The Baby Tree

Scott got adventurous the other day and decided that we need to plant a tree for our daughter. I thought it was a splendid idea, but did not really wish to participate in the trip to Home Depot, since my tolerance for Home Depot is very low when I am NOT pregnant. However, for our daughter, I braved the heat and headed to Home Depot with Scott. (Self-disclosure: I sat in the lawn furniture section half the time. I highly recommend the Hampton Bay swinging glider for only $99.00. Very comfortable. But hard to get out of. Bring a friend to help you stand up.)

Scott did a great job and picked out a tree that he immediately brought home to plant. This proved to me that I married the second most insane man on the planet, because the heat index was about 108 degrees that day. I sat inside and cheered him on... through a window, in the air conditioning, on the couch, with a cold drink in hand. I am impressed with his knowledge of all things arbor-related, as well as his fortitude in hot weather. My ancestors are from Norway! We like it cold!

Scott demonstrating eating the fruit that GiGi's tree will bear - yes, a plum!

Scott and I with GiGi's tree springing up behind us. Oh, do you like my "I Voted" sticker?

Scott, modeling with the fruits of his labor.

Yes, that is me in the background, admiring the beautiful tree.

For those of you wondering, not much progress to report since the last appointment. If she doesn't come before, I have a scheduled inducement date of 08-12-08. However, despite the fact that I have really enjoyed my pregnancy and will miss having this little girl growing in my belly, I am ready for her to arrive. Just this week, it has become harder to walk, to move, to sit still, to breathe, and all the other fun things that come with being a few days away from your due date. So many moments of pregnancy have been filled with such tender moments. But I suspect that there are more of those to come once she arrives, and we are looking forward to meeting our little girl. We will keep you posted!