I want to remember

Overall, I have had a great pregnancy. Aside from going over my weight gain goal, I feel like I have been very blessed. Here are just a few things I always want to remember about this time!

1.) We found out on September 5th that we were expecting. I ran downstairs and showed Thad the test and his first response was "what is that?" Pretty classic

2.) I have NEVER been more excited about anything in my life! This pregnancy was truly divine intervention (I guess all pregnancies are) and I am so glad that it happened when it did. It was perfect timing

3.) I LOVE maternity clothes. This was very exciting for me because I couldn't wait to wear them. The selections are great these days and to be honest...I will really miss wearing them.

4.) I LOVE the way people treat you at the grocery store when you are pregnant...especially when you tell them you are due in 1 week.

5.) I have the best husband in the world! I already knew this before I got pregnant...but he has really shown his true colors over the past 9 1/2 months. He's been so great with back rubs, foot rubs, and pretty much helping with anything I ask.

6.) I am going to miss having a great, big belly! I rub my belly constantly and am afraid I might still do this after he comes. YIKES!

7.) The first kick...God is great!

8.) Feeling the presence of my Papaw throughout the entire pregnancy. I really feel he's been watching over us.

9.) Going in to the nursery every night ( and yes..I mean every night) and staring in to the closet...not really touching anything...just looking and dreaming of the day!

10.) The anticipation of having my mom here with me for almost 2 weeks. This has almost been as exciting as having little Samuel. We haven't been together that long in over 10 years.

11.) I am thrilled that I didn't start swelling until the last 4 weeks. Being a pharmacist on my feet for long hours everyday, I really thought this would set in earlier. Hallelujiah!!

12.) The day we found out we would have a little boy! I can so see myself with a little man...

13.) Packing for the hospital. I don't know many people who were as excited as I was to do this. Such a boring task but one that I couldn't wait to do.

14.) Anticipating kissing those sweet little hands! Only 1 week now!

There are a ton of things I could write..but this is just a few. I am so thankful for the gift of carrying a little child and I give all of the glory to God!

"God is able to immeasurably more than all we could ask or imagine" Ephesians 3:20

Praise be to him for this miracle! Please pray for us over the next week for a safe delivery and a healthy baby!