A Last Hurrah

Big Dave and I spent the last few days in St. Augustine, as a last just-the-two-of-us vacation before Baby Big arrives. The weather was perfect, and we had a great time, walking the "old city" section and eating our way from one end of the city to the other. I finally had the opportunity to try some gelatto (an Italian ice cream), and enjoyed some chocolate from both Kilwin's and Rocky Mountain Candy Factory. We toured Flagler College and the old Castillo de San Marcos fort. We also went on two ghost tours (you can't visit the oldest city in the US without going on at least one ghost tour). But since I get tired very easily, we had to limit our daily excursions, so we also spent a lot of time around the hotel pool. The pool was Baby Big approved.

The next few weeks will be busy with birthing classes, dr's visits (our next ultrasound is in mid-May), and final preparations in the nursery. We'll also start interviewing for pediatricians. I get tired just thinking about it all! : )

Meanwhile, the furry kids have been teaming up to try to break into the nursery. They see us bringing new items into the room, and they see us spending more and more time in the room (which used to be the guest room), so naturally they want to investigate this strange turn of events. When they see us head for the room, they bolt for the door, and try to squeeze their way through once the door is opened. You woudn't think an 18 pound cat would try to squeeze through an a 2 inch opening, but try they do. They are slowly getting the idea that they will not be allowed in the room, but they are very resentful for now. But once that room is occupied by a crying infant, I don't think it will take much to convince them to stay away. One whiff of a smelly diaper, and the romance will be gone.