39 Week Baby Belly
I didn’t think I’d get to the feeling ready part of this pregnancy, but I’m definitely there. I love the belly, I don’t love the breathlessness, exhaustion, antisocialness of this stage of pregnancy. I’m content to wait it out at home in the company of my family and maybe odd close friend. I do however still try to take Oria out to the park or for a walk most days still, the weather is nice and she likes the adventure.
I have no reason to believe this baby will be early or even on time for that matter. Judging by my appetite I’m in for delivering a 10 pound baby! I remember not eating much towards the end of my pregnancy with Oria, this time, ferocious appetite. Weird. I’ve gained 30 pounds so I’m happy with that, no new stretch marks that I am spot, I have gotten more stretch marks in life from everyday weight fluctuations, not pregnancy.
Oria has one main concern for this baby once its born. She says “this baby will be cold when it comes out of your belly”. I asked her if she remembered being cold when she was born and she said yes. I’m pretty sure this baby will be warmer than warm with a big sister like Oria around.
Our current weather forecast is totally wrong.
Torrential rain storm just started.
Of course sitting outside covered by a blanket on a covered porch with a coffee is certainly enjoyable.
“The Child Who Was Never Born”
sculptor: Martin Hudáčeka
location: Slovakia
What a lovely sculpture.
And it is in quiet moments, I’m filled with gratitude. This place in my life filled with love, joy and beauty. The gift of fertility. The joy of a child’s laughter and dependence on you.
These special times that will last only a few short years before becoming something else. I will hold on tight to these moments. Family. Nurturing babies, toddlers, children, a husband.
I am grateful to be given this time to be a mom and a wife. My life is filled with lavish gifts that come in the form of support, laughter, love, hugs, kisses, kind words and the most special people.
June 9 - Favourite Quote
“the only people for me are the mad ones, the ones who are mad to live, mad to talk, mad to be saved, desirous of everything at the same time, the ones who never yawn or say a commonplace thing, but burn, burn, burn like fabulous yellow roman candles exploding like spiders across the stars.”
― Jack Kerouac
I saw this on a magnet years ago and bought it for myself. I have a passion for life. I love the passion in this quote. These are the kind of people you surround yourself in life and life will be rich and exciting.
I saw these at the market today. Perhaps next week we can pick up a pair. It would be pretty cool to grow blueberries out on our deck.
A little morning adventure to the Trout Lake Farmers Market. Oria found herself snacking on garden fresh carrots by the bunch and organic strawberries. She seemed to really connect with all the beautiful pink Peonies as well. I’m pretty sure she spent about 10 solid minutes touching, smelling and listening to them. I also spotted the largest succulents I’ve ever seen before.
Lots of colour, freshness and excitement!
Oh The Things You’ll See
On Main Street. This house has quite the window, porch and yard display. Oria liked the pink flamingo sitting in the window. Those legs coming out of the ground are striking.
June 8 - Top 3 Favourite Blogs to Read and Why
1. http://www.elasticpantcity.com/
She’s a local mom, and she inspires me with her fashion, thriftiness and craftiness with her 2 boys.
2. http://joannagoddard.blogspot.ca/?m=1
A Cup Of Jo always has different fun things from around the web to check out, she has a cute family and I love seeing the adventures they get up to in NYC.
A very sweet family living life in NY. I enjoy watching how this gorgeous young mom of two gets up to so much in a day with her littles. Her kids are cute and they are always up for good food and adventure.
