Ever since announcing our pregnancy, I have been completely overwhelmed by the momma bonding and support I have received. Whether it be the gift of adorable homemade dresses, morning sickness advice, pregnancy devotionals, hand-me-down maternity clothes/nursery items, or simply "I've been there" conversations, I am truly beginning to see that motherhood is a precious, God-given bond. One of the most stark examples God has given me of this came when we visited our friends in Elizabeth City a few months back. This was the weekend before we found out the gender of the baby, and I struck up a conversation with a mother of a one-year-old little girl at my friends' church. After only talking to this sweet lady for a few minutes, she suggested that if we found out I was having a girl I should get in touch with her so she could pass me down some clothes. This seriously blessed my heart knowing that a stranger who lived over five hours away was interested in helping our family out. I've heard for years about the "Mommy Wars" which make women out to be vicious, judgmental, and cruel to one another. I know I am still new at this "mom" thing, but if the way I have been treated thus far in my journey is any indication, I firmly believe this is a myth. I do realize, though, that God has utterly blessed me by placing such godly examples of mothers in my life and for this I will be eternally grateful.
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What Fruit are you? Spark is the size of an eggplant (approx. 9-14 inches)
Due date: June 12, 2015
How far along: 26 weeks, 1 day
Gender: Girl!
Maternity clothes: I'm pretty much wearing maternity clothes exclusively.
Sleep: Lately I have been sleeping great. I'm savoring this because I know this likely won't last long as I head into my third trimester.
Food cravings: Milk. I seriously can't get enough.
Symptoms: Minor back and pelvis pain, having to stop and catch my breath
Movement: Sarah Parker has been very active lately
Labor signs: None!
What I miss: I still miss being able to eat any kind of cheese I want
What I'm loving: Looking at little girl clothes and getting nursery ideas
What I'm looking forward to: Starting to finally be able to put the nursery together!
Best moment this week: Wes surprising me by rearranging/moving our bedroom.
