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Monday, July 5, 2010

One Week From Today...

Is my actual due date!  Holy moly!  Where has the last 9 (really 10) months gone?  There's this little critter named Colin that has done a pretty good job keeping my mind off the baby growing inside my belly and focused on him instead - that's probably not a bad thing.

I'm starting to have sort of mixed feelings regarding the finale of this whole process.  You see, more than likely this is our last child.  That in itself is bittersweet to me.  While I'm ready to not have to experience morning (all day) sickness, a bulging waistline, unflattering clothes, swelling feet, and general discomfort of toting an extra 20-30 pounds, it all seems so trivial when you think of the miracle that transpires from it all in the end.  There will be no more kicks or jabs, no more Wes putting his hand on my belly to feel the baby move or getting down and talking to my belly.  No more looks and comments from random strangers telling me I look great or congratulations.  There will be no more first time ultrasounds to see that precious little heartbeat or the subsequent one to determine the sex.  I won't get to smell that baby fresh smell, hold that tiny being while thanking God for yet another miracle, or seeing that precious face for the first time.  There will be no more anxiety as to when the baby will come, where I will be, or how I will handle it.  I won't get another 8-week hiatus from work to get to snuggle, comfort, and nourish a little one.  No, all of these things are about to come to an end.

I now know why women keep having children.  The precious moments just don't last long enough.  Sure we enjoy and celebrate every day we're with Colin but there's something special and innocent with a newborn babe.  Sometimes I wish I was cut out for more but I honestly believe 2 is all I'm meant to have.  And I'm at peace with that.  I will miss the high points but I can always live vicariously through friends - and then I get to give the babies back when they cry (:

Childbirth is an amazing feat that God has bestowed upon women.  I am forever thankful that I have been blessed with 2 miracles, for whom I will cherish always.  My boys are so special to me!

Now on to some fun, less serious talk.  Does anyone want to play a guessing game?  That sounds eerily familiar like it might be from Sesame Street - please disregard the reference if it is!  Okay, so I thought it would be fun to have you guys guess my actual delivery date, weight, and height.  I have my last regular appointment on Wednesday, so I'll know then if an induction date is scheduled then.  So to be fair, everyone give me your best guess before Wednesday morning.  There will be a little prize for the person that comes the closest to all 3 things (I'll do some type of averaging).  To give you some background, with Colin I was 5 days over my initial due date, he weighed 8lbs 15oz and I think he was 20 or 21 inches long.  Good luck and may the best guesser win!!

16 comments:

  1. ahhh lets see. i think little baby will be born on my actual birthday, monday july 12th. little boy will be 7 lbs, 5 ounces.


    good luck, you will do amazing. you are such an amazing mom.

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  2. Aww!! It is coming so soon!! It is funny, there are days when I just love being pregnant and then sometimes I am so ready to have this baby! But you are right, it is a miracle and something to cherish always.

    I am going to guess July 14th at 8 pounds and 8 ounces and 19 inches long.

    If you get a chance, come by my blog. I am hosting a sterling silver monogrammed/personalized necklace giveaway that I think you will love. http://friedpinktomato.blogspot.com/2010/07/my-first-giveaway.html

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  3. So exciting! Hope you enjoy the last few days of pregnancy. Can't wait to hear that your little guy has arrived.

    I will guess July 10, 8 lbs 6oz and 20 inches long.

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  4. So excited for you and can't wait to see pictures! Guessing July 11th, 8 lbs 4 oz and 19 inches long.

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  5. So exciting!!!! my guess is July
    8th!

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  6. So excited for you! Prayers your way, girl! Good luck!

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  7. oh my goodness ... it's so soon! tuesday july 13th, noon, 7 lbs 2 oz, 19 inches.

    I feel exactly the same way that you do about babies. I'd love more sweet ones - especially like Lauren - but I don't know that that's the best thing for our family - I think 2 is our magic number!!!

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  8. What a sweet post that hits close to home - you know I teared up reading this, but of course I am a hormonal mess (say extra prayers for Ryan over the next few months - he'll need them!). Thinking of you, dear friend, and so excited for you all...

    Oh, and here's my bet - I think July 11th, 8 lb 2 oz, and 20 inches long.

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  9. Oh my gosh, I didn't realize it was so close! My guess is July 11th, 20 in., 8 lbs. 10 oz.

    Good luck with everything and I can't wait to "meet" him :)

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  10. I'm guessing 7 lb. 14 oz., 20 inches, arriving July 11th.

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  11. Loved this post. It all does go by way too fast. I can't believe my sweet Lucy is already one! The infant stage just doesn't last long enough. Soak in these last few days of being pregnant! Can't wait to see pictures of your new little one.

    July 10th, 8 lbs 12 oz, 19 1/2 inches!

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  12. July 9th, 8lb 9oz, 20 inches.

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  13. WOW time has flown! I'll guess Sat July 10th. I think he'll weigh 8lb, 2 oz and be 20 inches long. Good luck at the doctor tomorrow!

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  14. Hmmmmmm, I'm gonna go...July 10th...8 lbs, 11 oz. and 20 inches. I hope you're seeing some dilation action lady! Ha!

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  15. you are so close!!!

    my guess July 15th 7.2oz 19 inches long

    and ps. the hot brown was made possibly bc my friend's dad has a private plane. so they picked it up, takes an hour to fly here, and then brought it to her house. SOO fantastic.
    go try some peach ice cream before you go into labor! ohhh...you know it might get you started!

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  16. it's almost here! so exciting!! I would love some tips from you on being pregnant with a little running around! How have you stayed sane?!?!?! I'm debating it now!!!! GOOD LUCK!!!!

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