Preparation... We finally managed to swing a childbirth class into our schedules. We thought we were going to have to settle for Lamaze, but at the last minute, the doula who holds the class we originally wanted called and said she'd meet with us one-on-one Monday nights. I'm happy about that. She seems to know a lot, and comes at it from a totally different angle. We learned exercises and relaxation techniques, as well as some intresting nutritional aspects of pregnancy.

Other than that, I'm also beginning preparation for my presentation next week at class. It is on projection testing in counseling. I'm really excited about it, but am getting anxious because I haven't even started to get materials. Like I said, today I will begin my preparation. Probably should start by reading the chapter, huh?

Quick notes on the weekend... Friday night we went to the hockey game. It was a great, fast-paced game and we ran into Jen and Matt, which was nice. It seems like, well, I actually don't spend any time with friends these days. My days and nights are so busy, plus the holidays are coming up. I told Jen I plan on having a party this winter to re-acquaint myself with all my friends...

Saturday morning we cleaned like crazy. It was just time to do that. The bathrooms, kitchen, closets, you know... That afternoon, Mike went to the Gun show with my brother, then we went out to niece Kensly's birthday party/hayrack ride. I must say it was a little cold, but fun. We headed home and, after a quick grocery shopping trip, we rented a movie and relaxed by the fireplace at home. I even had a glass of wine for relaxation's sake.

Sunday, Mike's parents came down for the afternoon. After showing them the baby's room and all the other work we've done to the house, we took them to the Branched Oak Inn for prime rib.

And I thought I had nothing to do this weekend.