rotund

that's definitely how i'm feeling. i've actually only gained 23lbs since getting pregnant and it is pretty much all in my belly which i'm constantly bumping into things with. i'll be so excited when i can put socks on without maneuvering, twisting or wincing. i really don't have much to complain about but having this belly definitely limits some conveniences: 

• checking blind-spots while driving
  
• wiping front-to-back with ease (seriously!)
• getting out of bed
• cuddling up next to my husband
• buttoning my coat
• pulling laundry out of the washer

according to our ultrasound yesterday, our little girl is head-down and weighs ~5.5lbs. her head circumference is measuring smaller than average (yeah!) and her other body measurements are right on target! i'll be 35 WEEKS on Saturday. next weekend our friends, Melissa and Kevin, are throwing us a coed shower! there's going to be ~40 of our friends attending - we're really flattered and very excited to see everyone.

jer worked really late the other night and i woke up at midnight to him tickling and poking my belly. apparently they were having a little play-session. he would tap or poke and she'd punch or kick back. all the while - fortunately - i slept right through it.