Monthly Archives: August 2009

Last Day of August

Posted on August 31, 2009 by Jamie

When I was admitted to the hospital earlier this month, I didn’t think there was any way that I wouldn’t have these babies in August. Now, on day 31 of back-to-school month, I have to say that I’m shocked and … Continue reading →

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Ask Jamie: What’s Your Mental MO?

Posted on August 28, 2009 by Jamie

Kristi asks: How are you mentally dealing with all this? Kristi and I have been emailing each other frequently and I just have to say that I think she is an amazing woman! She has a 3-year-old daughter and nearly … Continue reading →

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Posted in Bo, Pre-term labor, Pregnancy, Twins | 9 Comments

Wordless Wednesday: Why You Shouldn’t Order Your Child Spaghetti in a Restaurant

Posted on August 26, 2009 by Jamie

On Wednesday evening, Mike, my mom, Bo, and I went to one of our favorite restaurants for dinner. (This was one of our favorite spots before we moved here that we frequented when we visited Starved Rock.) We decided to … Continue reading →

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33 Weeks!

Posted on August 25, 2009 by Jamie

Today I am at 33 weeks — only one more week until my doctor will be ready to stop the medication that stops my contractions! Mike and I trekked to Champaign yesterday for doctor’s appointment #456,765. I had a non-stress … Continue reading →

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Questions Without Answers

Posted on August 24, 2009 by Jamie

Am I in labor? Will I know when I am in labor? Will we make it to the hospital? How long will the girls stay in there? Is it really possible for my stomach to stretch any more? How much … Continue reading →

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Posted in Bo, Pregnancy, Random, Twins | 9 Comments

Ask Jamie: Carseat Plans

Posted on August 21, 2009 by Jamie

Leslie asks: I’m curious to know your carseating plans for three little ones. How is Bo currently carseated and what are your plans for your girls? I currently drive a GMC Acadia, which I love. We have no plans to … Continue reading →

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Bo – 21 Months

Posted on August 20, 2009 by Jamie

Dear Bo, This has been, by far, the craziest three months of your life. In early June, Daddy found out that he finally received the promotion we’ve been waiting for and everything in our lives has been thrown into a … Continue reading →

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Wordless Wednesday: P-A-R-K

Posted on August 19, 2009 by Jamie

One day last week, my mom and I were sitting outside watching Bo play in his sandbox when I said to my mom, “Maybe tomorrow after nap we can go to the P-A-R-K.” Bo looked up from the bucket he … Continue reading →

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32 Weeks!

Posted on August 18, 2009 by Jamie

Wowza, I’ve made it to 32 weeks. Our chances of having two healthy girls increases every day! I seriously can’t believe how large my stomach is — but I still weigh 20 lbs less than I did when I delivered … Continue reading →

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First Day of School

Posted on August 17, 2009 by Jamie

My friends and colleagues start back to school today. For the first time in six years, I won’t be setting up my classroom and planning lessons alongside them. And I’d be lying if I didn’t say that part of me … Continue reading →

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