4 weeks left!

In 4 weeks (or less) we are going to have a baby girl. I think that Coranelle is dropping a little. Maybe it is my imagination- but I feel like the belly button is pointing down now. As we anxiously await her arrival, I get a little more uncomfortable. I feel like I broke a rib! Not really, I think that would make it impossible for me to move- but it really hurts and I cannot make it stop.
On Sunday, I started having pretty noticeable contractions during church. So, we started timing them. They weren't really painful, just tight- but my back hurt too. Turns out that there was no consistency to them, so just braxton-hicks contractions. But, it made it all feel really soon. I mean, she could come any day! Are you ever REALLY ready?
As this pandemic of swine flu comes through, I also realize how crazy it feels to be a mom. I told my mom that I finally have a glimpse of what she has dealt with for the last 26 years- being concerned about the health and well being of her kids. I feel like I have an overprotective "mamma bear" growing inside. I don't want anything harmful to come into her path. I know I cannot protect her, but it is intense how much we already love her and want the best for her.
I have 8 days left of school. That feels surreal. It is all I know- outside of college life. I don't know what to expect. I am really excited, it is just a big transition. I have a whole list of things to do with my time off. Books that other new moms have recommended, cleaning, sorting, getting car seats checked, making meals to freeze, meeting with the pediatrician, getting AC installed in our house, etc. We'll see if Coranelle allows us the time to get all this done, or if she gets cramped and is ready to come sooner!
This weekend is the shower that my mom, mother in law, and "sisters" are planning. I am excited to see lots of friends and family and celebrate the new life that is coming.
Ryan's grandpa has now been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and is on hospice. Very similar to my Grandpa Lew in March. We are very glad that we went and saw him in November. Bruce is headed down to Atlanta tomorrow and Heido will follow this weekend. Please keep the Morks in your prayers as they cope with this. I am sure it is very hard for Bruce to see his dad begin to let go.Your thoughts and prayers for all involved would be much appreciated.
Thanks for reading and we'll keep you posted. Have a great week!