There is a lot going on in our little world and although each of these things deserves it's own post-- lack of time means they are getting smushed together. *
Matt's grandfather "pop" passed away this weekend in Florida. Matt was able to "pop" down to see him for one last time this weekend and spend some time with family-- which was pretty great. He was a vibrant, funny man who touched many in his 100 short years on earth. Although it's hard to lose someone that lively and generous, he lived a great life and I suspect is toasting us all from above with a Manhattan.**
Many of you who were at our wedding will remember Pop- he was quite the character. He'll be missed by many, many people.
Also on the topic of life, I am nearing the end of my pregnancy. I have been reflective much of the last few weeks on the beauty and honor of pregnancy. I'll be honest, this pregnancy was less comfortable than my other two and I spent a good portion of the time wishing it away. Now with only a few days/weeks left I am feeling a sentimentality that I didn't expect. Pregnancy is a tremendous gift and I am finding new appreciation each day. Things like touching the baby's footprint on my stomach or the jolt of a knee against my ribs seem sacred and beautiful.
I am not sure if I will have the honor of carrying a child like this again-- which make me feel like I am grasping onto a fleeting memory-- something that will slip away before it's time is up. For as excited as I am to meet the little one, I am also wishing that I could hold on to these sensations so that I could visit them later in life.***
It really is the most amazing experience and it's a shame they can't bottle it and sell it at Target.
Both these items come down to a celebration of life. Life is funny that way.
*I have no idea how to spell smushed. Smooooshed?
**or two.
***When I re-visit, I may editorialize a bit and skip the acid reflux and back pain.
Matt's grandfather "pop" passed away this weekend in Florida. Matt was able to "pop" down to see him for one last time this weekend and spend some time with family-- which was pretty great. He was a vibrant, funny man who touched many in his 100 short years on earth. Although it's hard to lose someone that lively and generous, he lived a great life and I suspect is toasting us all from above with a Manhattan.**
Also on the topic of life, I am nearing the end of my pregnancy. I have been reflective much of the last few weeks on the beauty and honor of pregnancy. I'll be honest, this pregnancy was less comfortable than my other two and I spent a good portion of the time wishing it away. Now with only a few days/weeks left I am feeling a sentimentality that I didn't expect. Pregnancy is a tremendous gift and I am finding new appreciation each day. Things like touching the baby's footprint on my stomach or the jolt of a knee against my ribs seem sacred and beautiful.
I am not sure if I will have the honor of carrying a child like this again-- which make me feel like I am grasping onto a fleeting memory-- something that will slip away before it's time is up. For as excited as I am to meet the little one, I am also wishing that I could hold on to these sensations so that I could visit them later in life.***
It really is the most amazing experience and it's a shame they can't bottle it and sell it at Target.
Both these items come down to a celebration of life. Life is funny that way.
*I have no idea how to spell smushed. Smooooshed?
**or two.
***When I re-visit, I may editorialize a bit and skip the acid reflux and back pain.
What sweet thoughts to share. I remember celebrating and grieving a lot of the "lasts" with my last child too!
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