Well, this post isn't actually about counting each and every one of my blessings, just to tell you about some of the ones I've really been enjoying lately.
I have been trying and trying to coordinate this baby kicking and Reed being home and patient enough to wait for her to kick, so that he could feel her. I don't know why, but it's very important to me. :) So, last night was the prime opportunity and Reed felt a little poke out of the side of my tummy. He got so excited - it made me happy and made all the work and planning worth it. (I had to eat a few sugary things to get her going, it was a small sacrifice, ;) but I felt it was a good investment toward daddy/daughter bonding.)
Other things I've been grateful for this week: cleaning one room a day! When two people clean/do something for the house every night, especially two people who also work full time jobs and aren't often home to make it messy, the house stays incredibly clean and makes everything so much happier and especially makes the people living in it happier. I love having a clean house. I'm feeling much more optimistic about getting everything arranged and ready for the baby's room.
I'm grateful for a husband who is willing to work so hard, for a man who takes his responsibilities so seriously. I knew the question was coming, but when Reed said to me last night as we talked about our baby coming "Do you ever feel scared?" it made me love him even more. I felt from him the commitment that he has for this baby, in taking care of her and providing for her needs. What a sweet, sweet man! I have also appreciated the work he has put into cleaning and caring for our house. It makes it a lot easier on me.
I'm grateful for the blessing of family - grateful for kind words, caring phone calls, generous giving and loaning of things that help me to worry less. :) Thank you to all for the blessing that you are in my life!
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You're welcome! Oh, wait. I haven't done anything.
I didn't realize when I called earlier I was possibly about to throw off all of your timing to get Reed to feel the baby kicking. I'm glad it worked out anyway!
How wonderful to be able to recognize all of those blessings!
Brett always thought I was a little weird when I would try to get him to feel the baby. I think he secretly liked it...:^>
Those Bishop boys are real gems! Good to see you being grateful. We all need to. I think gratitude is the key to happiness.
I really enjoyed hearing about all of the things you are grateful for. I am grateful too, for both you, and Reed. I think you'll do well together and will be wonderful parents as you grow together. What a great experience you have ahead of you!! I love you both. Mom
What a beautiful post! You guys sound like a perfect match. Yay for sweet husbands!! The Bishop Bunch...we're a lucky group of ladies aren't we!! By the way, I wish I could feel your baby move too :) It's the coolest thing ever, right? Hang in there and have fun! Love you guys!!!
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