Fumes

I probably should not be writing a blog right now, as all I can really think about are fumes. They've been painting in our hallway the past few days, and the fumes are SO STRONG! We've had our windows open and I've shut myself in the back room, but we can't fully get away. Leif told me yesterday that they even painted our door. It used to be a nice wood color. Now it matches the walls! I'm sure the hallways are much nicer, and we're thankful for the improvements. I will just be very happy when the fumes are gone.


The I.V. treatment worked temporarily but didn't stop the contractions. Now I'm on a couple of other medicines. I passed the sugar test, so I'm assuming that means no gestational diabetes.

Even though my feelings are kind of like a roller coaster right now, God keeps reminding me to trust Him and He keeps showing me how much we have to be thankful for through this hard time. I will write more on this in the days to come (right now I have a headache from the fumes), but I'll share a couple now. I had to wean Ella suddenly when the contractions started. I had planned on nursing her these winter months to give her the added benefit of antibodies. And with all of the guests and changes and the move, it seemed like weaning her wouldn't have been good in the middle of those times. But anyways, she used to NEED her Mama all of the time and was totally jealous of anyone else who got my attention. But now she happily goes to lots of people and is content without me. This is so nice to know that she's happy, and it will help prepare her for the new baby, I'm sure. I've also had some really nice times with Anneka, talking and reading together. Almost every night I let her fall asleep next to me while I sing to her and rub her head. (and Leif carries her to her own bed later). It's been really sweet to have this time with her.

Okay, my head won't last any longer. Thank you for your continued prayers!