I think it is safe to say that I am officially completely unprepared for the gift that is quickly approaching.
That's okay, though, in the words of some very wise women, both me and my baby-to-be are safely in God's hands, and only He knows the plans He has in store for us.
I continue to go over things again and again in my mind, attempting to search through my brain to see if I may have forgotten something before the baby comes.
I also wonder to myself if there is anyone out there who feels the same way that I do, or is it really just that simple and easy for some people? A seamless transition from normal day to day life to accepting a wondeful gift of life that is completely incapable of caring for his or herself.
There is a small bit of comfort, though, as the day draws near. My wonderful and loving husband who has been here for me every step of the way. Although, at times, I think he may be more nervous and anxious about the changes to come than I am.
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Emily, I just heard something very encouraging from my dad recently. "Be Here!". The only good you'll do for anyone is to be in the moment. Today it may be making a good dinner for your husband or doing his laundry. But tomorrow it may be something else. In a few weeks it will be giving to a new baby and a husband. Each day holds different challenges, but we can rest assured that if we are caring for the people right in front of us in various ways we are doing God's will, and the best part is that he has given us a new heart and hands to to it do that we can entirely rely on him and not ourselves for all the outcome.
I was going to say something similar. Just take it one day at a time. That's all you can do. And no, it's never just a seamless transition for anyone no matter how easy they make it sound. Some babies are easier than others but everyone has adjusting to do. I think you'll find it better than you imagined and you'll just be amazed at the little precious life the Lord gave to you! We love you and are committed to you in every possible way. Bless you on your last few days. Try not to worry to much...
Letha, thank you once again for your inspiring words of encouragement. You never cease to amaze me with your selection of quotes and words of wisdom. I have to agree with you. Like my quote says, "today is a gift, that is why they call it the present." Although, it is extremely difficult to attempt to enjoy the present when I am so anxious about what the future holds for me and my growing family. Thank the Lord I have such wonderful friends and family that I may confide in, in the days to come.
Kaylee, as the day draws nearer, it becomes more and more difficult to take it one day at a time...especially as my contractions get stronger and closer together. And I think you're right when you said that some babies are easier than others. I am hoping God blesses me with the easiest of children....although I am always up for a challenge.
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