37 Weeks

Every single day, I find myself wondering if today will be the day you finally arrive and completely transform our lives. Honestly, I've never made it past 37 weeks during any of my pregnancies before, so each passing day feels like a brand-new chapter. Walking out the door, I often wonder whether I'll come back holding you in my arms or whether you'll still be safely tucked inside me. Those daily contractions are keeping me on edge, leaving me unsure about how to differentiate between practice runs and the real deal. But deep down, I know I’ll recognize it when the time comes. Each day brings its own mix of excitement and nervousness, and there’s been so much happening lately—especially in the last week. I sometimes feel like simply surviving the morning routine counts as a win, like managing to shave my legs after a shower without collapsing! You’re as active as ever, and we can clearly see your little limbs moving around, especially those tiny feet pressing against my belly. Despite our busy schedule this past week with church activities, we somehow managed to squeeze in some nesting too. We cleaned out the car, set up your car seat, and got everything ready for your arrival. It’s funny how cleaning becomes such a priority—yesterday, I even found myself mopping the basement laundry room because I couldn’t stand the thought of someone seeing it messy when they visit. Your bassinet is already set up next to our bed, and the house feels like it's just waiting for you to walk through the door. I can't wait to see how you’ll fill not only our home but also our hearts. You’re going to bring so much joy and chaos—and honestly, I can’t wait to see what kind of miracle you’ll turn us into!