Just When You Thought It Couldn't Get Any Bigger. . .

Whoa!!! It is so weird for me to look at how big my tummy is, especially considering how BIG I THOUGHT it was a month ago! It is just poppin out there and causing me many discomforts. I'd have to say the worst is trying to get off the bed to pee 4 times every night. I have figured that rolling off is easier than trying to sit up, but sometimes I can't stop the momentum and I practically fall on my face. Just a few more weeks to endure. . . I can handle that. . . at least I don't have heart burn all day, or feel like I'm going to dry heave everytime I bend over; Oh wait yes I have that too! Really I'm just glad that I have been healthy and that it has been a pretty smooth pregnancy. (I'm just praying that the labor and delivery will be as well! Is that too much to ask for???) I have been pretty lucky and I should stop complaining. At least now I know why pregnancy lasts 9 months instead of 8; I'm not longer terrified of labor, I'm just ready to get him out!

3 weeks and 2 days till due date.

We tried to get Daisy out of the picture this time, but it looks like we were unsuccessful! LOL! That little camera hog!

Happy Easter!

Happy Easter to everyone. Although we are thousands of miles away from home, we had an enjoyable Easter together. As we watched General Conference, we were edified and uplifted listening to the messages from the prophet and his apostles. If you haven't done so already, take time to watch the following Easter video. It is very powerful and turns our focus to the true meaning of Easter and to Christ's atonement for each of us.

The BIG 2!!!

My little Daisy girl just turned the big 2 years old! I can't believe how fast she is growing up!!! LOL! :) She really has stayed the same size for the past year, but I thought it would be fun to have a little celebration for her on her big day. It was especially special as her birthday landed on Easter this year. We celebrated by going to our local Pet Lover's Centre and had her pick out a brand new collar. It is absolutely Daisy, and looks perfect on her. She also got a new doggie toothbrush, since I was previously using a little child's toothbrush. I must say, there really is a big difference and I think her dental hygiene is going to benefit big time. ;)

Her beautiful new collar. Pretty and pink.

She had the luxury of enjoying a high-class meal of barbequed pork, mashed potatoes, and veggies. Notice the plate??? Yes even doggies can be special.

Here she is not sure if we are serious about her getting to eat the entire plate. . . It took her all of 15 seconds to realize we were serious, and another 10 seconds to have the plate completely devoured.

I was worried she'd choke because there was no chewing just inhaling. I thought it was funny that she saved the veggies for last. . . But don't worry she ate those too! Later that night we went to dinner at some friends in our ward. Of course Daisy got to come along and hang out with her best pal Kelly. (That's the name of their little shitzu. She is so adorable!) I'd have to say that sounds like the perfect ending to a perfect day for a pup turning two!

This wasn't taken on her B-day, but I thought it was so cute! She really loves cuddling with Jer after he gets home from work. . . and it doesn't look like he minds it either! :)

6 Weeks To Go And Just About Ready. . .

I think we are finally ready for the big day, as far as buying things for the little guy. He sure is spoiled! (A big thanks to Beverly and Jerry for shipping us all our last purchases!) We have everything bought and set up. All I need to do is pack my hospital bag. You experienced moms out there, what would you say is a MUST for me to pack??? Here are the latest "must have's" for a new baby. . . or so I thought. :)

Of course you need bedding. . . I really liked this color scheme, even though it isn't the "sports" theme I always thought our baby boy would have to have; I love it!

You need a stroller. . .

The much anticipated Bugaboo stroller. I was so excited to get this stroller, and it arrived yesterday. I spent quite some time setting it up, becuase I couldn't wait for Jeremy to get home from work. I think he would have had it assembled in half the time it took me and my belly. . . but I sure felt accomplished once I finally finished it! Daisy on the other hand felt a little neglected.

Look at those tires! They could climb a mountain! (Helen our neighbor said it is so big like a tank. And I guess it could rough the terrain just like a tank.) And it comes with a fashionable pram so that the baby can lay down flat. Apparently that is supposed to be better for the baby's back. (How do you keep up with all the changes in what's best for the baby???)

And of course you NEED a snake skin nappy bag! For those of you who were like me 5 months ago and had no clue what a nappy was, it is what this part of the world calls a diaper. This is not a diaper bag it is a nappy bag. Kind of a funny word huh? (It sounds really good coming from an Aussie or British accent.)

Does a newborn NEED a pair of Nike Airmax??? If Jeremy is the father, that would be a definite YES! Those of you who don't know, Jeremy is a shoe fanatic! Especially when it comes to Nike, he has almost every color of Nike Shox ever created. So I'm sure this is just the first pair of many to come. . . that's what we love about Jer, he is so stylish!

Our Trip Down Under

Finally I am posting the highlights of our trip to Brisbane, Australia. I have always wanted to go to Aussie land and I can't believe that I have! I am looking forward to going back when I'm not prego, so we can scuba dive at the Great Barrier Reef. Jeremy would also like to go to the outback and see a real aborigine. As for me I wouldn't mind going to the outback to find me a little 'creamy' to bring back home. (I don't know if you've seen the movie Australia, but I absolutely loved that little creamy and I want one! :) I'd also like to see Sydney, as we've been told it is very different from Brisbane. Although Brisbane is a big city, it is laid back and very relaxed. It doesn't have the hustle and bustle of Sydney. After coming from Singapore, we really enjoyed the serenity of Brisbane. If you get a chance to go it is well worth it.

A beautiful shot of Brisbane. One of my favorite things about this city, is how the river runs literally right through downtown. It is so beautiful.

One of the days Freya and Nathan took us to the Koala Sanctuary. It was a great time, except for the heat! It was only bearable for a couple of hours.

Jeremy thought this sign was so cool! Singapore is 6,173km away (an 8hr flight) New York 15,496km (a really long flight!)

The one and only 'Crocodile Dundee'!!! Not really but he looked just like an older version of him. This was the dog/sheep show at the sanctuary. It was amazing how trained these dogs were and very entertaining!

After herding the sheep into the coral, they would just jump right on top of them. Here he is looking all cozy on top of the sheep!

He had his tongue out too, but he wanted me to look like a dork for the picture!

This made me laugh, Jeremy does this same thing to Daisy and she goes right to sleep. Who would have thought that it works on Kangaroos as well? I guess he's got "the touch" with animals, I wonder if his charms will work getting Crew to sleep?

Freya and I, frolicking with the roos!

If you look close enough you can see that he is sucking his thumb!

This was another highlight of the sanctuary; I got to hold a Koala! (Just a Koala not a Koala Bear. They are not bears but marsupials. Just an FYI so you don't sound dumb if you're ever talking to an Aussie.) It was great holding him, until he pooped right in my hand!

Look comfy?

This was the kindergarten. These were the young koalas. They are so cute and remind me of little snuggly babies.

Can you see the huge spider just floating in the air??? This gigantic spider had created a web from the top of two trees hanging right over the walk path. Jeremy almost freaked when he had to walk under it. . . what a sissy!

After the scantuary we went to the botanical gardens. This is where Freya had the pictures taken after the wedding. It was beautiful! This was a funny little statue there.

After the botancial garden we went to the look out (can't remember what it's called) but you can see the entire city. It was breathtaking! And finally a cool breeze!

From the lookout. You can see how the river winds through the city.

Another day we went to the beach, unfortunately it wasn't the best weather conditions. It was really windy and slightly overcast. But the water was absolutey fantastic! It was so warm. Even though the waves were too big for an unsteady pregnant girl, I enjoyed it close to shore.

You can see how windy it was. When we came back to find our towels and shoes, they were completely covered with sand! We had to dig them out!

Oh how cute! Jeremy does have a romantic side. :)

This is a night shot from the floating board walk. It was so peaceful walking along the river at night.