Hi Baby Spencer!
As your dad usually introduces himself each time he talks to you through my belly, so I will say, only as your mama, "Hello little baby, this is your mother speaking!" We are oh, so very excited to greet you into this world! I have been having contractions for 12 days now. Some days are harder than others, but as my midwife tells us, they are all good because they are preparing my body for labor. She thinks that indicates I will have a short delivery because my body will just be ready for your arrival and out you will come!
Your daddy is in Arizona right now. It makes me a little nervous to have him gone so close to your due date and with the contractions and all, but he is only 3 hours away from the time he gets a phone call from me, so I'm not too worried. And Mom Spencer came up in his place and has been helping me make final preparations for you.
What have I loved most about pregancy? It is strange to think that it is over now, that the time has actually passed by. In the beginning it seemed like this day would never come, it was so far distant. It was late fall when we found out we were expecting you, and now it is late summer and we are still expecting you - wildly anticipating your delivery day.
I have changed so much during pregnancy, and I"m not just refering to how my body looks! I've been seeing a chiropractor since month 4 who has a wholelistic approach, mind and body connection called German New Medicine, and have found some incredible connections that have allowed my body to progress and heal to a new degree. The reference was given by my midwife because of a pelvic imbalance, but my whole life has been benefited because of you! I never would have started to go to Dr Rodgers had I not been pregnant. I am a different person than I was 9 months ago. I am much more sure of myself, much happier to be where I am at this time in my life, and I am a different parent, too, all in a good and positive way. It is impossible to describe all the subtle changes that have taken place over the past few months and how they have allowed me to be where I am now, so what I can say is that I am profoundly grateful to the Lord for leading me here. He promised me that my children would be the golden key to my future, and I catagorize this experience specifically as such. You truly have helped me unlock this part of my life and allowed me to walk through the door to greater physical ability.
So, things I've loved during pregnancy:
I've had less pain while exercising!
I love watching and feeling you move every day. I love to think about you and think how there is a sacred life growing inside me.
I love preparing for your arrival! It is wonderful to anticipate you as a sweet addition to our family!
I have loved thinking about what life as a family of 3 will be like
I have loved having a bump! (it's been so fun and not even uncomfortable until the past 1.5 weeks)
I have loved feeling the love and joy of so many people! Friends and family have expressed so much of this on your account! They are THRILLED to have you come into all our lives
Well, a contraction woke me up, yet again, but as it is 4 in the morning, I think I'll retire again to bed and see if I can sleep. I love you and can't wait to see you face to face!
