Mr. Euan |
As I sit here looking my sleeping little boy I feel so very very blessed. My blog is titled Imperfectly Pregnant. I am no longer pregnant and will never be again. It is time for me to wrap up this blog. That isn't to say I will never write again, I have really enjoyed it and found it therapeutic. Another time maybe and of course under a different title. Thank you to everyone who have read my thoughts, supported and prayed for me along the way. I have many thoughts running through my head so please let me attempt to organize them into something presentable.
"It takes a village to raise a child." I'd heard the quote before and never really thought about it. Now, I couldn't agree more. Euan (and myself) had help from week 4 and it has taken so many to make the pregnancy successful. I am so grateful that I have love and support all around me.
Pregnancy. It has been one of the most, if not the most, difficult things I have ever done. I have learned so much from the experiences of this pregnancy from respect, understanding, compassion, patience and a deep appreciation for my body. For months I felt tied down (literally and figuratively) to a backpack and a PICC line. Once I get the green light to exercise I feel compelled to run or bike or do something physically active. This has never appealed to me before and yet I feel like I have put my body through the ringer for the past few years and it continues to be good to me, I need to be good to it. It's the only one I have.
Excitement. To know I never have to be pregnant again is really exciting. It is a huge relief. I feel like I can move forward and focus on being a mom, wife, friend, and just be me, not some sad version of myself walking around like a zombie who has been hit by a semi.
My health update. I am working on increasing my energy and appetite. I haven't been as hungry or excited about food as I had thought or hoped. I think it will just take some time. The vomiting and nausea are totally gone. My blood pressure has its moments but I am hoping it will resolve soon. My arm is healing from where my PICC line lived, I also thought this would heal quicker but we are making good progress.
Ms. Fiona |
The loves of my life. Ryan. I couldn't ask for a better partner in life. He is phenomenal. I'd try to explain it better, but if you know him, you know what I mean. I also need to thank him for giving me two beautiful children. Fiona (aka Fioney Bear or The Bear). The only little girl I will ever have. She is full of joy and happiness and makes my heart melt. Euan (aka Mr. Euan or The Muffin Man). The little boy I am getting to know. Learning his squeaks and sneaking a peak at those dimples every once in a while. My kids.....just thinking of them makes me cry.
I can't have a final post without a final thank you to those closest to me who have been there to help, hug, love and do anything else that I've needed since October. Euan and I wouldn't be here without you, I truly believe that and I will be eternally grateful.
My Family |