Trusting in God / bed rest

I had a doctor appointment yesterday and just went in hoping that Matthew had moved down into position and that we could get some cute sonogram pics of his little face. Although he has moved into a better position, and we did see his cute little face I also came out with a doctors note that said BED REST!! 


So many different emotions came over me. Last week my amniotic levels were great! So I was in shock to hear they were too low just one week later. I am trusting in God and know that Matthew is doing fine so I will do what my doctor said, "stay in bed until my appointment on Monday and drink water like a fish." When I go in Monday one of two things will happen: 1. everything will be OK and I will return to work after my week off for Thanksgiving or 2. I will be admitted into the hospital right away. He told us to pack and bring my bag just in case.


Is God's timing perfect or what? Sure I am missing my baby shower at school today (Greg and Mom will attend in my absence) and my kids field trip tomorrow BUT I get two more days of rest added to my week off and I can take care of myself and my son.  

Here are two pictures I got yesterday of my son, Matthew, with his little hand in front of his face. I even saw him suck on his finger, and rub his little eye. <3

33 weeks and 3 days!

Keep us in your prayers!!

Heaven is Real

This book is amazing! I cried a few times and read it faster than any other book I have ever read. I couldn't put it down. My friend Justine told me I needed to read it because there was a link to my life in the book. I knew what she meant as soon as I read the page. The little boy, Colton, in the story met his unborn sister in Heaven. He didn't even know he had another sister other than his earthly sister who lived with him at home. He didn't know his mom had a miscarriage. He was too young to understand, so she never told him. Yet in still, he met her in Heaven. She told him she didn't have a name, because their parents never named her. But she knew and was waiting to meet her mom and dad in Heaven.

Do you know what that means? I have 3 little children waiting in Heaven to meet me. One probably doesn't have a name, and the other two are probably named Gavin and Payton. Possibly two Payton's because I have been stuck on that name for so long. :)

I can't wait to meet them!!

Baby Shower 11-5-11

Yesterday was a dream come true. My mother and 3 of my closest friends threw me a baby shower. I was able to experience something that at one point I thought might never happen. It was an amazing feeling to see so many people who have been along with me on this journey to have a child. What a blessing they have all been in different ways.

We had brunch foods, mimosas, some music, hugs, laughs and tears of joy! Baby Matthew received the most amazing gifts. I am so grateful and blessed!

Some of my fav's :)

We didn't play any cheesy baby shower games but we did do a guess the due date pot and set up a spot to write prayers, well wishes, and send love to my son and I. We also set up two computers in his room with a sign so that guests could send our precious son an email.

Matthew's nursery was a hit with everyone! I gave credit where credit was due and told everyone how hard my husband worked and how perfect he made the nursery for me and my son. MY SON!! Sorry, it still hasn't gotten old. :)

Special thanks to my mom for ALL she did for the shower, and has done my whole life. The shower would not have been possible without her. My sanity and strength would not be where it is without her either. I love you, mom! <3

Also, I would like to thank Monica for getting the cake, and helping with the shopping for the shower. Justine for doing the invites, and for coming into town for my very special day. I would also like to thank Velvette for the amazing diaper cake and decorations. My friends are so talented!

Last but not least, Diana for coming into town and sharing so much with me. She is giving me things that her son was not able to use while God took care of him in the hospital. I don't know what I would do without friends like her who are giving and who have supported me through this journey.

God is good!