I don’t even know how to start this other than PRAISE GOD! We had our 7 week sonogram today, and everything looked perfect. There was a perfect round yolk sak that forms the placenta, a tiny little baby, a detectable heartbeat, and over all relief for James and me. You could see the little heart beat just flicker away on the screen. We have a video and pictures. Right now he (or she) is measuring right at 7 weeks like they should. I don’t go back for an ultrasound until 12 weeks. I will still go for weekly progesterone level test. I don’t have my current blood work back, but will get it this afternoon. I am still supposed to ‘take it easy’. I have gotten very good at that. Thank you all for your prayers and concern. I could not have made it through this without all you! Have a great weekend!
Much love, Dana
It amazes me at how the Lord comforts you and brings you peace in so many ways. While driving to the doctor’s office, with a sick feeling in my stomach a Third Day song came on the radio. It is called Tunnel. My hope and prayer is this baby is the light at the end of this fertility tunnel.
Well I won't pretend to know what you're thinking And I can't begin to know what you're going through And I won't deny the pain that you're feeling But I'm gonna try and give a little hope to you Just remember what I told you There's so much you're living for There's a light at the end of this tunnel There's a light at the end of this tunnel for you For you There's a light at the end of this tunnel Shining bright at the end of this tunnel for you For you So keep holding on You got your disappointments and sorrows You ought to share the weight of that load with me Then you will find that the light of tomorrow Well it brings new life for your eyes to see So remember what i told you There's so much your living for There's a light at the end of this tunnel There's a light at the end of this tunnel for you For you There's a light at the end of this tunnel Shining bright at the end of this tunnel for you For you So keep holding on Keep holding on
Saturday, September 29, 2007
Friday, September 21, 2007
Levels and the most Recent
Hey
I just wanted to let ya’ll know that all my levels still look ‘wonderful’.
They did not do a sonogram as they would not be able to see much yet. Next week they should be able to see a tiny heartbeat. Each time my blood work is good I am so thankful but worried as the same report came back last time I was pregnant. But, I am trying to not allow that to influence my joy and excitement about this pregnancy.
I think I over did it today, so I am in bed for the weekend.James is being wonderful he has gone to the store for me and is keeping the house as clean as possible.
Have a great weekend everyone!
Dana
I just wanted to let ya’ll know that all my levels still look ‘wonderful’.
They did not do a sonogram as they would not be able to see much yet. Next week they should be able to see a tiny heartbeat. Each time my blood work is good I am so thankful but worried as the same report came back last time I was pregnant. But, I am trying to not allow that to influence my joy and excitement about this pregnancy.
I think I over did it today, so I am in bed for the weekend.James is being wonderful he has gone to the store for me and is keeping the house as clean as possible.
Have a great weekend everyone!
Dana
Thursday, September 20, 2007
No news is good news
We have a dr. appointment Friday at 12:00. I don't know if they'll do an ultrasound or not. I know they will do blood work.
As soon as I know something I will post, or rather I will post when I get home.
I went to work today and staid off my feet as much as possible considering there were 2 fire drills. My administrators are being wonderful, as is my great husband.
God has been teaching me about being fearful of His plan for our life, and how there is no need for this fear. He has been with us through all of this and known these events before we did. I know that He is using this for His Good. Recently, (Through Proverbs31.org, I discovered this verse in Deuteronomy 2:7.
7 The LORD your God has blessed you in all the work of your hands. He has watched over your journey through this vast desert. These forty years the LORD your God has been with you, and you have not lacked anything.
All this time I have felt to be lacking a child, but I know now that we are lacking nothing I also know that the Lord is watching over me and this baby.
As soon as I know something I will post, or rather I will post when I get home.
I went to work today and staid off my feet as much as possible considering there were 2 fire drills. My administrators are being wonderful, as is my great husband.
God has been teaching me about being fearful of His plan for our life, and how there is no need for this fear. He has been with us through all of this and known these events before we did. I know that He is using this for His Good. Recently, (Through Proverbs31.org, I discovered this verse in Deuteronomy 2:7.
7 The LORD your God has blessed you in all the work of your hands. He has watched over your journey through this vast desert. These forty years the LORD your God has been with you, and you have not lacked anything.
All this time I have felt to be lacking a child, but I know now that we are lacking nothing I also know that the Lord is watching over me and this baby.
Monday, September 17, 2007
Weekend Scare and Levels
Saturday night I started spotting. I was very scared as it was different than last time. I called my nurse and she said to rest and keep my feet up. I also had to go in for an ultrasound on Sunday afternoon. They did the ultrasound and everything seemed to look okay. They could see one baby (but there could be another one at the next ultrasound??). They were looking for blood in my uterus that indicated hemorrhaging. Sense I am only 5 weeks, it was hard to see a fetal pole and yolk sak, but the nurse thought she could get a glimpse of one every now and then. This was hard for me because the last time I was pregnant they could not find the fetal pole and yolk sak. It was encouraging that they caught a glimpse of one.
The Dr. looked at the pictures and said there was no need to be put on bed rest, but I needed to keep my feet up as much as possible.
My progesterone is still stable, and my HCG is at 6,034. Both looked really great.
Thank you all so much for your prayers and concern. This weekend was hard, and a big scare for James and me, but through it all we knew it would be okay.
That is it for now.
The Dr. looked at the pictures and said there was no need to be put on bed rest, but I needed to keep my feet up as much as possible.
My progesterone is still stable, and my HCG is at 6,034. Both looked really great.
Thank you all so much for your prayers and concern. This weekend was hard, and a big scare for James and me, but through it all we knew it would be okay.
That is it for now.
Friday, September 14, 2007
This and that
I have my comps on September 29th. Comps are what I have to pass to graduate. I have to have a paper turned in by Septemeber 27th. I am 1/3 of the way finished, and have no motivation to get the rest done. I will work on it Sunday. I think by typing it, I might get it done.
I am very excited about the weekend. James is smoking a brisket, and we are going to watch the football game at a friends house.
My mom came today. She had to have a biopsy on a mass in her breast. They have told her not to worry, but you never know. I am worried about her. Please lift her up in your prayers. She is very confident and upbeat that everything is okay. She has had one like this before, but still I worry.
We are going to watch a movie tonight. I doubt I make it through the whole thing. We will see.
I took a nap this afternoon, but I am tired again. I woke up only 2 hours ago. I could sleep for hours. I sleep so hard!
We are going to have to get a new fence with a concrete barrier around the bottom. The neighbor dog digs a whole big enough for Panzer to go visit. James knows better than to risk her getting out. I love that little dog way too much.
I am off to make a no bake cheesecake. Never mind the fact my pants are already tight.
I hope ya'll have a great weekend.
I am very excited about the weekend. James is smoking a brisket, and we are going to watch the football game at a friends house.
My mom came today. She had to have a biopsy on a mass in her breast. They have told her not to worry, but you never know. I am worried about her. Please lift her up in your prayers. She is very confident and upbeat that everything is okay. She has had one like this before, but still I worry.
We are going to watch a movie tonight. I doubt I make it through the whole thing. We will see.
I took a nap this afternoon, but I am tired again. I woke up only 2 hours ago. I could sleep for hours. I sleep so hard!
We are going to have to get a new fence with a concrete barrier around the bottom. The neighbor dog digs a whole big enough for Panzer to go visit. James knows better than to risk her getting out. I love that little dog way too much.
I am off to make a no bake cheesecake. Never mind the fact my pants are already tight.
I hope ya'll have a great weekend.
Wednesday, September 12, 2007
Had to share this
I know that God knows this baby and the plans he has set out for them before they were created. It is amazing how much you love something that you have not even seen or know yet. I would not trade the last 3 years of our life for anything, because of how God has used it to grow our marriage, and my relationship with God. I know that I would have never come to the point I am not if he had not broken me, and put me on my knees before Him. Every time I try to explain this, I think of the Mercy Me song. It has taken a while but, I do pray that whatever it takes I can praise God, even through the storm. I promised, God, myself, and James before the transfer that no matter what I would love and serve God and through this, no matter what the outcome I would serve and love Him.
Bring The Rain Lyrics Artist(Band): MercyMe
I can count a million times People asking me how I Can praise You with all that I've gone through The question just amazes me Can circumstances possibly Change who I forever am in
You
Maybe since my life was changed Long before these rainy days It's never really ever crossed my mind To turn my back on you, oh Lord My only shelter from the storm But instead I draw closer through these times
So I pray Bring me joy, bring me peace Bring the chance to be free Bring me anything that brings You glory And I know there'll be days When this life brings me pain But if that's what it takes to praise You Jesus, bring the rain
I am yours regardless of the clouds that may loom above because you are much greater than my pain you who made a way for me suffering your destiny so tell me whats a little rain
[1st Chorus] Holy, holy, holy Holy, holy, holy is the lord God almighty is the lord God almighty I'm forever singing [2nd Chorus 2x] everybody singing Holy holy holy you are holy you are holy
Bring The Rain Lyrics Artist(Band): MercyMe
I can count a million times People asking me how I Can praise You with all that I've gone through The question just amazes me Can circumstances possibly Change who I forever am in
You
Maybe since my life was changed Long before these rainy days It's never really ever crossed my mind To turn my back on you, oh Lord My only shelter from the storm But instead I draw closer through these times
So I pray Bring me joy, bring me peace Bring the chance to be free Bring me anything that brings You glory And I know there'll be days When this life brings me pain But if that's what it takes to praise You Jesus, bring the rain
I am yours regardless of the clouds that may loom above because you are much greater than my pain you who made a way for me suffering your destiny so tell me whats a little rain
[1st Chorus] Holy, holy, holy Holy, holy, holy is the lord God almighty is the lord God almighty I'm forever singing [2nd Chorus 2x] everybody singing Holy holy holy you are holy you are holy
Level Update
As of this past Monday, all levels look great.My hcg doubled as it should. It is now in the 600s and my progesterone was at 48. No, they can not tell if it is multiples yet. My ultrasound is at 7 weeks, which is September 28th.I am looking forward to that appointment and will feel more peace once I see there has been embryonic growth, and the heart beat.My bladder infection (oh yea, I had a bladder infection) is gone! YEA!
Original email
Most of you have already read this, but here it is again.
I know for a fact I can not get through this without sobbing.BUT, they are tears of JOY! We found out today that we are pregnant! I was spotting just a little bit last night (as I did the other times I was pregnant), and I freaked out. I called the dr. and she had me come in today for all my levels to be taken. I could not wait to tell James in person, and called him immediately, sobbing. He didn’t understand why I was crying. At this point my HCG should double every 48hours. They are concerned because of my body’s inability to make progesterone on it’s on, and the spotting. I am taking shots every night and as long as it stays above 20, it is good. Right now it is at 33. I am still supposed to take it easy and stay off my feet when I can. I guess that means not standing up for every touchdown the Red Raiders score on Saturday. ;) That is going to be hard as a teacher, but my awesome friends at school will take great care of me. I go in Saturday for more blood work and will continue until my HCG is over 1,000. My progesterone will be monitored weekly, as this is the hormone that keeps you pregnant. I will be at 4 weeks tomorrow. They will do an ultrasound at 7 weeks. I am so excited, but filled with worry about my body’s ability to stay pregnant and to grow these baby (or babies), especially with my past history. Through out the last 3 years, I have recited and leaned on Jeremiah 29:11-14. It is a verse we all know so well, but has had such meaning to us over this time we have been in ‘exile’ and suffering. Also, Isaiah 41:10 has given me the strength to carry on a somewhat normal life, as well as Psalm 113:9 and Psalm:139. I cannot tell you how excited, relieved, and overwhelmed with God’s goodness I am right now. I know this journey is not over yet, and I will have a hard time resting easy until I hold our baby in my arms. However, I know that no matter what, I will love and serve my God. I wish I could call each of you right now to tell you this wonderful news. I couldn’t do it without crying. It has been all of yours support, love and prayers that have literally carried me through all of this. We will still need that through the next 9 months. My due date is May 16 th . That works out very nicely for a school teacher, as does my schedule this year sent from God. We love you all and will keep you updated with all the news to come,Dana and James I am sure I have left people off of this, please send it to them as well.11'For I know the ( A ) plans that I have for you,' declares the LORD, 'plans for ( B ) welfare and not for calamity to give you a future and a ( C ) hope.12'Then you will ( D ) call upon Me and come and pray to Me, and I will ( E ) listen to you.13'You will ( F ) seek Me and find Me when you ( G ) search for Me with all your heart.14'I will be ( H ) found by you,' declares the LORD, 'and I will ( I ) restore your fortunes and will ( J ) gather you from all the nations and from all the places where I have driven you,' declares the LORD, 'and I will ( K ) bring you back to the place from where I sent you into exile.'
I know for a fact I can not get through this without sobbing.BUT, they are tears of JOY! We found out today that we are pregnant! I was spotting just a little bit last night (as I did the other times I was pregnant), and I freaked out. I called the dr. and she had me come in today for all my levels to be taken. I could not wait to tell James in person, and called him immediately, sobbing. He didn’t understand why I was crying. At this point my HCG should double every 48hours. They are concerned because of my body’s inability to make progesterone on it’s on, and the spotting. I am taking shots every night and as long as it stays above 20, it is good. Right now it is at 33. I am still supposed to take it easy and stay off my feet when I can. I guess that means not standing up for every touchdown the Red Raiders score on Saturday. ;) That is going to be hard as a teacher, but my awesome friends at school will take great care of me. I go in Saturday for more blood work and will continue until my HCG is over 1,000. My progesterone will be monitored weekly, as this is the hormone that keeps you pregnant. I will be at 4 weeks tomorrow. They will do an ultrasound at 7 weeks. I am so excited, but filled with worry about my body’s ability to stay pregnant and to grow these baby (or babies), especially with my past history. Through out the last 3 years, I have recited and leaned on Jeremiah 29:11-14. It is a verse we all know so well, but has had such meaning to us over this time we have been in ‘exile’ and suffering. Also, Isaiah 41:10 has given me the strength to carry on a somewhat normal life, as well as Psalm 113:9 and Psalm:139. I cannot tell you how excited, relieved, and overwhelmed with God’s goodness I am right now. I know this journey is not over yet, and I will have a hard time resting easy until I hold our baby in my arms. However, I know that no matter what, I will love and serve my God. I wish I could call each of you right now to tell you this wonderful news. I couldn’t do it without crying. It has been all of yours support, love and prayers that have literally carried me through all of this. We will still need that through the next 9 months. My due date is May 16 th . That works out very nicely for a school teacher, as does my schedule this year sent from God. We love you all and will keep you updated with all the news to come,Dana and James I am sure I have left people off of this, please send it to them as well.11'For I know the ( A ) plans that I have for you,' declares the LORD, 'plans for ( B ) welfare and not for calamity to give you a future and a ( C ) hope.12'Then you will ( D ) call upon Me and come and pray to Me, and I will ( E ) listen to you.13'You will ( F ) seek Me and find Me when you ( G ) search for Me with all your heart.14'I will be ( H ) found by you,' declares the LORD, 'and I will ( I ) restore your fortunes and will ( J ) gather you from all the nations and from all the places where I have driven you,' declares the LORD, 'and I will ( K ) bring you back to the place from where I sent you into exile.'
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