I'm now 23 weeks pregnant and realizing how quickly this little boy is going to be out of my belly and in my waiting arms. With that thought comes the realization that I better get moving on preparing for his sweet arrival. So. . .
My brain has been consumed with all things baby! I have done a self diagnosis and seem to have come down with a case of mommy madness. Seriously - I don't think there is a baby website, book, or magazine I haven't looked at. I have browsed through cribs, changing tables, strollers, carseats, and bedding, like there is no tomorrow. Funny thing is, I still haven't made a single decision on anything we want/need. I tend to be pretty picky and particular about what I want, and on top of that, I find myself thinking, "What if I find something better?" Which brings me to the next issue: the naming of this child. What a huge responsibility! Brett and I go in circle after circle discussing names and seem to get no closer to making a decision. Good thing we have a few months left, right?
I remember being like this when Brett and I were engaged. I'm such a planner and organizer and like to be totally prepared ahead of time - so much so that I end up STRESSING myself OUT! It's absolutely ridiculous.
Earlier today, my mom posted on my sister's CaringBridge website about having all her "ducks in a row." She wrote the following: "I really like to have all my ducks in a row. I like to have a plan and be able to stick to the plan. I recognize that God is showing me that maybe HE wants my ducks in a circle. . . or maybe HE doesn't even want me to know where my ducks are. . . OR maybe it doesn't even MATTER where my ducks are!! What a thought! "
This was a great reminder to me. I would love to have all my "ducks in a row" way before our little guy gets here so I can feel like a super prepared and organized mommy. But all in all, does it really matter? We are SO BLESSED and SO THANKFUL for this baby and shouldn't that be my focus? Thank you, Mom - for passing on your somewhat crazy, obsessive, organizational trait. But more so, for reminding me that sometimes "it doesn't even matter where my ducks are."
Oh and why not add a recent baby bump picture. Here I am at 23 weeks -
4 comments:
i love your baby bump. you have cute maternity clothes too.
I was always so excited to name a child until I actually had to do it. Kylan wasn't too bad, but Mya was horrible. We talked about it once after we found out she was a girl, couldn't agree, and didn't really discuss it again until two days before she was born when my doctor told me she was coming that weekend (he was right). Mya was the only thing we could really agree on, I came across it that day and we said Mya it is. I think they should come out with their name on their forehead, then you don't have to worry about it, it's already decided!
Hi Kari! You have one cute baby bumb. I have enjoyed reading your blog and seeing what stages of pregnancy I will soon be facing :). Speaking of stages, where did you find your maternity clothes? That seems to be the next step in my journey, and I can't really put it off much longer. You always look so adorable in your outfits.
oh Kari...how I miss you and your crazy organizing ways! Love your baby bump! I've been thinking about you a lot and I think Sterling and I will have to make a trip down to see you sometime sooner than later :)
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