Ali

Baby update!

2006-07-28T21:40:03Z

I'm a little late in updating... but my baby made her debut last July 17 at 1:22 AM.

Alyanna Rielle is what we named her.

There's so much to share about the labor and delivery process - it went quickly and painful... but all worth the joy that my daughter brings me now.

I will post pictures when I get a chance. =)

in about 3 weeks...

2006-07-03T03:37:47Z

I will have the little one out of me...

The fear is setting in... I guess it's normal...

I have done what I could do to prepare I guess... but who really is 100% ready when a baby comes?

There are days that I just find me my comfy spot (which has been very difficult these days!) and just spend time rubbing my huge belly and talk to her.

Layla finds me doing this and comes thinking that baby A is "owie" and she rubs my belly along with me.

I worked on her little area of the closet this weekend and then the thought of what happens if the 3 sonograms were wrong and she comes out a he... oye...

These days I pray to get through the day, for us to be kept healthy and safe, and for me to be able to tolerate the pain I am starting to feel. I am starting to get contractions every so often... but way far apart so I know it's not time yet.

To my LJ friends who have sent warm thoughts and prayers my way, I thank you and ask,if it's not too much, that you please continue.

we got baby gifts! =)

2006-06-05T02:39:06Z

Baby A got her first set of shower gifts... thanks Auntie Joy!!! *mwah*

Layla helped me open the packages and we spent about 2 hours talking about baby baths and Baby A swimming in the baby tub! It was a cute (looooong) conversation!

body changes and babbles...

2006-05-24T02:41:07Z

So... baby A has decided that she needs more room in my belly. With her extra stretching, my Mom and Allan saw my skin move - stretching and wave-like... weird! I, of course didn't see it because I was feeling it!

My belly continues to move and grow throughout the day... I carry her low in the morning, but by the time the afternoon comes, she is riding high and wide...

The crazy thing is that I feel as heavy as a whale... but according to my doctor, I have only gained a total of about 8 lbs. I guess I lost weight and didn't notice??? I am expected to gain 20 lbs. the next 6-8 weeks and I seriously don't know if I will still fit the maternity clothes I have now. I have had to buy maternity bras... they are comfy but definitely not the prettiest. And they don't match the maternity (granny) undies!

The cool thing is that each time Allan catches me looking at myself in the mirror rubbing my belly, he comes up to tell me how beautiful I am... =)

Watch out world...

2006-04-29T18:42:34Z

... a little Ali is on her way!!! =)

Allan and I found out earlier this week that we are expecting a baby girl... YEY!

anelike @ 2006-02-26T09:59:00

2006-02-26T17:59:35Z

anelike @ 2006-02-21T19:19:00

2006-02-22T03:21:20Z

So... on Sunday... Layla comes up to me and talks to my tummy and says "Hi baby, les (let's) play..."

Oooh so cute!

Updates...

2006-02-12T00:28:04Z

So... I'm a little bit farther along than we thought... I am approaching 15 weeks!

Doc originally gave us an EDD of August 4th... that has changed to the last week of July.

I've had a couple of doctor visits... seen the baby both times... and I balled the first time... there really is someone in there!

I went through the NT test... all is well... but I seriously have had so much blood tests done that my arm automatically goes into position for the blood to be drawn.

Allan and I have been talking about names. I better get the names we agreed on together down on paper. He might change the names when I get sedated... LOL.

Layla has been very sweet... she wants to share her toys and her books with the baby. When I tell her the baby can't play yet or can't read yet, she'll ask "when?". She's been excited by the thought of being the big cousin since she's the little one right now.

One thing that I am taking away from all of this is that God really does a lot of wonderful things. Allan and I tried for a long time to try and conceive and when we stopped the worrying and all the things I was subjecting my body to and just let God do His work... well, here we are =)

desserts!

2005-11-24T15:47:25Z

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

What are you thankful for this year?

=(

2005-10-05T04:35:47Z

A friend is in the hospital right now after suffering brain aneurysm... she's had 3 surgeries since yesterday morning...

=(

Just last week I got an invite from her daughter to watch their v-ball game since her Mom was helping coach. I didn't get to go =(

we're home...

2005-08-24T01:27:42Z

and tired...

and a bit irritated...

we've been trying to get home since 10 AM...

friggin flight was delayed...

I'll post pics later...

teeny weeny accident...

2005-07-07T02:31:43Z

but the pain is frickin' awful!

there's a reason why if a cart is full of heavy stuff that you should get another one...

another person shopping dropped a box of some heavy shit on my left foot at Costco today...

my left foot is in pain... and there's a huge bruise on top... ARGH!

sometimes...

2005-06-08T07:08:50Z

it's just best to leave things where they are and move on...

it just sucks to lose what i thought was a friend... but with one look the other way, i've decided to cut ties and accept it...

let's see who leaves me comments... =)

2005-05-02T05:32:30Z

How Should Your LJ Friends Comment in This Entry? [2]
LiveJournal Username
Age:
Which of the following most appeals to you?

A hurtful, but honest, criticism about your entries should be left by:	cuberriffic
An embarrassing question which you must answer should be asked by:	manangjoy
A celebrity who most resembles you should be mentioned by:	septembermaine
2 comments that are supposed to make you smile should be left by:	dada
3 reasons why you shouldn’t commit suicide should be stated by:	demonyonggala
4 words or adjectives that cannot describe you should be said by:	emeraldmist
5 questions about your family and/or love life should be asked by:	kingalii
Two confessions should be declared by:	emeraldmist


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Thanks Joy =)

2005-03-15T17:41:18Z

You scored as Interpersonal. You enjoy being around people, like talking to people, have many friends, and engage in social activities. You learn best by relating, sharing, and participating in cooperative group environments. People like you include salespeople, consultants, community organizers, counselors, teachers or any other helping profession.

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Interpersonal

75%

Intrapersonal

75%

Verbal/Linguistic

68%

Visual/Spatial

57%

Logical/Mathematical

43%

Bodily/Kinesthetic

39%

Musical/Rhythmic

25%

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I totally know how this feels...

2005-02-23T07:33:48Z

LOL

Last year, I posted about Cathy's engagement... now the comic strip is in it's honeymoon stage... gotta love it!

anelike @ 2005-02-14T20:13:00

2005-02-15T04:14:58Z

Happy Valentine's Day everyone!

Smooches and hugs to all!

Allan and I are back from having dinner at Morton's... we're now playing parents to Layla while her Mom and Dad go on a date... YEY!

anelike @ 2004-12-02T22:22:00

2004-12-03T06:23:40Z

I'm eating Dulce de Leche cheesecake from Cheesecake Factory...

Today is a good day... not just because of the cheesecake... but I so totally love it when things work out =)

quiz happy.... 'coz I'm bored and tired...

2004-10-26T04:40:49Z

Your Power Color Is Gold

You're dependable and hard working. You never miss a deadline - and you're never late.
You have a clear sense of right and wrong. You're very detail oriented.
You get frustrated when your friends are sloppy - or when they don't follow through.
You're on top of things, and you wish that everyone else was!

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You Are Sheryl Crow!

Down to earth with tons of creative energy
When you talk, everyone can relate to you
"Life springs eternal
On a gaudy neon street
Not that I care at all"

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Your Scent is Glow

Fresh, sexy, and clean.

You're real, intimate, and exciting.

Your lush sensuality appeals to men...

And you're as sexy as Jennifer Lopez.

Power scents: Orange flower, grapefruit, and citrus.

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Hmm... funny thing is that I just got a sample of this... and I like it... =)

You Are Summer!

Outgoing
Friendly
Flirty
Cute
Fun

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The PJ's You Are Most Like: Underwear

You enjoy the simple things in life and aren't hard to please
You have an understated, easy sexyness that men love
And you're confident enough to pull it off - without being overbearing

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Guys Like That You're Sensitive

And not in that "cry at a drop of a hat" sort of way

You just get most guys - even if you're not trying to

Guys find it is easy to confide in you and tell you their secrets

No wonder you tend to get close quickly in relationships!

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anelike @ 2004-09-19T17:06:00

2004-09-20T00:06:50Z

it's now 5 PM... and I'm finally out of bed and showered... being lazy is ok sometimes...

yey for food delivery and a well-stocked freezer!

so sweet...

2004-08-24T19:08:32Z

Rin, James, Love, and Layla were up this past Friday and they stopped by my work to say hello since I couldn't hang out with them. As soon as Layla saw me... she waddled her way up to me and gave me a hugzy and a kissy. It was so tough having to let her go - she was clinging on to me and didn't want to let go of my ear... go figure!

Then Love asked... "when are you coming home to babysit?" Uhhh... I guess that's what I have planned this weekend =)

anelike @ 2004-08-03T11:44:00

2004-08-03T18:45:54Z

Sometimes I wish I can escape all of the expectations of being Ali...

something that made me think today...

2004-06-25T00:15:14Z

Most of the stuff like this is pretty vapid but this hits home... all of us should think a little about what Carlin has to say.

Message from George Carlin, whose wife recently died:

The paradox of our time in history is that we have taller buildings but shorter tempers, wider freeways, but narrower viewpoints. We spend more, but have less, we buy more, but enjoy less. We have bigger houses and smaller families, more conveniences, but less time. We have more degrees but less sense, more knowledge, but less judgment, more experts, yet more problems, more medicine, but less wellness.

We drink too much, smoke too much, spend too recklessly, laugh too little, drive too fast, get too angry, stay up too late, get up too tired, read too little, watch TV too much, and pray too seldom. We have multiplied our possessions, but reduced our values. We talk too much, love too seldom, and hate too often. We've learned how to make a living, but not a life. We've added years to life not life to years.

We've been all the way to the moon and back, but have trouble crossing the street to meet a new neighbor. We conquered outer space but not inner space. We've done larger things, but not better things. We've cleaned up the air, but polluted the soul. We've conquered the atom, but not our prejudice. We write more, but learn less. We plan more, but accomplish less.

We've learned to rush, but not to wait. We build more computers to hold more information, to produce more copies than ever, but we communicate less and less. These are the times of fast foods and slow digestion, big men and small character, steep profits and shallow relationships. These are the days of two incomes but more divorce, fancier houses, but broken homes.

These are days of quick trips, disposable diapers, throwaway morality, one night stands, overweight bodies, and pills that do everything from cheer, to quiet, to kill. It is a time when there is much in the showroom window and nothing in the stockroom. A time when technology can bring this letter to you, and a time when you can choose either to share this insight, or to just hit delete.

Remember to spend some time with your loved ones, because they are not going to be around forever.

Remember to say a kind word to someone who looks up to you in awe, because that little person soon will grow up and leave your side.

Remember to give a warm hug to the one next to you, because that is the only treasure you can give with your heart and it doesn't cost a cent.

Remember to say, "I love you" to your partner and your loved ones, but most of all mean it. A kiss and an embrace will mend hurt when it comes from deep inside of you.

Remember to hold hands and cherish the moment for someday that person will not be there again.

Give time to love, give time to speak, and give time to share the precious thoughts in your mind.

AND ALWAYS REMEMBER...
Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.

George Carlin

anelike @ 2004-06-18T15:25:00

2004-06-18T22:28:44Z

Love, Menwinn, and Layla got into a car accident yesterday. They were rear-ended.

I rushed to Fairfield to help out... the baby is ok... so is Menwinn. Love was taken to the hospital by ambulance and is under care until this morning. She is ok now but under heavy medication.

I spent the night at their house to help with Layla. They're all finally sleeping.

Moomie spent part of the morning crying because she can't take the pain that Love is going through. Moomie feels her pain as well. *sigh*

I hate stupid things like this happening.

from last night...

2004-06-15T16:45:15Z

Yesterday was a weird day... well, Mondays tend to be that way.

Monday afternoon, I was at the district office for a little while right before a class that my friend was going to teach. We talked a little bit of how missed working with each other and how fun Mondays used to be when we would all unwind together.

With that said, another one of my friends from work showed up - she was going to attend class. We got talking until about 2 minutes to 1 PM and had to get going. All the while, we were all thinking the same thing... "how 'bout tonight?"

We got everyone rounded up and by 6 PM, everyone started to trickle in to one of the places that we used to frequent. We also had it as an impromptu birthday celebration for one of the girlies.

How the bill came up to almost $300 without dinner... uuuhhh... let's just say that since I have the SUV, I was the designated driver.

We all decided the next party will be on July 2nd... we're celebrating everyone's birthday (including mine since I didn't really get to do anything with most of them), Lexi's birthday (also a late celebration) and her promotion, Saed's going away party, summer kick off, Ralphie's going away party... hmmm there's one more... but I can't think of it right now.