Preggo Stats--38 Weeks

How far along: 38 weeks

Total weight gain: 12 1/2lbs (I've gained another pound and a half)

This is the holiday outfit I mentioned in last week's stats.

How big is baby: The size of a pumpkin!

Maternity Clothes: Yep! In fact, I really could buy some more because even what I do have is starting to become uncomfortable, but I refuse to spend more money with Christmas so close, and since I won't be like this forever (though it sometimes feels that way)

Sleep: Still bad...although I was able to sleep in this weekend with Adam for the first time in a long time and it felt glorious!

Best moment this week: Finding our that we are 1cm dilated and 30-40 effaced!

Movement: Same as last week's: Despite not having as much room, he's still a pretty active fella.(Although he did give us a scare this morning--he didn't move for the longest time--he was probably just sleeping, but needless to say my heart wouldn't stop pounding and worrying until we prayed and he finally moved!)

Food cravings: Christmas goodies--not that I really want to eat a ton of baked goods, but the smells are heavenly, especially almond extract (it's like catnip for me right now)!

Food aversions: None.

Gender: BOY!

Labor signs: I finally had a random contraction on Monday during my first block class (maybe it was a Braxton Hicks?)--it took my breath away and stunned me for a minute or so, but then passed. I haven't had one since which is kind of upsetting because I wish he were here already.

Belly button in or out: In

What I miss: Good sleep and having the motivation to really get stuff done, like crafting, sewing, scrapbooking, reading a good book, watching a movie, cooking (although I am finally getting my stride back), etc.
What I'm not loving: (1) His feet are all the way up under my ribs, which is killing me! (2) That we still have two weeks of school! (3) Having to be patient awaiting his arrival.
What I’m looking forward to: (1) Obviously, the birth of our son! (2) We only have two weeks left of school--which is glorious since I have only nine of those ten days left with freshmen!

What I'm loving:That I was able to spend some time this weekend with my hubby (he took me out to breakfast yesterday which was a treat) and my mother and I were able to bake away the afternoon today!

Milestone(s): We're finally dilating/effacing which means we're slowly getting into the process of labor!

Preggo Stats--37 Weeks

How far along: 37 weeks

Total weight gain: 11 (I gained three pounds from all that hearty Thanksgiving food!!!)

How big is baby: The size of a winter melon

Maternity Clothes: Yup! I just got some wintery/Christmas-y clothes--a turtleneck, red cardigan, and silver sequined shirt (you'll see this outfit in the next post) but what's great is that none of those items are maternity so I'll be able to wear them after the baby's born.

Sleep: Getting worse! I feel like a zombie most mornings--groggy and all out of sorts because I'm not getting enough sleep and what I am getting isn't good.

Best moment this week: Having a Happy 26th Birthday :-)

Movement: Despite not having as much room, he's still a pretty active fella.

Food cravings: Moose tracks ice-cream(thanks Mom & Dad)!

Food aversions: None this week.

Gender: BOY!

Labor signs: None and still no Braxton Hicks (which surprises me)!

Belly button in or out: In

What I miss: Good sleep!
What I'm not loving: That we still have three weeks of school! Long car rides: we went to get our glider this week and I couldn't handle the hour ride to Roanoke! 
What I’m looking forward to: That we only have three weeks left of school! Getting our Christmas decorations up! I love this time of year!

What I'm loving: We got our Christmas tree--it makes the house smell amazing!

Milestone(s): (1) We FINALLY got a glider (see picture)! This was the one item Adam really wanted and we've had the most difficult time finding one since we refused to pay for a brand new one that would cost too much! Adam finally found one from a lady off Craiglist in Roaonke for $60 with an ottoman, too! We drove up Thursday night and got it, it's perfect--the size is a bit larger so it's more comfortable and the material is super soft! Way to go hubbs! (2) The nursery is finally complete (a post to come on that later)!

Preggo Stats--36 Weeks

How far along: 36 weeks

Total weight gain: 8 (probably more now that I've had my fill of platefuls of Thanksgiving food)! 

How big is baby: The size of a honeydew melon

Maternity Clothes: Yup!

Sleep: I had the best night's sleep at our friends the Vaughan's house, but ever since it's been kind of crappy (which I knew was something to expect)

Best moment this week: Going to Mobjack to spend Thanksgiving with our family, seeing some friends we haven't in a while, putting up the Christmas tree with Adam's family and then making it back safely to spend Black Friday aka our "Thanksgiving" with my family as well. 

Movement: TONS -- especially after eating Thanksgiving food!

Food cravings: Ham and stuffing which was graciously eaten this week!

Food aversions: Celery--it was in Granny's stuffing and I couldn't eat it :-(

Gender: BOY!

Labor signs: None and still no Braxton Hicks (which surprises me)!

Belly button in or out: In

What I miss: Good sleep!
What I'm not loving: That we still have four weeks of school! And car rides! I found out that the trip coming home from Mobjack nearly drove me insane so we can say for sure we won't be taking any more trips until this fella arrives!
What I’m looking forward to: That we only have four weeks of school! And my birthday--I'll be the whopping 2-6 this year!

What I'm loving: Thanksgiving leftovers! We have less than a month to go until the due date and only one month until Christmas!

Milestone(s): We received some lovely gifts from some family that didn't make it to the baby shower in October and they were some BIG ones: a swing and a bassinet! Thank you Kim, Dru, Allison, and Ashley!

Preggo Stats--35 Weeks

How far along: 35 weeks

Total weight gain: 8lbs 

How big is baby: The size of a coconut - but he's waaay cuter ;-) 

Maternity Clothes: Yup!

Sleep: Same as last week - it hasn't been too bad lately (probably because I fall asleep around 9-9:30 most nights)

Best moment this week: Celebrating a happy and wonderful 3 year anniversary to my favorite man!

Movement: TONS as always and we're both loving every minute of it!

Food cravings: Cereal

Food aversions: None.

Gender: BOY!

Labor signs: None and still no Braxton Hicks

Belly button in or out: In, but managing to shrink away.

What I miss: Spending the weekends with Adam...that is really getting to me :-(
What I'm not loving: Same as last week: my fourth block class, that is really my biggest complaint--but I'm trying to see them as an opportunity to persevere and find joy in the Lord (but trust me this is hard)!
What I’m looking forward to: (1) Going to the Christmas Craft Show at BHS and meeting up with some girlfriends for breakfast--it does my heart good to be with friends (2) Thanksgiving! Gah - gimme that ham and stuffing now!

What I'm loving: The approaching holiday season--this is my favorite time of year!

Milestone(s): Celebrating three wonderful years to my hubby, he's the best man and I'm so thankful God made him mine!

Preggo Stats--34 Weeks

How far along: 34 weeks

Total weight gain: 6 3/4 almost 7 lbs

How big is baby: The size of a butternut squash (which is perfect since it's Fall)

Maternity Clothes: Yessum! I'm hoping to get a few pieces from Motherhood Maternity for the holiday season

Sleep: It hasn't been too bad lately (probably because I fall asleep around 9-9:30 most nights)

Best moment this week: Having Election Day off was such a nice break from the regular work week!

Movement: TONS!

Food cravings: Mom's Hamburger Soup (it's more like vegetable soup with hamburger) and Japanese food (thankfully I had both of my cravings satisfied this week!)

Food aversions: None.

Gender: BOY!

Labor signs: None yet, but I am awaiting Braxton Hicks

Belly button in or out: In- but getting "smaller" according to Adam

What I miss: Keeping up with others when walking--I've definitely got the waddle going on ;-)
What I'm not loving: My fourth block class, that is really my biggest complaint--but I'm trying to see them as an opportunity to persevere and find joy in the Lord (but trust me this is hard)!
What I’m looking forward to: Thanksgiving! It is my favorite holiday and while we're not sure what Adam's schedule will be yet, I've got my fingers crossed hoping we'll be able to make a trip out to Mobjack again to see our family and friends!

What I'm loving: All the progress we've made in getting ready for the baby!!! 

Milestone(s): I got all the baby clothes washed and organized and made some more progress in getting the nursery ready thanks to my bestest Hazel!

Preggo Stats--33 Weeks

How far along: 33 weeks

Total weight gain: 6 1/2 lbs

How big is baby: The size of a durian--don't worry I had no idea what this was either. Apparently it's some kind of fruit. You can see some images of it here.

Maternity Clothes: Yessum!

Sleep: Getting slightly better, but my back sure is killing me!

Best moment this week: spending Halloween with my hubby and friends!

Movement: Tons of it and I'm loving it!

Food cravings: Halloween candy, but I crave that every year at this time ;-)

Food aversions: None.

Gender: BOY!

Labor signs: Hopefully none for a few more weeks!!!

Belly button in or out: In- but getting more shallow

What I miss: Being able to sleep through the entire night.
What I'm not loving: My fourth block class, that is really my biggest complaint--but I'm trying to see them as an opportunity to persevere and find joy in the Lord (but trust me this is hard)!
What I’m looking forward to: Having Tuesday off for Election Day and having this presidential election done and over with!!! (I love teaching Government but there's only so many negative ads a girl can take!)

What I'm loving: The nursery is finally coming along! I've been worried/anxious to get it done for weeks now and we're finally able to work on it!

Milestone(s): We're now into the last six weeks at school and November provides us with lots of days off so I'm really really excited that there's finally a light at the end of this tunnel for school!

Preggo Stats--32 Weeks

How far along: 32 weeks

Total weight gain: 6 1/2 lbs

How big is baby: The size of a squash

Maternity Clothes: Yessum!

Sleep: Good and bad depending on the night.

Best moment this week: Being able to take a 3 day weekend with the hubbs to go see family and friends in Mobjack/Mathews, VA where we were able to have Baby Shower#2 & 3!

Movement: Tons of it and I'm loving it!

Food cravings: None this week, maybe ice cream if that.

Food aversions: Nothing really sticks out.

Gender: BOY!

Labor signs: Hopefully none for a few more weeks!!!

Belly button in or out: In but getting more shallow

What I miss: Being able to sleep through the entire night.
What I'm not loving: How tired I am this trimester, I keep going to bed earlier and earlier!
What I’m looking forward to: Halloween--it's right around the corner and I love seeing all the different costumes kids wear, plus my friends Hazel & Amanda will be coming down--we're ordering pizza and gonna watch "Hocus Pocus" while trick-or-treaters come to our door.

What I'm loving: Baby Shower #2 hosted by my sweet mother-in-law and her dear friend Priscilla--it was amazing--pictures and post to come as well as Baby Shower #3 which was given to us by our church in Mathews, VA - Redeeming Grace--both showers really blessed us!

Milestone(s): We got several items we really wanted/needed from the baby showers!!!

Preggo Stats--31 Weeks

How far along: 31 weeks

Total weight gain: 6 lbs

How big is baby: The size of a pineapple

Maternity Clothes: You know it!!

Sleep: Good and bad depending on the night.

Best moment this week: We got the stroller my parents and brother got for us! Adam put it together and it looks fantastic, I'm very happy with our choice of stroller!

Movement: Oodles! Apparently its a party in my belly everyday ;-)

Food cravings: Japanese food! (I finally had this for dinner last night!!!)

Food aversions: I've noticed spicy foods are what is triggering (part) of the acid reflux so I'm trying to be more careful by not eating certain foods.

Gender: BOY!

Labor signs: Hopefully none for a few more weeks!!!

Belly button in or out: In

What I miss: Getting out and doing much; we haven't had much time to ourselves as a couple so I'm really looking forward to the end of this month!
What I'm not loving: How tired I am this trimester, I keep going to bed earlier and earlier!
What I’m looking forward to: Our second baby shower (which will be next weekend) and hosted by my wonderful mother-in-law, Marty! 

What I'm loving: Adam finished painting the trim in the nursery so we're done painting! In other news, I've been going to a Bible study with Sue (a colleague and great sister and friend) for the past couple of weeks and it's doing my heart lots of good!

Milestone(s): We got the stroller this week and today's our first baby shower!!!

Preggo Stats--30 Weeks

How far along: 30 weeks

Total weight gain: 6 lbs

How big is baby: The size of a cucumber

Maternity Clothes: It felt like Christmas this week because I ordered a pair of jeans and they finally arrived (they're the ones I'm wearing in the picture)

Sleep: Continuing to get worse...I know this is a sign of things to come and expect

Best moment this week: Adam and Dad finished painting the nursery (I said this last week, but the color we chose for the top part of the room looked terrible so they fixed it--all that's left is the trim!)

Movement: Oodles! Apparently its a party in my belly everyday ;-)

Food cravings: Japanese food!

Food aversions: I've noticed spicy foods are what is triggering (part) of the acid reflux so I'm trying to be more careful by not eating certain foods.

Gender: BOY!

Labor signs: None--though we are educating ourselves about what to expect!

Belly button in or out: In

What I miss: Getting out and doing much; we haven't had much time to ourselves as a couple so I'm really looking forward to the end of this month!
What I'm not loving: My 4th block World History I class
What I’m looking forward to: Our first baby shower :-D It's next Saturday and I'm eager and thrilled to see everyone and get lots of goodies for our little fella! 

What I'm loving: Fall -- this is my favorite season!

Milestone(s): We got a few gifts for the baby already!

Preggo Stats--29 Weeks

It was homecoming week at the high school I work at and on this particular
day itwas "Throwback Thursday" where you dress up from a period history
and I chose to
be Greek for a day!

How far along: 29 weeks

Total weight gain: 6+ lbs

How big is baby: The size of an acorn squash

Maternity Clothes: Yep!

Sleep: I've got the whole getting up in the middle of the night thing down, but now I'm starting to toss more and more as its getting more difficult to sleep on my sides, too. 

Best moment this week: Having the weekend off (I had class last weekend and next weekend so having time off is precious)!

Movement: Oodles! Apparently its a party in my belly everyday ;-)

Food cravings: Cheeseburgers -- but the real kind -- not the McDonald's processed stuff!

Food aversions: I've noticed spicy foods are what is triggering (part) of the acid reflux so I'm trying to be more careful by not eating certain foods.

Gender: BOY!

Labor signs: None--though we are educating ourselves about what to expect!

Belly button in or out: Innie

What I miss: I know I've said this before, but sleeping on my stomach
What I'm not loving: My 4th block World History I class--those kids don't know the meaning of discipline and good behavior!
What I’m looking forward to: Finishing the nursery; we only painted it this weekend, and have a ways to go, but my goal is to have the bulk of it finished by the end of this month! And I'm looking forward to the upcoming baby showers!!!!

What I'm loving: The smell, looks, and tastes of fall! (I have candied pecan from BHG in my scentsy and it smells delicious!)

Milestone(s): Getting the nursery painted

Preggo Stats--28 Weeks

How far along: 28 weeks

Total weight gain: 6+ lbs

How big is baby: The size of an eggplant!

Maternity Clothes: Yep!

Sleep: Still getting up at least once and sometimes twice a night.

Best moment this week: We made it to the third trimester!!!

Movement: Oodles! 

Food cravings: Cereal (just about any kind)

Food aversions: None, just some of the same things I didn't like before I got pregnant.

Gender: BOY!

Labor signs: None

Belly button in or out: Still in

What I miss: Having consistent time off with Adam!
What I'm not loving: My 4th block World History I class--those kids don't know the meaning of discipline and good behavior!
What I’m looking forward to: Getting the nursery together!

What I'm loving: The weather--it's getting much cooler and feels more like fall!

Milestone(s): Passing the glucose tolerance test after getting a slightly elevated result from the glucose screening!

Preggo Stats--27 Weeks

How far along: 27 weeks

Total weight gain: 1 1/2 lbs

How big is baby: The size of a rutabaga

Maternity Clothes: Yep!

Sleep: I am up at least once a night; sometimes twice, but my body is finally adjusting to it, so it's not so bad

Best moment this week: (1) Mom and I finished the crib sheets, I'm now working on our little fella's shopping cart cover seat and curtains for the room. (2) I got a three day weekend with my wonderful husband and his amazing family whom we haven't seen in over a month and a half!

Movement: Yep!

Food cravings: Captain Crunch (for breakfast)

Food aversions: None, just some of the same things I didn't like before I got pregnant.

Gender: BOY!

Labor signs: None

Belly button in or out: In, although it's getting more and more shallow (though I doubt it will actually "pop")

What I miss: Sleeping in--this body is determined that it'll be up by 7:30 each day, including weekends
What I'm not loving: Acid reflux, I had my first experience with that this past week, yuck!

What I’m looking forward to: The third trimester!!!! (We're already less than 90 days away from baby's due date)

What I'm loving: The pack 'n play Mom and Dad Davis got us!

Milestone(s): While Mom and Davis were in, we were able to take them to the hospital and take a tour of where we will deliver--it was an exciting (and overwhelming) experience for all of us!

Preggo Stats--26 Weeks

How far along: 26 weeks

Total weight gain: 1 1/2 lbs

How big is baby: The size of a head of lettuce

Maternity Clothes: Yep!

Sleep: Good or bad, depending on the night. 

Best moment this week:   Getting to spend lotsa time with my Mom! It was her birthday this past week and we were able to celebrate with her :-)

Movement: Yep! Yep! Yep! I've been feeling those little punches/kicks more and more!

Food cravings: Spicy Italian foot long from Subway

Food aversions: Peppermint

Gender: BOY!

Labor signs: None

Belly button in or out: In

What I miss: Sleep!
What I'm not loving: My 4th block class, those kids are a handful and stress me out!

What I’m looking forward to: Next week Adam's family will be in for a three day weekend and Adam gets all three days off, woooohooo!

What I'm loving: How blessed we are; God has been so good to us!

Milestone(s): Does making it through another week count?

Preggo Stats--25 Weeks

How far along: 25 weeks

Total weight gain: 1 1/2 lbs

How big is baby: The size of a head of cauliflower

Maternity Clothes: Yep!

Sleep: Getting worse :-( I am waking up multiple times throughout the night, usually once to use the bathroom and the rest I just can seem to stay asleep.

Best moment this week:    1) Adam felt little bun kick!!! 2) going to see my cousin Courtney get married--congratulations!   3) Sewing the sheets for the crib with mom!

Movement: Yep! Yep! Yep! I've been feeling those little punches/kicks more and more!

Food cravings: Fried chicken (LOVE IT)

Food aversions: None. 

Gender: BOY!

Labor signs: None

Belly button in or out: In

What I miss: Sleep!
What I'm not loving: I've had a cold/upper respiratory infection for over 2 weeks and am over it!! Also, for the next three months I have a class I have to take for re-certification; it's on Saturdays from 8-5pm BOO! Thankfully I only have 4 Saturdays to go!

What I’m looking forward to: Finishing the basement, getting to work on the nursery, and our baby showers!!!

What I'm loving: The fact that I am feeling this little fella more and more!

Milestone(s): Adam felt our little boy kick! 

Preggo Stats--24 Weeks

How far along: 24 weeks

Total weight gain: +1 1/2 lbs (We went to the doctor and found out I dropped another pound and a half)

How big is baby: The size of a cantaloupe! (Between 1-2lbs according to the doctor)

Maternity Clothes: Yep!

24 Weeks

Sleep: This past week has been much better!

Best moment this week: Getting off early to go to the doctor's appointment with Adam!

Movement: Heck yes! I've been feeling those little punches/kicks more and more!

Food cravings: A big fat juicy cheeseburger--thanks for making that happen Hazel ;-)

Food aversions: None. 

Gender: BOY!

Labor signs: None

Belly button in or out: In

What I miss: Getting home from work at a decent time.
What I'm not loving: Still pulling long hours at work, but I know it'll pay off once the baby is here!

What I’m looking forward to: Having a three day weekend, thank you Labor Day!!!

What I'm loving: The fact that I am feeling this little fella more and more!

Milestone(s): We got the crib!

Preggo Stats--Week 23

How far along: 23 weeks

Total weight gain: +3 lbs (I go back to the doctor next week so we'll see how much more I've gained!)

How big is baby: The size of a grapefruit.

Maternity Clothes: Yep! I need to find a pair of jeans I can wear on the weekends so I don't freeze me and this little fella! 

Sleep: Still kind up and down; and I'm still getting up to pee regularly each night.

Best moment this week: Adam and I were able to spend the weekend together!! He was off Saturday & Sunday! And going to my cousin Ashley's baby shower, it was sooo neat and exciting! Makes me excited and anxious for ours!

Movement: Yep, getting stronger and stronger!

Food cravings: Pancakes--thanks Adam for fixing me some!

Food aversions: Pickles...this is ironic, I know. 

Gender: BOY!

Labor signs: None

Belly button in or out: In

What I miss: Having consistent time off with Adam.
What I'm not loving: Still pulling long hours at work, but I know it'll pay off once the baby is here!

What I’m looking forward to: Finishing the basement and beginning to work on the nursery!

What I'm loving: The beginning of cooler weather and that fall is right around the corner!!!

Milestone(s): We finally put a registry together and had a lot of fun doing so!

Preggo Stats--Week 22

How far along: 22 weeks

Total weight gain: I haven't been weighed since being to the doctor so I'm sure it's still +3 lbs (and is probably more at this point)

How big is baby: The size of a papaya

Maternity Clothes: You betcha!

Sleep: The sleep comes as goes as far as being good and bad. I have been waking up regularly (around 1:45am) to get up and pee and I usually wake up another two hours after that but then I'm able to go back to sleep until the alarm wakes me up for school. 

Best moment this week: Continuing to feel our little fella move!

Movement: Yep, getting stronger and stronger!

Food cravings: None really. 

Food aversions: Mexican (which is sad because it's my favorite)! 

Gender: BOY!

Labor signs: None

Belly button in or out: In

What I miss: Summer break!
What I'm not loving: Pulling long hours at school (Even though we just began, I've been working most days between 10 - 11 1/2 hours--I have to work longer because I'm trying to get everything ready for the long term sub when I'm out on maternity leave which means I'm being really picky and OCD about lesson plans, etc.)

What I’m looking forward to: Finally putting together a registry!

What I'm loving: I got an A- in my summer course and I'm not taking classes this fall--it'll be nice to only focus on teaching and this little fella :-)

Milestone(s): Learning to not commit to everything!

Preggo Stats--Week 21

How far along: 21 weeks

Total weight gain: I haven't been weighed since being to the doctor so I'm sure it's still +3 lbs

How big is baby: The size of a pomegranate!

Maternity Clothes: Yep! School starts next week and I can't wait to wear some of the cute career clothes I bought!

Sleep: Depends on the night; sometimes its great, other times not so much.

Best moment this week: Feeling little man move!

Movement: Yes, but not consistent or for very long. 

Food cravings: Chick-fil-a

Food aversions: Still Mexican!

Gender: BOY!

Labor signs: None

Belly button in or out: In

What I miss: Summer, where did it go?!
What I'm not loving: That school starts back on Monday (August 13) 

What I’m looking forward to: Feeling baby boy kick and move more consistently and frequently!

What I'm loving: My summer class is finally over! And even though I'd like summer to last a little longer, I am organized with school and am officially ready to start!

Milestone(s): Feeling the baby officially move!

Preggo Stats--Week 19

How far along: 19 weeks

Total weight gain: Still at -7lbs (we  go to the doctor next week so we'll see if this changes)

How big is baby: The size of a mango!

Maternity Clothes: Yep! Starting to look at clothes I can wear when school starts back!

Sleep: Has been getting better, but I am starting to toss and turn more.

Best moment this week: Having several days off with the hubbs!

Movement: Something's going on, hopefully it'll be confirmed next week at the doctor's office!

Food cravings: Cookies/Cookie dough

Food aversions: Turns out it wasn't acid reflux, my prenatal vitamins have been making me sick this whole time! So I know it's not a food, but vitamins are in this category of "aversions." I've been taking them at night to make sure the baby is still able to get all the DHA and folic acid it needs.

Gender: We find out in 1 week, I can hardly stand it, woohoo!!!

Labor signs: None

Belly button in or out: In

What I miss: Runny aka over-easy eggs
What I'm not loving: Less than two weeks until I have to return to work, boo!

What I’m looking forward to: Going on a mini-vacation next week to see family and friends!

What I'm loving:  How great I've been feeling during the second trimester!

Milestone(s): Starting to feel some slight movement in my belly!!!!!!!

Preggo Stats--Week 18

How far along: 18 weeks

Total weight gain: Same as last a total of -7lbs, crazy I know!

How big is baby: The size of a sweet potato!

Maternity Clothes: Yes! Started wearing the mock "bella band" I got from Motherhood Maternity.

Sleep: Still really weird dreams and the sleep has been off and on for being good and bad.

Best moment this week: Making it to 18 weeks!

Movement: Still waiting to feel the flutters. Nothing yet, but hopefully something soon!

Food cravings: Tacos and ice cream, but not at the same time!

Food aversions: None really, still no processed foods.

Gender: We'll find out in 2 weeks!!!

Labor signs: None

Belly button in or out: In

What I miss: sleeping on my stomach
What I'm not loving: Having a stuffy nose and lots of painful headaches!

What I’m looking forward to: Feeling the baby move!!!

What I'm loving:  The fact that our basement is finally coming together!

Milestone(s): We're officially in the 5th month!