38 and 6

38 weeks and 6 days. I am currently dilated to a 3 and 80% effaced. This doesn't mean much to me since not much change is occurring. I won't be surprised if the baby comes in June but we'll have to see. I asked my doctor how far past my due date he would let me go and he said 3 weeks! Really?! Isn't that dangerous? Anyway I just don't want to be induced and I definitely do NOT want a C-section. So things are going well and I am having contractions but nothing that hurts. They are not consistent so I don't keep track. I just notice my stomach is tightening up. And no the hospital bag is still not packed. My stuff is all just in a pile waiting to be put away.

Well that is it for now. Happy 17th Birthday to Alex and congrats to Ali finally graduating from law school!

My Lover, My Hubby!

27!!!!

Aubrey, you're 27. An old man compared to me!

Here are 27 reasons why I love you!! (In no particular order.)

1. You are funny. Secretly.

2. You are Persian.

3. You help me with chores.

4. You ask me how to make food even though we've done it before.

5. You are rough with Leila.

6. You have an interest in Dingy Cats!

7. You rub my back.

8. You work so I can take it easy.

9. You stay home when I go to school and teach aerobics.

10. You are very active in the church.

11. You encourage me to be nice.

12. You hold my hand every night when we pray.

13. You read the scriptures with me every night.

14. You keep a planner.

15. You visit your grandma every week.

16. You want to be with me 24/7!

17. You really get into yard work.

18. You change Leila's nasty diapers.

19. You let me spend money.

20. You pass the sacrament about every week.

21. You always pick out candy at the store.

22. You had a thing for cheerleaders.

23. You put up my family.

24. You save money.

25. You took me to the temple.

26. You and I started an eternal family.

27. You never hesitate or question to do the right thing.

I love you with all my heart and I am glad that I get to be with you forever. You make my world go round and I don't know what I would do without you. I am glad for the opportunity to be the mother of your children. You are the best man alive and perfect for me. I LOVE YOU!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Love/ Marci

Already?

Well I'm 37 weeks tomorrow and had a Dr appointment today. I was surprised to find that I am almost dilated to a 2 and being 50% effaced. With Leila I had to be induced and nothing happened until a whole 8 days after my due date. I feel like this baby will come later but knowing that my body has started the process makes me think otherwise. So I guess we'll see what happens in the near future. I definitely nested today by getting Leila an actual toddler bed and turning the crib back into a crib, put the bassinet by our bed, unpacked the size 1 diapers, rounded up all my nursing supplies, got rid of some toys, and started getting the H bag together. I still need a dresser for the baby not to mention we need to finally decide on a NAME!!!! I wish I knew what it was going to be. I need to start her journal! Well I'll keep you updated and wish me luck!

ONE MORE FINAL......

Until I get to do this......


And a little bit more of this.......

And this..........


Can't Wait!

Easter!

Easter was a lot of fun this year. I had planned to find an Easter egg hunt for Leila. I didn't find any around Ogden but I didn't look that hard either. We ended up going to the Wheeler Farm in Salt Lake City. There were supposed to be hunts every hour from 10:30 to 3:30 but when we got there at 12:30 they said they were out of eggs! What! Seriously?! Well anyway we looked around at the animals and Leila really enjoyed that. I got some good footage too so I am happy. We drove down and listened to conference in the car. It's so much easier than chasing Leila around while trying to listen. So on the way home we decided to stop at the DI in Murray, who knows what you'll find. Well we got a steal on this new desk for Aubrey. It's not what he ultimately wants but it was definitely a step up. Luckily they held it for us to pick up the following Monday morning since we had no way of getting it home then. So we listened to more of conference in the car and finished at home. Aubrey got ready to go to the session with my dad and brothers and I headed to Karlee's for crafts (dying eggs). But the fun part of the night was watching Trevor and Carlee open their wedding gifts. I miss opening lots of gifts. Can't wait till we have a little baby boy! Anyway it was fun and their wedding cake was real good.

Sunday was the best. Conference was so good but I do have to say I hate when they talk about people dying. I know it has a purpose but my pregnancy emotions are a little (a lot) more ready to be used. So we went to my parents house and had the best meal I've had in a long time. Cheesy potatoes, ham, green beans, and rolls. I ate a ton. We then headed over to Aubrey's parents to watch the second session. After that I decided I wanted to find some home videos of my hubby. I'm really glad that his family took the time to make them. We all had fun watching and Aubrey liked seeing the videos after a long time. I was surprised at how much the boys went naked. Aubrey's mom said she didn't care that her boys did that. I saw each boy pee at least once. It was funny but again I was surprised.

So here are some pictures. I started this post forever ago but now it's here. Sorry!

She definitely did better with him than with Santa. I'd have to say this bunny is MUCH more scary.

This is Leila's Easter dress. Designer: Aubrey

This is the desk we found. It was marked at $85.00 but we got it for only $60.00. Sweet! Aubrey has cleaned it up a bit and fixed some scratches. Love the DI!

I had to post this picture for mine and Leila's buddies. This is the usual playdate crew but we're always looking for more kids around the same age to come. Don't know why the girls have black/blue eyes. No abuse (from the parents) goes on at these playdates. My guess the child with no "bruises" on the very right caused the damage. jk. I won't put names but the ages currently run from 12 to 19 months.

It's Monday....... Well I'm starting week number 11? for the spring semester. I couldn't be happier with the weather we've had this past week. Leila and I had so much fun over spring break and it makes me want to be home with Leila all the time. It was nice not to worry about school and just play all day. I think once school is over with I'll be reminded of what a stay at home mom really does. Aubrey spends just as much time with Leila at home as I do and I love that. I love it because I have the opportunity to go to school and do what the Lord has commanded which is get an education. I think of all the things I know and try to remember if I knew those things before I officially started college. I definitely feel more valuable and able to teach my children about everything especially about physical education and things like health and nutrition, daily aspects of everyone's life. I plan on graduating in December of 2011 and by the way things are going now, I feel like it's just around the corner. Yee yeah! So I'm excited and this semester has just been flying by.

Another reason I'm glad things are flying by is because I NEED to hold my baby! She does NOT stop moving and I love it. She is definitely a physical little girl. I am excited to get her out and just swaddle her. Swaddle her so she can't kick me and play the drums on my insides. Every time I see a baby I just want to ask if I can hold it. I haven't lately because I was sick for the whole month of February with whatever everyone was passing around. I just can't wait to hold her. We thought we decided on a name but Aubrey isn't quite sure yet. The fact that he isn't sure makes me unsure too. I think we might just have to see her to decide what fits. We do know that her middle name will be Afsar. It's Persian and Aubrey's grandma's name. It means, leader, commander, crown, tiara. You get the picture. As of right now that suits her. I've mentioned before that she kicked my side so I pushed her back and and then she kicked me HARDER! I was surprised. I just can't wait to meet her. I don't know how I'm going to love two girls the same just yet though. I'm sure I'll know shortly.




Just a photo of Leila being a big girl. Time for a haircut maybe?

My sexy husband... Pretty sure he can grow a beard faster than yours.














I went red. I let Aubrey choose the color. I just needed something different and I like it.

Coupon for class!

Hey everyone! There is another coupon for any class at Blue aka Adult Dance and Fitness. As much as I would LOVE for you to come to my class, I would like for you to just come to any class and get working out! My step class is on Thursday nights from 6-7 p.m. I love teaching there and recently my class has really picked up and we have a good time. I will say it one more time that I like it a lot more than at Weber but I will also say again, I do not teach pole or chair dancing. I don't think I would ever attend those classes anyway just cause I know I can get a workout without at the sexuality. Idk it's just weird to me. So print out some coupons and hand them out like crazy or if you need I can bring you some coupons too. Well hope to see you there and if you don't come to my class just get working out cause we all know we need to! (You know you need to) Remember the coupon expires the end of March and you can print the coupon from www.marcibarker.com

Also, until the end of March you can get 50% off a membership at Blue. All you have to do it mention my name. That is a big deal! You will get unlimited classes and tanning and discounts and best of all a more fit body! We all want that.

You can check out www.danceogden.com for a schedule of all the different classes.