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How Are You Feeling?

Everyone: "how are you feeling?"
Me: "fat & tired"

In all reality, I've gained 30 lbs so far
and they expect me to gain 5 more.

I haven't been this exhausted in awhile:


indigestion. sore ribs. shortness of breath. sore feet. sore back.
you'd think I do more than sit at a desk all day with those symptoms.
or you might think that's exactly what I do.
but granted, I am carrying a 5+ pound child - in my stomach.

And I think I have everything I need for the said princess (?!)
Well, everything that can't wait until she comes {there is always more I could want/need}
So here comes the waiting period

35 weeks is definitely the point where you hit the wall.
It's where I hit the wall & just want-to-be-done

Mr Smith still wants attention and deserves all I can muster.
But we also still need to finish our taxes. whyyyy is everything so hard to do.
Mr Smith just wants to snuggle and that's waaay more inviting.

Sorry I'm still whining and not telling you anything inspirational.
Children are a gift. I'm soooo excited to meet this angel.
But we do have to work hard for great things.



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  1. I can relate. Eli was a week late. I thought it would never end. The doctor told me a few weeks ago that women usually--not always, but usually--follow patterns and to expect this and future babies to be late also! Great. haha. But even though you might not be feeling wonderful, you look fantastic! That's always a good thing. :)

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  2. haha! I didn't realize this computer was signed into Jet's email address. This is Megan. He would probably die if he saw this and I didn't clarify.

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    1. LOL I figured as much. Awesome. Eric loves when I comment as him on fb. And thanks! I will just take your word for it cause I don't think I look fantastic, but it's funny how you begin to care less & less about that. My mind is elsewhere, basically tapping toes. I can't believe you're going through this again! props to you. I hope you're feeling well. I wish we lived closer!

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