It's finished! Now all we need is little bun to make it complete!
Monday, July 12, 2010
Sunday, July 04, 2010
Intern Week and Snakes
Every year, the surgery interns get the week off while the new interns get their feet wet. 35 weeks pregnant doesn't lend itself to distance traveling, especially with 100 degree heat hanging around. We decided to take a small baby moon and spend a few nights at a bed and breakfast in Estes Park. It was a great time. Awesome breakfasts, extraordinary views, up close wildlife, drive-in movies, and in-room jacuzzi tubs (which I had to force Matt out of every day!). We had a lovely time. Sadly, I forgot my camera and had to buy a disposable. It did not take good pictures, so our photo memories are limited.
Matt started his second year on the 1st of July at one of the private hospitals in town. This rotation is one of the resident's favorites. It is the only one that includes home call and short days. So it was a great way to get back into the swing of things. By the second of July, Matt didn't have to go in because there were no surgeries scheduled thanks to the holiday weekend. Instead of playing golf, Matt decided to take Bailey to the mountains to go hiking (typically one of their favorite past-times). About 3.5 miles into a tough mountain hike outside of Red Rocks park, Matt saw a 5 foot rattlesnake lying across the trail. Bailey hadn't seen it and ran right past its tail. Matt threw the leash ahead and told the dog to sit, stay. Sweet (stupid) Bailey was more concerned with why Matt had stopped in the middle of the trail, so he decided to return to Matt's side like a good boy. On his way back, he stepped square on the snake's head.... bad move. Immediately, this massive snake reared up, struck Bailey in the nose and slowly slithered back into the brush. Not quite realizing what had happened, the dog kept running back in Matt's direction. Within 30 seconds, he hit the ground and was unable to walk. Despite encouragement and assistance from Matt, Bailey was becoming less responsive. Matt scooped him up and started jogging back to the car, getting passed over and over again by runners and bikers who were unconcerned with the tears streaming down Matt's face... while Bailey is a very fit beagle, he is not easy to carry. Impressively, Matt made it back to the car, tripping through shallow streams, up and down the rough terrain with this 29# dog curled up and unresponsive in his arms. Someone finally noticed Matt's terrible situation, doggy blood dripping down his arms. This wonderful lady ran back to her car, called the vet and told them that Bailey and Matt were on their way.
That mean rattlesnake bought our poor puppy dog two and a half days in intensive care, some very impressive swelling and 5 bottles of doggy prescriptions.
Bailey's chest and belly are usually white and his arms and face are about half that size.
I think that in hindsight, golf would have been a better decision that day. Thankfully Bailey is home recovering, getting to eat gourmet food and being spoiled rotten. We are even more thankful that Matt wasn't bitten (however, we do have people insurance and his hospital stay would have been much cheaper!)
Matt started his second year on the 1st of July at one of the private hospitals in town. This rotation is one of the resident's favorites. It is the only one that includes home call and short days. So it was a great way to get back into the swing of things. By the second of July, Matt didn't have to go in because there were no surgeries scheduled thanks to the holiday weekend. Instead of playing golf, Matt decided to take Bailey to the mountains to go hiking (typically one of their favorite past-times). About 3.5 miles into a tough mountain hike outside of Red Rocks park, Matt saw a 5 foot rattlesnake lying across the trail. Bailey hadn't seen it and ran right past its tail. Matt threw the leash ahead and told the dog to sit, stay. Sweet (stupid) Bailey was more concerned with why Matt had stopped in the middle of the trail, so he decided to return to Matt's side like a good boy. On his way back, he stepped square on the snake's head.... bad move. Immediately, this massive snake reared up, struck Bailey in the nose and slowly slithered back into the brush. Not quite realizing what had happened, the dog kept running back in Matt's direction. Within 30 seconds, he hit the ground and was unable to walk. Despite encouragement and assistance from Matt, Bailey was becoming less responsive. Matt scooped him up and started jogging back to the car, getting passed over and over again by runners and bikers who were unconcerned with the tears streaming down Matt's face... while Bailey is a very fit beagle, he is not easy to carry. Impressively, Matt made it back to the car, tripping through shallow streams, up and down the rough terrain with this 29# dog curled up and unresponsive in his arms. Someone finally noticed Matt's terrible situation, doggy blood dripping down his arms. This wonderful lady ran back to her car, called the vet and told them that Bailey and Matt were on their way.
I think that in hindsight, golf would have been a better decision that day. Thankfully Bailey is home recovering, getting to eat gourmet food and being spoiled rotten. We are even more thankful that Matt wasn't bitten (however, we do have people insurance and his hospital stay would have been much cheaper!)
Saturday, July 03, 2010
Baby showers
In the beginning of June, I went home for one last time before the bun comes out. The flight was miserable.... 32 weeks pregnant, 4 hours in the air, sitting in a window seat, after a 12 hour night shift. I spent most of it vomiting in the bathroom. the flight attendants were terrified I was about to go into labor. I assured them it was just nausea and exhaustion.... not contractions. However, their fear worked to my advantage, they gave me free snacks and let me sit in the back where there was more space and air flow.
My mom really wanted to have a baby shower for me and thankfully all the pieces fell into place. Susie and some of mom's closest friends planned a lovely evening of food and good times. I got so many wonderful things for the bun! The nursery will almost be complete once mom brings all the goodies out to Colorado next week!
Delicious cake that Theresa and I managed to de-ice. I paid severely for my decision to ingest an inordinate amount of straight sugar calories. Baby spent almost 3 hours flipping around in my belly that night when I crawled in bed.
Angela, Me, Theresa, Julia and Jessica. I grew up with these girls and hadn't seen some of them in years. It was so great to catch up and share childhood memories!
Me and Jessica. We were inseparable as kids and even started to look and sound like each other for a few years.
Me and Jan Odell. Her daughter was unable to make it to the shower, but I spent many hours at her house throughout my childhood. It was lovely to visit with her!
Diaper cake and baby fox, complements of the hostesses.
My mom really wanted to have a baby shower for me and thankfully all the pieces fell into place. Susie and some of mom's closest friends planned a lovely evening of food and good times. I got so many wonderful things for the bun! The nursery will almost be complete once mom brings all the goodies out to Colorado next week!
Delicious cake that Theresa and I managed to de-ice. I paid severely for my decision to ingest an inordinate amount of straight sugar calories. Baby spent almost 3 hours flipping around in my belly that night when I crawled in bed.
Angela, Me, Theresa, Julia and Jessica. I grew up with these girls and hadn't seen some of them in years. It was so great to catch up and share childhood memories!
Me and Jessica. We were inseparable as kids and even started to look and sound like each other for a few years.
Me and Jan Odell. Her daughter was unable to make it to the shower, but I spent many hours at her house throughout my childhood. It was lovely to visit with her!
Diaper cake and baby fox, complements of the hostesses.
Thursday, June 24, 2010
time for a vote
as my due date approaches, i believe it is time for everyone to put their 2 cents in. cast your vote for the date/time/gender of baby fox. and the winner gets..... bragging rights.
Matt: Girl, July 30th 0200, 7#2oz
Sarah: Boy, July 27th 2316, 6#14oz
Grandmommie B: Girl, August 5th Pappa Frank: Girl, July30th Gammy: Girl 7# 3 oz, July 28 Emily- boy,July 28th at 0239, 8#10 Gran Gran- I say girl, Aug 2 (Of course-Matt's birthday) 6lbs 10oz! Jill- I say boy, August 1st, 8 lbs 3 oz Jamie- Twins. One boy, one girl. August 1st at 732am, Each 9 pound Beth-boy, July 31, 8# 3oz Lauren- boy Robin-boy,29th of July at 0430. 8lbs 12oz. 21 3/4 inches long. Randi- girl, August 4th, 7lbs, 10 oz.
Grandmommie B: Girl, August 5th Pappa Frank: Girl, July30th Gammy: Girl 7# 3 oz, July 28 Emily- boy,July 28th at 0239, 8#10 Gran Gran- I say girl, Aug 2 (Of course-Matt's birthday) 6lbs 10oz! Jill- I say boy, August 1st, 8 lbs 3 oz Jamie- Twins. One boy, one girl. August 1st at 732am, Each 9 pound Beth-boy, July 31, 8# 3oz Lauren- boy Robin-boy,29th of July at 0430. 8lbs 12oz. 21 3/4 inches long. Randi- girl, August 4th, 7lbs, 10 oz.
Monday, June 14, 2010
lots of pictures!
Finally getting around to putting pics up from the last few months.
May 1st-8th: Disney World! Matt's first vacation since November. He's very happy to not be at the hospital :)
Mom, Dad, Lindsey and Matt having fun after a yummy dinner in Downtown Disney. 
The bun at 29ish weeks.
soooo. Matt was playing golf with my dad and my cousin's boyfriend, Clyde. He was playing quite well while Clyde (who is still new to golf) was hitting every ball in the woods. Clyde's temper got the best of him after chucking another 4$ ball out of bounds. He released his driver on a back swing and managed to hit Matt square in the eye. Thank goodness it was a driver (big and hollow) and thank goodness it was Matt (dad's on plavix, a blood thinner). Matt thankfully only got a nice shiner and a sore nose for a few days. He has made a full recovery, but still enjoys telling the story. :)
Delicious lemon cheesecake that I refused to share with anyone.... this may be why the bun is in the 75th percentile......
May 14th-15th: More Duke graduation photos. Me and dad, in matching attire!
Daniel, Gretchen and Keck enjoying some grub just before graduation.
The 3 P's. (and a little f)
June! Matt, hard at work after a 12 hour shift, helping me put together the crib. Amazingly, this only took us about half an hour. We managed to do everything right the first time around. Not typical for the 2 of us! 
Finished! and quite proud of ourselves. I will post nursery photos when it is all put together!
The Fox and the Hound! tee hee! Bailey finally destroyed his bear that gran gran gave him a couple of years ago. This is the newest replacement.Thursday, June 10, 2010
UPDATE
More pics from the baby shower and nursery are coming soon, but I wanted to go ahead and update this with some great news! We had our 32 week ultrasound earlier this week and baby Fox is already weighing in at 4#13oz! big bun is in the 75th percentile! WHOA! So thanks for all the prayers and encouragement. now I just need to cross my fingers that he or she doesn't surpass the 10# mark. that may be what I get for telling him/her to grow constantly!
Wednesday, June 09, 2010
30 weeks
Daniel graduated from Duke with his International MBA on May 14th. Our whole family got together to celebrate (sans matt)!
Pre graduation lunch in Chapel Hill. Bun is trying to get some attention in this photo... clearly
The Pancotto Clan! Sadly Matt was at work and couldn't be with us. But lets be honest, the only thing you see in this picture is my giant belly.
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