The "vroom"

My daughter is an independent little one.  She typically decides to do things on her own before we decide to teach them to her.  For example, at 7 months old, she spit out her binkie, which flew out and rolled across the floor to the other side of the room, and refused to ever put it in again.  Brandon was heartbroken.  That was the only way to make her be quiet, and it really helped her to fall asleep.  It was a good thing, don't get me wrong, just very inconvenient for us who live in a very convenience-oriented world.

About two weeks ago, Isabela started pointed to the toilet and saying "vroom." I had no idea what exactly she was implying.  Over the next couple of days she started pointing to it and crying.  Before I would put her into the tub, we would get her all undressed, and finally I put her on the toilet because she kept begging.  She just sat there, didn't go pee or anything, but oh, the joy that was on her face.  And the elation from actually using toilet paper.  What a happy little girl she was!  Since then she asks to use the "vroom" every morning, every time she gets into the tub, every time someone else uses the "vroom," and sometimes in between.

Brandon challenged me to figure out why she was saying "vroom."  And then one day it clicked.  I got her to say "bathroom" which came out "bafvroom."  I hadn't pushed potty training since she wasn't even two and I knew when Xander got here she would regress back to her old ways anyway.  I guess we'll see what she decides, since it is, afterall, always what she decides, at least in her own little world. :)

The Bishop's Office

Brandon and I got called into the Bishop's office today.  First, Brandon is now the Young Men 2nd Counselor, working mainly with the deacons.  I am excited for him.  We both got set apart today for our callings.  I was blessed twice with the physical strength and endurance that I desire.  I figure that is a HUGE blessing.  Not only is the Lord blessing us with what He thinks we need or what we think we need, but what I desire.  I think those blessings come only with obedience.  But it makes me really think.  What do I desire?  and how much do I desire it?  I want to be able to have great endurance in running and swimming - and I don't even know how to swim, but it made me want to try.  It's amazing how the Lord blesses us, which only motivates us to work harder.  I know I won't be blessed with these things if I don't do the work.  But knowing I will be in labor and delivering a baby soon, I am very grateful for that blessing to have physical strength and endurance.

Second on the agenda, we were asked to speak in sacrament next week.  I told them it is the exact day my baby is due.  I will be speaking unless I am in the hospital, in which case, I told Brandon I will write my talk and he can read it for me :)  So here is our talk and scripture on which we are focusing:

General Conference talk Elder Costa: Obedience to the Prophets
http://lds.org/ensign/2010/11/obedience-to-the-prophets?lang=eng
D&C 82:10 & D&C 130: 20-21
I, the Lord, am ^abound when ye do what I say; but when ye do not what I say, ye have no ^bpromise.

There is a ^alaw, irrevocably decreed in ^bheaven before the foundations of this world, upon which all ^cblessings are predicated—

And when we obtain any ^ablessing from God, it is by ^bobedience to that law upon which it is predicated.

Any insights, stories, etc. in relation to the topic would fun to read in preparing for our talks, or help Brandon out on the chance I am not able to make it to church :)

Reminder...

Just a reminder of people's predictions. It is a boy, so if you guessed a girl, you are out.  As of today I am 3cm dilated and 80% effaced.  Next appointment is Monday morning.

Jenny said...

Boy. March 23rd.

 

Tom Stoddard... 

          Boy. March 25. 

 

G and G Forster said...

Dave (Papi) Forster boy March 23

          Becky Forster boy March 27 

 

Renee said...

I'm gonna vote boy. And March 26.

 

HawkesNest said...

Wow! I guess since the pregnancy has been 'easy' so far, and your last pregnancy was 'easy', I think another girl. I vote March 29th..grandpa Hawkes birthday! That would be sweet! But boy or girl...March or April...it's all good!! Love Grandma Terry 

 

Jenny said...

To Mr. Papi Forster: You stole my guess. That is cheating. I guess I will take the pm hours, you can have am. Sincerely, Jenny

Doctor Update

Last week when I went to the doctor, he said I was measuring a little small.  He was worried there wasn't enough amniotic fluid around the baby.  With Spring Break this week, I have been able to relax a lot more and I drink lots and LOTS of fluids.  Yesterday we went in and he did a quick ultrasound.  Fluid levels are great, and... I am not quite 2cm dilated, he said, and max 70% effaced.  No real change.  Alexander's head isn't down as far as it was.  Progressing perfectly for me!  I sure wasn't ready to be induced yesterday if there wasn't enough fluid.  April 6th is still appealing.  Doctor still thinks I'm crazy and that I won't make it that far. :D

My New Dress!!

My new Mexican dress from Aunt Kimmy!
Gracias tia!  I love it!!

Turkey's done!

 My first pregnant pictures with Xander.  Sad it took so long.  But I think Brandon did a good job.  We went to the doctor yesterday.  I am 2cm dilated and 70% effaced.  Considering I was dilated for a few weeks with Isabela, that doesn't mean much.  I think it will still be a couple of weeks at least before he comes... if I have anything to say about it.  I am (was) set on April 6, but the doctor just laughs and laughs at me.  I'm sure the Lord is also laughing at me trying to plan my own due date.  I am now hoping at least for the 23rd.  He isn't due until the 27th anyway!