Well, as I am sitting and writing this, little Jackson is kicking away. That whole fetal count doesn't really apply to me because he kicks ALL THE TIME. I don't have to count 10 times in 2 hours.......he kicks 10 times in 2 minutes!!
It is such a joy to have this connection with this little miracle. It amazes me how he grows and changes daily! I am praying that Jackson will be a wonderful man of God like his Daddy is!
I am feeling wonderful, physically. I mean.....the normal changes of back pain, going potty every hour, and my body changing daily is something I knew that would happen. I have had a fantastic pregnancy. I am at 31 weeks and I just feel joyful!
Ben and I have been working a little bit on Jackson's room. I will post pictures once we get it all ready! Ben has been such a wonderful supporter and helper! I was not surprised at how helpful he would be through this whole thing, but he still surprises me with his willingness to jump up and do something before I can even think about it!
I am stubborn sometimes, I know.......I have learned a lot through this pregnancy in asking for help. Even more so now, I have to step back and let someone carry or lift something for me. At school, I ask my students for help more than ever!
Speaking of school.....it was refreshing to have a week off from school and just mentally prepare and think about things. I have been needing to finish up my lesson plans for my long term substitute and VOILA.....I just finished them this morning. One of my coworkers has been listening to me talk about how I feel that I am running out of time to get all my supplies and lessons ready. She said, I don't know if you prayed for this or not, but I know that I want to be on your prayer list because you have a great connection with Him! :) A couples days would have been nice, but a full week has been unexpected and magical. I have not taken this time for granted. I have watched 4 movies, lots of news coverage, and Price is Right! I have also cleaned my house and done "who knows how many" loads of laundry. The only thing I have not washed is stuff for Jackson's room. I have a little more time for that. Reading will be my priortiy tomorrow and also I will be making a wreath for Jackson's door at the hospital. Look for them on A TAD OF LADD blog. (coming soon). I will start selling them for Baby Shower gifts. I'm always looking for new creative things to make.
I think I am done rambling on.......more pictures to come!
