Trying to keep busy

It's been hard to keep busy so far this summer. It was so easy just a month ago, when we were right in the middle of preschool, t-ball practices/games, and play dates. Now, everything is over and with me being right smack dab in my last few weeks of pregnancy, we find ourselves at home a lot more than usual. Sounds weird, but the day usually goes by so much smoother out and about. They aren't fighting as much, the hours go by faster, and the house stays cleaner. However, just the thought of getting us all ready and out the door is literally exhausting. I seriously can't take a shower and/or put makeup on without getting out of breath and tired. I'm really trying to enjoy these last few weeks, but at this point I really want to be exhausted for reasons other than feeling large and not being able to sleep because I can't get comfortable or need to pee every hour. Night time feedings and peaceful snuggles in the dark for the win!

We did manage to get out of the house for a play date with a friend of mine the other day. Her kids are almost the exact same age as my two. It's so funny watching them play together because it just reminds us of when _we_ played together all those years ago (we have been friends since 2nd grade!). The two girls get along so well and had a dance party the whole time. The boys, on the other hand, spent their time fighting over toys which ended in some hitting and some tears. Of course, within minutes they were completely over it, while my friend and I sat there like "I thought they were fighting?" LOL, just another example of the difference between boys and girls. ;)

Em also has a pool party today that I am NOT looking forward to. I know that she will have a blast, but there is no way in hell I'm getting into a bathing suit in front of a group of mother's I don't know. Heck, I wouldn't get in a bathing suit in front of people I DO know. I'm not that mean. ;) Last week I bought a long non-maternity tank top and some comfy shorts and that will be my pool attire. I'm hoping I won't even have to get in the water and can just hang out beside the pool and watch Emma play, but knowing her, I'll be forced in at some point.


In baby news, I have some of my hospital bag packed! Not a a lot, but I think Declan is all set. All I put in there for him is some clothes, a blanket, a boppy pillow, and some wipes. Diapers will be provided there (along with anything else I might need) so he is set. My mom, who has always bought my pj's for the hospital with all of my kids has said that we are making that a priority this upcoming week. After those are bought, along with the car seat, I THINK we are done! Then it just becomes a waiting game. I have fingers and toes crossed that I am progressing at my 37 week appointment on Monday.

A few pics from our latest play date.

Crazy things happen when these girls get together!