Last night, I mentioned to my husband that we were getting close to being halfway through this pregnancy. His response: "Already?!?!". It just goes to show that things are so different for the guys. For me, each day/week/month/milestone seems like it takes an eternity--but I'm not necessarily saying that in a bad way. I want to cherish every single moment of ths pregnancy. I feel like I've worked hard to get to this point, and I want to enjoy it to the max.
But yes, we're almost halfway there. I'm 19 weeks today (unless the big anatomy scan ultrasound reveals otherwise on Wednesday). Although my OB was seeing me every two weeks, she wasn't measuring each time. I guess you could call them "peace of mind" appointments, just to make sure that everything looks normal each time (and for me to confirm that yes, the heart is still beating beautifully). Again, I'm not complaining--I am totally aware that she's going out of her way for me with these in-between appointments, but I admit that I am curious to see where our baby is measuring (and yes, I'm anxious to confirm that the heart is still beating beautifully--hopefully with four visible chambers).
Please pray for us on Wednesday (2:30 pm, Arizona time). I don't feel like I have anything legitimate to worry about...and yet I still do. I've been putting off buying anything for the baby (or me), and I admit that I even hold myself back from looking online. But I'm very hopeful for Wednesday, and I've blocked off Friday as a major shopping (or at least "looking") day, and plan to take a much-deserved day off of work (we've made it past the busy time--hurray!). My husband ended up working some extra hours in April (it was a busy time for him as well), so he has given me the green light to buy whatever I think is necessary (which isn't a hard thing for him to say when he knows how cheap I usually am).
Today's blessing was a very kind card from one of my students. I was really touched that she would take the time to acknowledge the impact I had on her first year of college. I'm blessed to have the chance to "practice" the art of teaching, patience, and support for all of these "kids", and I hope that I can do the same (in a motherly way, of course) to my own child(ren).
I will be praying for you on Wednesday for another look at your healthy baby! Yeah for 19 weeks!!!
ReplyDeleteExcited for Wednesday. Praying everything is perfect. Can't wait to hear about your shopping adventures this coming weekend!
ReplyDeleteWowee you're halfway there! I knew you were close but wow Laura - this is such a blessing and so amazing to hear that you are all doing ok. I know what you mean by hubby's not being as 'in tune' with what week is which, whereas we know down to the week and day. Can't wait to hear how Wednesday goes - I will be praying for you!!
ReplyDeleteI'll be thinking and praying for you on Wednesday! That "big" ultrasound is such an amazing thing!
ReplyDeleteI am with you on the cheap thing but splurging for baby is always so fun! Have fun on Friday! :)
Good luck Laura, I hope everything goes perfect!
ReplyDeleteI will be praying for you Wednesday and will be looking forward to reading how it all goes. Will you find out the sex of the baby? How about registering? And what about some pictures of you? I know it's still a bit scary and I know you are doing a good job of keeping a realistic perspective. Your love and patience with this is admirable. Good luck on Wednesday.
ReplyDeleteI'll be thinking of you tomorrow. I remember being so afraid before my anatomy scan. I had a terrible night before, but then I had a wonderful scan! I will be hoping and sending you lots of good wishes for a fantastic day!
ReplyDeleteIt was SOOOOOOO wonderful to see you today, I loved our lunch. And your adorable, tiny little belly! I will be praying for you tomorrow, and am looking forward to your post letting us know full steam ahead!
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