Everything is back to normal at this house and it has been for a long time I just haven't posted. We haven't had anything too exciting happen. We gave Brody his first official hair cut. All of his curls came falling to the floor. It was really sad. It's a lot shorter than I expected but hey at least it doesn't look ratty in the back. I hate when kids' hair looks like that. No pics, sorry. My computer won't let me upload them so who knows, I'll have to play around with it.
Ummmmm, yep thats about it. The kids are about as wild as usual and I'm about to pop. Oh, thats something to talk about. I am sick, sick of people telling me I look huge. You don't think I already know that?? You don't need to tell me that you didn't start showing until 8 months or that you think I should recheck to see if its twins. I know I'm hauuuge, trust me, but come on use the cardinal rule. If you have nothing nice to say, lets just not say it. But this little monkey is healthy and he's moving a lot more. Kicking and punching me. Which is a good sign so I'll take it. I really will post some pics because I personally think it is a cute belly, even if its rather large for 27 weeks. And that about sums it up. Sorry really lame without any pics but I wanted you to know we are still here.
On a different note I went visiting teaching tonight and my companion is awesome. I just love her. She shared a story about her friend who is passing away from cancer. Emily (my companion) told us about how strong this woman and mother is. How much faith she has and how positive she has stayed. She is a mother of 3 kids. Ages 6, 4, and 2 1/2. (I think). I hope Emily doesn't mind me sharing it but it was such a reminder for me of why we shouldn't take the little things for granted. This sweet girl posted about how she wished that she would be able to grow old and gray with her family. To be able to watch and help her kids grow. How she's taken so much joy into being able to take care of her kids, make them breakfast, bathe them, clean up after them. You know the daily things that we, as mothers, look at as chores. She has been so sick lately that she hasn't been able to do those things with her kids. She mentioned that before cancer she didn't enjoy them all the time like most mothers, but knowing that her time was short how she treasured those moments. Its so surreal to realize that there is no guarantee to our time here on earth. Life is so precious and it goes so fast. (Its hard to think of what to write next when you can't stop crying) It hit me really hard thinking about not holding my kids in my arms again. Not watching them grow, leaving behind children that are so young they might not remember you. It was a much needed reminder for me to love my babies like there might not be a tomorrow. To treasure the moment and focus on whats truly important.
Now that I have you bawling, go love on your babies. Thanks Emily for that much needed reminder.
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Where's the rest of the post??? Are you okay?
Glad to know your alive, but now you have us all wondering... seriously, what's up?
So one minute, your post is blank, and the next minute you're making us all cry? Double U. Tee. Eff.
I'm glad your kiddos are back to being their wild selves! And honey, I was 50" around at the end of my pregnancy. I will NEVER tell you that you look huge. But I'm sure you look freaking adorable!
Also, if you're having issues with your computer, you're welcome to bring it by and I can have Mr. IT Genius work on it for you. He is sort of a magician and he's taken the rest of the month off, so he's got time. Let me know.
So glad you guys are all doing better. And I wouldn't ever tell you you looked huge. I always look huge when I'm pregnant, it is NOT pretty. Wouldn't it be nice if I could just grow a basketball like some girls? I wonder if your friend is talking about my mom's neighbor? Maybe not, but she also has three kids and is not expected to live to Christmas. SO freaking sad! It makes me feel like I don't spend enough time with my kids while I'm well. We all take things for granted that's for sure.
Oh good. I'm glad that you are avoiding sickness. Our family is too. I second the whole big belly thing. Those little comments stick with me forever and it is like come on... I might look better pregnant than you do normally (not really a double chin isn't cute but hey it's not like I wanted to gain 50 lbs it is genetic). Since when did it become a contest to see who looks better pregnant? I bet you look great though and you are cooking a baby so that is amazing ;) Have a great Christmas!!!
It is crazy the things we tend to take for granted, because we think we have all the time in the world. Life is short, and sadly we never know when it's going to end. I'm glad you shared that story with us!
As far as the pregnant belly goes, I completely agree with you. People should just keep their mouth shut if they can't say something nice! I got the whole twin comment everytime I have been pregnant too, and it would really make me mad!!!! On the other end of things though, I have a friend who everyone would tell her she looked too small for how far along she was, and that would also really get to her. People should just say how cute we all look pregnant, or just shut their mouth lol
I am glad to hear that everyone is alive and well, I was wondering. That is a great story and so true. Thanks for sharing that. I hope the kids stay healthy for ya. You are not huge you always look cute when you are pregnant. Anyway we need to get the kids together. Hope to see ya before you pop.
I love that story and what a great reminder it is to appreciate even the hard times with motherhood. I really hope that I haven't told you that you look big (I don't think I have) and personally I think you look adorable!
Also, I left you a surprise on my blog ;)
I am glad you guys are feeling better!
Just so you know, as far as our baby goes we are in the same boat as you. I think we even like the same name (don't hate me). I have liked it for like a year, so I promise I am not just copy catting...(don't be mad)
That really is sooo sad about Emily's friend. What a strong girl to be so positive. It really reminds you to enjoy life, not just live it.
Melissa,
O man do I take everything for grantid! I sure appreciate you sharing what this sweet gal is going through. Now I can get off my soap box and realize how very blessed I am! Merry Christmas!
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