crystal's little corner

So.. as you all can gather from having read my blog, my induction date was scheduled for June 30.  I had a regular OBS appointment, and biophysical profile scheduled for June 29.  Because there was an ultrasound involved, I thought it would be fun for my 10 year old niece to come with me, since she has been learning about babies, etc. in health class this year in school.  Abby & I show up for the appointment, and the nurses on the floor can't figure out why I'm there that day when I'm scheduled for the following day.  They make a call over to the OB/GYN on call to find out exactly what's up.  At this point, it's 11:30 am.  I headed downstairs to ultrasound to check on the babes, and go back up to the floor. When we get back up to the maternity floor, the nurse hits me with "Dr. J has decided that we'll start induction today since we're anticipating a busy weekend.  Are you ok with going ahead now?"   My reply?  "Sure, but my hubby's

happy birthday jenna faye. it's hard to believe a year has passed since i saw your face, stroked your hair, and said good bye. mommy loves you all the way to the moon... xo

just a quick update for now - this momma is tired & sore! carter brian macdonald arrived on june 29, at 8:23 pm.  he weighed 6 lbs, 15 oz, and is just as amazing as we expected him to be.  i'll update again in a day or two when we get ourselves adjusted to being home!