The Home Stretch

It seems crazy to think that the final month of life with Aiden in my belly has begun. The little guy could come at any time! (though I'm still trying to coax him in to sticking around till his due date....best for his brain development and my peace of mind) :) The doctor also told me the other day that Caucasian boys have the most respiratory problems when born early so that's another reason for him to stay in as long as possible. Do you think he's getting all these thoughts that I'm directing to him?
I know most people reach my stage of pregnancy and are ready to be done, but I'm just not there. The entire pregnancy has FLOWN by, and I want these last few weeks to just savor the time with my hubby and to focus on and enjoy this last little bit of pregnancy.
I had a dentist appointment yesterday, and it made me reflect on so much. (doesn't the dentist do that to us all?) The last time I went to the dentist, I was about a month into knowing I was pregnant but hadn't shared the news with many people. I told the dentist so that I wouldn't get x-rays, but this visit I didn't have to mention the baby....it was pretty obvious. It just made me reflect on how quickly time passes, how much life changes in six months, and how much Mr. Aiden has done while in my belly (floating the river, visiting LOTS of places, going to a Cowboys game, running and biking a few miles, and on and on the list could go). We've kept him pretty busy while he's been in there....
As we dive into this last month, I just want to say a huge THANK YOU to our family and friends for all the support, love and generosity you have shown. You have made this special time in our lives even more wonderful, and we appreciate you more than words could say!
And now.....the 9 month kick off picture: (hopefully the next one of these will be when I'm on the way to the hospital....not when I'm more than a week overdue....)