mr. sleep.... i felt like he beat me down too cuz i have been so tired and worn out, it's not even funny... the bulk of my art projects have been completed but there are a few that lay on the table awaiting a bit more attention.... but the past week or so, i worked hard very hard to get most everything done.... for instance, those 200 invitations? well, those are all completed- 200 flowers glued on 200 envelopes... 200 postcards stuffed in 200 paper folders that were closed with 200 teeny bows... and 200 tiny labels to let 200 people know who did the work... the postcards came last week friday and boy, they look amazing!!! i love professional printing with it's glossy finish and no smudges....
i can't wait to make some thank you postcards now... but when will i do that? hehe... i still have a few more projects to show you by friday... i have joyce's illustration, the paperbag swag illustration, and perhaps another sweetpea swap... a teeny one at that, but my mind isn't made up just yet...
over the weekend, we went to the circus... diego is old enough to enjoy it and i am old enough to feel sorry for the elephants, lions, and tigers.... i took a photo of ramel, diego, and elmo... doesn't elmo look like he got hit with a frying pan? diego didn't mind the lopsided head- he was just fascinated with the fact that elmo was in his presence....
with 7wks left, this baby feels like she is ready to bust outta my belly.... i feel awkward and as said before, tired as can be... but an iron pill a day is the doc's remedy for the fatigue... and as for the awkwardness?! well, we just have to wait a few more weeks.... technically, in 3wks the baby will be baked enough to enter the world but 5wks is what the doctors push for.... and that is fine by me.... i am looking forward to see isabella as well as be able to bend over and plug in my hot glue gun without squishing the belly... but a bit of time left on the ticker...
now, to catch up on flickr and emails and hopefully blogs.... lemme grab my coffee first...
You look great! Just get lots of rest! I know it can be hard with work and Diego but you will appreciate even 10 minutes:)
Posted by: Wendy | February 28, 2007 at 03:50 PM
You look so pretty, I know you can't wait to have this baby. And yes Elmo looks funny (lol).
Posted by: brenda | February 28, 2007 at 09:33 PM
You look great, sweetie. And you hang in there. AS you know, it's al worth it in the end. That Elmo does look rather sad, but it's good Diego had fun. And you have been the working machine, churning out all kinds of stuff. I think it makes it even more rewarding when you know you did it all while being pregnant and taking care of a two year old.
Posted by: Robyn | February 28, 2007 at 09:44 PM
You look fabulous. I can't believe how much you're getting done! At the end of the day I just want to sleep....
Posted by: Julie K in Taiwan | March 01, 2007 at 02:25 AM
you are just the cutest little pregnant mama! I love seeing your progress;)
Posted by: amandajean | March 01, 2007 at 04:50 PM
you look beautiful Elia! cant believe how fast your Pregnancy is going!! Great pics!
you sound super busy....
Posted by: Anastasia | March 01, 2007 at 10:09 PM
You look so fantastic. I can't believe how active and productive you are! Jeez, when I was that far along I just sat or, better yet, lay down. You are so amazing. You're artwork is so incredibly creative. I love it. One of my favourites is the card with the older brother and the little sister, or that's how I see it. Just think. It won't be long now. SLEEP. SLEEP. SLEEP. I remember how that pregnancy and early motherhood amnesia tricks you into forgetting just how tiring and difficult the first few weeks can be. (Which is why I went on to have 3 kids 4 and under.) Anyway- I love your imagination. Take care of yourself and get as much rest and relaxation as possible. You deserve it!
Posted by: trish | March 02, 2007 at 06:01 PM
Awwww, you are adorable looking Mama :) I agree with the others, you get an amazing amount of work down for being at the tale end of your pregnancy, I'm not sure where you get the energy from!
I recieved my paper pack yesterday...thank you thank you, it's lovely and full of fun pieces, and so nicely wrapped. You have great handwriting too, I appreciate the card you sent with my purchase. :)
lucy
Posted by: lucy | March 04, 2007 at 06:37 AM
i think the invites turned out gorgeous
and that belly,
:)
too cute!
Posted by: gkgirl | March 04, 2007 at 10:26 AM