sequel

 I've come full circle on the 'gender question' and resolved my "fear of boys" - I decided that Miles would love to have a little brother - they'll be close in age, so they'll be great playmates, and little boys are adorable fun. Adelaide will be a great little helper either way. We are all super excited to meet the last little member of our family - boy or girl - (even Miles peaks under my shirt at the growing belly, saying "babee!").  And my dreams have changed back to the usual useless renditions and recollections of pregnancy.

In other news, part II of the world's most amazing back-yard play structure is complete! We have a joke that if natural disaster every strikes Portland, our family and all of the neighbors can take refuge in the playhouse, which is sturdier and larger than any reasonable family home.

Props to Joe (and thanks to my Dad) for getting this done - hopefully our little 3 have many hours of backyard fun ahead, although Miles will certainly miss the power tools and skill saw that have been occupying our yard!