Stubborn child

Well, with only 5 days to go until my due date, it doesn't appear that Sadie has any interest in making her grand entrance any time soon. Doctor's visit today went fine, but just goes to prove my suspicion that she's going to be a very stubborn child! The doctor is going to schedule an induction for September 14th, so unless something changes between now and then, Sadie's birthday will be September 14th. My grandmother, a firm believer in "old wive's tales" thinks she will be born on September the 8th because that is when the next full moon occurs. I guess we'll all just have to wait and see what Sadie has in mind for us! Although, I do hope it's soon because I'm very tired of hearing people at work say "You're still here?!"

As for what else is going on in the Badgett household --- Alex started soccer last week. His team is named -- appropriately, I think -- the Rugrats. Can you image coaching a team of 3 and 4 year olds soccer?! Or maybe I should say - TRYING to teach them soccer. I hope that coach has a good wife at home who waits for him after each practice with a stiff drink!! They have one practice a week on Thursday and then a game on Saturday mornings. The games start next weekend and should provide a lot of laughs and comic relief!! Alex is very excited though, and I must admit, can kick the ball well for a 4 year old. Expect pictures to come!

Not much else is going on in good ole Greensboro -- waiting for the rain from Tropical Storm Ernesto and looking forward to a long, holiday weekend. Hope all is well with everyone else. Talk to you again soon.

A Note from Erin

Hi Everyone! I figured since this blog is half about me that I would shed my "two cents" on some things! The childbirth class was actually a lot more fun than I thought it would be. The instructor was great -- she really made the class. But the best part had to be when Todd put on the sympathy belly! Don't feel too bad for him though --- other dads did it too, so all of the guys got laughed at equally!
It appears that the football rivalries are in full force already -- and it's still preseason. It could be a long season for Todd if Wes jumps on the band wagon-- as I already love to give him a hard time about any team that he likes (Yanks, Redskins, Maryland, etc.) He gives it back to me just as bad though about UT (Go VOLS!!), Marshall (can't wait for the movie in November BTW), the Colts (Peyton Manning, of course), etc. He can't say much about App though -- we are, after all, 2005 Division 1-AA NATIONAL Football Champions!!
Well, I'm off to get some dinner -- baby's hungry for that steak in the fridge. Guess maybe I'll actually think about getting around to packing my bag for the hosptial now too......do something nice for Todd since it's driving him NUTS that I haven't done it yet. Hope everyone is well and will chat with you again soon!!

Birthing Classes

We just finished our condensed childbirth class..... Boy, did I learn a lot... I learned that the mom has ALL the control when she is in labor... and that I am at her command.. so if she wants the remote to the TV, I have to give it up... That means I can't watch Sportscenter... That will be okay... I can give it up for a couple hours..... Let's hope it is a quick birth.... For me and for Erin....
Erin has said I have jinxed us with Sadie.. Ever since I mentioned the contractions on the website last Friday, she hasn't had anything remotely close to one... She went back to the Dr this past Thursday and nothing had changed... During the birthing class, I got to put on 30 pounds of baby and bladder... Boy did I look HOT!!!!.. We do have a picture on our camera phones and we will try to put them on here ASAP... Erin made me get on the floor and try to get up.. That was harder than I thought and then she took off my shoes and made me put them on and tie them... I COULD HARDLY REACH MY FEET!!!!!! I am so glad it isn't me carrying this baby...
Alex has been signed up for soccer.. I don't know much about soccer because I have never played it, so I told Erin I need the "Dummies for Soccer" book so I can follow what is going on with Alex's soccer games... His first practice is this upcoming Thursday and his first game should be soon.. I don't know if it is before or after Labor day.....
Well at least one of my teams is playing well.. How about them Yanks??? Whipping up on the Red Soxs.... For the Redskins, luckily it is preseason and these games don't count...They have another game tonight against the NY Jets...We will see what happens... And for your little comment Mr Duncan about the Deadskins, it is ON!!! My family and your family have a date that day when the Skins and the Kittens meet... Hail to the Redskins, Hail Victory!!!! You are going to love that song after that day!!!
Sally, Oliver says Hello and hopes to see you soon!!! And he has torn up the toy you gave him Sally...no more squeakers in that toy -- but he still loves it.

I leave you with this "You can't have two #1's because that will make 11" From Ricky Bobby Movie....

Sadie

8:20pm we had our first contraction from Sadie... At the doctor yesterday, Erin had dialated to a 1... That isnt much but it is one step closer for Sadie.. I am so excited and cant wait for her... Every move Erin makes I ask "Are you OK? Was that a contraction?" I'm sure Erin gets tired of me asking but I'm just so excited... This past Wednesday made it 36 weeks for Erin and Sadie... We are in the home stretch....
This weekend we get to take Alex to a big brother big sister class at the Women's Center.... We should have a lot of fun with that... Alex also is going to a birthday party at McDonalds tomorrow.. We loves McDonalds, but who doesnt...
The Yankees lost... but we still have a lead on the Red Sox... The Redskins have their first preseason game on Sunday.. We will be watching that game along with eating pizza... Nothing like the first preseason game of football for your favorite team....
We want to congratulate Matt on his graduation... We couldnt attend due to the doctor said we shouldnt be that far away.. Matt, sorry we couldnt be there but we love you and know you will exceed in whatever you choose in life.. We look forward to visiting you at the beach!!!

The picture shows Alex and his two cousins... Once Sadie is born he will have 2 cousins and a sister in the picture...

I leave you with this "If you aint first, your last" quote from Ricky Bobby of Talledega Nights (One of my favorite movies of all time)I want to see it again..

Almost there!

It is Thursday evening and it is 35 weeks and 1 day for Sadie.... The weather is hot and we are ready for her to grace us with her presence.... Everyday becomes closer to that special day when she will be here... The Yankees won again tonight!!! Yea!! and the Redskins training camp is in full force!!! Go Skins.. College football is just around the corner which means one part of the house will be Maryland Terripans and the other half will be Tennessee Volunteers!!! At least they are not in the same conference so there will be some peace within the house!!

Alex had his birthday party at Chuckie Cheese Tuesday night.. It was crazy... He was running around like a chicken with his head cut off.. He was so excitied.. HE LOVED IT!! He ate pizza, met Chuckie Cheese himself, had his Spiderman birthday cake, got tons of money and a lot of toys and played and played and played in the arcade.. Even I played a few games..

While it is time to hit the sack, I leave you with this "Sadie will be born the year of the 2006 National Women College Basketball Champions, The Maryland Terripans"