Just breathe

Instead of passing out candy, we went to our last childbirth class at Cedars. We learned all about the different stages of labor, pain management, and of course, breathing techniques. Who knew there were so many different ways to breathe! I wonder how we're going to do???

Aunt Kelly

I was so happy to see Kelly this past weekend. She has been really busy working but she somehow found the time to host a baby shower for me. She was really surprised to see how big I have grown... sometimes I still can't believe it! I wonder what the baby will think of his Aunt Kelly???

My favorite things

As the pregnancy progresses, I am finding that my feet are growing and sore. Thank goodness for Aveda products! I really love the foot cream and the body lotion... especially the scent. I also started using cocoa butter for my stomach to help prevent stretch marks but I do not like the smell. How long will I have to keep this up???

Lakers' baby

Today we were able to spend a few hours with our niece. She is absolutely wonderful. I cannot describe how amazing it felt to hold her in my arms. And because she is Billy's daughter... she has a few Kobe outfits and a Lakers mobile! Too funny. What will our baby decor be like???

Angels

Recently Grandma Bella passed into the spirtual world to be with Grandpa Marshall. We were so fortunate to spend time with her on her birthday. She lived a fulfilling life and we will miss her dearly. We take comfort in knowing that the two are united. I will always remember how they told Jawsh and I the importance of "compromise." I wonder if they will be the baby's guardian angels???

Birthday blessings

We had a lovely birthday lunch for soon to be Grandma Caryn, or should we say Bubbe (Yiddish for Grandmother). Instead of cake, we had delicious lemon meringue pie. We were also blessed to spend time with soon to be Great Uncle Steve and Great Aunt Julia who were in town. I wonder when we'll make our next trip to Reno???

Bell(a) of the ball

We were so happy to celebrate Grandma Bella's birthday. We enjoyed all the sweet desserts... cake from a great bakery called Piece of Cake and cherry pie from Julian (famous for their apples). This was the first time I had cherry pie and it was really tasty. Will this be my next craving???

Moving

We recently moved into a bigger place. It was an easy move thanks to Zach and Cindi... if it wasn't for them Jawsh and I would have had a stressful time. Now that we have a second bedroom, the baby can share it with Jawsh. Will the baby be inspired to be an artist just like his dad???