Finally a new post in a new year

IM finding that blogging is the way that friends with young children keep up with each other. Most of us are cramming our few precious free moments into times of the day that make phone calls almost impossible. And honestly if i find myself with a quiet moment......well i just want to sit down and put my feet up. It never lasts long enough to call a friend, or even eat some ice cream. So im glad alot of blog alot and i can follow along and feel like im part of your life, or least know what is going on.

We are waiting for the baby to come. Sure feels like it could happen any time now. My parents are coming up tonight. God love them. It will be a relief to not have to wonder anymore about what to do if i have middle of the night labor. Although several of you have so graciously told me that you would be there for us anytime....and for that we are thankful. Its nice to know you have friends. And im finding i have some really good ones. Also my sister comes in next friday with the two nieces so that should be wild. With family arriving and friends on call....well the hubby and I are able to relax a bit now.

I spent last evening with three wonderful women having dinner and good old girl talk. It was such a nice treat. I dont take it for granted any more like i did in my 20somethings when it was an everyday things. I love these women....respect these women....and feel a connection to them, and their lives even though i dont see them often enough. I think its the understanding of where they are in their lives.....our common threads...and watching how strong and amazing they can be under such chaotic conditions. It makes me want to complain less.....but also makes me realize its ok to need help sometimes.....and to feel overwhelmed.....and to wonder if you are up to the task of your daily life. Its also nice to feel like their are women out there who arent all that different from me......that maybe get me. At the very least they know what its like to feel like no matter how much you do or how hard you try some days it sure doesnt feel like enough.....and other days it sure feels like maybe you ARE doing alright. Maybe i AM that strong warrior woman who will take her family on her shoulders and carry them into the next day.


All this on the eve of bringing another life into our family...our little world. Im excited, scared, anxious, and elated. Everything at once. I want this experience to be everything it can be......a celebration....an event....a spiritual experience. Its all those things. Very few things in life are as pure and primal as giving birth. Our connection to God is never more clear or apparent as when your natural body and your spiritual body are working together like they do when your pushing life into the world. Its amazing.......

We will keep you all updated.
Thanks Melinda for putting last night together.
Thanks Lara for the Lasagna.
Thank you Maria and Rachel.
Thanks to you all.