Wow -
As another blogger wrote, how did I get from then to now? I think I look a lot bigger than I feel since I'm still fairly comfortable in my body although there are some mild pains that recur daily. In the past month or so I've become used to the idea of being pregnant (although I'm still sometimes shocked and appalled by the strength of the movements inside me and visible through the skin of my belly - what are you doing in there?). Just starting to wrap my head around the idea that this whole adventure will result in an actual baby.
I've been thinking more and more about labour, and actually more excited for it than anything but quite happy that we still have about three months to prepare, settle, and enjoy the spring before the big event. Trying to maintain an open, moment by moment curiosity about the process and acknowledge my worries and fears without them taking over.
I love this poem by Sheila Kitzinger (found with a beautiful image on Offbeat Mama - had to squint to read it and ask to find the source) - it's one I'll want to remember in three months or so.
Calm after storm
After the soaring, a peace
like swans settling on the lake.
After the tumult and the roaring winds
silence.
After daring to leap over the chasm
feet know the certainty of good earth.
The tide swept in through every crevice of her body
and now she is beached and safe.
She looks down to see a child
amazed.
Bare belly picture to follow for those interested...
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