We have increased our doctor's appointments to twice per week because I am having contractions (but my cervix is normal.) It was so assuring to have the nurse walk in during our non-stress test (NST) and without much glance, was able to determine: "oh wow, Rylee is healthy and happy". Her heartbeat and movement are great and my health report was so positive. I still haven't gained any weight, and while my doc worries, I am not complaining! With all of these appointments, I feel thankful for insurance (it is SO expensive!!), supportive doctors who listen, an incredible husband, friends, family and God's grace to allow me to handle hours of poking, prodding and the abandonment of my modest imposition! :)
This is the first week since moving to Seattle that I have a sense of "settling in" to my life here. It was a comfortable peace--a gift I had not realized I needed. It was a piece of the puzzle that came together and Rylee will benefit from the blessing.
With Japan's tragedy consuming the news, I wonder how to pray. Do I pray that the Lord doesn't come back until after Rylee's born? I secretly have...Do I pray that God never bring a catastrophe like that again and that all of the people get their "stuff" back? I can make it really complicated and then I remember the Lord's reminder in 2 Corinthians that when I don't have the words, god is perfect to rescue you me in my weakness...to rescue all of us in our time of need. Thank you God that I can pray for Japan and you know the needs; that I can pray for my daughter and you already have this new family in your hands. Continue to bring to my mind a love for others and time set apart to bring them before you in trust that you answer prayer.
I cannot wait for Rylee to come. My friends from work are having a shower for me this Saturday and the church next Sunday...we are SO blessed!! Scott is so cute...he is busy-bodied nester around the house most nights. I will post pics of the shower soon...until then...
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