I can't say my blogger's block has come to an end, but I thought I'd surprise y'all with a post just the same (does anyone read this anymore?).
My week "away" from TDGB was spent unpacking boxes and getting situated here in our new home. Job and I survived the move with the help of our family and friends. Our new "life" here in B-town was an adjustment... for about a day or two. Now I'm surprised to realize how little I actually miss our old shoebox apartment in N-berg. Sure, I miss my favorite coffee shop and the familiarity of the places we frequented (umm... basically Fred Meyers' for groceries and Chevron), but living so much closer to our church and (my) family has made a dramatic difference in our day to day life. We actually get invited to DO stuff now! People actually STOP BY and visit us, because they're "in the neighborhood"! It's amazing. And our journey to church is a third of what it used to be. Glory to God.
Baby is doing well. I've got just a few more weeks, and I'm working hard at staying level headed, being patient yet prepared at the same time. It's weird, planning a wedding was a lot more stressful, yet "the date" was fixed on the calendar, and I knew there would be an end to the hubbub and a definete start to the married life. Whereas, having a baby is so much more of a guessing game. You don't know when s/he will arrive, you don't know how long you'll be in labor and (good intentions aside) you don't know how the birth will proceed. So, other than getting the home "baby-ized," there's not a whole lot to stress about. It's just a matter of waiting and being ready at any time... however brief or lengthy a period that may be.
Speaking of the Baby... I'm trying to waste some time. Last night I didn't sleep very well. I went to bed too early, thinking I'd sleep the whole night through, only to wake up at 1:00 am and stay up for a good 4+ hours. So tonight I'm only going to go to bed when I start feeling drowsy.
*yawn* Now that I think of it, sleep doesn't sound like a bad idea...
7 comments:
You just can't imagine what labor will be like, nor what life will be with baby. I remember in my childbirth class being told we were going to "practice a contraction" and I thought...how in the world are we going to do that? We have no idea what they're like. I suppose it's the biggest challenge I've had in my life--having that much pain to get through, hours and hours of it, not knowing what will be the outcome except there will be a baby at the end. But I highly enjoyed the challenge, honestly. It was empowering.
I think that that prenatal insomnia is to get you ready for that postnatal waking up with the baby thing. Grin!
Congratulations on being moved in, and it sounds lovely. Will you send me your new addy?
I so agree with Elizabeth. It was the most rewarding thing I ever went through. And when all was said and done I had a sweet little baby.
It was the most incredible experience I've ever been through x3:)
Hang onto your hat Katie!!
Susan
Hi Xenia Kathryn!
I still read your blog;)
When is your due date? It surprises me that we only have twelve weeks left until our little baby comes! Have you taken a lamaze class yet? Hubby and I are scheduled for our first one on Bright Monday...
~Emma
Laura,
I like that--"whispers from my guardian angel." Thank you, I'll definetely be "going with the flow" for the next few weeks :)
Elizabeth,
Yeah, I think I'm up for the challenge too. After 6 weeks of birthing class, I still feel clueless, and I still think it all comes to down to whether or not I'm up for it.
Mimi,
Yes! I will send you my new address! I made some moving announcement cards, I'll send you one via snail mail, since you're technically a "pen pal" :D
Susan,
I'm glad you found it rewarding as well (and three times at that!). Yep, I've got my hat and I'm hanging on!
Emma,
Hey there!
Our (my?) due date is April 27th-- Bright Thursday! So you've got 12 more weeks, eh? That's so exciting! My husband and I just finished our 6 week "Preparation for Birth" class last night. Ack! I still feel clueless! But it's a good class to take-- hope you two enjoy it like we did!
Take care of yourself! :)
Hi there..
You don't know me, so I sort of feeling like a stalker who's coming clean. Forgive me. I found your blog through my friend Sara (bluecanopy). Just wanted to let you know that I drop in time to time and after reading this blog you've got me excited for you about your birth and meeting your little girl. I had my firstborn in July and motherhood is such a treat! I remember people telling me, "just get through the first few months, and you'll be fine"..I say savor each minute of the first few months, they go so fast. My boy is already 8 mos. has a bunch of teeth and is saying Mama and trying to walk.It's crazy! As for the birth..it was the hardest, most intense, wonderful thing I've done. And it's one of my favorite memories. You will have my prayers this month, as you near the date. Anyways, I look forward to reading you blog about your motherhood journey. Gosh, this is long..sorry.
Annie,
Hi there! Thanks so much for your comment! You know, I've actually come across your blog a few times too, via Sara at bluecanopy! Isn't that funny? She's got good taste :)
I really appreciate your encouraging advice about childbirth and childrearing. You're absolutely right, the first few months are times to be TREASURED, and I need to remind myself of that day by day (I even need to treasure these last few weeks of pregnancy).
Thank you for stopping by, I always love hearing from "lurkers" who are "coming clean" so to speak :) Your prayers are also greatly appreciated! May God bless you and your family!
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