Housekeeping.

My posts may be a little sparse this week as I prepare to head to Chicago for a time of fun with scrap friends and checking out new products. I am looking forward to this time- not just away from kids- but a break from my usual routine.
I have been much more tired this past week as the baby growing inside seems to be on the move...all the time! Even Chip commented that he was having a hard time sleeping. The baby's favorite time for swimming and rolling around seems to be from 11:30 pm - 3 am. Just so happens those are the hours I like to get some good sound sleep. I am finding myself feeling sluggish and ready for a nap between 4:30 and 6 pm. Right about the time my kids all want to eat dinner. =) Somehow I still manage to make beds, do laundry and make stuff like lemon bars and zucchini bread. Other than feeling tired, I am doing really well. I'm 29 1/2 weeks and I think I've mentioned my babies generally arrive early- Ava at 35 1/2 weeks. So if this little guy decides to be like the rest of his siblings, that gives us somewhere between 6 and 10 weeks before he makes his appearance. I'm sort of hoping to be two months overdue, because I could use that extra time- although I think I may need lots of naps if that happens. =)
Maybe I should just stop doing things like taking 4 kids to Target all at the same time. You'd think I'd know what wears me out by now. On the otherhand, I think those sorts of outings may actually help keep me young and thinking on my toes.
That's all I have for this Monday. I've got lots of packing and list-making to do for my husband and babysitters. I know I will have a good time away from them and miss them at the same time. And I hope they somehow manage to stay on top of the laundry so I don't have to do too much when I get back! A girl can dream, right?! =) Happy Monday everyone!