Over the last few weeks I have really started to feel BW moving and shaking. I still feel his little kick and jabs but now I am feeling his actual body moving. I can feel his hard body occasionally and then feel him move. That is such an amazing feeling and I must admit I don’t know if I will ever get used to the feeling. I love to feel him moving around. It is hard to believe that it is already the middle of August. This journey has seemed to fly by; I can’t believe that I am nearing the end of the second trimester! I have been feeling great. So far, the heat has not seemed to bother me much. The worst thing is that it is hard to get out and walk when it is still so hot in the evenings. Jeremy and I celebrated our 4th wedding anniversary this last week on August 5. We went to dinner and then I was tired, so we just came home. It was nice to share a special day with a special man. He made me pancakes for breakfast which was a very nice surprise!! On Saturday, August 7, Jeremy and I woke up and headed out to the Konza Prairie and went on a 4.5 mile hike through the prairie. It was a perfect morning and I was so glad we did it. It was breath-taking and peaceful out there and it was a great couples outing for us. I saw a chameleon for the first time and screamed so loud I am sure people could hear for a mile! I am so thankful for my health and for the support of my husband, family, and friends. This has been a great first pregnancy experience and I am trying to enjoy everyday of this miracle that God has given us.
We are still on the bedding search after the recall and at this point I am not sure if there will be bedding at all. I feel like I have looked at every website out there. I may look at a fabric store this coming weekend, let’s pray we have some luck!
Jeremy is heading to St. Louis for a boys’ weekend. They will ride the train from KC to St. Louis Friday, August 13, leaving at 7am. They will return Saturday afternoon. I am heading to Halstead for the annual Old Settlers Days. I am looking forward to seeing family and friends.
I am not the only one who is growing. BW is growing too! He is now 14.5 inches and weighing in at about 2 pounds, about the size of a head of cauliflower! He is sleeping and waking at regular intervals now. He is also blinking now and although I have not felt it he may be getting the hiccups occasionally. His lungs are still immature but are developing at a good pace. More and more brain tissues are developing and his brain is very active now. I get more and more excited to meet him every day. I am starting to wonder just exactly what he will look like. I can’t wait!!
We have a lot of exciting things coming up in the next few weeks. Our 28 week doctors appointment next week, Wednesday, August 18. This is the appointment where I have to have a glucose test. Our furniture get delivered on Wednesday August, 25. Also, on August 29, we have our first baby shower with family and friends from Halstead. I am so excited!! First KSU football game is September 4 and it will be a hot one for sure!! I have decided I am not going to complain about it – it’s KSU football and it’s gonna be a good year!!
Well thanks for following along this journey with us. Please continue to keep us in your thoughts and prayers and we will continue to think of you all too! We are so thankful for you and your support! Look back in a few weeks for more updates.
