So much has happened in the last few weeks! I had 2 more showers which brings my shower experience to a close. Now for the task of thank you card writing, putting things away and resting. My lovely cousins, sister and aunt threw me a shower for my family and a few friends. It was awesome. It was fun just being with everyone, but they all spoiled me the whole weekend. I even got to take a bath in an amazing bathtub where my belly was actually covered. sigh...it's the little things! I'm so thankful! We were showered with so many gifts, love and advice. I love my family and friends. Here are a few pics from that shower. (waiting to scan the rest of the actual shower!)
During the weeks we were blessed by far away friends that send us gifts through the mail. We weren't expecting any of them and we felt so blessed to have friends that we don't see often loving us and sharing in this miracle. God is so good and we are humbled.
Our last shower was thrown by some of my favorite people at my church. WOW! I can't believe the people that came to celebrate with us! It seemed like the presents wouldn't stop coming! This baby is so loved and spoiled already! It is amazing to know that just a few short years ago God brought Drew and I to this church to heal and find ourselves again. We were going through a hard time, and in the midst of healing our hearts many had dreams, visions and words from The Lord that told us we would have children. Even in the struggle of waiting and giving up the dream, many of them still believed and had faith for us. And here we are...watching it happen. Unbelievable. I don't even know the words to say as I think about all we've been through and how these people, our family, have and continue to bless and love us.
As we get closer to the due date I feel more tired. Over all I've felt great! I can feel the baby moving a lot and his head moving into place which is a strange and scary feeling! I really need to be more active, but we've been so busy the past few weeks when we DO have any down time I'm sleeping. Which I guess isn't all bad, but I want to not look as bloated as I do. Its frustrating! But I'm thankful for our healthy baby!
We had an appointment last Wednesday and they "checked" me to make sure my cervix was not opening. Which would be bad at this point because Drew is in California for 5 days for grad school. :) But after "checking" (which I quickly learned is NOT a fun thing to endure) we are in the clear. She did say she felt the babies head which kinda creeped me out a bit. haha. We are now on a weekly appointment schedule. And a weekly "checking" schedule. SO strange! The baby's heartbeat is right on track as well as my measurements. She said we will probably get one more ultrasound as the due date gets closer. I don't feel ready but not sure what I need to do to GET ready. Maybe I will never feel ready. I guess that might be normal. Just small details to make sure things are good. Insurance, clothes for the baby, maybe think of getting a bag for me ready soon? Idk. Sounds so strange, but I know I wont want to think about that stuff when I'm FREAKING OUT because the baby is coming. It's just so hard to believe! I'm having a baby!
This season has been so good. I'm getting ready for the start of the next. Drew's mom came and helped us get the nursery ready. It's not totally set up yet, but we are working on it! This weekend I have my 2 nephews and my niece staying with me. We are trying to do some fun things but it's a bit challenging as I can only do so much and go so far. They are pretty easy kids though and don't mind just hanging out which is nice. We've done a few fun things and hope to try a few more. I have a history of my "fun things" not really working out with them though. sigh.. at least I try! They are awesome kids though, it's always great to spend time with them. Even if I'm watching Veggie Tales for the 50th time. ;)
I for sure feel like I'm living in a dream bubble. Every day this little guy reminds me that he's getting bigger. As I feel his hiccups and squirms I'm realizing I don't have much time left with these feelings, so I'm trying to enjoy them every day. Even the sleepless nights with hurting hips. I know it will all be over soon and then he will be here changing our lives.
I currently have one nephew sleeping, one bouncing a punch ball and my niece watching a cartoon. I supposed I should get up and do something productive. I think they might be getting restless. :) Until next week!
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PACK THE BAG! Just do it,trust me, not fun being there without any of your own clothes, or money, or a hairbrush
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