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36 weeks! Officially 9 months preggers!

Photo Taken by Daddy, Edited by Mommy
Well what a journey this has been! I would say it doesn't feel like it has been that long, but I would definitely not be telling the truth. LOL. It has been very long, but I am not rushing it. I want him to take the time he needs to be fully developed, strong and ready to go.
Photo Taken by Uncle Roy; edited by Mommy
At this point, I am about 95% prepared for his arrival. I have taken the hospital visit, birthing classes, crib and baby things are up and organized,

bookcase is being constantly filled, interview with pediatricians this week, etc etc. I have to pack my hospital bag, but I am not going to over do it. My main essentials are my wireless speaker because I need some good music bringing life into this world, a candle because I want a nice aroma, and other lady essentials because I don't want to get caught up feeling gross. LOL

 The body is tired! I am still working however; but the body is tired. It is like my mind can continue to push through but my body is saying something differently. I am feeling pains in bones that I have never felt before. Sleep is very difficult at this point. I have a hard time even rolling myself over. Poor fiance, he wakes up constantly through the night just to help me, or ask if I need water or ask if I need help. Wait, not poor him, lol, I take that back!! That's his role in the pregnancy lol. He also arranged for a pregnancy massage for me. Awwwwwww, yes it was definitely needed! However, 1 hour went by so fast. I wanted more and more. 

 At this point I have gained over 50 pounds. And yes, I am not ashamed lol. I am committed to transforming my body post baby. I have already purchased cloth to wrap my body the traditional way postpartum.  Once I set my mind to something, I am pretty committed to following through. So, mission "reshape" my body will be well on it's way. I don't hope to have my figure before baby, I hope to have a new one, one that fits within my new life. No sense of looking backwards...

I have two more weeks of work. I am really hoping the little boy comes in January, after my mom's arrival. And plus, I do not want him to have to compete with Christmas his whole life. lol

 We are getting close to the end. I am becoming more anxious to see his face. I am becoming more anxious to take on this role as his mother. I wonder what God has in store for him? I wonder what his relationship will be like with his father? I wonder how he will view the world? 

 But most of all, I just want him to know that his mother will love him. protect him, guide him, and make sure that I do whatever it takes so he has all he needs. 

 Love you my Bam!

 PS. We invested in a camera, editing software and in-home studio stuff lol. I am committed to being my son's personal photographer (maternity photos next post)
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  1. DwightDecember 9, 2018 at 7:01 PM

    Such a beautiful healthy looking mom you are. And I am so jealous of those silhouette shots!!! Wish we had thought of that!

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  2. UnknownDecember 9, 2018 at 8:14 PM

    I had a talked with you grandson about holding back until grandmother arrival. Love you..thank you daughter for giving me a grandchild. Love the pictures.

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  3. UnknownDecember 9, 2018 at 11:02 PM

    omg...imma fly out there and see him when he come..yes little bam stay in there til January.

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  4. FelicityJanuary 4, 2019 at 5:24 PM

    Thinking of you Raven!! Hope you are feeling well.

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