Blessings and Gratitude

I am officially entering my second trimester of pregnancy. Unlike my first pregnancy, it has not been an easy pregnancy thus far. I have had pretty severe morning (noon and night) sickness, dizziness, fatigue, and mood swings. Prescription medication for the "treatment" of morning sickness has proven to be only slightly beneficial. I am uncomfortable in my own skin and outgrowing my clothes rather quickly. I find myself crying upon watching bank commercials and episodes of "Fresh Prince of Bel Air" and craving obscene amounts of cheese. Despite all the nausea and discomfort, I feel blessed to have this little one growing inside me. I feel blessed to have the ability to give my daughter the sibling she has been asking for. And, on top of it all, I feel so blessed to be married to a man who has stepped up to the plate when I couldn't even get out of bed. My dear husband does the dishes, laundry, the house cleaning and takes care of our daughter. He drives me wherever I need to go when I can't drive myself because dizziness or nausea have overcome me. He goes out of his way to fetch me the exact type of food I am craving at the moment and he looks the other way while I stuff my face with cheese and anything covered in cheese.

I am so grateful for my husband and the way he has shown me how much he truly loves me. I need his support now more than ever - this pregnancy is wearing me down - and he has been there for me when I have needed him the most. I love you, Bob, and thank you for all you do for me and Makayla. I appreciate it more than you will ever know.