35 weeks: down to a month

one month left once this week is up. one month of just the two of us; one month of being free to make plans on a whim, leisurely mornings after a restful night's sleep, running out for ice cream at the local Rita's after a late dinner and a movie; one month of day trips with nothing more than a beach bag and a few water bottles; one month of laundry once a week, Sushi wiggling his way under the covers in the middle of the night, going out for hibachi on a whim. any regrets? no. we are both so anxious to meet this little girl who has stolen our hearts with her kicks and tiny heartbeat. will we miss our freedom? i have no doubt - but we can't wait for the trade-off. this month is going to be busy... child-birthing classes, finishing the nursery, redecorating the house with baby paraphernalia taking the place of candles and antique plant stands, finding a pediatrician: the list continues. fortunately, we got our maternity photo shoot done this past week... and we had so much fun! (pictures below!) worst symptoms: heartburn (continued), bulky becoming bulkier, insomnia, low energy no cravings out of the ordinary; however, food always looks and sounds SO GOOD. can't wait for mealtimes! baby: movement is still quite active, but becoming more aggressive as she grows. my belly definitely looks as if it is writhing on it's own at times, sticking out at odd angles when she finds a comfortable position with her elbows and knees askew. it makes us both laugh. as much as i'm ready to be back to my normal size and body-for-one, i'm going to miss feeling her move. i never thought it would be like this...