24 weeks

I am 24 weeks now. Time is whizzing by. I can't believe it is already February.

Pregnancy is... different, amazing but different. Maybe I am a wimp, but it's TOUGH WORK growing a baby! My back hurts, my belly is sore, I can't sleep, I have a few new numb spots to add to the collection, my ribs hurt, I pee once every hour and stretch marks have popped. I know, I know all you mommys out there are thinking, "You think this is tough, just wait until they come out!" Just let a girl vent a little bit.

Thinking about all the things that come along with the baby, Brady and I get extremely overwhelmed. Not only physically but also parental-ly (not a word? just made it one). But some wonderful insight was provided to me this past week from a new friend. We were talking about labor, she was sharing her experiences. (women LOVE talking about this stuff- I've learned) I told her how nervous I am about the whole labor thing because I have never been to the hospital for any reason concerning myself- no stitches, no broken bones, nada, zip. She advised me not to be nervous because labor is progressive. It's not like you are slapped in the face with all of this pain at once, it comes progressively and that's what allows women to survive, and sometimes even enjoy, labor. It was so nice to hear it put in that way. I really feel like the entire pregnancy, and life itself, is that way. I was able to let out a big sigh after that. I try to be positive but I can't help it, I was born a pessimist. That is why I married an optimist. Another thing to be grateful for. Okay I'll step down off my soap box now.

Baby Boy Harker is growing and moving like crazy. Let's just say he is his father's son, he can't sit still and he loves having my attention at all times. He has a schedule already! He sleeps during day light and is usually kicking me to sleep and kicking me awake. We will have to fix that as soon as we can.

We love him so much already and can't wait to meet him in person. Brady loves putting his ear on my belly and listen to him squish around and feel his karate kicks. I could sit and watch the little twitches on my belly all day.

I might complain but honestly, I could not be happier at this time in our life. My husband is so loving and caring. He makes me beam with happiness. I could not go through any of this without him by my side. I am trying to enjoy every moment in this pregnancy, not taking anything for granted.

This post was a long one... I guess I had more to say than I thought.