Psalm 139: 13-18

You made all the delicate, inner parts of my body and knit me together in my mother’s womb. Thank you for making me so wonderfully complex! Your workmanship is marvelous—how well I know it. You watched me as I was being formed in utter seclusion, as I was woven together in the dark of the womb. You saw me before I was born. Every day of my life was recorded in your book. Every moment was laid outbefore a single day had passed. How precious are your thoughts about me, O God. They cannot be numbered! I can’t even count them; they outnumber the grains of sand! And when I wake up,you are still with me!My friend Christy shared this scripture with me during my pregnancy. I was having a small health concern and I was very worried about my baby. This scripture deeply comforted me. Now, when I look at my precious baby, I know how true it is.

If this was my first, I probably would have had an anxiety attack.

She was 2 hours old. My postpardum room was full of littles. They all wanted to touch her. It was a wonderful moment. My kids met their sister for the first time. Things sure are different with the 4th. There is NO WAY I would have enjoyed this moment if it was my 1st. But, this was one of my most favorite memories of that day.Josey had the best response. She walked into the room, took one look at me holding the baby, and said, "Who is that?" It was hilarious!!

The Big Day

I went in to the hospital at 8:30 am. I got my epidural before I was even really hurting.
She was born at 2:25 pm. My doctor basically let me run the show.
I totally cheated.
It couldn't have gone any better.
What a great LAST labor and delivery.

Grandpas are better than moms because...

they build tents in the backyard and play!

Abigail Elise

April 20, 2011

2:25 P.M.

7 pounds, 5 ounces

20 inches

We are so in love!

36 Weeks

How Far Along: 36 Weeks

Size of Baby: 19 inches, 6 pounds

Total Weight Gain: Not as bad as I thought.

Maternity Clothes: I bought a couple of shirts this week. They were the first maternity purchase of this pregnancy. The only reason I bought them was because I wanted a cute top for my baby shower.

Gender: Girl. We finally found out!

Movement: Sporadic. I love feeling her kicks though. It's a bittersweet feeling because I know this is the last time I will feel this.

Sleep: Terrible. I'm ready to have this baby and be able to sleep somewhat comfortably again.

What I Miss: Being Able to get into a Comfortable Position while Sitting, Sleeping, Standing, etc.

Cravings: Anything Sweet and Frozen: Ice Cream, Smoothies, More Ice Cream :-)

Symptoms: I'm so done!! I'm very uncomfortable and tired.

Best Moment this Week: My co-workers surprised me with a baby shower at work. It was totally unexpected. They had it during a scheduled staff meeting time, so it took me a few minutes before I even realized what was going on. They totally spoiled me. I am so stocked up on diapers now. It's awesome.

I love moments like this.