What I Need

I thought that this pregnancy would be old hat. I knew what to expect, I wouldn't have to call the OB at every concern, and having a child in tote would deflect people's comments about raising children. Finding out that there are two little beans in here has changed that. I already have a list started for questions to ask the doctor at my next visit, I have 2 books that my friend/neighbor has let me borrow, and my mind swims with questions about this and that. All of a sudden everything I knew about being a mom has changed!

To get to the point of this entry. More so than ever I feel like I need my family, friends, and network of support. I think God has put this challenge in front of me to help me become more dependent on Him as well as others (I am really bad about asking for help). As part of my support, here are some things I need:

1. Prayer. The most important thing. Prayer for a smooth pregnancy, healthy babies, and a smooth transition for our family. And anything else that comes to mind :)
2. People who build my faith. I need someone to hold me accountable when I become a worry wart. I need someone to snap me out of my concerns and remind me to have faith that the Lord will provide us everything we need and more. If you have something negative, concerning, worrisome, a bad pregnancy/labor/twin experience, or anything that is not going to encourage me or help bring peace, PLEASE just keep the thought to youself. Trust me when I say that if you're thinking it, I've probably thought about it 100x. I don't need others filling my spirit with more worry and concern. I'm sorry if this sounds harsh or mean, but I say this to protect myself, my family, and my two unborn children from addition stress.
3. Just be there. You don't even have to say anything. Just a hug, and email to say hi, or just make me laugh (just beware I may pee if I laugh too hard).
4. Love on Payton. Lord knows that poor girl has not had the best mama lately. I've been tired and the TV has become her BFF. That girl has some changes coming her way, so extra love for her is always welcome.

So keep those prayers going and until next time... xo

Say WHAT?

Back in November Nathan and I found out we were expecting. No big surprise since we were in fact trying to get pregnant. But the surprise that came our way on December 13th sent us into a state of shock...

WE'RE HAVING TWINS!!

Never in my life did I ever imagine we'd conceive twins. NEVER. To my knowledge twins do not run in either family so I figured it would never happen to me. HA! After I recovered from the shock (and the shakes) the reality began to set in. TWINS! Here are the details so far:

• I am due July 15, 2011
• I am currently 9 1/2 weeks along
• We will find out the sex (pending baby cooperation) on February 2nd. On that same day we are having a level II ultrasound to scan for birth defects, etc.
• We do not yet know if they are fraternal or identical
• I am feeling pretty good, but VERY tired!
• We're scared out of our pants, but we know God won't give us anything we can't handle.

I'll do my best to keep up with the blog. I look forward to reflecting on this after the babies are born and I hope you all will enjoy the stories also. Please pray for a healthy and "easy" pregnancy.

And to keep this pregnancy light-hearted and humorous, enjoy a cute video:

Moms of multiples are freaks of nature