Just Because She's REALLY Cute.

Written by Shannon Leigh

Dear Izzy,

Thank you so much for being such a trooper over Thanksgiving.

You were carted to both of our parent's houses,
barricaded in basements,
forced to wear doggie boots,
and then harassed (lovingly) by a 16 month old girl.

Although you were occasionally naughty (especially that time you ate all of the left overs off of the counter), your behavior has improved.
You look stunning in your pink snuggie.

We know you aren't perfect but your fur is
ohhh sooooo soft.
& for that,
my friend,
I am thankful.

Week 26

Written by Shannon Leigh

Last week was week 26. Peanut was 14 inches long and at this point all four of her senses are developed. Not only can she hear me talking but she can hear what's going on around me. Maybe I should start playing classical music or something.

This was the first week that I felt the baby have hiccups. It was super cute at first but then the repetitiveness of it started to kind of annoy me. I 'm pretty sure that she doesn't enjoy them either. She seems to get extra squirmy when they start up.

It seems to be flying now (not sure if I should be excited or scared). I'm looking forward to the rest of the week off with the Thanksgiving holiday. I've decided that sitting up at my desk is pretty uncomfortable and it's only going to get worse. I still can't complain too much, I'm feeling great! Let's hope week 27 is just as good!

Chambana Moms Interview

Written by Shannon Leigh

Amy from ChambanaMoms.com interviewed little ole me. You should totally read it!

Check out the article here.

Week 25

Written by Shannon Leigh

Last week Peanut and I were 25 weeks.

She was 13 1/2 inches long (the size of a very large cucumber) and she weighed about 1 1/2 pounds. I chose NOT to photograph myself with a very large cucumber... it just looked... awkward.

Anyway, she is fully formed at this point and gaining some baby fat. If she has hair, it is continuing to grow and you would be able to see the color and texture.

Moving around is getting a little more difficult, especially bending over and getting out of bed. I can't complain too much because I still feel great.

She has officially found my bottom ribs and I feel pretty good jabs when I lay down.

Still feeling great and getting super excited about meeting this little cucumber, only 14 weeks to go:)

A Movie about Love (& London)

Written by Shannon Leigh

We are very thankful to Matt's parents for letting us borrow their video camera for our trip.

Try not to pay attention to the shaky camera and Matt's constant zooming. Cut us some slack, we aren't professional videographers:)

See for yourself,

&

Enjoy.

Love (& London) from Shannon Anderson on Vimeo.

Week 24

Written by Shannon Leigh

Last week was week 24 and boy are things-a-changing. Peanut was a full 12 inches long, the length of a piece of Indian corn. It was the first week that she'd be able to survive outside of the womb, which is pretty darn amazing. I am pretty proud of how far Peanut has come...

They say there is a distinct sleep pattern now but I am under the impression that Peanut doesn't sleep. She is constantly moving. Her new trick is pushing her bum/back/head out on one side of my belly, making it totally lopsided. I can feel bits and pieces of her rolling around all day long and so can Matt. We can even see her jumping around under my clothes.

I had my 24 week appointment and everything looks great! I have gained 8 pounds so far and Peanut is right on schedule as far as growth. I was hoping to get another sono at some point, but they'll only do it if it's medically necessary, which we don't want to happen. So I guess we won't "see" her until she's here.

Dylan D.

Written by Shannon Leigh
I dare you to check out Dylan D. on my photo blog.