Thursday, June 21, 2012

little babe ((37 weeks))


Well---fast forward TEN weeks and here I am!! FULL TERM!!   I've wrestled for a while about posting pictures of my verrrrry pregnant self on my blog. It's a self confidence thing.  I'm very hard on myself and I'd be lying if I told you I was happy with my appearance these days.   I recently started the #shereadstruth bible study I've seen on instagram and twitter. I'm way behind the rest of the gals, but this week focused on toxic thoughts and combating them with TRUTH. Isn't it crazy how if the Lord is trying to teach you a lesson he figures out a way to put it RIGHT IN YO FACE?! ;)



My own toxic thoughts of embarrassment over my changing body were preventing me from celebrating the LIFE blooming inside me. So by posting these pictures I'm trying to  show  that these thoughts CANNOT and WILL NOT keep me captive.  The TRUTH is that I should wage war on these thoughts and fight them with  continuous prayer.

"Pray in the Spirit on ALL OCCASIONS with all kinds of prayers and requests."  Ephesians 6:8

  I have a dozen pregnancy pictures of myself with Lilly and THREE for him.  This little baby that is about to enter this world deserves a confident and radiant mother who lives in the TRUTH.




((week 37 highs. lows. and woahs))

HIGH!! I'm done with school now and am thoroughly enjoying my moments and days with Lilly. She is such a LIGHT to me. We've slowly begun to get down all the baby essentials from the attic and she is SO EXCITED for her baby brudder that's coming soon. Every night she sings her favorite song (Zaccheus Was a Wee Little Man) to him and kisses my belly.  She has her toys in his bassinet so he has something to play with. Her stuffed Lion currently resides in his swing.  I cannot wait for her to meet him.


LOW: The self images issues discussed above. ;)  and my chicken nugget toes.  I never knew toes could swell!! A July baby will do that do ya...


WOAH: Last Thursday evening I had crazy contractions. Lilly was breech and I never felt a single contraction with her. (crazy, right?) I told several of my friends that I really hoped to have contractions with this little man--they all gave me the one eye look over--and now I know why. HOLY CRAP. Timing my contractions all I could think about was the things we DIDN'T have ready. I was yelling from my bed orders to my husband like a crazy woman. "Get the car seat out of the attic!! Throw his newborn clothes in the wash! Do you have time to run to the store and get dreft? Do I have time to shave??!?!?!?!" Yea--I was nuts.  The contractions lasted several hours and slowed down so I calmed down  * a little*.  Up until Thursday, I thought we had a least a few more weeks before Baby Watch 2K12 needed to begin. Guess I was wrong---let the excitement begin. WOOOAAAAH.



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11 comments:

  1. AllisonJune 21, 2012 at 12:57 PM

    you look gorgeous!! Can't wait to see pictures of your little man :)

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    1. laura@LillypieAccessoriesJune 22, 2012 at 4:55 AM

      Thanks friend!!! I'm Hopi g we can get together once your little one arrives!! Coffee newborns and cra cra toddlers??? ;)

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  2. Libby's LifeJune 21, 2012 at 1:29 PM

    I think you look amazingly gorgeous!! :) I am 20 weeks pregnant (with #2) and I totally feel the same way about my body image... it's so hard to love yourself when everything is stretched & getting bigger and bigger! I love your shorts, I just got them myself! And you have to tell me what color is on your nails because I need it!!

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    1. laura@LillypieAccessoriesJune 22, 2012 at 4:57 AM

      I also feel foolish complaining..... No win . :). Yes, lovvvvving the shorts!! They are on sale right now and I really want to get more bc I know I'll be in in maternity shorts for the whole summer.....bad to buy more at 37 weeks?? Hehe. The nail color is mint candy apple from Essie. ;) hang in there!!!

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  3. Southern Belle MamaJune 21, 2012 at 4:53 PM

    Yay for being full term (that's my goal with this pregnancy since the other two were early)! You look absolutely radiant; pregnancy agrees with you, hair and all.

    Also, where are you getting these marshmallow shakes? Sounds like my next craving in the making!

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    1. laura@LillypieAccessoriesJune 22, 2012 at 4:59 AM

      Dairy queen or steak and shake...... Although I think steak and shake is only a Midwest thing......maybe???? Also...I used to get them at sonic with my first pregnancy.. :) I MIGHT be obsessed.

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  4. angiewJune 21, 2012 at 10:14 PM

    You look beautiful, congratulations! BTW, I just got home tonite and received my adorable spring necklace! I shrieked out of joy and startled my husband. LOVE it!

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    1. laura@LillypieAccessoriesJune 22, 2012 at 5:00 AM

      So happy you love it!!!!!! Thanks for supporting my business!! :)

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  5. Jessica @ jessicaNdesignsJune 22, 2012 at 5:30 AM

    I loved this post! And no lie, you look adorable. But I know what you mean, I always felt the same when I was prego....but I always think prego women look adorable and I can't help but feel a little envious, weird right?!

    Wishing you the best friend! Cant wait to meet him!

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  6. Mandy @ This Girl's LifeJune 22, 2012 at 5:49 AM

    To echo the others, I think you look great! Pregnancy is such a beautiful thing, but I know it is hard toward the end to feel good about yourself. I had twins the first time around so I remember how those last few weeks felt. :)

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  7. annahanthornJune 22, 2012 at 8:09 AM

    You are a radiant and beautiful mama, Laura. I love how you are so honest about some of the thoughts we all struggle with. Sometimes- just giving them light, lightens the load. Good for you. The TRUTH is such a healer and comfort to me too. Enjoy these last days of your blessing!!! XOXO- Anna

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