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What's up in this house

So this is what I have been up to lately. Incubating. A human. I would say a tiny human, but he's not THAT tiny for a nearly newborn. I had to be checked on Friday to make sure he wasn't gigantic, but he's pretty decent- about 3.6kg at the moment. But that's a rough estimate, he could actualy be up to 4kg. Yeah.

Today I am 39 weeks and I have my fingers constantly crossed that he decides to make his debut this week. I was 10 days overdue with M before they induced labour, and I don't want to go that far over this time.

So I have been busy, resting and nesting.

When baby comes I hope to be able to do laundry properly. This pregnancy brain thing is ridiculous, but apprently it has given me an aversion to washing clothes. I either put all the clothes in the washing machine with powder, but I don't turn it on. Or, I put wet clothes in the dryer and don't turn it on- often even leaving the dryer door open. Or I leave wet clothes on top of the washing machine and forget to hang them out to dry. Without fail, one of those scenarios happen on the daily.

So that's the happs around here lately. And it's also why I may not be around for a little while within the next week or so. Let's hope he's here by the end of the week. Fingers crossed for me? Send labour thoughts my way?

When I'm back in the swing of things here, I'll have plenty of photos and experiences to share and also a couple of projects I'm working on! Looking forward to it!

Smock

If you think these look awesome, check out this post from Smock covering all of their beautiful new range. The patterns are so funky, with gorgeous, bright colour combinations. Products are all available at their website.

I love stationery, especially when I find ranges like this!

Swinging Necklace

Sterling Silver Swinging Pinup Girl by MarKhed. So very cool.

Lego Wii Remote

Playable Wii remote customisable with LEGO! This is the perfect gift for any LEGO-loving Wii-playing child between 6 and 10 years. Like my 7 year old nephew whose birthday is coming up. YES! Available from Toys R Us.

Currently Reading

There's a House Inside My Mummy by Giles Andreae

With our second offspring due in just under 4 weeks, I have started reading this book to my daughter. It was lent to me by my sister in law, and it's adorable. Very basic concepts- I would recommend it for ages 2 years and up. M really enjoys it, however she is currently obsessed with anything baby related, so I'm not as sure the book is preparing her for siblinghood or she just likes it because it's relevant to her interests. Either way, the book is a delightful read for children expecting a sibling!

You're My Favourite

Anyone that knows me, knows this is one of my 'catchphrases', so I definitely fell in love with this card when I saw it. Only thing is, living in Australia I spell 'favourite' the English way ;) 'You're my Favorite' mixed media print by Robayre (an Etsy store worth checking out).

How to Have a Lovely Day

1. Drink tea.
2. Wear something that makes you feel good.
3. Say please and thank you.
4. Tell somebody you love them.
5. Eat dessert first.
6. Watch the sunrise or sunset.
7. Wear perfume.
8. Smile (a lot!).
9. Read a book.
10. Cook or bake for someone else.
11.Watch a good film.
12. Wish others a lovely day.

I see this list floating around the internet a lot, and I like it! Although I do think we all have our own ways of making our day lovely- things we could do every day. Some we should do every day, some we can choose to do.

I would love to know what others would include on their own lists? Comment and let everyone know what would be on yours!

Some truth from Roald Dahl

Slacking off, yes, but here is a page from The Twits' by Roald Dahl (a book and author I love a lot, and can't wait to introduce my daughter to). I just love this so much. If you've never read it- I recommend. Especially if you have school age children. A little bit unconventional compared to kids books these days, but still great.

I tried to source this image, but I'm just not sure where it came from- it popped up on my tumblr without credit. If you know, please let me know.

Bombing the Etsy Office

This looks awesome! Check out Etsy's Flickr photostream for a HEAP of behind the scenes photos.

Pregnancy Journal

This pregnancy journal is absolutely adorable- created by a mama who is a photographer, so it is lovely and colourful and full of nice images. Click through to see more pages from the book. Oh, to have such talent, haha! (Found via Ohdeedoh)