The Real Meaning Of Christmas

I saw this video today and I guess the pregnancy hormones got the best of me. I couldn't stop crying. I will never fully comprehend the emotions, the faith, the responsibility, and the hardship Mary must have felt to bring Christ into this world. This Christmas especially, I am cherishing the fact that I am rounder than ever, completely exhausted, but yet so blessed to bring a baby boy into this world and to be a mother.
I just pray I can teach him to understand what Christmas is really about, as does this child telling of Christ's birth understands it.

Merry Christmas Everyone

Oh Baby We're Gettin' Close!

Well since baby is going to be here in 3-5 weeks I thought I'd do a classic "pregnancy post" as to not disappoint anyone. Here I am about to burst it seems at 35 weeks! However, I'm feeling great, nothing to complain about, no swollen limbs, achy back, leg cramps etc so far, but I guess I may have a couple weeks before all that comes. ? The "extra baggage" in the front is getting a little old I must say, and I find myself fantasizing about doing hundreds of crunches and other such things. :) BUT, I'm focusing on the positive and this is what I do like about pregnancy I've decided.

1. Maternity Pants, now, they aren't so bad. I don't have to worry about forgetting to zip my zipper up after going to the bathroom. It's awesome. I seemed to have done that frequently before I was pregnant:(

2. I've become even more health conscious. It's not that I ate unhealthy before, but being pregnant I've really tried to watch what I'm eating, how much, etc.. After all, I'm eating for a little guy too! It's become a good habit and hopefully one I can keep at!

3. The "expectant mother" parking spot at the local grocery store. Thought it was the dumbest thing before I was pregnant, now I'm thinking, hmmmmm, not such a bad idea. I just used it the other day at a packed full parking lot. I was in no mood to shop which isn't uncommon. I hate shopping. Even though I'm perfectly capable of walking from the back of the lot, it was rather convenient and I was okay with it.

4. Feeling him move. He's been moving lots and lots lately and I love it. I couldn't feel him move until I was almost 24 weeks, not sure why, and it always worried me. Now I'm worried he is going to kick right through me sometimes! He likes to jab his foot at my ribs as of late, but I'm grateful to know he is okay in there:)