makes me feel elation or love or nostalgia or sadness, that's a good tune to me.

We got home from the Lougee fam's house around 7pm last night and I was able to plug in my phone and check Facebook. I started seeing all these tributes to Whitney Houston. I was stunned to learn she'd died. I scurried down the hall to tell Eric the unbelievable news. To him it was old news ... apparently it had been discussed while I was in a back room nursing Ella earlier in the day. What was more frustrating was his seeming lack of distraughtness!

Sure, she'd had several issues and it wasn't necessarily a shock, but I loved Whitney Houston. I loved her voice. Her voice evoked emotion. Admittedly, I've seen the R rated 'Bodyguard.' And because of that movie, "I Will Always Love You" became one of those songs I never tired of hearing, especially when done by Madam Whitney.

And so, as I continue to mourn a little this Monday morning, I offer you a scene from the Bodyguard.




Life is short and unpredictable. I often take it for granted. And so, since tomorrow is a day to celebrate love, I encourage you all to hug your loves a little tighter and to sing that song on the radio a little louder.

And, in case you're interested, here are two songs I currently approve of:

Song #1
Song #2

nesting: take one

Wow, what is happening with my face here? 

Here is my 31.5 week belly picture. In comparing this photo to my 27.5 week photo, I don't see much of a difference. But, I definitely feel a difference. It's been harder to sit up or bend over or stand up after squatting down. I'd been getting away with just using an elastic belly band to convert regular pants into "maternity" pants - but lately it's just not very comfortable! This morning I went through a bin of maternity clothes a gal at church loaned me and found some work maternity pants to wear. Much more comfortable! 

In case I forgot to mention it, at the last doctor's appointment, my doctor confirmed that I did NOT have gestational diabetes. I was very glad! Who wants diabetes for Christmas? Not this girl. 

My mom, sister and brother came up for the weekend. 

Eric was in full force performing husband, son-in-law and brother-in-law duties. But he was a trooper and big help! 

Mom and I worked on a few different projects - she's such a helpful gal. 

One was a felt mitten "garland" to put on the tree at Christmas. Riley helped with that project, too. 

I worked on some handmade little gifts for some friends. 

We also sewed a bath towel for the baby and got the nursery all arranged! We've still got some putting away of things to do and some finishing touches (like, say, a crib mattress). But, the furniture is all arranged and most of the wall decor up! 

Probably my favorite set up in the room, currently. Old milk crate as a book shelf!

Not pictured*The changing table. Currently piled high with things that need to be put away.

When things are more polished I'll post some updated photos! Preferably in the daytime so that the lighting is a bit better. It's really pretty airy, yet cozy in there. Eric's new favorite thing to do is just go sit in the "baby room."

Stay tuned.