Day 31: Thursday Thank-Yous and One Month Down

I can hardly believe that I have already been on bed rest for one month as of today.  The days are long, and some days I feel like I'll go crazy if I lay down for one more minute, but I stay put because I know that's what is best for Baby Boy.  I'm just trying to stay positive and keep moving toward the next milestone in this pregnancy.  One month down, two to go!

One thing I have learned this last month of bed rest is that sometimes I need to slow down.  It helps me appreciate the little things that I take for granted each day (steamy showers, leaving the house at will, picking up B to give him a hug, cooking for my family, taking B to and from school, etc.) .  I've also learned that sometimes it's important to ask for help.  I know I wouldn't be at this point without the help and prayers of others. 

Thank you to everyone who has made this doable, including my husband who has a lot of weight  on his shoulders (literally since the left shoulder is still broken from his snowboarding accident a month ago).  He's been working, studying for his state boards, and filling out job applications while still managing to take care of his family, which hasn't been easy since bed rest makes for less than a normal family routine.  A big thanks to my mother-in-law who has helped with B, allowed me to stay at her house, and made meals.  The cards, the meals, the emails, and the phone calls from friends and family have also been a huge boost and a huge help.  I have been surviving on your prayers and encouragement. I appreciate all of you for being so supportive.  Thank you, thank you, thank you!