It's definitely been a long time since I've updated. And it's really unfortunate because I could have definitely used the escape of writing over the past several months. Perhaps it would have kept me a little more sane than I've felt.
It's hard to believe that I'm already 35 weeks pregnant. The time has flown by and though I would love to say that it's been an amazing time, it would only partially be true. The pregnancy itself has been an easy one and even enjoyable. I've gained weight slowly, been in great health (MS-wise) and basically just felt great physically! Up until these past couple of weeks, I have moved with ease despite my extra 25 pounds. I played volleyball up until last month. I've felt fabulous.
I can't say as much for the emotional rollercoaster this whole event has been. I have to think that it must be an easier ride for people who are married or otherwise more prepared to have children with their partner. It's no secret that Israel and I kind of rushed into things, even if unintentionally. I think not having established our own relationship with each other and gotten to know each other on a deeper level has been incredibly detrimental to our relationship with the added hormones.
But as a general update: the current status of things is that the pregnancy is moving along great and at least for the time-being, Israel and I are working on our relationship and planning on raising our baby together.
I go back to the doctor next week and so far everything is looking good. I'll visit the doctor every week from here on out until delivery. I'm measuring exactly where I need to be and feeling a very active baby inside of me. It's almost a comforting feeling having someone with you all the time. I think I'm going to miss that after giving birth.
More update on specifics later.
