Baby Murphy

Hello one and all.... we are getting closer and we couldn't be more excited! I saw the Dr. yesterday and I have progressed to 3cm and her prediction is that he will make his entrance by this weekend. Still... we never do know so I reminding myself to be patient. I did have contractions for a few hours last night but they went away. We informed Caeden that when baby decides to come he will get to do a sleepover at both sets of Grandma and Grandpa's while mommy and daddy are at the hospital. He said, "Oh that's a good idea, when are we going to do that?" That seems to be our million dollar question at the moment. :) He has been saying maybe we should do it after my nap, or after dinner, etc... he can't figure out why we just can't plan the timing of his little brother. It's so fun!! Can't wait to post pics of our bundle of joy!!

Yeah Caeden!

We have been working on going big boy potty at our house for sometime now. Caeden has been super successful with peeing in the toilet however as many of you know poo poo on the potty has been a huge challenge! He would either go while he was sleeping or find a corner in the house and we'd have a big mess on our hands. So last week we decided we would start doing random poo poo breaks on the toilet so he'd be less intimidated. Then on Saturday he wanted to eat some of my pizza and I said he could once he tried going poo poo. Sure enough he did it! We told him he could start getting treats from the store if he would keep going in the toilet. He liked that idea and low and behold he went 4 times yesterday and 3 so far today!!!! Oh my goodness I can't tell you how excited this mama is!! If any of you are trying to figure out how to train I highly suggest the present idea. He has been so excited to try and is even figuring out on his own when he needs to go and runs to the toilet telling me to get a present ready for him. I love it!!! I had really hoped we could have this underway before baby's arrival and it looks like we might have just gotten there in the nick of time!! Wooo hooo!

The real me right now....

I find freedom in being real with myself and the world, even in regards to my weaknesses and so this blog is a chance for me to express where I am really at.
I got a pounding headache last night and it was still here today. My body also felt very out of whack and I told myself it must be because my little guy is about to arrive and so I prayed for God take it away. It wasn't leaving and my misery was escalating. I decided to call our chiropractor and see if he could help things out. The thing I love about him is that he loves the Lord and always tends to help me see the next area of growth for myself. He believes that God created our bodies to heal themselves and so when we experience ailments its due to us "getting in the way". Sure enough this morning I found this to be true. It came up that I have had an attitude that says I deserve for this baby to come any day now. I have carried him long enough, I want to meet him and I don't like the unknown or lack of control I have in not knowing the day or the hour. Can we say selfish? :) My body was creating ailments because of the negative thoughts and feelings that I was stressing over in the upcoming birth. So after today I am choosing to embrace the process. One that is totally out of my control. I can have sex multiple times, take long walks every day and a full moon can continue to show itself, yet the Creator of all things has a perfect day for this tiger to arrive and it is out of my control! When I really think about it I am realizing because of what I believe it really should help me to feel free. I don't have to do anything other than trust that God has it all taken care of and live each day to it's fullest whether I know what's in store for that day or not. I sure am feeling a sense of relaxation in not needing to rush this journey. Wow, to find contentment in all things and all circumstances. Isn't it a challenge? I am so thankful that God didn't answer my prayer immediately this morning as I desired him to. It would have robbed me of an opportunity for growth. Growth is not always fun but I sure love when I can look back and recognize that I was willing enough to face the hard stuff to become more self aware and in turn hopefully more mature.
Here's to the real stuff you are facing!! May God continue to help you in your process and show you ways to trust Him and let go of your plans. He really is an awesome God that has our best intentions in mind, even when we can't figure it out. Hugs and love, Kirstin

Oh the freedom some people feel....

This pregnancy has had the most commentary I have ever heard of. For the last few months I can't go anywhere without someone sharing their thoughts on my belly. Here are a few of my favorites....

"Ohhhh when are you due?" I reply in January. "Oh, so you are having twins?" I reply....No, just one healthy boy. :) This particular comment has come at least 15 times in the last few months and everytime there is a look of uncertainty or shock. As if I am lying that I don't have twins.

I was coming out of the bathroom at Mimi's Cafe when a lady said, "Oh girlfriend you are about to pop!" I thought well thanks for noticing!

The other day I am picking up some things in Home Depot when a lady who is walking her dog in the store stops and literally stares at me. I pause wondering what she might want. With her mouth down to the ground she says, "your awfully huge!" Speechless my mouth dropped as well and I turned to leave.

Anyway, it has been a hilarious journey these last few months. I almost can't wait to see what other people are going to throw out there because every day proves to have a new comment. I have become ok with all of them. I have an amazing boy growing inside and I have provided him a spacious house to live in. I choose to laugh and be amazed at the freedom people feel to talk about other peoples bodies to their face. We will have a problem on our hands however if after delivery anyone dares to ask me when I am due!!!!! I am officially 46 inches round and 44 lbs of additional weight. That will take some time to come back down and I dare anyone of these big mouths to make a comment after the baby is born. :)

For those that don't know we are at 37 plus weeks and full term, so anyday know is a.o.k. I am so looking forward to meeting the next Murphy munchkin!! Until then I continue to "nest."
I realize I never gave updates on baby's room. It's completed just working on some decorating but other than that it is great and we will send pics at some point.