Every muscle in my body aches. It's been a long hard weekend, but we got a major task completed (well mostly at least). Fifteen hours and two coats of paint later Emma's room (what we affectionately refer to now as the Neapolitan Suite) is completely painted. We still have to add the border that binds the two colors (Pink Punch & Cornerstone) but I will wait about two weeks for the paint to fully cure before applying it. I am just glad it is over and Emma's room is ready for her furniture. The pictures make it look easy, but believe me it was not. The prep-work alone took four hours. After the work was complete we took some time to open and assemble some of the gifts Emma has already received. We needed something small to fill in for Emma as we tested the stroller, car seat, and bouncer. Emma (our little frog) was an eager and willing participant.

Elena's Mom came over on Saturday and took Elena out all day so that she and Emma could be away from the fumes. They shopped, had dinner, and spent some good quality time together.

Earlier this week we caught-up with Anna Christina and Andre on their way back from Brazil. It's amazing how 2 months can change a kid. Andre was bigger and cuter than ever. Anna Christina brought back a beautiful pink sweater to keep Emma warm along with a handmade towel from Junior's Mom. We look forward to using them soon.

Later this week we will meet with Elena's OB-GYN for a regular checkup. Our next ultrasound is scheduled for September 1st.