The first downpour

Today I woke up to the grayest skies I've seen for quite some time. Driving to work, I couldn't help but wonder if Portland was due for a hurricane or something (not sure if that's possible, though). But I think it's just been a long while since it's rained like this. Or at least since I've had to drive in this kind of weather. It's a bit unnerving, now that I drive a stick shift AND am carrying a child. I just have to keep reminding myself that I'm an Oregonian through and through, and that I've been driving in pools of water for seven years now. No problem right? But no matter how confident I feel about my driving abilities, that's not going to keep someone else from plowing into me. Well, I'll just keep praying and crossing myself for safe measure while I drive. Rain season/winter is the only time I wish I had one of these (or at least something with 4WD).

I'm at work right now, and being that the store is in an outdoor mall, I have my doubts as to whether or anyone will be coming in soon. I've noticed a few people walk by, weilding umbrellas and hot cups of coffee. They must be the rain-lovers, the diehard Oregonians. Maybe their like me, and they like the solace that a rainy day can bring. Although I can't say it would be good for business, I wouldn't mind if nobody came in to the store. I'm liking this solitude... blogging... listening to classical music.

Things I'm finding useful during pregnancy:

IZZE sparkling juice
(it's great if you're like me and trying to avoid sugary sodas, being that it's 100% fruit juice and sparkling water. It gives you the bubbly sweetness you crave, but without the chemicals and additives)

Oil from the vigil lamp of St. John Maximovitch. My sister anointed her belly with it each day when she was pregnant, and I'm trying to get into the habit as well, now that I have some. Thank you Agape from Logos Bookstore :)

Yogurt. No links necessary. Tastes great, I could eat it all day. Although buying one big vat of vanilla yogurt is cheaper, I enjoy the little fruity flavored cups so much more.

What to Expect When You're Expecting. I'm sure there are better books out there, but I don't want to overload myself with reading materials, b/c I think I could easily go crazy with it all. But this book has been a helpful, comprehensive guide these past 2 months. If you ever want a copy, just go to Goodwill and--guaranteed-- there'll be 30 used copies for, like $2.

Dawn's latest photos on her photo blog. No, it doesn't really have anything to do with being pregnant, but it did brighten my day :) Maybe it will bring a smile to your face too.

Well, I should go. People are starting to come into the shop. There's one customer in here, a girl about 13 or so. Um... shouldn't you be in school? :)
Adios!