Four Weeks and Counting

Well, I have no recent pictures to post, but felt like I needed to post something since I haven't in so long. My mom was here for a week, which was really nice, and I got very spoiled. I think I changed 2 diapers that whole week. She also helped dust, wash dishes, load the kids in the van, give baths, you name it. But, the best part was just having her here. We treated ourselves to manicures and pedicures, too.
In other news, Colin has had to got back to work in Sherman a couple of days a week because his replacement is no longer working there. bummer! Anyway, I am trying to smile and not get frustrated about his long days again. Mostly I just wish he wasn't so stressed because his big oral exam for work is coming up in 2 weeks. He will be in Kentucky from the 23rd- 26th and I plan on having my dr. sew my knees together so I won't have Charlie while he is gone.
Speaking of Charlie, I had an ob appt today, and I'm measuring pretty big - 37.5 weeks (and I'm really 35). I guess we should expect another super-sized boy! We have 4 weeks until he arrives, and I've definitely got the nesting thing going on. I washed all of his clothes and blankets, and we got all the swings and seats and bumbos down from the attic. I made Colin clean out some kitchen cabinets today and packed up a couple of boxes of things we don't need. I have a very strong desire to paint the garage (???) and reorganize under our bed. Did I mention that I've gained over 40 lbs. eek. I'm eating everything in sight - icecream out of the carton as I write this. I keep wishing that I could sleep better and that I didn't have to pee every 20 minutes, but then I have to take a deep breath, and realize that it is all worth it. I can't wait to meet him! I can't wait to see if he has dark or light or no hair. And will he have the little dimple in his chin like his brothers. And how will Jackson and Cooper react?? Jackson told me today that he "likes my big belly. Soon, you will take off your shirt so baby charlie can come out." hmmm. I wish I could understand how they must see things. I feel like it will be difficult for both of them in many ways, but I am glad they have each other to play with. I really had a hard time watching Jackson just play alone in his room on the floor while I walked Cooper up and down the hall, begging him to go to sleep. Well, enough words. Just wanted to post an update.