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Hi girls! I just had to post a message. Some of you might remember my posts about our struggle with trying to decide whether or not to go for baby #4. Well, about a month ago I posted that DH and I decided to have my IUD taken out and to turn it over to the Lord. Well, guess, what? I just took a test tonight and it appears that the Lord has seen fit to bless us one more time. It took us years to get pregnant with our first, we went to fertility specialists for the second and the third was a surprise blessing. When we decided to go for #4 neither of us thought it would happen so fast. I am feeling a bit overwhelmed right now. Only my DH knows ( although I know I will have to tell my sister soon- she has been keeping tabs on me ever since I told her we were trying). I just had to tell you guys though. I really feel like you are all such a blessing to me and that your posts, even if they aren't specifically to me, help me to hear my inner voice. Had to share my news with the "scrap sisters"!
Freaking Out A Bit Baby #4 on its way
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Posted 26 January 2008 - 10:35 PM
So happy for you Jenn. This is wonderful news. It appears that it is meant to be. 
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Posted 26 January 2008 - 10:38 PM
Wonderful news Jenn! You have a while to get ready and get used to the idea. 
Like almost 9 months. 
Like almost 9 months.
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Posted 26 January 2008 - 10:45 PM
Congratulations, Jenn! Great news 
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Posted 26 January 2008 - 10:52 PM
Isn't it weird how once you stop trying so hard, it seems like it happens faster? You hear so many stories about couples going through years of infertility treatments, and then once they stop, they conceive without really trying. We tried for 4 years, and were finally told that I would never get pregnant. We gave up and adopted our oldest son-our first miracle. Then, 3 years later, I had a hysterectomy scheduled, and they did a routine pregnancy test-to which I said, "fat chance!" 8 months later, our second son was born! (The hysterectomy waited another year! 
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Posted 26 January 2008 - 10:57 PM
Wow! What a blessing!! Congratulations Jenn! 
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Posted 26 January 2008 - 11:03 PM
That is so awesome Jenn! I am so happy for you!!! Don't forget to put your due date on the calendar when you know for sure when that is!
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Posted 26 January 2008 - 11:04 PM
Congratulations!!
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Posted 26 January 2008 - 11:15 PM
Oh Jenn, I am so happy for you. I know that you've been on an emotional ride with this, but you gave it to God and he has SO Blessed you again. It is such wonderful news. You'll be making plans for the changes in your life by tomorrow, I bet. Congratulations to you and your growing family! Blessings abound indeed!
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Posted 26 January 2008 - 11:18 PM
That's awesome Jenn! Congrats to you and your family. How special we feel that you should share with us so quickly and call us "scrap sisters", I like that term. As a saying goes "My girlfriends are the sisters I would have picked"
How special we feel that you should share with us so quickly and call us "scrap sisters", I like that term. As a saying goes "My girlfriends are the sisters I would have picked"
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Posted 26 January 2008 - 11:22 PM
YAY Jenn! I'm in awe of all of the families here that have more than two kids. I'm going crazy with just my two (I was already heading that direction with my first). And I think the reason I never got pregnant was because God knew I was scared of infants.
I pray you have a wonderful pregnancy!
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I pray you have a wonderful pregnancy!
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Posted 26 January 2008 - 11:26 PM
Oh wow Jenn! Congratulations! Here's to a happy and healthy nine months!!
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Posted 26 January 2008 - 11:29 PM
WOW!! I am soooo excited for you! This is truely a blessing 
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Posted 26 January 2008 - 11:59 PM
Hey! I like the term "scrap sisters". It totally describes all of us!
It is safe to say that this must be the timming that the Lord wanted you to have another little one. He knows your heart and knows what is best. He wanted to bless you again and it didn't take Him long to send it your way!
I too was shocked at how fast we became pregnant with our third......first try......
Anyway, I am so happy for you, but I also know that overwhelmed feeling you mentiond. Just try to relax and enjoy the pregnancy because it is a wonderful time in life and it will be over before you know it. Then you get to hold that little miracle in your arms and love it with all your heart.....
Congratulations!
It is safe to say that this must be the timming that the Lord wanted you to have another little one. He knows your heart and knows what is best. He wanted to bless you again and it didn't take Him long to send it your way!
I too was shocked at how fast we became pregnant with our third......first try......
Anyway, I am so happy for you, but I also know that overwhelmed feeling you mentiond. Just try to relax and enjoy the pregnancy because it is a wonderful time in life and it will be over before you know it. Then you get to hold that little miracle in your arms and love it with all your heart.....
Congratulations!
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Posted 27 January 2008 - 12:16 AM
Woo hoo! That is super news, Jenn! I'm so excited for you!!!
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Posted 27 January 2008 - 12:00 AM
So happy for you Jenn! What a wonderful gift from the Lord! Praying a safe and healthy pregnancy for you!
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Posted 27 January 2008 - 12:32 AM
Congratulations...! Crossing my fingers for a healthy pregnancy and a wonderful happy baby... josee
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Posted 27 January 2008 - 12:48 AM
Way to go!! That was super fast I'm so happy for you! I am having to adjust my game here with just 2 little ones... I'm so impressed with anyone with more children than hands...
I'm so happy for you! I am having to adjust my game here with just 2 little ones... I'm so impressed with anyone with more children than hands...
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Posted 27 January 2008 - 01:07 AM
Congratulations! What a wonderful way to start the new year. We have four, and I have to say that the fourth one is the easiest. It helps that my oldest is 8 years older than my youngest, but it is far easier adding #4 than it was adding #2 or even #3. More hands to help. My only advice is to start training your oldest in whatever chores she/he is capable of now! LOL! Even older ones playing with younger ones to keep them occupied is a huge blessing by the time #4 comes along.
What do your other children think? I hope this will be a wonderful year of anticipation and planning for all of you!
What do your other children think? I hope this will be a wonderful year of anticipation and planning for all of you!
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Posted 27 January 2008 - 01:22 AM
Oh my goodness, that was quick! LOL Hang in there, it will feel normal in no time and you will be anxiously waiting to find out if it is a boy or a girl and what names to pick. Enjoy it! (((HUGS)))
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Posted 27 January 2008 - 01:38 AM
That's so awesome, Jenn! Congratulations!
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Posted 27 January 2008 - 04:42 AM
OH Jenn that's so fantasmagorical, as I know that you were not quite sure what you wanted to do and it was eating away at you. You put your faith in G-d and he showed you the way.
In Jewish tradition we wish a newly pregnant woman 'b'shaa tova' which means.. at the best hour...meaning sorta that may your baby come when it is due to come, healthy, happy and with love and so to you dear Jenn, and your dh, we wish you a b'shaa tova and all the joy the next 8 or so months will bring you.
so happy for you honey
In Jewish tradition we wish a newly pregnant woman 'b'shaa tova' which means.. at the best hour...meaning sorta that may your baby come when it is due to come, healthy, happy and with love and so to you dear Jenn, and your dh, we wish you a b'shaa tova and all the joy the next 8 or so months will bring you.
so happy for you honey
