37 weeks...

Well I have passed the 37 week mark, which means Aubrey is considered full-term, which we are all very thankful for.  But truly, at this point, thanks to my last appointment and the constant comments from coworkers and friends about the likelihood of an early delivery, my hopes got a little higher than they probably should have and I am surprised, and honestly a little disappointed, to be headed into another work week.  But after a bad attitude kind of day, rather than griping and complaining about the things I can't control, I decided I need to focus a little on all the blessings in my life, here at the 37 week mark.

 A husband who has worked endlessly, keeping our house in order, checking off my endless to do list, and even taking me on a last few date nights before Aubrey is born.  I have a healthy 3 year old daughter, who loves me endlessly, has a brilliant mind, and always has plenty to share about herself, her friends, and life in general.  We are surrounded by grandparents on both sides that are endlessly supportive, and there when we need them, and Bella has several aunts and uncles who take the time to watch her for a day, or come cheer her on at gymnastics.  We truly are blessed!

We also have a great group of friends--a few of which recently threw a little diaper sprinkle for Aubrey and I at my favorite breakfast spot, Wild Eggs!  While not everyone could make it thanks to a handful of different viruses effecting both kids and adults, we had a good time enjoying each other's company over a rather yummy breakfast!  Thanks ladies for helping us stock up on diapers and wipes, and thank you Jessie for organizing it all, the special diaper cake and baby extras to go with it!

All in all, I am trying to turn my perspective back into the positive one I am typically so good at maintaining.  We all have things we can complain about in life, but truly the blessings out weigh all the other stuff--most definitely!  I am thankful that I have had 37 weeks of pregnancy bliss, and even if I have 3 or 4 more weeks before we all get to meet this little babe, I am determined to make the most of it--with a good attitude each step of the way--so if you see me in a rut, just remind me of this blog post. ;)