5 weeks

Just five or so weeks now until Baby Caden arrives. People keep asking..."Are you ready?"

What kind of question is that anyway? First time mom here. How do I even know what to expect or prepare for really? Of course EVERYONE and their mother have had their own handful of advice and I've done a lot of reading. However, I am convinced that no amount of reading or advice prepares one for the journey of parenting that is about to ensue. I'm already trying to condition my mind to live out the "one day at a time" mentality.

"He will grow up so fast!" ...This is a common phrase that has been stated. This I know to be true as I look at all of my nieces...feeling like wasn't it just yesterday they were born? Alas, the oldest will be driving this fall!

Cherish the time. Value the teachable moments...

Even though Caden is now VERY active, as well, my belly seems to be growing by the day...most days it still feels so surreal that Andrew and I are about to be parents.

5 weeks...

I'm reminding myself of an often spoken phrase...."Change is the only constant"

Indeed.

Bring it on.

Thank you for the gift of LIFE, Father. May Andrew and I have the much needed wisdom and grace that we will need as we enter into parenthood.