The Balloon

This balloon has been around since our baby shower in early December; Greg and I have joked about it, saying that Emma's not going to arrive until it deflates. Let's hope that's not true because, while it has deflated a little, it's still floating and this Mama has about run out of patience, waiting on Emma's arrival. I'm about to encourage the deflation process along by sticking a straight pin through it ...

Greg and I have had the house prepared for weeks, waiting on our bundle of joy to arrive. Here are some pictures from around the house that has Emma's presence already in it:

Our office/workout room has turned into a play/workout room: we have the treadmill and rowing machine to the left of the door and Emma's half is on the right. The playpen, bouncer, and activity mat are in here for easy access. (The desk has now moved upstairs to a guest bedroom.) I love this set up; Greg and I are still looking for a cute toy chest, but it's not a top priority.

The living room has Emma's swing in it:

Emma's room with a few additions: