Believe it or not, another little Bjorkman is in the works!
FAQ:
1) Are you crazy? (Nobody's actually asked this, but some of you are likely thinking it. ;) )
Yes. Yes, we are. This was the hardest decision I've ever had to make. Most big decisions have come fairly easy for me. But this required lots of prayer, fasting, visits to the temple, and ultimately was what's right for our family. Tom and I have seen completely eye to eye every step of the whole confusing path.
2) When are you due?
I'm 11 weeks, due February 9th. (For some reason, even with all my exact calculations, my babies end up measuring an entire week behind. So not February 1st like I originally had in my mind.)
3) Do you care if it's a boy or girl?
We're definitely all rooting for a boy to mix things up a bit, but we certainly never came into this with the intent of getting one more boy. We're pretty good at the whole girl thing after all. ;) We also think it would be pretty sweet for Leah to have a sister close to her age. My only fear with having a girl is the likelihood that Everett will burst into tears when finding out.
4) How are you feeling?
Twinges of nausea here and there, but this is the least sick I've ever been. Halelujah! My only real complaint is the complete exhaustion that's been magnified with getting our house on the market and a busy summer full of travel. I have truly had so much help from friends and family with watching my kids (that I haven't even asked for) that I've been so absolutely grateful for.
5) Is this the last? (Once again, nobody's asked, but in case you're wondering.)
After having Leah, I didn't necessarily feel like there was another one, but I also never had that absolute feeling of "this is it!" But with what a struggle it was in our minds to decide on a fifth, and unless God has other surprise plans for us, I'm pretty darn sure this is it!
HERE WE GO AGAIN!! :)
8 comments:
Woot! Five has been a lot of fun for us, even though we were (I was) done at 4. So excited for you guys!! I'm hoping you have another boy for Everett, but a little playmate for Leah would also be fun. Congrats, Rachel!
Ha ha, what's one more, right? And your kids are so darn cute, you owe it to the world. Congrats! ;) Although, I will say, I just donated all my maternity clothes and was soooo happy to do so.
So excited for you Rachel!! What a sweet addition this will be for your family. We are kind of in the same boat with #5. I love our little family of 4 and most people would think we were crazy around here if we had another one, but I haven't had a strong feeling either way about whether we are done or not. In some ways it would be nice not to have to through pregnancy, birth, newborn and baby years but thinking that I may never have that experience again makes me really sad. I guess for now I will just have to live through you and your pregnancy. Love your guts!!
I often thought of you and a couple other friends who have 5 to make me realize that I can do this too. :)
I seriously just can't wait to get rid of either all the girl bins or boy bins of clothes once we find out gender!
Dadra, you sound EXACTLY like me this past year. We were totally content with the 4 we had and were kind of excited about the idea of being done and moving on from the baby stage. Dang feelings of inspiration to try for one more got to us though! Good luck with whatever is right for your cute little family!
Nothing better :) Congrats to you all! :)
Thanks, Ann! You are a wonder woman momma who helps inspire me to be able to do this!
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