41 Weeks ... And Counting

Well, another week gone ... not too big of a deal if you don't take into account that Baby Liby still isn't here ... who knew that (s)he would take this long to come!! We had a doctor's appointment yesterday, and since Baby Liby is overdue, they did an ultrasound to make sure that there is still enough fluid for baby ... no worries -- there is ... and to make sure that Baby is moving around still -- (s)he was! My blood pressure is staying consistent, even though it is still a bit high, but not concerning, and my swelling in my feet is pretty much gone -- yeah! If Baby still hasn't made his/her appearance, then we go in on Tuesday for another appointment, and a NST (Non-Stress Test). At this appointment, they will also set a date to induce. Baby Liby must be cozy!!

We are really praying that Baby Liby will come without induction, as God has already ordained the time of his/her first breath. Please pray that my body will start labor on its own, and that we all will be safe. No lie, it is a bit scary facing labor -- especially for the first time! I get super nervous just trying to prepare for what to expect! Then I remember all of the verses that God has given me, and I begin to calm down ... ahhh ...

Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, in prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God and the peace of God, which transcends all understanding will guard your hearts and minds in Christ

or

I can do all thing through Christ who gives me strength ...

to just name a few that swirl through my head.

I really thought that we might be facing the real deal on Wednesday when I woke up at 4:00 a.m. feeling not so good and crampy. However, it turned out not to be the real deal, and here I sit -- still pregnant! :)

In other news, I finished working on Wednesday, too -- what a blessing. It is awesome being able to relax at home, get some things done, etc.

On an even better note ... the Master Bedroom is done! Finished! Fabulous! Again, my husband did fabulous work, and I am amazed at his skills. We finished it last week, with great and much assistance from Grammy Rose -- wow! It looks so beautiful -- and it feels soooo good to be sleeping in the Master Bedroom for the first time! We still are adding some decorations, but the actual work is over.

You know what that means, don't you?! That means that the Matursery Project is actually done -- and all before Baby Liby appeared! How exciting. A special thank you goes out to the people who helped us get here ... Grammy Rose, Grampy Fred, Grandma Marci, Auntie Anne, Uncle Jeffie, Uncle Micah, Trevor Landon, Mike Huber, Cooper ... and anyone else that I cannot think of off of the top of my head. We so appreciate the support, both physically and verbally! Thank you!

And, to my husband: Tim, you are amazing! I love to see your visions fulfilled. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for all of your hard work and for hanging in there even when I was ready to throw in the hammer. I love you, and Baby Liby is lucky to have you as Daddy.

Well, that is all for now from this side of the due date ... keep checking back -- you never know when a picture of Baby Liby will appear!

Love,
Katie