little bil or little tonetski?

May 25, 2007
Current Mood: mellow & loved

Is it a boy or a girl? believe me, I cannot count the number of times I've heard this question from friends, relatives and colleagues. Bil and I are definitely excited to know the answer to this question. Hopefully, this Tuesday, on my pre-natal check-up, through an ultrasound scan, we will know if it's going to be a little bil or little tonski! We are planning to start buying things from the "baby needs checklist". I believe is the best time to accomplish this because at this stage of my pregnancy, I feel pretty good especially during the day! I thank God for all the blessings that come our way. We pray every night for the good health of our baby, for safe pregnancy and delivery. Each night the Lord encourages me in a special way so I can lessen my fears and worries. My special novenas help me to depend more on the will of God. My dependence on Him makes me appreciate things which which I often neglect in the past - a good night sleep, a clean bedsheet, huggable big pillows, good breakfast, fruits and juices, friendly smile, text or forwards from a dear friend, the elevator, light workload, and many more.

getting the balance

May 22, 2007
Current Mood: Reflective

I make sure I feel my days with laughter, giggles and fill my mind with positive thoughts because I know that this effort generates a feeling of well-being and happiness. But honestly, even if I try to keep myself from the negatives, I still find myself feeling down at times. I am becoming too sensitive and can be classified as a crybaby. Fear sets in and it is accompanied by varied emotions and feelings! It's quite hard to keep the balance. I just acknowledge the fact that this is the moment of my life when I find myself needing and wanting a lot of emotional and physical support. The constant reassurances from my husband make me feel secure and happy.

Amidst the negatives, I consider myself lucky because of the convenience and comfort that I am experiencing while being pregnant! And mostly I thank God and my family for being able to enjoy my journey through pregnancy. Let me just write them down so I can always remember the sweetness and comfort: I am able to eat the food that I want, able to have more time for sleep and relaxation, able to wake up and see breakfast ready on my table, enjoy a warm bath, be in a clean and nice bathroom (it eases the feeling of throwing up), choose and wear dresses I like, enjoy my weekends like a princess, able to watch movies I like, able to play my music, able to spend time with friends, able to find time to write my journal, able to have time for prayer, able to read good books, enjoy the privileges of being a kerygma family member (this one helps me deepen my personal relationship with God), and many many more.

my little baby belly

May 15, 2007
my current mood: Good

my little baby belly is now showing and i just enjoy dressing up the maternity way! for many years now, i was used to wearing pants and blouses! i am definitely changing my line of clothing! am starting to fill my closet with dresses that come in varied colors, designs and styles! my hubby loves to see me wearing them and i for one love it because it makes me feel so proud to be an expecting mom! from the time i knew i was preggy, i've always been proud and happy to tell people of my condition. i was the one spreading the good news to family, friends, officemates, and relatives. The confidence i have in me makes me feel better every passing day!

here comes the aches

May 10, 2007

my current mood: Uncomfortable

this morning im beginning to feel the symptoms of "round ligament pain" - i have bellyaches, there is pain in my lower abdomen. This is due to stretched ligaments and muscles that support my ever-growing uterus! My baby is really getting bigger and this is the moment I have been waiting for. I keep on looking at my abdomen, anticipating the time when I can really feel there is something inside me... Now am in a maternity dress and I feel good. When people look at me, they know right away that I am preggy and as a proud mom to be, i do feel good about it!

what an appetite!

May 9, 2007
my current mood: Sleepy

this is the time when i really feel so sleepy and hungry all the time. i eat a lot and im not that choosy anymore! i guess my appetite is back and it has gotten stronger! But soon i know i have to put control on this. I haven't exercised for four months now. I don't want to put on too much weight. I just want to make sure that I eat something healthy because my baby needs it. I take my vitamins religiously and I am planning to do a lot of walking as the weeks go by.

first move

May 7, 2007
Present Mood: Calm

it was a strange feeling but i think i felt my baby move! i am eager to call my beb so i can share with him the feeling! I feel light and cheerful today. As the days come I want to keep feeling this way. I take things one step at a time. I dont want to put a lot of pressure in my life right now whether it concerns my work or personal life. I pray a lot and it helps me cope well with my situation and the environment I am in.