26 days... But who's counting?

Obviously I am. :) The ticker on the side helps out...

(My newest preggo shot is at the bottom so you have to read ALL OF THIS to get to it!!!) (Well, now you don't because you just read that... Whatever)

So what's been going on in the Paulus household?

• Michael's flying again! He's back in Vegas and diving into the squadron. I must say that both of us love this squadron and have been warmly welcomed since day 1.
• The baby's room is almost ready! Honestly the only thing I "need" to get is a mattress cover, disposable diapers, and a few more white onesies.
• My hospital bag is packed and ready to go. If you think of anything that you, or your mom, found helpful in the hospital please let me know!
• I feel like I'm (excuse the cliche) as big as a house. Michael mischievously replies that I am a house...
• We have successfully completed the birthing class. Michael made jokes the entire time. I sure do love my husband...
• My body is getting ready for D-Day. Over the past two weeks I've been combating Braxton-Hicks contractions, lower back pain, and a general discomfort in my hips. We're almost there!!!
• As of this coming Saturday I will be full term and able to deliver at any time. Yipee!
• Otto is almost completely house-trained (finally!) He's a great dog. Darn it.
• Michael's truck has been recovered in pretty good condition - it was being sold with a few other stolen cars. Looks like it will be a little bit longer till we can get it back. We definitely need patience in dealing with the people that stole it and our insurance company... As well as trusting God for reliable transportation.

As far as prayer is concerned:

• Please pray for peace as my due date draws near
• Of course, for a smooth uninteresting labor and delivery of a healthy baby
• Wisdom for Michael and I as we step (feels more like leaping) into parenthood
• And that I would glide into this new season gracefully. It's very easy for me to be self-reliant and not trust in God or my husband. I will definitely need prayer to be grateful for the slowing down of my body due to this process. (I'm a busybody, if you couldn't tell)

For the time being, I'm trying to practice what my father-in-law has encouraged me to do: PONDER. Ponder this new season, where God has me, what changes this is going to mean, and how to live my life to the glory of the Father. It's a good encouragement.

36 weeks!