A Double Dose of Good News

I received a double dose of really good news today.

Leo and I had a doctor's appointment just a few hours ago to go over the results from my prenatal testing and everything came back normal. (Yay!) And now that I think about it, this doctor's visit was very different. Probably because I was different. I didn't spend my whole day worrying about it or pray fitfully in the lobby while waiting for my name to be called and I didn't kick my legs uncontrollably in the room while waiting for the doctor to come in.

It felt nice to (finally) feel in control, safe and secure. 

It was as if all of my fears had quietly fallen by the wayside without so much as a single peep. I wish you could have seen it - I was cool as a cucumber, which most of you know by now is not my normal standard operating procedure. I was happy. Funny, even. It feels great to finally enjoy being pregnant, to take it all in without holding my breath and relish in every single moment. Even moments like this one.   

The second order of good news I wanted to share with all of you is also BIG...monumental even. At least for one very special couple. Remember my friend who had just completed a round of IVF?

Well....she's PREGNANT!

That's right. I nearly screamed when I read her post. She received confirmation just a few days ago - please continue praying for her as she and her hubby navigate through the next few months. It's still a very scary experience - at least in the beginning. When I hear of another couple who have broken through the infertility barrier (literally), it strengthens my belief that dreams do come true and more than anything else, it keeps hope alive for the couples out there who are still working hard to break through.

Thank you, to each and every one of you who said a prayer for her. I really and truly appreciate it.

Last weekend the hubby and I hit another milestone in the pregnancy calendar - we registered at Babies R Us and at Target. I have dreamed about moments like this one for years. And I wasn't disappointed. It was also a great experience for my little sister and I to share. She's a Mom of three, one of them just turned 2 years old so she turned out to be the biggest help.

There is SO much we didn't know.

Like that there are several different types of bottle nipples including slow and regular flow. Um...nope. I didn't know that. And did you know that a box of diapers will run you around $40? Yep, didn't know that either. We obviously have a lot to learn over the next couple of months but we really enjoyed the process and the "schooling" we lovingly received from my little sister.

It's funny, when I think about it...you know...her being the little sister. I never would have imagined that she'd be the one teaching me all of this stuff but I'm so very thankful. She's quite the Mom to my nieces and nephews and I honestly wouldn't have it any other way.

P.S. We made a huge change recently in regards to the nursery. Instead of the firetruck theme, we are going with Vintage Mickey Mouse. I've always loved anything Disney and he liked the fact that it had a sports feel to it so Vintage Mickey it is! I'll try and post a photo soon!  

Enjoy the Day!
Missy

A Big Month

Sorry, friends. Once again it's been far too long since I last posted. Work is busier than ever with getting ready for Homecoming Weekend and making sure that my replacement is trained for when I go on maternity leave. 

Besides that, June has just been a very busy month with graduations, awards ceremonies, birthdays, doctors visits and big developments with regards to the nursery. Two weeks ago my Mom was in town so we went shopping for the furniture. We tried several stores before finding "the one", or in this case, "the set" at Babies R Us. In addition to the crib and attached changer, we also got the matching dresser. I usually gravitate towards lighter shades of wood but the color of this set just seemed so rich and timeless.   

The boxes of furniture are now sitting in the middle of the room waiting for Leo to work his magic. My plan is to have the room completely cleaned out and prepped this weekend so that painting can commence soon after. Next weekend we are planning on registering and I'd be lying if I said I wasn't looking forward to it. Oh my goodness, who am I kidding - I can hardly contain myself! As far as the theme for the nursery, initially I had wanted to do traditional Winnie the Pooh but now I have my eye on this set that I saw at Babies R Us - totally cute, don't you think? 

Leo and I went to my last ultrasound appointment at the Perinatal Center yesterday. The pictures were even clearer than the last and we even caught a glimpse of our little one kicking his leg up nearly up to his head. (he's been very active lately - I feel him kicking most of the day now) Luckily, the technician was able to capture this funny image for us to take home. The best part though was hearing him say that everything looked normal. (Yay!)

I also conquered a pretty big fear of mine by going to the dreaded dentist last Wednesday. (hopefully I'm not the only one who avoids the dentist like the plague) Not only did I go but I also got some much needed work done, including a thorough cleaning. Everyone in the office was so nice and willing to do whatever it took to put my fears at ease. When all the work was done, the dentist walked me out of the office, gave me a big hug and said I had done wonderfully...it was just so nice, I have to say. 

Lastly, I don't do this often but I have a prayer request for a fellow blogger (and friend) who recently completed a round of IVF and is waiting to find out the outcome. I can't imagine what she is going through right now. Please lift her up in prayer - just as you did for me. The issue of infertility still weighs heavily on my heart. It's tough because I meet women all the time who are doing their best to navigate, live with and overcome this growing issue. I'm praying hard that my friend quickly becomes one of them.  

As always, thank you for listening! (reading) I hope everyone is well and happy.

Enjoy the Day!
Missy

It's a Boy! (On the Way)

Note: this is not an actual ultrasound photo

Hello Everyone!

Just a quick post to share our BIG news - We have a baby BOY on the way! Earlier today we had a ultrasound done at the Perinatal Center and the pictures were pretty convincing. Lol!  To say that we are both over the moon with joy is definitely an understatement. It's been a very long road but in hind sight, I honestly couldn't feel more grateful for it all: the good, the bad and yes, (maybe) even the ugly.

I am proud to say that I am going to be a Mom at age 38. I never would have imagined having a baby at this stage in my life but then again, I'm a much better person today than I was even just 3 years ago. I've learned SO much and have been fortunate enough to experience more than my share of independence and indulgence. We're most definitely settled in our home of nearly 11 years and my job is stable - thank goodness!

In September, Leo will turn 40 and we will celebrate our 11th wedding anniversary in November. Then for the grand finale, we expect the arrival of our little boy to be on October 15th so it's definitely a year full of reasons to celebrate! Thank you once again for all of your love, support and prayers.

Your constant presence (you know who you are) has meant more than you will ever know.

Enjoy Your Day!
Missy