Eriko woke up a few minutes before the alarm (set for 8) and thus, so did I. She immediately got to work preparing lunch, which I found quite impressive. She also ate a small breakfast for herself while I used the computer and other assorted things. We left the house about 9, headed for her drum lessons. We were on-time (even a little early) and I stood outside with a few of her classmates while we waited. Once class started, I went to the get the Miata washed. The blackberry allowed me access to google, which allowed me to find a car wash that was near. The employees were helpful (if not a big “thuggish”) and I vacuumed the inside as well as got the wash & wheels package. I then went to Starbucks, had a latte, and read some Japanese. I was a little early to pickup Eriko and then I remembered that I needed to go to the post office. I didn’t get the google search right and couldn’t locate a post office that I could reach and return in 20 minutes, so I went to the bathroom and then went into Eriko’s class (where they were listening to some drums on tape). After class, Eriko and I headed to the WA department of licensing so she could get a state ID card (to make travel easier). The efficiency of the organization was surprising to me and the longest delay was waiting for her to get her picture taken (although I did have to run over to the cash machine.) Eriko had packed lunch, so we started eating some of it in the licensing office (which was the original intent; we didn’t know the waiting time). We headed towards Uwajimaya, via Phinney Ridge (Northgate, where her class is held, is quite north, while Uwajimaya is south of downtown). Eriko ate along the way and I was able to stuff my mouth at the stoplights. After shopping for all the items on our comprehensive list, Eriko was tired and starting to get a headache. On the way home, I stopped off at a post office and bought some postcard stamps (although I had to stand in line, as the machine wouldn’t dispense anything less than 37 cents). Back at home, Eriko took a nap and I started another lecture. I soon noticed my concentrate lacking and took a nap. Eriko woke up, ate, and then her headache returned. She called her mom and talked for a while. I began to read in my finance book how to properly do general ledger accounting so that I can convert the computer database (in preparation for solid accounting next year). Afterwards, she rushed to the bathroom and threw up for the first time during the pregnancy. Afterwards, she said she felt the best in a long time. She had to tell her mother this (who believes it was more mental than physical). To celebrate (and Eriko had no intention of cooking) we went to Olympia pizza a few blocks away. (Eriko thinks Pete’s cheese is too salty). We had pizza, a salad, and I had a soda. It was yummy, although the crust was less tasty (sweet, Eriko thought) than Pete’s. Back at home, we relaxed on the couch (TV, etc.) and then Eriko got another headache. She took a shower and I worked on more on the accounting transition, having devised a four step process for converting my existing database into the revised format.

Up not-so-early, I got into work about 8 but didn’t start to focus until about 9. The rest of the morning was relatively productive, though. Lunch was good and the afternoon was routine + a nice talk with my new boss. Dinner was yummy and then Eriko called her mom. I finished watching a lecture and we spent some time together.

I woke up at 7:30, missing my opportunity for a lecture. I washed the dishes, which were left in the sink from the night before. Eriko was woken up by this and we enjoyed a rare morning together. We ate some boxed donuts (which were pretty nasty). I got into work a little after 8 (since I decided to soak up the quality time with Eriko). I was relatively productive as the only meeting that was scheduled got cancelled. Eriko was in a good mood for lunch. The afternoon was also productive, minus the (now) routine coffee break with Zack. It sure is nice to live so close. Dinner was a little late as Eriko was talking to her mom when I arrived home. We were both tired after dinner (why me?) and spent some time lazing around and watched TV. I did dishes whil eEriko showered and then watched an episode of anime.

I slept in late, again. My ingenious plan to wake up early and watch lectures isn’t working so smoothly… I left for work soon after and had a productive morning. During lunch, Eriko was very quiet until I was about to leave. The afternoon was productive with the exception of an afternoon coffee break with Zack. I’ve started drinking decaf. I like the taste, but don’t need the caffeine. I walk and talk with Scott on the way home. Eriko had already eaten when I arrived and was talking to her mom on the phone (skype) but dinner was prepared (which was nice). After the phone call, Eriko proposed another name, ‘momoko’. I don’t know about that one either, but it is nice to know that she is not set on a particular name. We don’t even know the sex yet. Eriko had a headache, so I massaged various body parts (hand, neck, and head). We went to Safeway to buy a few things. I continued watching the baseball game (on mute) and cut some apples for Eriko. Then shower/bedtime.

I woke up late – the exercise really tired me out. At work I was productive. Lunch was good and the afternoon was productive again (of course, I attended Japanese class). Dinner was yummy and the evening was going well until we got into a bit of an argument about the baby’s name. Eriko was convinced that Satoko was the name and I wanted to hear alternatives. There was some silence and I concentrated on the baseball game. Eventually we got over it (although we didn’t discuss it again) and Eriko helped me with my Japanese homework.

I woke up at 6:30 (on purpose, via the alarm) and watched a lecture for about 45 minutes. Work was productive, and there were no meetings scheduled! How nice. Eriko and I had lunch together, which was nice. The afternoon was also relatively productive and I had only one meeting (for management training homework) and it was really just a complaining fest. After that, I had coffee with Zack and got nothing else done. At home, dinner was delicious. Eriko was in a good mood and we spent some quality time on the couch together. While she went to take her shower, I went to the exercise room and rode the bike. It was difficult! Afterwards, I watched a little TV while doing the dishes, and then it was bedtime.