39 weeks and counting

Today I am 39 weeks and 1 day into my pregnancy. I do not remember a time where my body has felt so unlike my own...so many changes have occurred and will continue to occur. I remember hearing women comment that some love being pregnant while others hate it. I think I fall towards the - I don't like being pregnant crowd, but don't quite hate it. It's a sacrifice I have agreed to take in order to be a mom and Danny a dad. I do believe that having children is a gift and am very excited that I can bare my own children to create a family for Danny and me.

Throughout the pregnancy I always wondered if I will be a good enough mother to my son, if I can provide for him in ways he needs me to, if I can offer opportunities for him to grow and succeed and if I can make him happy yet discipline him to be humble. The only answer I can come up with is...time will tell. I do believe that maternal instincts kick in and will take over, and I will be ready for that. I have no doubt in my mind that Danny will be a wonderful father to our son. It makes me so happy to hear the excitement in his voice when he says "we're gonna be parents" and to see the love in his eyes when he says it to me. I couldn't have asked for a better man to marry. I am grateful and very lucky I have him beside me through this experience. I have faith that we will support each other in raising our son the best we can.

As the days progress and labor and delivery become closer and closer, the more anxious, nervous and excited I become. I will admit, that having Tyler will complete me...my life. I have everything that I have ever wanted in the world... a loving husband, a child and a sound career. I am so filled with happiness that I do not know how to show it or express it, other than thank my lucky stars.

I know the day Tyler is born will be an unforgettable one. It will be filled with so many emotions. My life - our lives will change - and all for the better. I am ready for the change. I look forward to what the future will hold.

Life is good!