Some days, it feel like time is dragging by - and then the weekend comes and it FLIES past.. Not to mention the anxiety and anticipation we are feeling for the arrival of Ben. I'm not very fond of calendars and clocks right now. Wouldn't it be nice if what we wanted and wished for just happend, no waiting?
Then again, on the other hand, if we didn't have to work for anything, wait for it, agonize over it, what would be worth dreaming about?
35 weeks today and counting. The doctors are all giving me different answers about Ben's arrival. One says on-time, one says early, and yet another probably late. I'd give my eye teeth for a glass ball right about now to know WHEN he is going to grace us with his presence! And you all know how much I like my smile :)
Our checklist of "things to do" before the big day is dwindling down nicely. Childbirth classes - check, Maternity photos - check, Ben's room - check, major house cleaning - check. All we need is for Tim to finish the new bathroom and clean out the basement, then we'll be set on house projects for what I hope is a long, long while. I'm rather tired of drywall dust everywhere! But, the end product is so worth the time, money & frustration. Can't wait!!!
Monday, October 18, 2010
Thursday, September 30, 2010
I'm a newbie!
With all that is going on in our home, I thought I should start a blog to keep our friends and family near and far up-to-date (or at least as much as possible)!
As you should know.. We are expecting our first bouncing bundle of blue, Benjamin, this November (enough literation, huh?). I still haven't gotten a clear answer about when he will grace us with his presence, but have an estimated due date of November 22 - yes, that is Monday of Thanksgiving week (eek)!. I am pulling for early, since if we go to our EDD, he is estimated to weigh in at a whoping 9.5 - 10 pounds. Not sure about you, but all I can think is owww.
Tim and I are both so incredibly excited for Ben. I know it took us long enough to decide that we wanted to try to have a baby, then it happened rather quickly once we decided to "try", that it was all a little surreal in the beginning. Now, we are just both completely stoked for him. Tim can always get Ben to kick or roll around - it's incredible the bond they have already. Ben is also good at letting momma know when he is hungry, tired and of course AWAKE (like at 11pm when I'm trying to sleep). It's getting pretty cramped for him in there and the kicks upon kicks I was feeling a month ago have now turned into rolling type movements. The worst is when he decides to wedge his "tiny hiney" up in my rib cage - making it nearly impossible for me to breath, bend over - and practically talk. But hey, as long as he is happy - right?
Everyone keeps asking if we are "ready" for Benjamin. How can we really answer this question? Does ready mean: do you have a place for him to sleep? - yes; do you have clothes, blankets and such to keep him warm? - yes; can we feed him to help him grow? - yes (well, once he gets here I will be able to); are we mentally prepared for this life changing event? - I like to think so - we like to live in the reality of life and face challenges head-on, isn't that the only way to be prepared? So, all in all, we are ready for him. Ready to hold, love and cherish him. Ready to raise him to think independently, respect those around him and be a responsbile man in the society of tomorrow. (I know, tall order for a little guy - but he can do it).
Well, I think that was deep enough for my first post! Thanks to all for checking-in and stay tuned for more life "Down Home with the Ryes".
As you should know.. We are expecting our first bouncing bundle of blue, Benjamin, this November (enough literation, huh?). I still haven't gotten a clear answer about when he will grace us with his presence, but have an estimated due date of November 22 - yes, that is Monday of Thanksgiving week (eek)!. I am pulling for early, since if we go to our EDD, he is estimated to weigh in at a whoping 9.5 - 10 pounds. Not sure about you, but all I can think is owww.
Tim and I are both so incredibly excited for Ben. I know it took us long enough to decide that we wanted to try to have a baby, then it happened rather quickly once we decided to "try", that it was all a little surreal in the beginning. Now, we are just both completely stoked for him. Tim can always get Ben to kick or roll around - it's incredible the bond they have already. Ben is also good at letting momma know when he is hungry, tired and of course AWAKE (like at 11pm when I'm trying to sleep). It's getting pretty cramped for him in there and the kicks upon kicks I was feeling a month ago have now turned into rolling type movements. The worst is when he decides to wedge his "tiny hiney" up in my rib cage - making it nearly impossible for me to breath, bend over - and practically talk. But hey, as long as he is happy - right?
Everyone keeps asking if we are "ready" for Benjamin. How can we really answer this question? Does ready mean: do you have a place for him to sleep? - yes; do you have clothes, blankets and such to keep him warm? - yes; can we feed him to help him grow? - yes (well, once he gets here I will be able to); are we mentally prepared for this life changing event? - I like to think so - we like to live in the reality of life and face challenges head-on, isn't that the only way to be prepared? So, all in all, we are ready for him. Ready to hold, love and cherish him. Ready to raise him to think independently, respect those around him and be a responsbile man in the society of tomorrow. (I know, tall order for a little guy - but he can do it).
Well, I think that was deep enough for my first post! Thanks to all for checking-in and stay tuned for more life "Down Home with the Ryes".
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