To date, I've gained about twenty-five pounds, an inability to lay on my back AT ALL, symptoms of arthritis in my hands, and an aversion to sugary juices in the evening. Braxton Hicks contractions are all the rage around here, to the point that I'm often benched for the majority of our shopping trips because the tightness in my uterus directly correlates to the amount of time I'm on my feet. This baby is zapping every ounce of energy I have.
God help me and my husband if I actually make it the full forty weeks.
I can't wait to see you (and her!!!) (okay and Luke too) in person. You look great. Nice and pregnant and great.
Posted by: Molly | November 05, 2007 at 11:50 PM
Ooh, you look so great! I haven't had time to read blogs lately (what's new?), so I'm just hanging around seeing what you're up to. Can't WAIT to see pics of the baby (soon!) and hear all about your labor. Enjoy the rest of your pregnancy!
Posted by: Stacey | November 05, 2007 at 11:56 PM
You look fantastic! You're so lucky that it's all baby! I'm terrified when it is my turn that my thighs and butt will be bigger than my baby belly...
All the best for these last few weeks, lots of healthy & happy wishes to you and Freka and Luke.
(finally de-lurking!)
~Erin
Posted by: Erin | November 06, 2007 at 12:15 AM
You might not like this comment. . . but I think you're one of the few people I've seen whose belly really does look as big as mine did :-D Maybe it's stature-related - I'm only an inch taller than you. And I'm sorry to say that I went to 41 weeks each time :(
Posted by: Katie | November 06, 2007 at 12:42 AM
A lovely picture of our girls.
Posted by: mjd | November 06, 2007 at 06:34 AM
Everything looks good to me. I know it is a whole lot of work to keep on keeping on. But, no one can do it better than you.
Posted by: daddy d | November 06, 2007 at 07:03 AM
Hey at least you're coming out of this with fabulous boobs! :) You really do look great, despite the discomfort.
Posted by: Marriage-101 | November 06, 2007 at 08:07 AM
You look Fabulous!!!! I too can not wait till you have the baby. It's so crazy to me how when you give birth you can't seem to remember not being a mother .... your whole worlde changes!
Posted by: Ashley & Family | November 06, 2007 at 08:45 AM
You are beautiful! This part is the marathon, but you're almost there! That first night of not-pregnant sleep is absolutely magnificent, whatever duration it might be.
Posted by: Becca | November 06, 2007 at 08:48 AM
Flashback! I remember U in that belly and your mom was just as big. with all 5!
AD
Posted by: AD | November 06, 2007 at 09:04 AM
You look great! I hope you are one of the lucky ones to go around week 38, but sadly, the odds are against you. I was *positive* I would never make it to 40 weeks, and I went all the way to 41.
Posted by: Liza | November 06, 2007 at 10:03 AM
I too thought for sure I would only make it to 39 weeks max. But I went 5 days past my due date. Start preparing yourself now just in case she's late. Then if she comes early you'll be extra happy!
Posted by: ambitiousmrs | November 06, 2007 at 11:08 AM
You look awesome. You will make it! Those last few weeks are trying for sure. Hang in there.
Posted by: Erica | November 06, 2007 at 03:33 PM
Frema, YOU LOOK AWESOME! Seriously, hott! (and good job on the weight gain!)
Oh yes, being able to sleep on your belly again is awesome. Just don't mind the full boobies.
We're getting closer and closer!
Posted by: Isabel | November 06, 2007 at 03:41 PM
Looking fantastic! As soon as little freka is here all of those symptoms will be gone right away. Nice work on the weight gain too, you will drop it so fast you wont even beleive it. I am willing to bet you will end up lighter than your pre pregnancy weight before you wean the baby :)
Posted by: Christina | November 06, 2007 at 06:39 PM
You look fantastic! I can't wait to hear all about Freka and your adventures as a new little family!
Posted by: Brie | November 06, 2007 at 08:51 PM
oy! I hope for your sake you DON'T make it to 40 weeks :) Those last couple weeks are so uncomfortable.... you look so cute though :) :) Baby bellies are the best.
Posted by: Jen | November 07, 2007 at 04:29 PM
You are a gorgeous pregnant woman!! You also looked like you've dropped a bit since the last pic. Always a good sign.
Posted by: Rachel | November 07, 2007 at 05:06 PM
You've only gained 25 pounds... I'm doomed, I'm 29 weeks, and I know I've gained at least 40 pounds! Although somehow I still look like I'm about 24 weeks... I'm going to be huge! You look like a normal 35 weeks preggo lady, I'm going to look like a whale..
Posted by: Summer | November 08, 2007 at 11:48 AM
Congrats! I had no idea you were pregnant! I was wondering why you didnt make it to KJ's birthday!
Again, Congrats! =)
Do you and Luke know what you are having, yet? a boy or a girl?
Posted by: Tina | November 08, 2007 at 11:20 PM