fall.

Fall is in the air. It's wonderful. I love the smell. I love how it feels in the morning when I drink my coffee. I love how it feels at night (aka right now) when I drink my tea. I love how it feels in the afternoon when I take my nap (yep, still doing that). I just love it all the time. 

I am 35 weeks pregnant today. I feel like I'm 35 weeks pregnant today. Everything is going well, and I am actually feeling really good. That being said, being this pregnant makes activities of daily living a bit challenging. 

examples-

Shaving my legs... I know it's cliche, but seriously. 

I was at coffee with a friend last week. We also had muffins, of course. Some of the chocolate from my muffin dropped onto my pants up on my thigh. I can't actually see there, and I proceeded to go to a meeting with melted chocolate all over my pants. Super professional. 

Hugging/Snuggling/Making out. The belly only allows a certain amount of closeness (and it's not actually that close).

Maneuvering around in close quarters. Think bathroom stalls, the shower, even my small-ish kitchen. I just take up a lot more room than I'm used to taking, but, the belly does a great job of reminding me. 

Anyway, other than a few logistical adjustments, this pregnancy is treating me wonderfully. I am truly trying to enjoy this last little bit of it, because I know that once it's over I'm going to miss it. It's coming up close, that due date of ours. Jack and Jill will be making their way to this part of the country in the next couple of weeks to wait for the big day. I'm so excited to have them close, and I can't even describe how excited I am for them to meet their bundle of joy. Wow. What a day that will be. 

In other news, I love college. This tidbit is going to get its own post here soon, but I just have to say how grateful I am for the opportunity to earn a higher education. This opportunity has provided me with countless other opportunities I wouldn't have even dreamed of otherwise. I know lots of folks value an education, but I feel as though I really have a deep appreciation for my own college career that is not necessarily found in the hearts of all undergrads. 

It's bedtime. Until next time,

Carmen