Holding out...

a little longer... while we are impatiently awaiting our new baby, we are somewhat selfishly hoping he will wait until after Thanksgiving (though secretly, I think it would be so amazingly memorable to go into labor at Thanksgiving dinner!). Although my due date is still 15 days away, I am guessing our little guy will be impatient like me and his dad- and show up early. Early is definitely one of Josh's character traits- quite the timely fellow- so maybe our little boy will follow in his dads footprints! I got my haircut in anticipation of his arrival- definitely needed a no-fuss hair-do!

Sadly, I have not spent as much time readying my heart for his arrival, as I have in readying our home and my body. So that is the first order of business as soon as this blog is published. Time for some QT with Jesus.

37 Weeks

So today I am 37 weeks pregnant! As uncomfortable as things have been at times, I love being pregnant! God has truly blessed me with a smooth pregnancy. And with things progressing, and my body gearing up for birth- I am just getting so excited to welcome our little boy into the world!

The due date is December 7... but I am thinking he could be here a little early. Guess we'll wait and see! He will arrive when he is good and ready. Which is exactly what we want.

Nursery

Our nursery is finally ready! Nothing like waiting til the last minute, but I guess three weeks to spare isn't so last minute. But a due date, is just that a guess, and estimate- who knows when this little guy will decide to make his appearance! And my midwife told me that I am already 2-3 cm dilated (at 10cm you are allowed to push). I haven't had any real contractions, so I'm not expecting him this week, but it is a relief to know there has been some progress, and he is on his way into the world!
It has been amazing to watch my body expand and grow to house this tiny wonder! I am astounded as I consider the works of God's hands, that He would choose Josh and me to raise up a child for His fame and for His glory. Who are we? We are willing. We are His. We are abiding in Him. I guess that's all He requires. I know this new chapter of our lives will be the hardest so far- yet I am so excited to turn the page!