Tonight, when Michael and I went to check the mail we were surprised with a card from a friend in Memphis that included a Target gift card. While this is exciting in and of itself, there is so much more. Michael and I have been so overwhelmed by the kindness and generosity of all the people in our lives. We have everything we could possibly need for Cameron, including about 6 months worth of diapers. We have gone through his room several times and there is not one thing we need before he is born. We also have many extra fun things that are just nice to have. The most amazing thing about this is that Michael and I didn’t buy any of it. It is all the result of gifts. To be honest, we are completely overwhelmed by this generosity. We are SO GRATEFUL for all of the wonderful people in our lives (family, friends, and church family) that have thought of us and are celebrating with us. I just wanted to share this in order to thank each and every one of you again and to praise the Lord for blessing us, not just with all the material things that Cameron needs but with wonderful people who love us and celebrate with us. THANK YOU!!!
Waiting is so hard… October 24, 2008
I hope everyone has been enjoying the pictures Michael has been putting up. He is very determined for us to become “Texans” and according to him that means wearing cowboy boots and hats. We have had several fun shopping trips in which we try these on, however we have quickly learned that they are not for us. We look and feel ridiculous. But it’s a lot of fun.
We’re anxiously awaiting Cameron’s arrival. I can honestly say now, that these last few weeks are the hardest. Not only does this discomfort just continue to grow and grow, I am just so ready to hold my little boy. Michael and I talk just about everyday about how we can’t wait to hug and kiss him. Which always leads to us “arguing” over who gets to hug and kiss him first 
. Each day seems to go by so slowly as I try to pay close attention to my body to see if I feel any hint of contractions. Some good news is that I have started to experience a few contractions. I say it’s good news because they are still very mild and tolerable and just serve to remind me that there is progress. I’m sure once they are here for real I won’t be calling them “good news”.
Michael has a wordpress application on his iPhone so I’m sure we’ll update whenever the BIG DAY is finally here! Until then, we’ll be waiting…
It’s almost over! October 11, 2008
First and foremost I am going to offer an apology to all friends and family that read this for not being consistent. The wireless internet that we use is not always reliable. It is also the reason why there are not pictures. Our connection is very weak and every time I try and upload pictures I lose my connection. It’s very frustrating. It makes me sad though because I was really depending on this blog being the way that I was going to post pictures weekly if not daily so all of our family and friends could watch Cameron grow. Right now I’m praying for a miracle in our internet situation.
Now for what we have been up to. I grow and grow every day. I officially have the pregnant “waddle”. Up to this point I only waddled when my feet were really tired. Now I do all of the time. Another new one is swelling in my hands and feet. I went to the doctor on Wednesday and she again made the comment that Cameron feels really big. She has scheduled an ultrasound for Wednesday the 15th (my Wonderful Husband’s birthday!) so she can get a better estimate of his size and weight. She said that if he is too big he will likely have to come early. I don’t really know how I feel about this. I’m ready for him to be here because I’m uncomfortable and I’m just so ready to meet him. However, Michael and I feel very strongly about letting him come when and only when HE is ready. I do realize though that my doctor will only induce if it is in Cameron’s best interest. We’ll just have to wait until Wednesday and see what she says.
Today we went and did our hospital tour. We were able to see the labor and delivery rooms and go over what we need to do when the BIG DAY comes. We also had to go ahead and watch the epidural video. That’s an awfully big needle that they put in your back. However, watching it did not change my mind one bit, I want that thing ASAP!!!!! I am such a wimp and have a very low pain tolerance, I just know that epidural is going to be my best friend.
Let’s see what else….I think that’s about all that’s been going on with us. Like I said earlier Wednesday is Michael’s 26th birthday! We don’t really have plans yet, I’m waiting on him to get back to me on what he wants to do. Please make sure and give him a call or send him a message making him feel special!
We miss each and every one of you in Memphis and in Louisville (and everywhere else scattered around the country). Thank you all for your love and friendship.
