Well, if anyone is curious about how I look at 31 weeks pregnant, here it is! There are other pics at my flickr account, if you’re interested. I am so proud of this round belly. I think it looks beautiful! I can’t stop rubbing it and staring at it and talking to Bean. She moves all the time, and I can’t wait to be as huge as a house. Though some things are not as easy anymore, like breathing (she pushes on my lungs!), and walking (my feet are more sore than before), and sleeping (can’t get comfortable anymore!), and I gotta pee all the time. Like, at least 3 times a night from bedtime to waking up. But I wouldn’t give this up for anything in the world. It’s all worth it. Being pregnant and creating life is the one of the most beautiful feelings in the world. I am enjoying every minute of it and I know I’m absolutely glowing. This baby is a miracle, a godsend, a true beauty. I love her so much and I haven’t even met her yet. I’m so excited!!

Dave is just beaming from ear to ear every time we discuss Bean. He’s awfully cute. He’s such a proud husband and a proud daddy already. He says hi to Bean in the morning times and goodnight to her when we go to bed. She sometimes kicks in response when he presses his fingers lightly at where her bum is. I am just so glad that he is as excited about this baby as I am. Even when he’s having a bad day or is a little grumpy, just the mention of “Baby Bean” makes his face light up and his eyes shine. I can’t wait till we’re officially parents. We’re gonna do awesome. It’s better than any feeling in the world, knowing you’re in charge of this little itty bitty life. It’s better than vacation, better than chocolate, better than even udon noodles and getting a new laptop. It’s better than reading a good book (which is soo darn good), better than getting a Hilton Head rental, better than a satisfying lunch. It’s just… awesome.