A long time....

It's been so long since I've been able to blog. Life is so busy now. But thanks to my sister, I am now the proud owner of an iPod touch. I hope this will help me find time to blog more...there will be more to come soon. I plan on posting the story of Emily's homebirth next.

kristina

The Final Countdown

What a busy month December was! I had such a wonderful Christmas. I got to see our family and friends, which was wonderful to see everyone. Madison was here for a week and got to spend Christmas eve with us. Aiden loves her so much. He follows her around and admires everything she does. I love to sit and watch them interact together. Dylan also came to visit which was awesome. He doesn't care for Aiden to much. He thinks Aiden is too loud.  Aiden enjoyed opening presents but only for the bows. He didn't care what was inside. I read the true meaning of Christmas to Madison and Aiden and told them (although Aiden wasn't paying much attention) how important Christmas was and that it was not about presents but about Jesus' birthday. It's so important to both Derek and I that they know Jesus as their Savior.

Jesus said, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these." (Matthew 19:14)

I am getting so close to meeting Emily. I am in my final month and I was 38 weeks with Aiden. She is so big I don't think so is going to make it to 40 weeks either. I'm pretty sure my belly can't grow any bigger. I feel her feet in my ribs and walking makes me pant. I'm glad Derek has been home to help chase Aiden with me. I have baby gates everywhere just because he's so much faster than I am now.. It's hard to nest chasing a 14 month old and being 35 weeks pregnant. I just feel blessed that I still can chase him around. I have enough energy to do basic daily chores and play with Aiden. God always provides me with enough of whatever it is that I need.

I feel like I am growing as a person too (not just physically). I am trying learn to make sure that I make time for God each and everyday to not only pray but to have a relationship with Him again. It's so important to have a quiet time with Him each and everyday. Sometimes that's hard for me to keep. Between chores, taking care of Aiden, and just plain being tired, I feel like I barely have time for myself and that's selfish of me. I need to always make time to talk to God and study His Word. I need to keep growing in Christ. Just like with any relationship, I need to keep working on it. Communication is important in any relationship.

I don't know how much I'll be blogging with Emily coming in just a few short weeks, but whenever God decides her birthday will be, I will make sure that I post a few pics. I'm going to be spending these next few weeks organizing and gathering the necessary items for our home birth. Aiden was born at our home as well so I'm not as nervous this time around. I know there is pain..some major pain, but having the freedom to do as I please while I labor and being in my home is worth it. Please pray for us to have safe and easy delivery.

"May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. (Romans 15:13)