20th Week Journal... (Half-Way Mark)

How far along? 20wks today! Half-way point... I can't believe we're half-way through, I still feel like it's really early into this whole thing
Total weight gain/loss: ~10lbs
TP Test: 9 squares of toilet paper
Maternity Clothes: Definitely wearing my maternity clothes but can still wear my normal shirts, it just shows more of the bump
"Morning" Sickness: I haven't been sick in a while - thank goodness!
Signs of Pregnancy: Very dry skin (along my face, fingers, belly, legs & ankles), burping has subsided, feeling my insides move, headaches & backpain, LEG CRAMPS, but no signs of swelling! Did I mention itchiness & leg cramps???
Stretch Marks: Nothing new...
Sleep: Sleeping has gone better this week - however if it weren't for the leg cramps & itchy factors, I'd be sleeping like a baby
Best moment this week:
*Setting up our registry (story below)
*Setting up the other ultrasound appointment for this week - yah, I get to see him again and to see how he's grown in 2 weeks.
Worst moment this week: Not necessarily a "worst" moment, but more a disagreeing moment that Dan & I have run into. We don't agree on the steps in setting up the nursery. He wants to do it all in stages (buy furniture in phases, keep the old furniture in there, etc), while I'd rather get it all done now while the furniture is available, we're both able to help and in case little Alexander decides to emulate his cousin and show up a month early.
Concerns/Fears: Just making sure he continues to grow as he should and that we're both gaining the right amount of weight
Movement: I've noticed that Alexander either really likes it or really hates it when I drive. He is constantly moving around when I'm sitting in the driver's seat. I wonder if it's because my back is straight and there may not be as much room for him. But I like driving more than ever because now I get to feel him.
Food cravings: Beef & Broccoli - Chinese Food
Gender prediction: No guessing anymore - it's a BOY - Alexander Christopher
Labor Pains: N/A
Belly Button in or out? In
Wedding rings on or off? On - a bit loose even
Weekly Wisdom: I stick by what I said last week... If you had migraines or backpain before getting pregnant - be prepared: it only intensifies once you become pregnant (at least for me it has).
Milestones:
*We've hit the half-way mark and it still feels surreal. I can't believe we're halfway there. I think if I was bigger it would feel more real. I also think I'm waiting to show more. There are people at work who still can't tell which surprises me because I think by Week 20, people should be able to look at me and think 'she's pregnant'. I'm certainly not complaining because at least I'm not a house and haven't gained a ton of weight, but it still feels weird.
*We set up our registry - after 2 hours in the store with Dan wearing his "Quality Control" badge, we selected a lot of the major items. He was standing on strollers, slamming play-yards around, trying to break stuff to see if they would hold up. At first people were looking at us, but the employees seem to appreciate the fact that we cared about what we were getting. It's hard not going out and picking up some of the items that I really liked but I shall wait and just focus on the nursery (bedding, furniture, etc). Speaking of furniture - that's where we ended our registry trip because we're still at a holding pattern in regards to decisions. I also picked out the bedding & nursery items, but again, it's a matter of explaining to Dan that it's easier to get that stuff all around the same time in case it becomes discontinued and then you're half done with your room and stuck.
I do have to say that I wasn't expecting much from the sales associates at the store but man, they ALL surprised me. They knew their stuff or at least are great actors. They were able to tell us about the different car seats and how to install them, the best bassinets and what not to get because it becomes defective - quite helpful!


PS - I typed this early Sunday morning and I think someone heard me because I really feel that I've popped in the last 36 hours. Since it is week 20, I'll take my 4 week picture tonight so you can see what I'm talking about.