Are you gonna eat that?

Today starts my 18th week of being pregnant - WOW! I can't believe it...part of me(the biggest part) is in total disbelief, especially since I've been feeling better in my second trimester. No morning sickness or being incredibly lethargic anymore as a constant reminder that I'm growing a human inside of me. However, now I have a growing belly, HUGE boobs, and an appetite like a teenage boy. In fact, one of the guys at work was walking by my office the other day while I was eating some chocolate cake and said "every time I see you lately, you're eating!!". Well, he's pretty much right on. I can't last more than 3 hours without needing to eat something. My normal snacks include string cheese, cubed cheese, yogurt, and more cheese. Yep, I am more of a cheese lover than ever before and only wish I could have the double cream brie from Trader Joes that my friend Laura was telling me about over the weekend. I have also been obsessed with subway subs, but haven't been eating TOO many because I hear that you have to be careful with cold cuts. Does anyone know if that's true? I have a turkey sub about once a week with extra cheese, extra pickles, lettuce, tomato, mayo, and avocado. Today at subway I ordered a juice box with my sandwich and the cashier looked at me a little funny. I am probably the only person over 10 who orders the "fruit punch" juice box. Hey, my baby NEEDS the fruit!! It did say 100% juice :)

I haven't had many other cravings, but I have been drinking root beer a ton and eating a few things that weren't in my every day or week diet before getting preggers (like potato chips and red meat). Shockingly, besides my belly and my hips, my pants haven't felt that tight in other places (like the rear) so I think I'm doing pretty well. I've gained 10 lbs. so far (mostly in the bosom area) and have had fun doing it, all while being healthy for my baby. ***I do eat a huge amount of fruits and veggies!***

So to all of my pregnant friends and one in particular (no names, but you know who you are)....eat the chocolate cake, your baby will be happy, I promise!!

Ok, off to think about dinner....