Are We Ready?

Needless to say, it has been exceptionally tricky trying to get everything ready to my ridiculously prepared standards (yes, I know I'm a tad extreme here) in time for Eliza's arrival. The fact that I am currently fighting a lodged kidney stone, torn ab muscles, bronchitis, sinus infection, swollen prolactin gland pressing on my optic nerve, constant contractions, daily barfing and have been told to be on bedrest may be contributing to the dificulty here. (Yes, I recognize how ridiculous this sounds and how hilarious my situation really is.) But, if she does come on Tuesday (please let the amnio come back that her lungs are developed) I think we are ready.

The house has been deep cleaned to my satisfaction (thank you to Jason and Moms for your help) with only a few superficial things left on the list. My hospital bag has been packed. The carseat is in the car with a clean cover, headrest, etc. Her clothes are all washed, organized and put away in her dresser. And, with the help of Deb, I have binky straps ready and waiting.
I am exceptionally excited to have the nursery ready and decorated. I thought there was no way I could get to all I planned, but it's amazing how much I can do in 10 minute stints and while sitting down. The crib bedding has been purchased, washed and set up...and I love that it matches the current wall paint. I was also able to make matching curtains and polka dots for the walls out of receiving blankets from the same set. And a darling handpainted name from my Sis. is the final touch. I love having the nursery ready and waiting!

We also had to get Laura ready to start Kindergarten amidst all this Eliza preparation. Laura will begin school only 2-3 weeks after Eliza's arrival. She was lucky enough to get into (from the waiting list) one of our top two Charter School choices. This way, she can still be in Kindergarten but do both math and reading at whatever level her assesment dictates. Jason got her all registered. We purchased her uniforms - another plus, imho, of a charter school. We got her hair cut. And with the help of my mom, I got matching hairbows made for the uniforms she will be wearing. I think she'll be adorable and she is SO EXCITED to start "real school."
Yep, I think we are ready...now, please, just let Eliza be healthy and have her come soon. Mama is ready to start healing!