Next my job is what? - 38 Weeks, 5 Days

Hey, what should i do next for you? I have no idea how to let you be born now.
I can feel some pain, my bone position is changing. But I feel it's just small steps for me anymore.
I feel like you will stay there one more month. That's crazy. We want to see you!

Last doctor's appointment, I knew you are looking the front way.
The doctor said it's not good. So could you change the position of your head? I took hold of your head through the belly skin that time. Did you feel? Your head was size of an apple. I wonder if I should try to get your papa to talk to you from my back?

Your papa is still working hard. last week he painted your furniture. He bought the design that I wanted. Really cute one. Maybe when you become a teenager, you want more cool things. But that time your brothers or sisters can use that (or me).

These days, when we water the grass, the neighbor's cat comes to sit. Maybe she can be your friend. I hope you don't have any allergies like me. Many many wishes, dreams, fears and wondering this week.

Ahhhh I'm scared of the delivery, but I want to see you so bad!! 

After you are born, let's do exercise together. I have to be 48kg for some reason.

Nice Kicks! - 38 Weeks, 5 Days

Well baby bear, are you ready or what? The anticipation is killing us, it could be any day now. You're still kicking around in there but just not ready to push yet? No worries, we know it is soon. It's just these last couple of weeks feel longer than the previous 9 months!

Lucky for you, papa is always on the lookout for cool things. Your room (next to ours) is decked out with cool stuff. Drawers stuffed with cool clothes. and now this, another pair of sweet kicks.

Pretty awesome, right? Those are D Rose models. He's kind of a big name in Chicago sports (always remember, Chicago and Osaka are your roots!). Mama and I are looking forward to getting these on your feet soon!

Oh The Fun - Week 38, 1 Day

The big questions everyone asks now: did the baby come? Is the baby coming? When when when!? We'd like the answer to that as well. We thought it might be early, but it seems to be anyone's guess on when you'll arrive.

It's funny, today the news is all about the birth of the royal baby. This is big news. Your mama and I obviously aren't excited about that one, we just want to meet you.

This post is a little random, but I can't think too straight right now. Let's just end this with a cute photo of your mama at the last Dr. visit. She got a vaccine to help make sure you are healthy (no whooping cough for you!). This is her favorite part of the doctor visits.

Wanna Go Out? - Week 37, 1 Day

In the book, you are already big enough, so its supposed to be difficult to play in there. But you. You still move a lot. You punch my stomach and bang your head into my pelvis.

Is it more fun inside than outside? I don't think so. There are so many great things that I want to share with you. Don't listen to anyone...if you want to get out of my belly, C'mon!

Home Stretch - Week 37, 1 Day

It's crazy. It's real. You're almost here. Or not. It's anyone's best guess. We did learn that Dr. Miller now thinks it will happen before August though. This based on signs from mama's last visit. The suspense is killing me. I think we are both ready to meet you.

Something made me laugh this week. I bought milk (not for you, mom's got that covered). The expiration date is late August. What made me laugh was that you will be here before our latest milk purchase expires. Just funny for me?

This week we should have your room all about ready. Just waiting on a final piece, your dresser, so we can pack all your cool stuff into it (and out of your bed). Hope you like everything!

Taking Shape - Week 36, 2 Days

Well little one, we got an unexpected look at you yesterday. Seems you are not keeping up with expected growth (not surprising since both of your parents aren't exactly L sized). All is well though, you are in the range of growth that is expected. The Ultrasound tech though says based on your measurements we should expect you around August 9. I'm sticking to the 4th.

We've been chipping away at the last minute details for your arrival. We have some essentials like diapers and clothes. Some kind people have pitched in and purchased some great things for you (don't worry, we'll send thank you cards in your name). One of the things I am most excited about is this:

When I was a wee boy, this was my favorite book. I can't believe I found it in Japanese. And worry not, your aunt Lynda got you the English version. It's so simple, but so pleasant...like most things in life.

We're getting anxious, I bet you are too. Not too much longer now.

-papa