Counting Down
Here we are.....4 1/2 weeks to go! These 9 months have flown. No joke! I have had an ultrasound and checkup this week. Both of them left me feeling ever so thankful. Jamie and I talked as we left the office just how lucky we were to have been able to always hear good news.
Brady is measuring about a week ahead. No shock because Charlie did the same thing. I am growing everyday, and unfortunately I have had to pack away my most favorite maternity things. I'm not going to gripe about being as big as a house, because I know that means my little guy is growing. I'm not disappointed in my weight gain. I'm kind of proud actually. I wasn't little before I got pregnant, but I have stayed on track.
So far Brady's room is basically ready. We are missing the sentimental items that seemed to flood in when we had Charlie, but I am hoping those will come later. Our bags are packed, and we are ready to go. My mom has loaded me up with all of the thoughtful essentials that are usually forgotten by me. My closest family has already received my "Plan Brady," a ridiculous list of instructions for who to call, when, what I'd like to happen, you know, junk like that that never seems to be taken seriously after my color coded email gets deleted, but they humor me anyway. No change in me so far, but I know he'll be here in his own time. (I might have to read this again when I can't reach my shoes and he is a week late :) Hopefully I can make my maternity picture appointment this weekend. Our carseats are secure thanks to my husband who is JUST as paranoid as I am about loose seats. I am geared up hopefully for another successful nursing run. I hope I don't run into the obstacles I've heard about, and yes, this is going to be an attempted natural delivery. Nothing in stone, just a goal.
We had a wonderful shower given by our church family. It is always nice to have time to celebrate the coming of a little one. Everyone seemed as excited as we were to see the little boy gifts. I love that feeling. Charlie handled it well. Of course he was playing with the kids while we opened gifts. He got a couple himself, which made me feel better for him.
This is not a usual misty eyed post, just an update. My due date is Easter Sunday, April 24th. Charlie's Easter outfit is ironed and ready, and Brady's backup is ready as well. Never know. Jamie and I are so excited to add another little guy to our family. We are planning our yearly trips already, and I can't wait!
Be patient with me after the birth. I hope I don't let this blog fade. We're almost there........
