Happy New Year!

Posted by Me Sun, 31 Dec 2006 17:28:00 GMT

Today we are 36 weeks. :) I can’t believe we are about a month away. Yesterday was a tough day since I didn’t sleep well at all the night before so I was dragging that day. Today is a little better since I did manage to get some sleep.

Now that I am the size of a house I am getting more and more people coming up to me inquiring about my humongous belly and its special cargo. I even had the Starbucks lady ask to rub my belly – a phenomenon I still find a bit strange. It’s one thing when people you know ask to touch your belly – but strangers – it’s just a bit odd. Also, LOML and I are getting more and more advice about our impending launch into parenthood – the main one being “Get as much rest and sleep as you can now!” I know that’s what everyone says and I nod and smile – but really how is that possible when my bladder has been reduced to the size of a pea and sleeping on one’s side makes getting comfortable next to impossible. I am trying to get as much sleep as possible but at the same I think my body is trying to prepare me for sleepless nights! :) It’s a push and pull. Last night though I didn’t feel the need to get up at 4am due to discomfort my left hip felt sore and made it impossible to drift off to sleep comfortably. However, at least I was able to sleep some and feel less groggy today. :)

I actually have enough energy to run some errands this morning which is always a good thing. As far as a New Year’s is concerned, LOML and I plan to make it a mellow one. Grab some dinner and stay home. As it is, I won’t make it past midnight and even if I do I’d like to do so in my comfy PJ’s and Slippers. Besides, Vegas is so nuts on New Year’s I’d like to avoid all the hoopla if possible.

As we are reaching the end of 2006, I can’t help but reflect on this past year. 2005 was rough. It ended pretty horribly with my grandfather’s sudden passing, my failed IVF cyle, and a case of pretty bad strep throat. 2006 was a rollercoaster that brought a lot of changes. Some trying – but some extraordinary. I am grateful to be where we are at. We are far from being out of the woods, but I just want to take a moment and be thankful for this precious cargo squirming inside my belly. With every kick, every hiccup, I am thankful for the opportunity. I keep praying that he remains healthy and beg him to stay that way until we meet him which shouldn’t be too long from now. I still worry (probably more as of late than normal), but I hope that all turns out ok.

Thanks to all who have commented on my journey thus far. We’ve had our ups and downs and your encouraging words have made all the difference. I am glad I started this blog even if it started as a way for me to record my thoughts. I hope 2007 will be a great year for everyone.

Be Safe this New Year’s Eve!