Saturday, September 12, 2009
August 28, 2009. Day 47.
I got to see my baby yesterday! I had my first appointment on my birthday. The clinic called my cell at about 9:30 am and asked me all the standard questions - birthdate, address, phone numbers, etc. They also asked what symptoms I've had. Among them, I mentioned that since knowing I've been pregnant, I've had a lot of pelvic pressure. So, they scheduled me to come in early for a vaginal ultrasound. That went fantastic. So did the Dr visit. I really like Dr. Dawn. The baby's heart beat was 171 bpm. And the baby is 1.3 cm long ... I think that's what it said.
August 25, 2009. Day 44. 1:00 am.
Dan is in Ottumwa and I'm home alone. I was asleep, but I woke up when he called to say goodnight. I haven't been able to get back to sleep since. I'm just uncomfortable. You know, one of the most unpleasant things to happen in my sleep so far is vomiting. Not a lot, but enough to wake me up and gross me out. It's only happened twice so far - once was tonight. Yuck.
I'm watching Roseanne. It cracks me up. I don't know, I just relate to it so much. And it cracks me up.
Earlier today, I saw a faint pink on my wipe. Ugh. The thought that ran through my mind was, "here we go". But, I haven't seen anything since. My trust is in God. I think Dan was most encouraging to me. He reminded me that we can get through anything and if something happens, it will be OK. We'll try again and we just need to trust God. I'm clinging to God's voice I heard last week that reassured me that all will be fine. Thank You, Lord, for Your goodness. Please protect this baby and allow it to grow healthy and strong. AMEN.
I'm watching Roseanne. It cracks me up. I don't know, I just relate to it so much. And it cracks me up.
Earlier today, I saw a faint pink on my wipe. Ugh. The thought that ran through my mind was, "here we go". But, I haven't seen anything since. My trust is in God. I think Dan was most encouraging to me. He reminded me that we can get through anything and if something happens, it will be OK. We'll try again and we just need to trust God. I'm clinging to God's voice I heard last week that reassured me that all will be fine. Thank You, Lord, for Your goodness. Please protect this baby and allow it to grow healthy and strong. AMEN.
A Quiet Talk with God
August 21, 2009
Day 40
I'm finally starting to feel gross. I constantly have pressure in my pelvic area. My book says it's because my uterus is stretching. I got my second baby update out today. My next one will be after my 1st appointment. I can't believe it'll be here in less than 1 week! This is really going by fast. After next week, there'll only be about 4 more weeks until the end of my first trimester! I still struggle with being worried something will go wrong, but it's neat how I feel better after reading the Bible.
I listened for God tonight, and He spoke to my heart. I believe He encouraged me to trust Him. It was as though He said that everything will be fine and that we will have a beautiful, healthy baby girl. Yes, that's right. I know it sounds crazy. But I trust it was His voice. I know the voice of my Father. I'm also reminded that this is His child adn that He controls life. Praise the Lord! That is precisly the encouragement I've needed to hear, especially since I've been such a worry wort. I feel as though I can once again relax, enjoy my pregnancy and fully trust in Him. Abba, I believe I heard You tonight. And I trust You. Thank you for Your love and goodness! Thank You for speaking to my heart. Even if something chagnes, I trust You. Praise You, Lord!!
Day 40
I'm finally starting to feel gross. I constantly have pressure in my pelvic area. My book says it's because my uterus is stretching. I got my second baby update out today. My next one will be after my 1st appointment. I can't believe it'll be here in less than 1 week! This is really going by fast. After next week, there'll only be about 4 more weeks until the end of my first trimester! I still struggle with being worried something will go wrong, but it's neat how I feel better after reading the Bible.
I listened for God tonight, and He spoke to my heart. I believe He encouraged me to trust Him. It was as though He said that everything will be fine and that we will have a beautiful, healthy baby girl. Yes, that's right. I know it sounds crazy. But I trust it was His voice. I know the voice of my Father. I'm also reminded that this is His child adn that He controls life. Praise the Lord! That is precisly the encouragement I've needed to hear, especially since I've been such a worry wort. I feel as though I can once again relax, enjoy my pregnancy and fully trust in Him. Abba, I believe I heard You tonight. And I trust You. Thank you for Your love and goodness! Thank You for speaking to my heart. Even if something chagnes, I trust You. Praise You, Lord!!
Ottumwa Begins
August 13, 2009
Thursday. Day 32.
Dan is working in Ottumwa now. Today and tomorrow, he's working for 5 1/2 hours. So I came along and we're spending the night in the Super8. You know, I've really been quite happy with the Super8s we've stayed in.
Thursday. Day 32.
Dan is working in Ottumwa now. Today and tomorrow, he's working for 5 1/2 hours. So I came along and we're spending the night in the Super8. You know, I've really been quite happy with the Super8s we've stayed in.
Heading Home
August 9, 2009
Sunday. Day 28.
We are driving back home today. The van is packed with all of Thomas' belongings.
Sunday. Day 28.
We are driving back home today. The van is packed with all of Thomas' belongings.
Trip to Texas
August 8, 2009
Saturday
Well, tomorrow is Uncle Carl's birthday. 21st birthday. It's also the day that the baby's arms first start to bud out. 2 days later, the legs will appear. But more on tomorrow later.
Today, Thomas graduated from CCM and the Honor Academy. We are so proud of him! We got into town on Thursday and ate dinner at Mercados. The next day, we ate lunch at Mercados with Liz and her family. That evening was the Gala. Lots of fun. Finally, today we ate breakfast at the Cracker Barrel with all of Thomas' friends, attended the graduation ceremony, ate dinner at KFC and attended a dessert time for CCM in the auditorium. This trip was really the first time that I used the baby as an excuse... "Let's hurry up, the baby's hungry!" ... "Don't touch that chocolate cake; the baby already saw it!" Funny :)
The graduation speaker talked for a long time. What I got out of it is that Jesus didn't just come to die (which would have been meaningless without the resurrection), but He came to give us power.
Doug Rittenhouse was also really good. I actually feel like I took away a lot from him. Get a degree in anything. Worship God in all that you do. When I'm taking pictures - worship. While editing - worship. Let work and worship intermingle. But always have family time. Become an expert at what you do. Repetition. Repitition. Go where the jobs are. He was quite inspiring. I kept thinking I should write him an email or something, as encouragement.
I got to see campus again, and that was great. But it's somehow different without anyone I know from 2002-2003. I saw Bob again. That's it. He was a January in 2002. But I recognized few else: Dave Hasz, Jon Hasz, Ron Luce, Heath Stoner. Is that it? Well, all in all, it's been a wonderful, successful weekend. I'm glad I came.
Saturday
Well, tomorrow is Uncle Carl's birthday. 21st birthday. It's also the day that the baby's arms first start to bud out. 2 days later, the legs will appear. But more on tomorrow later.
Today, Thomas graduated from CCM and the Honor Academy. We are so proud of him! We got into town on Thursday and ate dinner at Mercados. The next day, we ate lunch at Mercados with Liz and her family. That evening was the Gala. Lots of fun. Finally, today we ate breakfast at the Cracker Barrel with all of Thomas' friends, attended the graduation ceremony, ate dinner at KFC and attended a dessert time for CCM in the auditorium. This trip was really the first time that I used the baby as an excuse... "Let's hurry up, the baby's hungry!" ... "Don't touch that chocolate cake; the baby already saw it!" Funny :)
The graduation speaker talked for a long time. What I got out of it is that Jesus didn't just come to die (which would have been meaningless without the resurrection), but He came to give us power.
Doug Rittenhouse was also really good. I actually feel like I took away a lot from him. Get a degree in anything. Worship God in all that you do. When I'm taking pictures - worship. While editing - worship. Let work and worship intermingle. But always have family time. Become an expert at what you do. Repetition. Repitition. Go where the jobs are. He was quite inspiring. I kept thinking I should write him an email or something, as encouragement.
I got to see campus again, and that was great. But it's somehow different without anyone I know from 2002-2003. I saw Bob again. That's it. He was a January in 2002. But I recognized few else: Dave Hasz, Jon Hasz, Ron Luce, Heath Stoner. Is that it? Well, all in all, it's been a wonderful, successful weekend. I'm glad I came.
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