Little Factoids about the Present

Factoid #1:  I am 32 weeks pregnant as of today.  There is a 6 day difference between my dates and my doctor's.  I love NFP...I'm right, and I know it.  For the health of the baby I'm going by my dates, but in the next couple of weeks don't judge if I take those extra six days and say I'm a little further than I truly am.

Factoid #2:  I am a little concerned about making it to term this time around.  Maybe it's been the crazy summer, or maybe I'm no good at taking it easy.  Whatever it is, I just have this suspicion that this baby will be here sooner, rather than later.  Hopefully not soon enough to necessitate a stay at the brand new NICU.

Factoid #3: I would love some prayers for my peace of mind (see Factoid #2) and for this sweet baby.  I'm trying, really, really, really trying not to focus on what happened with Felicity.  My, it's hard.  I had 4 amazing, wonderful birth experiences before hers, I should focus on those.  But, when 15 minutes meant life or death (literally), it's hard to get past that.  So that's where I am on that.  Trying not to worry, but failing pretty miserably.

Factoid #4: I think summer is gone.  We had 2-3 days of "hot", and now I'm pretty sure fall is here.  As in, the toddler slept in long sleeves and pants last night.  Even the huge pregnant woman is donning pants and a long sleeved t-shirt today.

Factoid #5: Regardless of Factoid #4, it is still ice cream season.  Ice cream is good for pregnant women, I'm fairly certain there's been research.

Factoid #6:  Nine-year-old girls are a huge help.

And on that note, I should relieve said 9-year-old from her unruly charge.  Hope your Sunday has been restful and full of love! 

Say What? No More Facebook?

 

Maybe it's because my 11-year-old son is almost as tall as me.

Maybe it's because I feel as old as I am this pregnancy.

Maybe it's because every time I turn my camera on the first thing I see is Miss Felicity hooked up to every machine imaginable and I'm reminded about how amazingly precious life is.

Maybe it's because I've seen too many moms blow their kids off as they sit and scroll and stare at their iWhatevers.

Whatever the reason, I've decided to take the plunge and say good-bye to Facebook.  

Yes, I know, Facebook itself isn't bad.  I've reconnected with many good friends from my past and have also connected with new friends.  I enjoy seeing my friends' families, and hearing about how they are doing.  Facebook has been a source of encouragement for me during rough times, and a source of information during times of crisis.  

But here's the thing.  Even when I'm not actually "on" Facebook, it has this way of creeping into my life.  I care about my friends, both past and present (who doesn't, really?), and throughout the day I find myself preoccupied with whatever I was reading on Facebook.  Maybe it's just the way I'm wired, but it seems like I can't get away from it all.  

I truly don't intend to make a dramatic exit.  I did mention this departure simply because I want to make sure I have contact information for some people before I say my farewell.

A lot of good has come from Facebook for a lot of people.  I think, though, at least in my case, more "not good" has come.  I could give myself limits, I could "cull" my list of friends, but in the end I think the best approach is just leaving.  I will miss many things about being connected with so many people, but I have a feeling I will connect closer to those around me and find many things that I've been missing while being so "connected". 

Big Trip Finale

Wow, life has been crazy lately.  Just now getting to the final part of our trip to Philadelphia. 

We crammed a lot in a short amount of time, but I think it's safe to say that the trip was a success!  Many great memories were made, and we are so thankful that our younger crew got a chance to meet a man who has been a huge influence in our lives.  It was also fun seeing the older kids connect with Archbishop on a different level.  Can't wait until next time!