Monday, September 22, 2008

We're Having a Baby!

Yes, we're heading to the hospital today to have a baby. A what??????? A BABY! I had not revealed my pregnancy to the internet world over the past several months. (Ok, nine months...)

And I was really going to post today about how I was due in a couple of weeks and we both felt it was time to "reveal" the nursery room we were decorating and to announce the pregnancy to my bloggy pals. I even made a new blog header over the weekend. (I have added it now, to the top of the blog.)But, things don't always work out like you think they will and last night, my water membrane ruptured. So, we are getting packed up to go to the hospital in an hour....

Am I nervous now or what? I was not planning on going this early...and I'm not even sure what to write about. I've wanted to write about the pregancy this whole time and yet we chose to keep it private. I had terrible morning sickness and well all kinds of other symptoms that go along with being pregnant.

So, I just wanted to quickly type out what is happening and explain why I have been so secretive about my upcoming "life changes" which I hinted to in my post about the changing seasons. Also, I probably will be pretty busy very soon so I may not be available to blog but I did ask dear hubby to bring his laptop to the hospital. We are not completely packed and ready so he may forget... One of the baby's recent ultrasound pictures...look at that yawn!

She was tired from all the testing!

Keep us in your prayers! I have been praying consistently and asking God to keep the baby safe and healthy. I am looking forward to meeting our sweet baby girl and I am nervous at the same time. Be back to write soon. I'll leave you with some pictures of the nursery...

Clouds on the ceiling by Dear Hubby and StepDaughter #1. Subtle but soft and pretty. We went with pink of course and a "shabby chic" stripe pattern with aqua polka dots. Of course, now, this is my favorite room in the house! I will be spending lots of late nights there soon. :-)

13 comments:

Anonymous said...

oh the nursery looks so nice. I think your little daughter will be very happy to have such a lovely room.
I hope everything will be allright and keep you in my prayers.
Let us know when the little girl is there.
Greetings from Germany :-) we are looking forward, too.

Karin said...

Ohmy gosh!!! Congratulations Jillain and Family!!

Free Art Printables said...

Oh congrats! I am so excited for you and will say a little prayer that everything goes fast!! I know you weren't quite ready, but believe me.. earlier is better ;)

oliver rain said...

There are lots of squealing and a couple of tears of joy here in the Oliver Rain household. Jillian, I am soooo happy for you. Motherhood is such a wonderful thing and I know you will LOVE having a baby girl. I'm sending prayers and good, positive thoughts your way, my friend. And a little love too!

The nursery looks so pretty, perfect for a baby girl. And that is the sweetest little yawn. You are going to do great.

Ms.Daisy said...

The room turned out so beautiful...I just love it! This is so thrilling for all of us - we just can't wait - and it will be very soon now!


Luv you,
Ms.Daisy

The Quintessential Magpie said...

I just happened on your blog from a link on Kari and Kisja's, and I have to say that your baby's room is just precious. Love the stripes, the colors, and the polka dots. Good job!

Congratulations on your new little one. And thanks for sharing the pic of her with us. Best wishes to you and to her. May the Lord bless and keep you.

Sheila

Connie said...

You sneaky little chickee!!!!!! How absolutely delightful for you!!!! This is so exciting for you to have kept it a secret for this long.....Good luck, little mummy......
Connie

Mary said...

Oh Jillian, I am so excited for you:) How Wonderful!!! The nursery is precious. May God Bless you and your new baby. Hugs, Mary:)

Becky said...

Congrats on the baby. Praying all goes well. See you when you return.

Rue said...

Congratulations Jillian!! I'm so very very happy for you and your hubby :)

The nursery is perfect and so sweet :)

Praying for you!!

(((hugs)))
rue

j said...

Congratulations!! What wonderful wonderful news!!

The nursery is just gorgeous.

My Pink Boutique said...

OH Jillian! What a wonderful blessing!!! I'm SO happy for you and your hubby. Love the nursery. It's gorgeous. You all have done a lot of work getting ready for the baby. Congratulations to you all!

Bless you,
Kimberly

MJ said...

I am restraining a shriek considering K and N are sleeping and you can't hear it anyway! Wow! What exciting news! Good luck with labour and keep us posted! A little bundle of pink is always welcome!! I am excited and delighted for you!