Pictures of Abigail

As for now I just have time to post some pictures-- she sure is a beauty!

Still pregnant

Went to the Dr today-- had another sonogram, the baby is around 8 pds and is healthy. I also was put up to a fetal monitor to check the baby's heart rate and movement, but also found out I was having contractions. I have been having contractions sporadically throughout the day. Lastly, I saw my doctor and she predicts for me to not make it to Monday. If I do, I am going to be induced on Monday at 7:30 am. The Dr said she has dropped even more, that is why she thinks I will not make it to Monday. Lets hope she is right.
I feel so exhausted right now. I am still counseling clients, and to this point it is hard concentrating during session due to being so tired and distracted by the arrival of Abigail. Okay-- so, the next post I promise will be pictures of our sweet little girl!! :)

Dilated to a 1

Update on the doctor visit today-- first of all, I am one day over my due date. But, I have dilated to a one, and she has dropped a whole lot more since last week. Next week if I have not had her yet they will do a sonogram to check on the placenta, the aminiotic fluid and any stress levels. So, I ask for you to pray specifically that I will not have to wait another week to go back to the doctor. Pray that I will begin having contractions or that my water will break very SOON. My doctor says I have 2 weeks after my due date to wait for natural delivery-- if there is no progress in 2 weeks I will have to be induced. I would prefer to not have to be induced. Thank-you for all your prayers! Also, pray for my patience. :)

The due date has arrived.....

Tomorrow is the big day I have been waiting for...the due date. I know that does mean she will come, but atleast we know it is almost time. Yesterday morning I was having contractions, but as the day progressed I felt normal. However, I have been extra tired lately. I took two cat naps yesterday. My mom, dad, brother, and his girlfriend have been anxiously waiting for the phone call to let them know I am in labor. They plan to all hop in the car once I am in labor and drive on down. My mom plans to stay longer to help me adjust, cook, and keep the house tidy for us. Thanks mom!

I keep having little spurts of energy because I am getting so excited that the time has finally arrived. I just wish a due date for pregnancy was the same as a date like a wedding. You know for sure you will be married the day you set, but with a pregnancy date it's all about when the baby is ready. I have definitely have been learning how to be patient through this process.

There really is nothing like waiting for your child to be born....no comparison to Christmas-- you open the gifts and eventually the newness wears off. No comparison to your wedding day-- you are stressed out up till the day because of all the little details that have to be finished. But, waiting for your child there is excitement and once they arrive the newness is renewed each day when they look at you a different way, they start putting on the pounds, they begin to develop their own little personality, they have their first steps and words....the list goes on. A child brings a fresh of breath air to your home. I know there will be plenty of stinky days too, but it all depends on how you look at life. You can look at a child as a nuisance or simply a gift from the Lord. We are given such a big responsibility-- and I look forward to the adventures that lie ahead.