Can I tell you something? Today I want to cry. I cannot sit, stand, or lay down in any direction without hurting. It all just aches and swells. I'd really like to end this pregnancy on a happy note, but let me tell you, I'm so done. I am trying to count it all joy, but it's getting progressively harder each day past my due date. Well, that's the truth about that.

Then Jesus said, "Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest." Matthew 11:28

I'm not sure if God meant that figuratively or literally, but I'm taking him up on his offer today.

Truett Update

I can't help but trust God when it comes to having a baby, because really, what else am I supposed to do? Doesn't he take care of my every need, and know exactly what I need or want before I ever ask?

I know this is probably not a big deal, and of course, I feel like a paranoid parent now, but we found out at our appointment today that Truett has two dilated kidneys. Now, the doctor said it was very mild case, and she thinks he will be fine at birth, but we'll need to do another ultrasound after birth just to make sure. It's not exactly what I like to hear, but I know that we have good care and I'm thankful for the information. Severe cases can be signs of down syndrome, so of course it scares me just a little, but I trust God for whatever he may have in store for us, and we love that sweet sweet boy so much already. Please pray for little Truett! He is so close to being here, and we can hardly wait! This is one of those times that I have to remind myself that Truett is not mine--he's God's, and I have to trust that he already knows how perfect that little boy is going to be.

Michelle

Maternity Pics

Usually I'm the one taking pictures, but this time my sweet husband tag teamed with me. :)

Ultrasound

Before you were ever a thought in our minds, God loved you.

Before you were ever born, we prayed for you.

Before you ever met us, we loved you.

Truett is supposedly 6lbs 1oz today.

Crazy to think we'll meet him in 4 weeks. :)

I don't have a picture.

So, this is more of a talky blog. I always love fun pictures, but it's just not one of those days.

So, I haven't talked much about being pregnant, but man, almost at week 16, I guess it's okay now huh? I should probably stop living in denial and start embracing whatever it is that I'm supposed to love about pregnancy. I'm gonna be honest, why do people always say they love being pregnant? I feel like you just feel huge and sick all the time. I'm certainly NOT doubting that the sweet little baby will be worth it all, I already believe that, and love the little thing so much. But, I'm not rejoicing in my sleep about the extra nausea, indigestion, tiredness, or looking in the mirror and thinking, hmmm did I gain 5 pounds, like, just today?

I may change my tune in a couple of months, but today...that's the honest truth.

What is the most fun part of being pregnant? To me? Praying for this little life that God has trusted Jonathan and I with. Second, decorating the nursery of course! I haven't done much, but have some serious fun ideas flowing. Perhaps I'll do a before and after post when it's finished! That would be fun!

God bless my little readers who are tuning in. As much as I don't love belly pics, I might post one just so you can follow along every once in awhile. :) Much love!