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Our baby girl has been waking me up with crazy kicking. It seems that she is lulled to sleep during the day while I'm awake and moving around. Come night time, she wakes up and has a little dance party in my belly. As if to remind me that she is there, and growing. Baby girl, you're all I think about. I haven't forgotten about you. 

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We are back home in Florida and it sure feels good. California is gorgeous. But, our life is here. And we missed it. 

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I'm enjoying reconnecting with Florida friends and meeting some new ones. I've been getting nervous about losing friendships when the baby comes, so I've been more intentional lately in my relationships. Here's to keeping good friendships going strong and developing new, meaningful ones.  

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I've been learning to rely on God more than ever before. The process of buying this house and moving has been a constant stress. God has really shown me how deeply He desires for me to cast my cares on Him rather than take them all on myself. He has provided more for us than we deserve and blessed us in ways that we cannot even explain. 

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Yesterday, we signed on our first home! After we make the move into the new house, I will share some pictures. 

I've been imagining our little family in that house for some time now. I can't wait to get settled in and begin working on our sweet baby's nursery. My mom is visiting next week to help out. I think she is just as excited as I am.  

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I've had some pregnancy blues as I've experienced my body changing. My grandma told me to embrace it and stop trying to wear my pre-pregnancy clothes. It just ain't gonna happen. 

You're right, Grandma. 

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How far along: 24 Weeks

 

Baby's size: Just over a pound (according to Baby Center). 

 

Sleep: Better when I don't exercise. Awful when I do. For the most part, I am sleeping plenty and enjoying it. 

 

Maternity Clothes: Oh yeah. 

 

Food cravings: Nothing specific right now. 

 

Food aversions: None really.

 

Symptoms I have: Sciatic back pain. Achy hips.

 

Doctor’s Appointment: Soon, I hope! In the process of switching from Tricare West to South. 

 

Movement: All night long. Even when it wakes me, I love feeling her kick and move. 

Belly Button: Out!

 

Gender: Little lady.

 

What I’m looking forward to: My mother's visit next week. I'm excited to share more about my pregnancy and the baby during her stay. 

 

What I miss: Working out without feeling awful afterwards.