| We're going to have a baby! |
| July 30, 2003 Well, We found out we were going to be parents on June 2nd. That I was 4 1/2 months pregnant and 5 1/2 months post op. I had lost 65 pounds and was very disappointed about my weight loss. I'm not so disppointed now that I know that; while I lost all that weight I was nurturing a baby. I've got to say, it has been hard to keep up with this website and do regular updates; for that I am very disappointed in myself. Because I made myself promises. But at this point my back isen't doing very well, and my feet are equally as bad. The baby moves alot, I have never been this pregnant before. I am amazed at how much the baby moves. Everytime the baby moves, I put my hand on my belly and try to feel it on the outside. I was under the impression last week that I was about 20 weeks along, but I had an ultrasound on Friday and found out I am more like 26 weeks along. I am so happy I can't wait to have the baby. I hope so badly that I deliver a healthy baby. Well, I am going to have to sign off for now. Sherry D |
| September 4, 2003 Gabe & I went on the church campout last weekend. Gabe had a lot of fun. I overdid everything I did. I am in so much pain, I don't know if it was worth it. Dallas is the babys name it's a boy & he is kicking alot. He didn't move too much this weekend; but in the last month he has been unbelievably active. I got so many great things for my baby shower, only I have no place to put it. I got several outfits, a small diaper bag, lots of onsies, lots of reciving blankets and a few toys. It was so exciting, only I felt really on the spot. I don't like being the center of attention; and I was definately the center of attention that day. But it wasn't for me it was for Dallas; so I couldn't really complain. I went to the thrift store today and everything in the store was 50% off. I got Dallas two pairs of shoes and some onsies. I got a maternity shirt and pants and I got an outfit for Connie too (Connie is pregnant also & a very good friend of the family as well as my sisters best friend). I still can't shake this depression. I am in so much pain now it's almost impossible to get out of bed for very long. I am hurting so much from this weekend; my Dr. put me on pain medication. But I won't have to take it too often just enough to keep me out of the emergency room. It is impossible to shake depression when I can't even get out and do anything. I don't think changing medication is going to make any significant changes. Sherry D |
| November 26, 2004 Well, I am going to attempt to update my website to let you all know how drastically things have changed in my life and how God has blessed me beyond belief. On October 17, 2003 I had our son Dallas by C-section and he was 100% healthy. He was & is the most beautiful thing I have ever made. (God made, I just carried) He was 6 pounds 11 ounces, 18 inches long and absolutely beautiful! Today he is 13 months old and cuter than ever. We just celebrated our 2nd Thanksgiving together. He will be joined by a brother on or before March 9th 2005. Yes, I am not yet 2 years post op and I am almost 6 months pregnant. This one is a boy and his name is Austin. So far he is healthy. I had issues breastfeeding Dallas (a very hard time) he wouldn't latch on so I pumped for two months ever two hours consistantly. But, I only produced about 2 ounces a day, I was very devistated. However, I think it had a lot to do with the fact that my body didn't understand what was happening to it and couldn't produce any more than that. We bought our first house, and we are all moved, just not all unpacked yet. I have lots of unpacking to do, and my back is giving me a very hard time! But, life must go on. So, I am going to try and update more soon, but that is all for now. Sherry D |
| I am Grateful for my husband's unconditional love and patience. I am Grateful for my mother's love, forgiveness and trust. I am Grateful for my family's support; even though everyone is not always happy with me. I am Grateful that God has given me the pleasure and priviledge of being a mother. |
| I am Grateful for these things.... |