Being great with child, Brett and I could not go out West to spend Thanksgiving with my side of the family. I knew my doctor would not give me a note (with the preterm contraction scare) and plus, Brett and I had our first childbirth class to attend to the night before. I'll admit, it made me really sad, but there was nothing I could do about it. Of course, Brett and I made the best of the situation and had a great Thanksgiving week.
The first childbirth class was really interesting. It's hard to sit in a class like that with Brett because he starts to laugh which makes me laugh and then we are both trying not to lose it. (I know, we are so mature!) We had to watch a couple of non medicated births and I'll admit that we both left more terrified. Brett turned to me and said, "you're getting the epidural." Haha! My plan has always been to get an epidural and I will fully take advantage of the beauty of modern medicine. I admire anyone who has had a natural birth and I can imagine it is such a rewarding feeling and accomplishment, BUT, that is just not for me unless I have no other choice.
Since it was just Brett and I for Thanksgiving, I decided to make the whole feast. Call me crazy, but I wanted to accomplish this challenge in my condition and use my new kitchen. I am proud of myself because I was successful and it came out delicious! We had turkey, gravy, mash potatoes, homemade rolls, green bean casserole, and sweet potatoes. I thought about making a pecan pie for dessert (no pumpkin for us), but I didn't want to push it. I had bought one from the store and it actually was really nasty, so we settled for the vanilla ice cream instead.
On Black Friday, I went out later at about 1 p.m. to downtown Savannah. Brett and I aren't really into waking up super early and dealing with the craziness. Even at 1 p.m. I still hit some pretty good deals and low crowds which is exactly what I wanted. I about finished all my Christmas shopping too. Later on, Brett and I went to Home Depot and bought our Christmas Tree and then decorated for Christmas the next day.
Even though we could not be with family, we really did make the best of the situation. I have a lot to be grateful for this year. I feel so blessed to have new experiences like moving to Georgia, an understanding family from both sides, friends, The Gospel of Jesus Christ, having a new home, Brett's new job, Brett for helping me out a lot, my kitties, and of course this baby that will be joining us in a month. How could I not be grateful?!
On Black Friday, I went out later at about 1 p.m. to downtown Savannah. Brett and I aren't really into waking up super early and dealing with the craziness. Even at 1 p.m. I still hit some pretty good deals and low crowds which is exactly what I wanted. I about finished all my Christmas shopping too. Later on, Brett and I went to Home Depot and bought our Christmas Tree and then decorated for Christmas the next day.
Even though we could not be with family, we really did make the best of the situation. I have a lot to be grateful for this year. I feel so blessed to have new experiences like moving to Georgia, an understanding family from both sides, friends, The Gospel of Jesus Christ, having a new home, Brett's new job, Brett for helping me out a lot, my kitties, and of course this baby that will be joining us in a month. How could I not be grateful?!
