Today..

..just might be the day!

I woke up at 3 am to some pretty decent contractions. I've had some strong contractions throughout the last couple weeks, but nothing that hurt at all, just really tight. This morning they felt different, like period cramps way down low in the front and back. I started timing them and they've been around 7 to 8 minutes apart all morning. I talked to my midwife and she said as long as they continue and eventually get closer together, it's real labor. So we're just hoping for either my water to break or contractions to get to 4 to 5 minutes apart for an hour and for me to not be able to talk through them, then we're off to the hospital! Until then, I'll finish up my laundry and maybe take a walk with the family to keep things moving.

Come on baby Paige!

UPDATE: 2:30 pm

Well my mom and dad made it to town this morning, and we visited around the house for a little while until Matt's mom, dad and sister showed up. We headed out to Avila for some lunch and walking. Matt and I walked, and walked, and walked. I wandered up and down the stairs for a little while.. Contractions were still coming, but staying pretty much at the same intensity and timing. I finally decided I was done with the walking and wanted to go home for a shower and maybe a nap. I have a feeling it could be a long night ahead of us, and considering I went to bed around midnight last night and woke up at 3, a nap might do me good. Here's hoping for some progress!