Well, friends, the good news is, I found out at today's appointment that I am now 3 cm dilated and 70% effaced! For those who have little to no clue what in the world that means, to be fully dilated I need to be at 10 cm, and effacing simply refers to the thinning out of my cervix, which has to take place in order for my body to be ready for labor. The doctor was pleased with my progress, as was I. Does this mean I could go into labor anytime soon? There's really no telling, unfortunately!
For right now, the doctor has scheduled me to come back in next Tuesday at 41 weeks, at which point they will do a non-stress test (measuring Charlotte's heartbeat as they test her response to contractions) and then do an ultrasound to make sure everything is still looking good. THEN, if nothing has happened by next Friday, I will go back in to the doctor, and we'll schedule the induction. I am praying, praying, praying that Charlotte comes before then! It is so hard not to be anxious and worried about the timing of everything, especially because my mom had to request time off way in advance because she's a nurse, but I am trusting God's provision and sovereignty and trying not to worry (emphasis on the "trying" part). Ultimately, no matter how or when she comes, what matters most is that she is born healthy and safe. I just can't believe that soon I will actually get to hold her in my arms! I just can't wait!
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Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
40 Weeks!
How far along: 40 weeks. It's possible I could go to 42 weeks, but I hope Charlotte comes before then!
Total weight gain: I had gained three MORE pounds when I went in last Wednesday, so that makes 42. Yikes. But as my mom said to me, "At this point, who cares?"
Size and growth of the baby: According to babycenter.com, Charlotte is roughly the size of a pumpkin!
What's happening to mama this week: This also from babycenter.com: "After months of anticipation, your due date rolls around, and... you're still pregnant. It's a frustrating, but common, situation in which to find yourself. You may not be as late as you think, especially if you're relying solely on a due date calculated from the day of your last period because sometimes women ovulate later than expected. Even with reliable dating, some women have prolonged pregnancies for no apparent reason."
Maternity clothes: Yes, and I am SO ready to be out of them, although I know I will probably be wearing them for awhile after Charlotte comes.
Sleep: The past week has been pretty rough on the sleep front. I guess it's just preparation for those middle-of-the-night feedings, right?
Best moment(s) of the week: Getting the fuel pump on Stephen's car replaced. Oh wait, that was the not-so-great part of the week. I had a really lazy Sunday, which was a nice change from the jam-packed weekends we've had.
Movement: She is still really active, especially in the afternoons.
Food cravings/aversions: I fully expect Charlotte to exit my womb asking for cake or chocolate, since my sweet tooth has been so heightened my entire pregnancy! And I am still loving my clementines! I can go through an entire bag before a week is up!
Symptoms: Insomnia, heartburn, hip pain, congestion, etc. etc.
Labor signs: Cramping, lower back pain, dilated 1 cm
Belly button in or out: Still in!
What I miss: Have I mentioned that I miss sleeping on my stomach? I really, really miss that.
What I'm looking forward to: Charlotte coming!
Monday, February 28, 2011
So Close, Yet So Far Away
Well friends, I am still pregnant. I'm trying to be okay with that fact. :) Tomorrow is my estimated due date, but I am sure the odds of her coming on that day are slim. (I wonder how many babies have been born on their due date.)
If you're curious, of the 16 survey responses we got, 5 of them guessed a due date that has now passed. 3 people picked today, February 28, so I suppose there is still time for those people to be correct. Feb. 28 and March 3 are tied for being the most popular due dates guessed, and the latest date people picked for Charlotte's arrival is March 8. I sure hope she comes before March 8, although if everything else looks okay, she could come as late as March 15, which is the longest I would be allowed to go before being induced. I am praying, praying, praying that I don't have to be induced! It also would be great if she came before March 15 as well because a lot of my mom's family is going to be in Memphis the week before that, and I know they all want to meet Charlotte.
Although I am getting impatient and somewhat anxious, I really can't complain because I have had a relatively easy and uncomplicated pregnancy. What has been hardest is not knowing when she will come. Every day I wake up thinking, "Maybe today," and at night when I go to bed, I think, "Will she come in the middle of the night?" (Stephen has gotten in the habit of asking me when we wake up in the morning, "So your baby didn't come last night?" He's such the comedian.) Stephen and I are both so excited to meet this little one we've been dreaming about and planning for, and so the waiting is just about to drive me nuts!
The fact that Charlotte could come any day now has also made me more than just Stephen and me anxious; every time I call my mom I feel the need to preface our conversations by saying, "Nothing is happening yet" because she answers the phone so expectantly. Sorry, Mom! :)
Several of my co-workers are also very concerned . Every day I come in to work they ask, "So, any contractions? Anything at all?" I almost feel like I'm letting them down when I tell them no! On Friday when I was in back-to-back meetings with clients for about two hours, my office mate informed me that while I was away from my desk, people would walk by and ask, "Oh, did she go into labor? Did she have to go to the hospital?" I'm sure they're all wondering if my water is going to break right there in the office (please, Lord, don't let that happen!).
Could this be my last post before Charlotte comes? If it's not, I'll be back tomorrow with the 40 week baby update survey. Here's hoping I won't have to do one for week 41!
If you're curious, of the 16 survey responses we got, 5 of them guessed a due date that has now passed. 3 people picked today, February 28, so I suppose there is still time for those people to be correct. Feb. 28 and March 3 are tied for being the most popular due dates guessed, and the latest date people picked for Charlotte's arrival is March 8. I sure hope she comes before March 8, although if everything else looks okay, she could come as late as March 15, which is the longest I would be allowed to go before being induced. I am praying, praying, praying that I don't have to be induced! It also would be great if she came before March 15 as well because a lot of my mom's family is going to be in Memphis the week before that, and I know they all want to meet Charlotte.
Although I am getting impatient and somewhat anxious, I really can't complain because I have had a relatively easy and uncomplicated pregnancy. What has been hardest is not knowing when she will come. Every day I wake up thinking, "Maybe today," and at night when I go to bed, I think, "Will she come in the middle of the night?" (Stephen has gotten in the habit of asking me when we wake up in the morning, "So your baby didn't come last night?" He's such the comedian.) Stephen and I are both so excited to meet this little one we've been dreaming about and planning for, and so the waiting is just about to drive me nuts!
The fact that Charlotte could come any day now has also made me more than just Stephen and me anxious; every time I call my mom I feel the need to preface our conversations by saying, "Nothing is happening yet" because she answers the phone so expectantly. Sorry, Mom! :)
Several of my co-workers are also very concerned . Every day I come in to work they ask, "So, any contractions? Anything at all?" I almost feel like I'm letting them down when I tell them no! On Friday when I was in back-to-back meetings with clients for about two hours, my office mate informed me that while I was away from my desk, people would walk by and ask, "Oh, did she go into labor? Did she have to go to the hospital?" I'm sure they're all wondering if my water is going to break right there in the office (please, Lord, don't let that happen!).
Could this be my last post before Charlotte comes? If it's not, I'll be back tomorrow with the 40 week baby update survey. Here's hoping I won't have to do one for week 41!
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Baby Survey and Update
As promised, here is a little survey that Stephen created with some questions regarding Charlotte's birth. Feel free to fill it out. The person with the most right answers wins my undying admiration. Awesome prize, isn't it? :) If you want to leave a comment with your responses, you can do that. UPDATE: As Stefanie pointed out in the comments, there is no place on the survey to leave a name, so I guess it's a good thing there's not a real prize, right? Hehe.
I just got back from the doctor, and I was not so thrilled to learn that I am only 1 cm. dilated. Of course, that doesn't mean that tomorrow I couldn't be much further along, but as of right now, nothing much is going on. We are supposed to have bad storms Thursday, so hopefully Charlotte will come after those have passed.
I guess that's it for me. I hope everyone's having a good week!
I just got back from the doctor, and I was not so thrilled to learn that I am only 1 cm. dilated. Of course, that doesn't mean that tomorrow I couldn't be much further along, but as of right now, nothing much is going on. We are supposed to have bad storms Thursday, so hopefully Charlotte will come after those have passed.
I guess that's it for me. I hope everyone's having a good week!
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Monday, February 21, 2011
39 Weeks
Alas, Charlotte decided not to make her entrance into the world last week, so here I am with another update! Maybe THIS is the week we will meet our girl! The uncertainty of when she will come is driving me slightly nuts, but I know eventually she HAS to come out, right? :)
Baby's size? According to BabyCenter.com, she could be 7 pounds now and 20 inches long.
Weight Gain? Even though I gained 3 pounds (!) when I went for my checkup last week, somewhere along the way I must have miscalculated my weight gain because the doctor told me I've only gained 39 pounds and that included the weight I gained that day. Only a 3 pound difference, but still, I'll take it!
Stretch marks? Yes.
Belly button in or out? I think it's gotten even more shallow, but it's still an innie.
Maternity Clothes? Yes, and if I could wear pajama bottoms and oversized t-shirts to work, I sure would. I wonder if I could ask for an exception to the office dress code since I'm so pregnant and having a hard time not wearing the same 2 shirts and pair of pants every day...
Sleep? For whatever reason, Saturday nights have been terrible nights for sleep. I end up waking up around 3 or 4 and then can't go back to sleep, which makes getting up for church so hard. I just remind myself that I'm always blessed and challenged when I go!
Foods I am loving? Tagalong Girl Scout cookies. Mmm, mmm, get in my belly!
Foods I am hating? Nothing new.
Baby's size? According to BabyCenter.com, she could be 7 pounds now and 20 inches long.
Weight Gain? Even though I gained 3 pounds (!) when I went for my checkup last week, somewhere along the way I must have miscalculated my weight gain because the doctor told me I've only gained 39 pounds and that included the weight I gained that day. Only a 3 pound difference, but still, I'll take it!
Stretch marks? Yes.
Belly button in or out? I think it's gotten even more shallow, but it's still an innie.
Maternity Clothes? Yes, and if I could wear pajama bottoms and oversized t-shirts to work, I sure would. I wonder if I could ask for an exception to the office dress code since I'm so pregnant and having a hard time not wearing the same 2 shirts and pair of pants every day...
Sleep? For whatever reason, Saturday nights have been terrible nights for sleep. I end up waking up around 3 or 4 and then can't go back to sleep, which makes getting up for church so hard. I just remind myself that I'm always blessed and challenged when I go!
Foods I am loving? Tagalong Girl Scout cookies. Mmm, mmm, get in my belly!
Foods I am hating? Nothing new.
Best moment this week? Stephen and I went on a movie date to see Unknown on Friday night, and even though it felt like 100 degrees in the theater, I enjoyed the movie and cherished the thought that it may be our last movie in the theaters pre-baby. Oh, and on Saturday we went to Target and bought a bunch of the necessary items we hadn't gotten yet, and we got to use gift cards for all of it! We have been BEYOND blessed by people's generosity during this pregnancy, and we are so thankful to God to have so many people who care about us and sweet Charlotte.
Movement? I think our daughter is going to be a gymnast. Or an acrobat. I wish I could see what she does in there all day!
Symptoms? The hip pain has returned with a vengeance, and I go to the bathroom roughly 899 times day, but who's counting? :) I also think I've had some mild contractions, but they go away on their own and are very intermittent.
What I miss? I miss breathing through my nose at night!
What I will miss? Feeling Charlotte move around.
What I'm looking forward to? Meeting Charlotte, seeing Stephen be a father. He's going to be SUCH a good daddy.
Emotions: Anxious, excited, impatient, teary (I read the book Guess How Much I Love You to Charlotte the other day and started boo-hooing in the middle of it!)
Stay tuned this week for a little baby pool/survey that you all can fill out if you want!
Movement? I think our daughter is going to be a gymnast. Or an acrobat. I wish I could see what she does in there all day!
Symptoms? The hip pain has returned with a vengeance, and I go to the bathroom roughly 899 times day, but who's counting? :) I also think I've had some mild contractions, but they go away on their own and are very intermittent.
What I miss? I miss breathing through my nose at night!
What I will miss? Feeling Charlotte move around.
What I'm looking forward to? Meeting Charlotte, seeing Stephen be a father. He's going to be SUCH a good daddy.
Emotions: Anxious, excited, impatient, teary (I read the book Guess How Much I Love You to Charlotte the other day and started boo-hooing in the middle of it!)
Stay tuned this week for a little baby pool/survey that you all can fill out if you want!
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
2 Weeks Left!
Lest any of you think my lack of blogging means I have gone into labor or something, I thought I should update. :) I have exactly 2 weeks until the due date, which is hard to believe. Sometimes it seems as though I was just announcing my pregnancy on the blog, and then other times I feel like I've been pregnant forever! Here's the most recent baby update. Wouldn't it be awesome if this were the last one because Charlotte decided to come this week??
Baby's size? According to BabyCenter.com, she could be about 6.8 pounds and is as long as a leek. (I wonder whose job it was to come up with all the food comparisons for each week of pregnancy.)
Weight Gain? When I went for my appointment last Wednesday, I had not gained ANY weight since the last week, so I am still at 39 pounds. Hopefully I won't have gained much this week, but between a baby shower and Valentine's Day, I think I probably have.
Stretch marks? Yep, although they aren't as bad as I would have thought they'd be at this point.
Belly button in or out? A very, very shallow innie. I can make it poke out if I thrust out my belly just so, which is immensely entertaining to me. I am easily amused, obviously.
Maternity Clothes? Yes, and this week it has been so warm that I am struggling to find things to wear because all my maternity clothing is for cold weather!
Sleep? On Sunday night I didn't even wake up to go to the bathroom, and I can't remember the last time that had happened. It was absolutely amazing!
Foods I am loving? Sweets, and of course my beloved clementines.
Foods I am hating? Nothing new.
Movement? She is having a ball in there, it seems!
Symptoms? The usual suspects.
What I miss? I really miss deli meat and can't wait to eat turkey sandwiches!
What I will miss? All the tiny baby clothes I'm sure Charlotte will quickly grow out of.
What I'm looking forward to? Getting through labor and seeing Charlotte for the first time.
Emotions: Ready, excited, slightly impatient.
Rest assured, dear readers, if Charlotte decides to make an early appearance, I will post an update as soon as possible. :) And if we're friends on Facebook or you follow me on Twitter, you'll hear about it even sooner, more than likely!
Baby's size? According to BabyCenter.com, she could be about 6.8 pounds and is as long as a leek. (I wonder whose job it was to come up with all the food comparisons for each week of pregnancy.)
Weight Gain? When I went for my appointment last Wednesday, I had not gained ANY weight since the last week, so I am still at 39 pounds. Hopefully I won't have gained much this week, but between a baby shower and Valentine's Day, I think I probably have.
Stretch marks? Yep, although they aren't as bad as I would have thought they'd be at this point.
Belly button in or out? A very, very shallow innie. I can make it poke out if I thrust out my belly just so, which is immensely entertaining to me. I am easily amused, obviously.
Maternity Clothes? Yes, and this week it has been so warm that I am struggling to find things to wear because all my maternity clothing is for cold weather!
Sleep? On Sunday night I didn't even wake up to go to the bathroom, and I can't remember the last time that had happened. It was absolutely amazing!
Foods I am loving? Sweets, and of course my beloved clementines.
Foods I am hating? Nothing new.
Best moment this week? Stephen and I had our Valentine's Day date on Friday night at Outback, and it was so good to go out to eat and spend time together. Then we were in Memphis on Saturday night to celebrate my mom's birthday a little early (she's a Valentine's baby). On Sunday, my mom and some of her friends at the church where I grew up threw me a baby shower on Sunday, and it was so cute! Here's a picture of me with my mom:
Movement? She is having a ball in there, it seems!
Symptoms? The usual suspects.
What I miss? I really miss deli meat and can't wait to eat turkey sandwiches!
What I will miss? All the tiny baby clothes I'm sure Charlotte will quickly grow out of.
What I'm looking forward to? Getting through labor and seeing Charlotte for the first time.
Emotions: Ready, excited, slightly impatient.
Rest assured, dear readers, if Charlotte decides to make an early appearance, I will post an update as soon as possible. :) And if we're friends on Facebook or you follow me on Twitter, you'll hear about it even sooner, more than likely!
Monday, February 7, 2011
Full Term, Baby!
Baby's size? According to BabyCenter.com, she could be about 6 1/3 pounds and 19 inches long!
Weight Gain? I'm embarrassed to admit this, but since I've always been honest about my weight on this blog, I'll go ahead and confess. When I went to my checkup last Wednesday, I had gained FIVE pounds in the last two weeks! I blame it on baby showers. :) My total weight gain is now at 39 pounds. Everyone keeps telling me I don't look like I've gained that much, which is great, but I can definitely tell, especially in my thighs. I just hope I can manage to only gain a pound or two more for the rest of the pregnancy. 39 is already more than I wanted to gain, but there it is, and I can't do anything about it now.
Stretch marks? Yep, although they aren't as bad as I would have thought they'd be at this point.
Belly button in or out? Still an innie. I don't think the belly button is coming out. :)
Maternity Clothes? Absolutely, and the minute I get home from work I am in pajama pants and a sweatshirt. I wish I could wear that stuff to work!
Sleep? This past week actually was pretty good on the sleep front. I wake up in the 3 o'clock hour every night to use the bathroom, but with the exception of 1 or 2 nights was able to go back to sleep. I also slept in the recliner a few nights, which helped me breathe better.
Foods I am loving? I got an AWESOME batch of clementines from Sam's on Saturday, and I have a feeling they won't even make it the whole week. They are labeled "mandarins from California" and are the Cuties brand, so look for them. They are delish!
Foods I am hating? I think I'm over the seafood aversion. Nothing else really grosses me out at this point. I'm hungry all. the. time.
Best moment this week? Baby shower at my workplace, getting the hospital bag packed and organizing more baby clothes/stuff.
Movement? Charlotte has found my ribs, and she likes poking me there.
Symptoms? Hip pain, congestion, heartburn, increased pelvic pressure. Fun times all around.
What I miss? My pre-pregnancy clothes.
What I will miss? Charlotte's movements.
What I'm looking forward to? Charlotte getting here!
Emotions: Excited, nervous, anxious, hopeful.
Words of wisdom? Enjoy the time you have with your spouse. Stephen and I are really cherishing our time together, and I am so thankful for a husband as sweet and thoughtful and supportive as he is. I know things will be very different when Charlotte comes, but I know with him by my side and God as our guide, we can do anything.
Monday, January 31, 2011
Showered with Love
This past week I was blessed to have two different baby showers given for Charlotte. The first one was on Thursday night and was given by some sweet ladies from Humboldt that have dinner together once a month, and I've been fortunate enough to tag along on these dinners. We had the shower at O'Charley's and had such a blast! (And the waiter gave me a free caramel pie for dessert. Score!)
On Friday night I drove to Memphis to stay the night at my parent's house because my mom's coworkers (who are like one big family) were throwing me a shower on Saturday morning. I cannot even BELIEVE how many great presents we got for Charlotte. And what's even better is that some of my aunts from out of town came, as did my sister-in-law and her mom, and my two best friends from college. It was a wonderful shower!
The surprise of the shower came at the end, when my mom told me I had to close my eyes while they brought out one more present. I opened them (after what seemed like FOREVER) and saw this:
This cradle has quite the history. My Uncle Oliver MADE it for me when I was a baby, so both my brother and I slept in it. My parents kept it all these years. They showed it to me months ago because they thought I could use it, but it was definitely showing its age. They talked about restoring it at the time but then didn't bring it up again, so I didn't think much about it. Turns out they cleaned and refinished it, and then my Aunt Zonia made the bumpers out of the crib sheets that match the bedding in the nursery! I was completely surprised and moved to tears. We already have the cradle set up in our room, ready to be used!
When we got everything from the shower unloaded, here is what Charlotte's room looked like:
I hope all of you had a great weekend as well!
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Charlotte at 34 Weeks
The ultrasound today was SO much fun! It is just incredible that technology allows us to see the miracle God created inside of me. Charlotte is currently 4 pounds, 12 ounces and is a good, normal size. She's also head down, which made me happy because she's all ready to make her entrance when the time comes (and assuming she doesn't move before then!). We absolutely loved seeing how she's growing, and we are more excited than ever to be able to hold her in our arms soon!
Here are a few pictures of our sweet baby girl:
She was very wriggly during the whole ultrasound, and though the tech tried several times to get a clear shot of her face, she always had a little hand right up by her face.
You can see her little feet and toes!
Look, it's almost like she's flashing a gang sign. Hehe.
Aww, I just love her little nose. (The "PL" in the picture stands for placenta.)
Oh, and now is as good a time as ever to announce that we are changing Charlotte's name from Charlotte Grace to Charlotte Marie! I think it's a beautiful name, and Marie isn't quite as common as Grace.
I go back for my next check-up in 2 weeks, and after that I will start going once a week. Time is FLYING by!
Here are a few pictures of our sweet baby girl:
She was very wriggly during the whole ultrasound, and though the tech tried several times to get a clear shot of her face, she always had a little hand right up by her face.
You can see her little feet and toes!
Aww, I just love her little nose. (The "PL" in the picture stands for placenta.)
Oh, and now is as good a time as ever to announce that we are changing Charlotte's name from Charlotte Grace to Charlotte Marie! I think it's a beautiful name, and Marie isn't quite as common as Grace.
I go back for my next check-up in 2 weeks, and after that I will start going once a week. Time is FLYING by!
Monday, January 17, 2011
34 Weeks
Do I really only have 6 weeks of pregnancy left?! Whoa. I'm getting to that point where I am freaking out about the fact that around that time I will have another human life to take care of, and I am also getting anxious about how much we have left to do. However, this weekend I am planning on tackling a lot of that stuff, so hopefully then I will feel more confident about things. What's important is that Charlotte has a place to sleep and clothes to wear! (And one whole package of diapers, haha).
I am very excited about Wednesday because I am getting another ultrasound! The clinic where I go doesn't order one after 20 weeks unless there's a medical need, but I ended up requesting one just for my own peace of mind and so we can get confirmation on the baby's sex. Also, I have had some dizzy spells recently and came close to fainting at work while sitting at my desk not too long ago, and I will just feel better if I can look at her again and know that everything is okay.
Baby's size? She's between 4.5-5.5 pounds and around 18 inches long. Crazy!
Weight Gain? I will update after my next doctor's appointment on Wednesday.
Stretch marks? A few new ones have appeared, but since I already had plenty from my heavier days, I'm not too upset about them.
Belly button in or out? Still in, although it's definitely shallower. I am thinking it may just stay an innie.
Sleep? Oh sleep, how I miss thee!
Foods I am loving? Clementines! I only have one left right now and am hoping I can find more today because I couldn't over the weekend.
Foods I am hating? Any kind of seafood sounds repulsive to me right now.
Best moment this week? Going through the attic and closets in our house and purging and organizing. I think Stephen and I are both in nesting mode. :) Stephen also gave me an awesome back massage this weekend. My husband rocks!
Movement? Yes, I feel her little kicks and jabs and flutters, though not as much since she's running out of play space.
Symptoms? Not much new, except my legs have been rather restless at night.
What I miss? Wearing "regular" clothes and running.
What I will miss? Dreaming about what she will look like/be like.
What I'm looking forward to? We have our first childbirth class tonight, so that should be interesting. And of course, the doctor's appointment and ultrasound on Wednesday! I can't wait to see Charlotte again since the last time was at 19 weeks. I also hope she's still a Charlotte and not a Charlie, haha.
Emotions: I have felt less weepy in the past week, but the emotions are still all over the place!
I will be sure and update after my appointment on Wednesday and share pictures, too!
I am very excited about Wednesday because I am getting another ultrasound! The clinic where I go doesn't order one after 20 weeks unless there's a medical need, but I ended up requesting one just for my own peace of mind and so we can get confirmation on the baby's sex. Also, I have had some dizzy spells recently and came close to fainting at work while sitting at my desk not too long ago, and I will just feel better if I can look at her again and know that everything is okay.
Baby's size? She's between 4.5-5.5 pounds and around 18 inches long. Crazy!
Weight Gain? I will update after my next doctor's appointment on Wednesday.
Stretch marks? A few new ones have appeared, but since I already had plenty from my heavier days, I'm not too upset about them.
Belly button in or out? Still in, although it's definitely shallower. I am thinking it may just stay an innie.
Sleep? Oh sleep, how I miss thee!
Foods I am loving? Clementines! I only have one left right now and am hoping I can find more today because I couldn't over the weekend.
Foods I am hating? Any kind of seafood sounds repulsive to me right now.
Best moment this week? Going through the attic and closets in our house and purging and organizing. I think Stephen and I are both in nesting mode. :) Stephen also gave me an awesome back massage this weekend. My husband rocks!
Movement? Yes, I feel her little kicks and jabs and flutters, though not as much since she's running out of play space.
Symptoms? Not much new, except my legs have been rather restless at night.
What I miss? Wearing "regular" clothes and running.
What I will miss? Dreaming about what she will look like/be like.
What I'm looking forward to? We have our first childbirth class tonight, so that should be interesting. And of course, the doctor's appointment and ultrasound on Wednesday! I can't wait to see Charlotte again since the last time was at 19 weeks. I also hope she's still a Charlotte and not a Charlie, haha.
Emotions: I have felt less weepy in the past week, but the emotions are still all over the place!
I will be sure and update after my appointment on Wednesday and share pictures, too!
Friday, January 7, 2011
Nursery Sneak Peek
I kept trying to post a blog all day Wednesday, and I never could get the text editor to load! Anyone else have that problem? All seems to be working now, however, so I can share some pics with you!
First, here's a picture of me taken at 32 weeks on Sunday (well, technically I was 31 weeks and 6 days, but shhh, don't tell).
Since Charlotte's arrival is fast approaching, we are starting to work more seriously on the nursery. On New Year's Eve, Stephen and my dad and father-in-law set to work assembling the furniture. Stephen was very excited:
The work in progress:
Crib with crib bedding. I am thinking about mounting the blanket on the wall but am not quite sure how to do so, as I have not a crafty bone in my body. Any suggestions??
First, here's a picture of me taken at 32 weeks on Sunday (well, technically I was 31 weeks and 6 days, but shhh, don't tell).
Since Charlotte's arrival is fast approaching, we are starting to work more seriously on the nursery. On New Year's Eve, Stephen and my dad and father-in-law set to work assembling the furniture. Stephen was very excited:
The work in progress:
Crib with crib bedding. I am thinking about mounting the blanket on the wall but am not quite sure how to do so, as I have not a crafty bone in my body. Any suggestions??
The furniture set we purchased included a crib, changing table, and dresser. After much hunting online, I found an adorable lamp to go with the butterflies and flower theme:
And then we found this fabulous swing on Amazon and used Amazon money we got from my parents for Christmas to buy it. The best part is the swing plugs in so we won't waste tons and tons of batteries! Genius!
We still have nothing on the walls, but I have some wall hangings and decals to put up as soon as I can decide where/how to place them. Seeing all of the nursery decor come together has made Charlotte's arrival all the more real, and it's so exciting to think that she could be here in less than 8 weeks! (Please, little Charlotte, don't come late!)
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
If I Can't Sleep, I May As Well Blog
One thing I definitely won't miss about pregnancy? The insomnia. I woke up for a bathroom break around 2:40 and have been awake ever since. It's so miserable to want to sleep and not be able to!
However, since I am awake, I thought I'd briefly recap our Christmas weekend. Since we spent Thanksgiving with my family in Memphis, we headed to Illinois to visit Stephen's family for Christmas. Our first stop was to stay with his parents on Thursday night. On Christmas Eve, I was thrilled to see that it was SNOWING!
Photograph proof of the snow
That evening we went to the Christmas Eve service at my in-laws' church (Stephen's dad is the pastor). Several members of the church gave us presents for Charlotte, and they are SO sweet. After the Christmas Eve service Stephen and I followed his parents to his grandmother's house, where we spent the rest of the weekend. The drive would have been fine had it not been for the crazy snow we encountered. I was a nervous wreck the whole time. At one point I couldn't even look at the road because it just made me nervous and want to cry. (Of course, these days everything makes me want to cry. I am practically a water fountain.) Fortunately, we made it there safely, although the trip that usually takes an hour ended up taking almost two because of the road conditions.
Christmas day was spent eating yummy food and watching movies and napping (Well, I think I'm the only one who did any napping, but it was divine). We didn't take any pictures on Christmas, but here are some we took the day after:
It's hard to believe that next Christmas we will have a BABY! I can't wait. :)
What was your favorite part of Christmas this year?
However, since I am awake, I thought I'd briefly recap our Christmas weekend. Since we spent Thanksgiving with my family in Memphis, we headed to Illinois to visit Stephen's family for Christmas. Our first stop was to stay with his parents on Thursday night. On Christmas Eve, I was thrilled to see that it was SNOWING!
Photograph proof of the snow
That evening we went to the Christmas Eve service at my in-laws' church (Stephen's dad is the pastor). Several members of the church gave us presents for Charlotte, and they are SO sweet. After the Christmas Eve service Stephen and I followed his parents to his grandmother's house, where we spent the rest of the weekend. The drive would have been fine had it not been for the crazy snow we encountered. I was a nervous wreck the whole time. At one point I couldn't even look at the road because it just made me nervous and want to cry. (Of course, these days everything makes me want to cry. I am practically a water fountain.) Fortunately, we made it there safely, although the trip that usually takes an hour ended up taking almost two because of the road conditions.
Christmas day was spent eating yummy food and watching movies and napping (Well, I think I'm the only one who did any napping, but it was divine). We didn't take any pictures on Christmas, but here are some we took the day after:
It's hard to believe that next Christmas we will have a BABY! I can't wait. :)
What was your favorite part of Christmas this year?
Monday, December 20, 2010
Only 10 Weeks to Go!
I feel like I say this every week, but I can't believe how far along I am! I'm entering my 30th week of pregnancy, and I am getting to the point of being more and more excited about meeting Charlotte and holding her in my arms. I'm just thankful that for the most part I've had a very easy pregnancy and that so far everything looks great with our little one. Here's hoping that will continue all the way up to and through labor and delivery!
Baby's size? Charlotte is almost 3 pounds now and between 15-17 inches long.
Weight Gain? Ummm...
Stretch marks? Still no new ones.
Belly button in or out? Still in. I'm thinking it may stay that way, although things could certainly change in the next few weeks.
Sleep? It's getting harder and harder to get a good night's sleep. I've ended up on the couch or in the recliner some nights.
Foods I am loving? I am all about the clementines and of course anything sweet.
Foods I am hating? Shrimp has lost any and all appeal to me for some reason. I used to really like it.
Best moment this week? Having a Christmas date with Stephen. We saw White Christmas performed by the local theater guild, and then we had a yummy dinner at Outback (I'm blaming my recent weight gain all on that dinner).
Movement? She is moving and squirming and who knows what else in there!
Symptoms? Lots of visits to the bathroom, lots of nasal congestion, sleepless nights.
What I miss? Sleeping through the night and not needing a bathroom break.
What I will miss? Her little movements.
What I'm looking forward to? Christmas! I'm hoping for a white Christmas, too!
Weekly Wisdom: Fiber is your friend. Anyone who is pregnant will probably know what I am talking about. :)
Milestone: 10 weeks to go!
Emotions: I have cried more in the last few weeks than I have in a LONG time. My poor husband is putting up with a LOT. I love him more every day for it.
Baby's size? Charlotte is almost 3 pounds now and between 15-17 inches long.
Weight Gain? Ummm...
Stretch marks? Still no new ones.
Belly button in or out? Still in. I'm thinking it may stay that way, although things could certainly change in the next few weeks.
Sleep? It's getting harder and harder to get a good night's sleep. I've ended up on the couch or in the recliner some nights.
Foods I am loving? I am all about the clementines and of course anything sweet.
Foods I am hating? Shrimp has lost any and all appeal to me for some reason. I used to really like it.
Best moment this week? Having a Christmas date with Stephen. We saw White Christmas performed by the local theater guild, and then we had a yummy dinner at Outback (I'm blaming my recent weight gain all on that dinner).
Movement? She is moving and squirming and who knows what else in there!
Symptoms? Lots of visits to the bathroom, lots of nasal congestion, sleepless nights.
What I miss? Sleeping through the night and not needing a bathroom break.
What I will miss? Her little movements.
What I'm looking forward to? Christmas! I'm hoping for a white Christmas, too!
Weekly Wisdom: Fiber is your friend. Anyone who is pregnant will probably know what I am talking about. :)
Milestone: 10 weeks to go!
Emotions: I have cried more in the last few weeks than I have in a LONG time. My poor husband is putting up with a LOT. I love him more every day for it.
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Third Trimester is Here
Am I really 28 weeks along and in my third trimester?? I can't believe it! I can't wait to see our little princess!
Baby's size? Charlotte is roughly 15 inches long and about the size of a Chinese cabbage (which I couldn't even pick out at the grocery store, haha).
Weight Gain? As of last Wednesday's appointment at the doctor, 23 pounds.
Stretch marks? Still no new ones.
Belly button in or out? In.
Sleep? Oh sleep, how fickle you are! Some nights I sleep GREAT, and then other nights I wake up frequently and when morning comes don't feel rested at all.
Foods I am loving? Hot chocolate, ice cream, clementines, and apples.
Foods I am hating? Nothing new.
Best moment this week? Going to a friend's baby shower and then registering for Charlotte at Target on Saturday. I hope the registry isn't lame; I have NO idea what I'm doing!
Movement? Yes, and Charlotte is definitely getting stronger with her kicks. I am hoping that Stephen will be able to feel her in the next few weeks.
Symptoms? I'm going to the bathroom all.the.time. And I'm still rocking the nasal congestion and dealing with headaches. Fun times.
What I miss? Sleeping on my stomach, running, wearing "normal" clothes.
What I will miss? Feeling Charlotte move; I love it!
What I'm looking forward to? The Behold the Lamb of God concert tomorrow. It's one of my favorite Christmas things!
Weekly Wisdom: If you feel like crying, just do it. :)
Milestone: Entering the third trimester!
Emotions: My emotions have become more and more crazy lately. Bring on the waterworks!
Baby's size? Charlotte is roughly 15 inches long and about the size of a Chinese cabbage (which I couldn't even pick out at the grocery store, haha).
Weight Gain? As of last Wednesday's appointment at the doctor, 23 pounds.
Stretch marks? Still no new ones.
Belly button in or out? In.
Sleep? Oh sleep, how fickle you are! Some nights I sleep GREAT, and then other nights I wake up frequently and when morning comes don't feel rested at all.
Foods I am loving? Hot chocolate, ice cream, clementines, and apples.
Foods I am hating? Nothing new.
Best moment this week? Going to a friend's baby shower and then registering for Charlotte at Target on Saturday. I hope the registry isn't lame; I have NO idea what I'm doing!
Movement? Yes, and Charlotte is definitely getting stronger with her kicks. I am hoping that Stephen will be able to feel her in the next few weeks.
Symptoms? I'm going to the bathroom all.the.time. And I'm still rocking the nasal congestion and dealing with headaches. Fun times.
What I miss? Sleeping on my stomach, running, wearing "normal" clothes.
What I will miss? Feeling Charlotte move; I love it!
What I'm looking forward to? The Behold the Lamb of God concert tomorrow. It's one of my favorite Christmas things!
Weekly Wisdom: If you feel like crying, just do it. :)
Milestone: Entering the third trimester!
Emotions: My emotions have become more and more crazy lately. Bring on the waterworks!
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
November Goals: Week 1 Report
Last week I promised to post on the progress of my goals for the month, so here is week one's report:
1. Track my food every day and try to stay between 1800-2000 calories. I tracked 5 out of 7 days and stayed in range only 3 of those days. Honestly, I am more concerned with the act of tracking and being aware of what I am eating more than I am concerned with the calorie range at this point.
2. No more Coke! Check. I did have a Diet Coke one day, but that is it. (We won't talk about how I've already blown this goal for this week...)
3. Exercise for a minimum of 120 minutes a week. Check! I logged exactly 120 minutes.
4. No eating after 8 p.m. I did this for 5 out of 7 days. I have decided that if I am hungry after 8, I’m going to allow myself to eat, but it needs to be something light and not junk food. :)
All in all, I did a decent job, but there is certainly room for improvement. We'll see how this week goes!
1. Track my food every day and try to stay between 1800-2000 calories. I tracked 5 out of 7 days and stayed in range only 3 of those days. Honestly, I am more concerned with the act of tracking and being aware of what I am eating more than I am concerned with the calorie range at this point.
2. No more Coke! Check. I did have a Diet Coke one day, but that is it. (We won't talk about how I've already blown this goal for this week...)
3. Exercise for a minimum of 120 minutes a week. Check! I logged exactly 120 minutes.
4. No eating after 8 p.m. I did this for 5 out of 7 days. I have decided that if I am hungry after 8, I’m going to allow myself to eat, but it needs to be something light and not junk food. :)
All in all, I did a decent job, but there is certainly room for improvement. We'll see how this week goes!
Monday, November 8, 2010
Only 112 Days to Go!
I can't believe I am already 6 months pregnant. Here's this week's pregnancy update:
How far along? 24 weeks!
Baby's size? A little over a pound and the size of an ear of corn.
Weight Gain? I forgot to weigh this morning, but I was 188 on Saturday, which makes 18 pounds gained.
Maternity clothes? All maternity pants, but I am still wearing a blend of maternity and non-maternity tops.
Stretch marks? Not yet!
Belly button in or out? Still in.
Sleep? It really depends on the night. Sometimes I sleep great and am super comfortable, and other nights (like last night), I am tossing and turning and waking up a lot.
Foods I am loving? Sweets! It was all I could do not to buy every item of junk food we saw at the grocery store yesterday!
Foods I am hating? Nothing new.
Best moment this week? Seeing friends from college this weekend.
Movement? I was beginning to worry about this because I didn’t feel like I was feeling Charlotte move much at all, but then yesterday at church she was having a party. I guess that means she will enjoy going to church. :)
Symptoms? I am congested all the time, and I’ve been getting headaches as well.
Gender? A little princess. :)
What I miss? Sleeping on my stomach.
What I'm looking forward to? Getting everything in her nursery all organized.
Emotions: All over the place (just ask Stephen, haha).
This week I am determined to pick the bedding we are going to use in Charlotte's room, and then we'll have to decide if we want to paint or just use decals. Of course I will post pics of the finished product. :)
I hope all of you have a fantastic week!
How far along? 24 weeks!
Baby's size? A little over a pound and the size of an ear of corn.
Weight Gain? I forgot to weigh this morning, but I was 188 on Saturday, which makes 18 pounds gained.
Maternity clothes? All maternity pants, but I am still wearing a blend of maternity and non-maternity tops.
Stretch marks? Not yet!
Belly button in or out? Still in.
Sleep? It really depends on the night. Sometimes I sleep great and am super comfortable, and other nights (like last night), I am tossing and turning and waking up a lot.
Foods I am loving? Sweets! It was all I could do not to buy every item of junk food we saw at the grocery store yesterday!
Foods I am hating? Nothing new.
Best moment this week? Seeing friends from college this weekend.
Movement? I was beginning to worry about this because I didn’t feel like I was feeling Charlotte move much at all, but then yesterday at church she was having a party. I guess that means she will enjoy going to church. :)
Symptoms? I am congested all the time, and I’ve been getting headaches as well.
Gender? A little princess. :)
What I miss? Sleeping on my stomach.
What I'm looking forward to? Getting everything in her nursery all organized.
Emotions: All over the place (just ask Stephen, haha).
This week I am determined to pick the bedding we are going to use in Charlotte's room, and then we'll have to decide if we want to paint or just use decals. Of course I will post pics of the finished product. :)
I hope all of you have a fantastic week!
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
November Goals
I'm here to 'fess up to you, my readers. My weight gain was nuts in October. I have my next checkup at the OB tomorrow, and I wouldn't be surprised if I the scale shows an 8 pound gain from my last visit a mere FOUR WEEKS ago! I was relieved on Monday to see that I didn't gain any weight this past week, but still, tomorrow could be an entirely different story. As of Monday, the scale said 188, which makes for a total weight gain of 18 pounds. I think I gained about 5 of those pounds in the span of 3 weeks, which is crazy. I have been extremely hungry a lot of the time, but I have used that as an excuse to fill up on empty calories like sweets and even Coke. I hardly ever had regular Coke when I was trying to lose weight, so I don't know why all of a sudden I told myself it was okay to have them, but there was a stretch of about two weeks where I was craving (and drinking) them almost every day! (And before someone leaves me a comment about the caffeine being bad for me, one can of coke has about 30-something mg of caffeine, which is far below the 200-300 mg most practitioners believe is safe for pregnancy.) Last week I realized that I was going to head into dangerous waters if I didn't stop myself, so I'm trying to regain control of my eating habits and focus more on living healthy so my baby has a healthy environment in which to grow and develop. I'm not going to get all crazy and try to lose weight or anything like that; I just need to stop being a mindless zombie when it comes to eating!
With that in mind, I decided to set some goals for November. I used to set goals every month, but I haven't done that in a while, and I think the focus would really help me. Here are my goals for November:
1. Track my food every day and try to stay between 1800-2000 calories. Right now, the tracking is really important for me because I snack a lot, and if I am not aware of how much I am eating, I can easily go overboard.
2. No more Coke!
3. Exercise for a minimum of 120 minutes a week. I can split this up however I choose, and if I do more than that, great! I've done a fairly decent job of exercising at least 3 days a week most weeks, so I hope to continue that and maybe even exceed 120 minutes every week. I've already logged 80 minutes for this week, so I'm feeling good!
4. No eating after 8 p.m. There's no need to eat after this time, since I go to bed between 9:30-10:30, and usually when I feel the urge to eat after 8, I want to eat junk, so I'm going to enforce this curfew, which has helped me before.
Hopefully these goals will allow me to be disciplined without being obsessive. I'll report each week on how I did for the previous week.
Do you have any goals for this month?
With that in mind, I decided to set some goals for November. I used to set goals every month, but I haven't done that in a while, and I think the focus would really help me. Here are my goals for November:
1. Track my food every day and try to stay between 1800-2000 calories. Right now, the tracking is really important for me because I snack a lot, and if I am not aware of how much I am eating, I can easily go overboard.
2. No more Coke!
3. Exercise for a minimum of 120 minutes a week. I can split this up however I choose, and if I do more than that, great! I've done a fairly decent job of exercising at least 3 days a week most weeks, so I hope to continue that and maybe even exceed 120 minutes every week. I've already logged 80 minutes for this week, so I'm feeling good!
4. No eating after 8 p.m. There's no need to eat after this time, since I go to bed between 9:30-10:30, and usually when I feel the urge to eat after 8, I want to eat junk, so I'm going to enforce this curfew, which has helped me before.
Hopefully these goals will allow me to be disciplined without being obsessive. I'll report each week on how I did for the previous week.
Do you have any goals for this month?
Monday, October 25, 2010
22 Weeks
How far along? 22 weeks!
Baby's size? About a pound, and as long as a spaghetti squash.
Weight Gain? 18 pounds. Bleck!
Maternity clothes? Yep!
Stretch marks? Not yet!
Belly button in or out? Still in.
Sleep? Sleep has been about the same. If I wake up, it's very hard to go back to sleep.
Foods I am loving? Ice cream. Zaxby's.
Foods I am hating? Nothing I didn't already hate (onions and pickles and tomotoes, I'm looking at you!)
Best moment this week? Celebrating my birthday with Stephen and going shopping for maternity clothes with my mom.
Movement? Still not too much, although I do think I feel like flutters every now and then.
Symptoms? My sense of smell seems to be really heightened, and I am definitely thirstier than usual.
Gender? A little princess. :)
What I miss? Sleeping on my stomach.
What I'm looking forward to? I'm looking forward to holding her in my arms.
Emotions: I've been all over the place emotionally the past few weeks. It's hard to keep up. :)
Thursday, October 21, 2010
What I Wish I Could Say
Stephen's parents gave us the book Bringing up Girls, and last night I read the first three chapters. In one chapter, Dr. Dobson says that by ages nine and ten, 40% of girls have already tried to lose weight. I read that and just wanted to cry. Girls shouldn't be thinking about their weight at ages nine and ten, but I know I was. I was always conscious of my size because I was always the "big girl" in my class. I didn't like the way I looked, and I wished I could be like the pretty, skinny girls in my classes--the ones who seemed to have the perfect life. But I was just me, an overweight girl in glasses who didn't have many friends and so instead got lost in the world of books.
I wish I could go back to my nine-year-old self and tell her that she is beautiful, that she is loved and treasured and valued. I wish I could tell her that someday people will like her not for what she looks like but for who she is, and that she will find love in the arms of Christ and later in the arms of her husband. I wish I could tell her not to worry so much about how she looks but to focus instead on building her character and building her faith. I wish I could tell her that the people who made fun of her for being fat or ugly weren't worth her time, and the ones who were worth her time would never make fun.
Most of all, I wish I could tell her it gets easier, but honestly, it hasn't. I still struggle mightily with my appearance, and there are many days where I cringe when I look in the mirror and wish I were prettier or skinnier. And now I find myself carrying a little girl inside of me, and all of these struggles take on a new importance. I don't want to leave my daughter with a legacy of self-loathing. I don't want her to be worried about her weight when she is nine or ten years old. I don't want her to wonder if she is pretty or if a boy will ever like her. I have tears in my eyes as I write this because I remember so vividly having those fears and more, and I want to keep her from that. But how? I don't know if I can keep her from those fears, but I pray that God will help me conquer this demon in my own life so I can give Charlotte the tools she needs to grow up into a beautiful woman of God who walks with humility and grace and confidence.
I wish I could go back to my nine-year-old self and tell her that she is beautiful, that she is loved and treasured and valued. I wish I could tell her that someday people will like her not for what she looks like but for who she is, and that she will find love in the arms of Christ and later in the arms of her husband. I wish I could tell her not to worry so much about how she looks but to focus instead on building her character and building her faith. I wish I could tell her that the people who made fun of her for being fat or ugly weren't worth her time, and the ones who were worth her time would never make fun.
Most of all, I wish I could tell her it gets easier, but honestly, it hasn't. I still struggle mightily with my appearance, and there are many days where I cringe when I look in the mirror and wish I were prettier or skinnier. And now I find myself carrying a little girl inside of me, and all of these struggles take on a new importance. I don't want to leave my daughter with a legacy of self-loathing. I don't want her to be worried about her weight when she is nine or ten years old. I don't want her to wonder if she is pretty or if a boy will ever like her. I have tears in my eyes as I write this because I remember so vividly having those fears and more, and I want to keep her from that. But how? I don't know if I can keep her from those fears, but I pray that God will help me conquer this demon in my own life so I can give Charlotte the tools she needs to grow up into a beautiful woman of God who walks with humility and grace and confidence.
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Thoughts on Romans 8
I'm 21 weeks along now. Woohoo! I feel like I still have a long way to go, though, and I guess I do. I imagine the last few months will fly by, however, and we certainly have plenty to do to get ready for Charlotte's arrival: select bedding; decorate (and possibly paint) the nursery; get all the furniture; buy tons and tons of diapers and all the other needed supplies; finalize daycare plans; and select a pediatrician. Whew! That's quite a list, and I'm sure that's not even everything.
Sometimes I get a little overwhelmed when I think about the fact that in 19 weeks or so we'll have an actual baby to bring home. I wonder if I will be a good mom and if I will know what to do when she cries. I worry about going back to work and how I'll balance being a Christian, a wife, a mom, and an employee with only 24 hours in a day. I even worry that she'll inherit all of my worst traits: my procrastination; my tendency toward pessimism; my insecurity; my obsession with food and weight, etc..
But you know what? All of those worries do nothing but leave me fearful and exhausted, and that's a far cry from the abundant life Jesus wants me to experience. I have been reading Romans 8 this week, and when I am find myself fretting and laden with guilt, I remember verses 1 and 2:
And then come my favorite verses:
The love of the Father for me is so great, how can I let myself be swallowed up by fear?
Today I choose to rest in His love. Won't you do the same?
Sometimes I get a little overwhelmed when I think about the fact that in 19 weeks or so we'll have an actual baby to bring home. I wonder if I will be a good mom and if I will know what to do when she cries. I worry about going back to work and how I'll balance being a Christian, a wife, a mom, and an employee with only 24 hours in a day. I even worry that she'll inherit all of my worst traits: my procrastination; my tendency toward pessimism; my insecurity; my obsession with food and weight, etc..
But you know what? All of those worries do nothing but leave me fearful and exhausted, and that's a far cry from the abundant life Jesus wants me to experience. I have been reading Romans 8 this week, and when I am find myself fretting and laden with guilt, I remember verses 1 and 2:
"There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. For the law of the Spirit of life has set you free in Christ Jesus from the law of sin and death."And when I feel so overwhelmed I don't even know how to pray, I remember verses 26-27:
"Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words. And he who searches hearts knows what is the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of God."
And then come my favorite verses:
"Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or danger, or sword? As it is written, “For your sake we are being killed all the day long; we are regarded as sheep to be slaughtered.” No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.
The love of the Father for me is so great, how can I let myself be swallowed up by fear?
Today I choose to rest in His love. Won't you do the same?
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