34,35,36,37

I'm a little behind on my picture updates but here I am at 34 weeksI thought I had one at 35 which is when I took my maternity pics, but I don't have those yet, so here is 36.

and 37. It's hard to believe I have 3 more weeks left and even harder to believe how my stomach could stretch out anymore!!

My fun weekly appointments started on Friday and so far it looks like I'm going to go over my due date, but please pray that my labor starts naturally and they don't have to induce me. I'm going to have a talk with Baby Alex and let him know his time is up and he needs to come sooner than later. I don't want to gain anymore weight and I don't want him to either. If you're thinking I look good you are so wrong....I'm almost up to 40lbs, but than again as long as he's healthy that's all that matters.

Private Practice

Just when Al thought his acting career was over he got an offer to make an appearance on Private Practice. He didn't get the main part for this scene, but he is standing in the background during a brain surgery on a teenager. I didn't get to go this time which explains why I don't have any pictures to post. He might consider retirement at this stage because he was there from 2pm-10:30pm for one scene, so glad I wasn't there. He is supposed to be on episode 18 which will be March 31st, so look for him!! He did get one picture with the actress (no idea who she is because I don't watch the show) and the cusa machine which he sells for work.

This Is The Story

Last week was my first week on maternity leave so I had a little more spare time than usual. Kristin and I decided to go on a little day trip to Malibu. On our way we stopped at the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air House. There was a brand new house being built across the street and we just happened to get there when all the construction workers were on their lunch. The best part was a food truck pulled up right in front of the Fresh Prince house so there was no hiding the stares, but luckily no one wants to stare at a 8 1/2 month old pregnant woman, so Kristin got all those:) We decided to use our resources while they were having lunch and had them take a picture of us.

Such a pretty house.

When we got to Malibu we had lunch at a random little shack on PCH called Cholada Thai Beach Cuisine. Their Thai food was soooo good and the brown rice was even better. I'm not usually a rice lover because I feel like it's just a filler, but this rice was delicous. I had the Mixed Vegetables with Chicken, yummy!! Lunch was interesting.....we made friends with some rich kids from Pacific Pallisades that told us it was cool to get high while hanging upside down on an inversion chair. They also offered us some of their food, but that could have been from all the sake they were drinking at 1 in the afternoon.

After lunch we went to the Getty Villa. It's very different from the Getty in L.A. because there isn't really that much art. It's mostly Greek and Roman Antiquities....no paitings which are my favorite to look at.

I personally enjoyed the architecture and gardens at the museum more than the art.

Random weird statues they had around one of the main gardens.

How relaxing does this look? I totally wanted to be that statue on the rock.

I lied....I did love this statue and I learned from a tour group in this room that the David statue was built after this one.
and what I had been searching for the entire time at the museum....THE MUMMY
There was a video on how mummies were made which was so interesting to watch. Years ago UCLA took an x-ray of this mummy and they had that on display which was also really cool to see.

To end our fun day in Malibu we stopped at Diddy Riese on the way home and good news there is no line during the day!!

Babies

Last weekend some girls in my ward threw me a baby shower. We played fun games and had yummy food.

Al and Kris were able to come clean up what we didn't eat.

Al got his favorite bibs that he registered for.

and I got the Baby Einstein play mat that I wish came in an adult size.
A few girls are missing in the next picture....Thank You to everyone that was able to come!!

Obsessed

I'm officially obsessed with looking at baby clothes. Some people have made jokes about it's good I'm not having a girl. I'm starting to believe it's true because lets be honest, girl clothes are so much better. Anyway here are some I love and might have purchased.

My friend Danielle bought baby Alex this hat and cutest swimsuit ever from Janie and Jack....another store I'm now obsessed with. Al keeps making jokes about Baby Alex not being my doll that I get to dress up, but if he gets to hang out in my stomach for 9 months, I get to dress him in whatever I want. At least until he can say no...

Happy Valentines Day

Since Valentines Day was on a Monday we decided to go to dinner on Saturday night. The weather was soooo perfect that weekend!! I had some maternity pictures taken in Laguna Niguel that morning. I know you're dying to see my pregnant body posing on the beach and even though I don't really want to remember how much weight I gained I'm sure they will be fun to look back on someday. We had breakfast at this really cute cafe overlooking the ocean.

Al's of course sweet breakfast.
and my somewhat healthy breakfast. We went to Beso in Hollywood for our Valentines dinner. I've been dying to go to this restaurant ever since I read about it in Lauren Conrads book. I know that sounds totally lame, but she has good taste. Plus Eva Longoria owns it and she has good taste too.When you walk in you are greeted by a romantic candlelit dining room, super sheek decor, and good music. They serve you the best flatbread with some yummy secret sauce.
We had the artichoke guacamole for our appetizer.
We sat right by the Ceviche Bar where they prepare all the flatbreads, steaks and seafood.
I had been eyeing this pretty fruit drink all week on their menu so I ordered a virgin one, but I got some random weird creation that looked nothing like the one online and even worse it was in a regular glass. Their portions are huge, so if you ever eat there don't order an appetizer and 2 sides like us.
The Best Valentine I could ever have!!

Afterwards we went for a little wak down Hollywood Blvd. and stopped in front of the W for some pics.

On Valentines Day Al suprised me with a Singamajig and new iPhone with Verizon!! The Singamajig and iPhone both provide great entertainment. Baby Alex is going to love the Singamajig. I hate to even post what I got Al because I'm so not a fan, but it's what he wanted. He said something about them helping strengthen his feet, bla, bla. I told him he couldn't wear them when he was outside of the house with me, but he clearly broke that rule when he wore them to my baby shower on Saturday. I'm hoping it's a phase he grows out of soon.

Rookie Of The Year

While I was in Utah, Al was in Vegas for his companies annual sales meeting. An awards ceremony was held the last night they were there, where Al was awarded Rookie of The Year!! He got a sweet glass bowl trophy that we are going to use as a huge candy bowl at our house.

He also gave a speech which I wish I could have heard. I'm sure he mentioned me in it:)

I'm so proud of him for all his hard work and accomplishments. What a huge honor to be Rookie of The Year. Way To Go Al, you are amazing!!