Unexpected Blessings

So Yeah, You think you are shocked!! How about us? We were surprised. I have to say, though this was not planned, it was not that much of a surprise. I had been living in denial for a few weeks. I refused to take a test until one I was eating my lunch and it made me gag. I thought to myself "Hmm... That isn't normal..." Then later I wanted to puke while chewing gum (something that is typical of my pregnancies) and I thought "Oh man!" So by the time I actually took the test, I was expecting it. God really wants us have this baby. When will I learn that this life and plan are not my own? Seriously how many times do I have to be taught the same lesson?... Guess it is the stubborn German in me.

Next question I usually get is "How old will Cole be?". It's funny because first people act really happy and shocked then the reality sets in and they ask about Cole's age. He'll be 19mo. People have babies closer all the time but this was a little closer than I thought I'd have my kids. I like a space, I like to invest time in their baby stage and then introduce another baby... but it will be great... I think. I also can't believe that I was pregnant just a year ago. Pregnant for the same 8 weeks too.

Going to the doctor yesterday made it all the more real. As if the fatigue, nausea and the general miserable nature I am in, wasn't enough... It was so fun seeing the baby on the screen. Got to see the umbilical cord and the heart beat. I'm right around 9 weeks, give or take a few days. So far I feel better than my last pregnancies but still so tired because Levi has been working so much. I feel sick and have no appetite but I haven't thrown up yet, so YAY!!! By this time with Cole was puking regularly. Staying home really helps. I nap when the boys nap in the afternoon and I just never leave the house. I hope the rest goes smoothly. I have a semi-rough past as far as pregnancies go and I've been really trying to exercises and diet before I got pregnant so I am trying to blaze thru the fatigue and keep that up. We are entering this pregnancy with caution and a lot of prayer. I pray that this baby develops fully, is full term, no complications, blood pressure stays down, food stays down :) and God's will be done... We are so blessed with the 2 we have to the 3rd will only bring more joy to the house :)! Levi and Wesley have their hopes up for PINK, I am not putting any thought into the matter :).

Due Feb 10, 2012