Same As It Ever Was - Wednesday version

I'm guessing the title says it all, right?

Still waiting. Got a text from Ms FoodNetwork's mom last night while we were at a birthday party which got us a bit excited until we read it. It just said "No baby yet just thinking it's going to come in the middle of the night soon."

All pretense of working has fallen by the wayside for me. I had a really tough day professionally yesterday. I'm working with one guy I worked with well in the past and one new guy. The new guy is, shall we say, not the best communicator. I told them nearly two weeks ago I'd have to leave at any moment and why. He seemed to support that but doesn't seem to understand when I say I really can't plan to run a presentation later this week or guarantee I can complete deliverables. Once that call comes, I am outta here. Truth be told, I'm not really digging this project and it was just a place holder until one that is a better fit ramped up. After strong words yesterday I'm officially off the project. I'm disappointed it came to this but relieved at the same time.

Not sure what else I've even got to write about today. I'm just wiped. I did bake a lovely apple cake yesterday. I guess it's technically a chiffon cake because it used oil instead of butter. It's kind of a dense cake so I think it will travel fairly well. Or we'll just eat it for dinner.

<insert long unintended break from writing here>

Ok. Where were we? Oh, right WAITING. Yup still waiting. Just got back from interesting couples therapy session (you all know how much I truly love therapy, almost as much as chocolate). I know I've said it before but our therapist seriously rocks. Loves her. She gets it and is incredibly helpful.

The mister had a bit of a bombshell this morning (and no time to tell me in advance): he got laid off today! Now I know this will sound strange but we are both really happy and excited about this (unlike most of the others that got laid off today and that is not something we're happy about). Truly. He got a good package and insurance through the end of the year. He had been considering quitting to look for a new job but I told him to hope for getting laid off instead. His resume is ready to go and he has a couple of good "ins" at his desired employer. And we're very lucky in that what he does is pretty specialized and there's still a need for it in this economy. Now the timing is seeming pretty sweet because he might have more time at home with the baby.

Texting with TX today in hopes of encouraging this not-so-wee one to make an appearance.

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Sorry for no replies today but I'm just too wiped. I do appreciate each and every comment and perhaps after a nap I'll reply.

Comments

[Kellie]

Just wanted you to know that everything possible is crossed for you guys. I hope it's soon and I hope it's everything you want/need.

Congrats on the lay off.

[Bonnie]

I'm telling you...August 31st would be a great day for a birthday:)The waiting is maddening, but all of a sudden the baby will be here, and sooner than you know it.

Congratulations on the layoff.(though it sounds odd to say that).

[Jill]

Holding my breath for you....

[K]

It seems that everything is now aligned and meant to be! I am checking frequently and sending good thoughts always.

[MollyMorgan]

Whew!
Glad to hear something, anyway! And how NOT a coincidence it might just be to have simultaneous informal maternity+paternity leave....not that I'm superstitious.

If this happy event comes through the way it looks like it will, you're going to wish you had laid in a supply of more than just binkies, blankies and butt-wipies. If I were you, I'd be using my antsiness and all this waiting to get cookin', sister. You'll be very, very grateful when the time comes that you have a dozen or so wholesome, easy-to-reheat casseroles/stews/gratins/etc just waiting for your frazzled self to take out of the freezer. TRUST ME.

XXXXX XXXXX

[jen]

the universe is lining up... great things are on the horizon.

[Dead Bug]

The job situation sounds wonderfully serendipitous to me. And I am just on pins and needles, waiting and hoping and trolling your blog for updates a dozen times a day.

One question: Isn't Ms. FoodNetwork waaaay past her due date (or maybe it just seems that way)? Any talk of induction? I thought 7-10 days past EDD was the max allowed these days.

Thinking of you,
Bugs

[Michell]

Still waiting with you and thinking the job changes could end up being a very good thing. Hope you hear more soon.

[pocket]

I'm so happy for the Mister! This couldn't have happened at a better time and he's bound for better things. I'm sorry L got too sad to stay. I was hoping we would get to hang out.

[Francine]

Hey Lady, boy what a roller coaster. But it all sounds good... I'm glad you posted. I was half-way thinking that you were on an airplane somewhere... Give my love and hugs to the Mister.

[arsela]

oh dear. so many changes in the air. i'm glad the mister has a good package. it's going to very nice to have the time together. blessings and luck to you! we're anxiously waiting for news from you!

[tracey]

Man, a gal goes back to work after having the summer off, and all hell breaks loose on your blog! It was some random comment on facebook that sent me here and WOW! I'm too tired to get all the details - will read later - but I got the jist of it - I'm so excited for you and the mister, Millie ! Hope that phone rings soon.

Tracey

[suzly]

you know things happen in mysterious ways! this must be a sign that good things are to come for you guys. :)

... yes, I have been stalking you from my blackberry the entire time we have been at Disneyland. DH has gotten so pissed off at me that I have resorted to going into the bathroom to check for an update. <3

[Red Headed Momma]

Although this waiting must be driving you nuts (it's driving me nuts! ;) ), it's nice she's going to labor when it comes. I know jack about adoption, but it just seems like it goes in line with the transition period you have described. Not rushing anything, giving time to process, etc.

That said, that baby should really hurry up!

Glad the Mister got a nice package and you guys will have some time off together!

[filmgal30]

Non-baby related= So you can't call it a chiffon cake unless it uses oil instead of butter or is there some other thing in addition that makes it a "chiffon" cake?

Baby related=Keeping my fingers crossed that all your wishes will come true by the end of the week...I go on Sunday to find out if my IVF worked or not (I'm as nervous as a cat in a room full of dogs, but haven't said anything because I am just trying not to think about it, but wanted you to know)...I am hoping you get your baby by then!

[MichelleL]

Just adding my support on all fronts -- baby wait, your job issues, and DH job layoffs.

No need for reply. :)

MichelleL

[Pamplemousse]

I admire the lemonade out of lemons attitude y'all got ;)

The Headbanger is now checking daily for updates as well, as we are both on the ledge with you guys.

Get cooking and fill that ginormous freezer whilst you wait.

[elana]

thinking of you and hoping for you. i'm stressed out all the way across the country.

[wavybrains]

Keeping you in my thoughts. Yay for 42 week babies. My own "overdue" girl drove me crazy going two weeks past, but I am so glad we waited. On the plus side, 42 weekers are usually more robust (expect a BIG baby), sleep better, and have fewer feeding issues. This is an awesome site about "over due" babies: http://birthlove.cyclzone.com/pages/ten_month_mama.html

[MollyMorgan]

Good luck, filmagal---we're rooting for you!

And another interesting tidbit about overdue babies....a friend of mine was really late and he was born with shoulder-length hair & a full set of teeth! :-O !!

And, what Elana said! I'm stressed out all the way across the country, too!

XXXXX XXXXX

[louise]

Still here, keeping tabs on you, and cheering ya'll along!!

[Aimee]

Millie you and your DH are in my thoughts. May you both be blessed with patience and quietness in the now as your future will surely be full of a baby's crying and loving.

[wavybrains]

I'm hoping you are already in Lonestar, too busy to update!

[Angela]

good lord! how overdue can this baby get? if it's this torturous for me, I can't imagine what it must feel like on your end.
thinking of you and holding my breath til the next update.