It's slightly on the annoying side that I chalk it up to "pregnancy brain"... but without Caleb's iphone app, I can't seem to remember exactly which week I'm at. I think I'm at week 32... roughly 9 more weeks to go!
We're praying that my 3-hr glucose test tomorrow goes well, that we keep gestational diabetes at bay! Meanwhile, I'm trying to do my part in cutting down a bit of the sugar, carbs and adding in more exercise.
Bethany's movements are still there and quite strong, and I'm glad for her rest & sleep cycles. Gives me a bit of a break. :)
Work for Caleb is going well and by His grace the draft of the first paper has been submitted to the doctor.
It's still a bit too sunny for my "clouds 'n rain" habit of Seattle, but I'm thankful that it's not like how it was back in August & September!
For pics on the apt, see here:
Apartment Pictures
In terms of lessons we're learning, it's about waiting on the Lord. While we expect and know He will give an answer, it's also such a blessing (in disguise at times) to know that it's a process of being drawn closer to Himself. He will provide and lead the way forward (more specifically regarding residency) when it is His good time.
Blessings!
Monday, October 25, 2010
Monday, October 4, 2010
El Mundo but not el mundo
El Mundo is "the world" in Spanish. We're learning to live in and on El Mundo, but not be of "el mundo." :)
We're moved in, thank the Lord! The movers arrived last Tuesday 09/28. Despite some "minor" things, we consider ourselves very blessed that everything arrived and in fairly good condition. We heard some horror stories about other cross-country moves and balk at the horrendous services that "professional" movers provide. Our earthly possessions are here and we're thankful.
I'm now working on the last set of office things. Taking my time and glad we're nearing the end of all this packing/unpacking business.
Our initiation into the state of Texas was the vehicle registration and drivers' licensing process. It took us nearly 4 hours or so and a nice bite out of our pocket book! Caleb grinned in his new license picture (probably 'cause he was glad that we were nearly done), while mine looks more like I'm about to cry. Let's just say that maybe it was the hormones. :P
The transition has been tough for Polo. Our 5 year old Maltese boy had his first cross-country road trip in the hot sun, got shocked a few times by a shock collar at motels and got sick twice after eating things he should not have eaten while staying at two families' homes. He finally arrived at his new home yesterday and we realized that he still had a terrible stomach ache from the day before. I'm happy to report he's doing better today.
Our next task is to find primary care providers, a new OB doc as well as a pediatrician for Bethany. We're now officially in the 3rd trimester! She's getting bigger and we're excited to meet the lil' active girl.
Today is also Caleb's first day of work! It's likely several hours of orientation stuff, but we're incredibly thankful for this new start. It's been a bit of an anxious journey not knowing exactly what to expect, but we trust that in all things, He's got the best lessons and plans to continue this work of molding us more into His image.
Blessed be the Lord, who daily bears our burden, the God Who is our salvation.
Psalm 68:19
We're moved in, thank the Lord! The movers arrived last Tuesday 09/28. Despite some "minor" things, we consider ourselves very blessed that everything arrived and in fairly good condition. We heard some horror stories about other cross-country moves and balk at the horrendous services that "professional" movers provide. Our earthly possessions are here and we're thankful.
I'm now working on the last set of office things. Taking my time and glad we're nearing the end of all this packing/unpacking business.
Our initiation into the state of Texas was the vehicle registration and drivers' licensing process. It took us nearly 4 hours or so and a nice bite out of our pocket book! Caleb grinned in his new license picture (probably 'cause he was glad that we were nearly done), while mine looks more like I'm about to cry. Let's just say that maybe it was the hormones. :P
The transition has been tough for Polo. Our 5 year old Maltese boy had his first cross-country road trip in the hot sun, got shocked a few times by a shock collar at motels and got sick twice after eating things he should not have eaten while staying at two families' homes. He finally arrived at his new home yesterday and we realized that he still had a terrible stomach ache from the day before. I'm happy to report he's doing better today.
Our next task is to find primary care providers, a new OB doc as well as a pediatrician for Bethany. We're now officially in the 3rd trimester! She's getting bigger and we're excited to meet the lil' active girl.
Today is also Caleb's first day of work! It's likely several hours of orientation stuff, but we're incredibly thankful for this new start. It's been a bit of an anxious journey not knowing exactly what to expect, but we trust that in all things, He's got the best lessons and plans to continue this work of molding us more into His image.
Blessed be the Lord, who daily bears our burden, the God Who is our salvation.
Psalm 68:19
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