26 May 2009

loving the unexpected

hubby and i were talking the other day that we have been around pregnant women, we have been amazed by the miracle, we have "understood" the 10 month preggo process...but most surely there is nothing like those thoughts and assumptions when its happening to you.

growingbaby2

i expected the nesting phase, the growing of a bump days, the search for the baby gear, the anticipation of the newborn days...but i didn't expect the internal growth...the stretching of my heart right along with stretching in my belly, the change of my thoughts, the consumption of my soul of this little being still not fully created. i am enamored by the process...the parts i didn't expect. completely enamored. and completely in love with this little one and somehow even more with this little one's daddy.

bellyofsunshine

the dreams we have for this child, the prayers we flood God's ears with, the thoughts that constantly ramble through our heads...nothing can prepare you for this. its still a gift i am enjoying, but so baffled to be experiencing.

{ pics taken at 17 wks 3 days...speaking of days...in just a few we will find out little miss or mister...looks like most of you are thinking little miss...we shall see! more anxious to hear "healthy"! than its a __... }

5 comments:

Shilo said...

Isn't it amazing? I'm so happy for you!

Aminta said...

Oh so beautiful.
Seriously..... those pictures were amazing. I am thrilled for you.
Your words are quite eloquent. You speak your heart so very well, and draw us in easily.
Here's to (holding my coffee up) you, your hubby, and that new found adorance.
Hugs,
Minta

daniella said...

I started tearing at the sight of these photos. What a beautiful journey and gift from God!

I'll be praying for a healthy baby (girl?) and peace and continual safety for the gorgeous redheaded mama. Oh, you know redheads have a special place in my heart! :-)

Cottage Mommy said...

LOVE these pictures of you...so gorgeous! What a pretty mamma you make!

jenny said...

that shirt is divine!