Life doesn't suck.

iheartpancake · March 2015

I know some of us are still dealing with some pretty crappy symptoms and events at this point in our pregnancy so I thought maybe it would be a good idea to start some sort of thread with positive thinking. We should all be in the third trimester now so it's the final stretch! Maybe if we all could kind of find something that's good in our lives or something we're looking forward to? I found two unexpected junior mints the other day stuck to the bottom of the box and almost cried tears of joy. It's the little things that make life not suck!!

I'll start...

I am really looking forward to my shower. It's in four weeks and my sisters have been asking for opinions and such and I'm just so damn excited. It's co-ed and it's just going to be a big celebration. It's been almost three years since we started trying and I just can't believe we're here and I'm so stinking excited!! I don't care about gifts or food (okay I care a little about feasting) or decorations, I just want the people we care about in one place to celebrate. I am also going to be asking my one sister to be a godparent at the shower so it's really special in that way too. It just makes me happy to think about it

Two other small ones from this week are my crocus bulbs finally bloomed and I'm picking up what should be my last zofran prescription today!!!

Alright ladies, what good things do you have going on??? Don't leave me hanging in my crazy-trying-to-be-positive land!

virginiaunicorn11 · March 2015

I am just so excited to be having a baby with my wonderful husband! We were not actively TTC but weren't trying to prevent it. I always had a secret irrational fear of being infertile. This pregnancy has really brought us so much closer together, and I am beyond excited to see him as a dad - he will be fantastic. It is one of the first things everyone says when they hear we're having a kid, and it makes my heart swell.

Life around us is a bit hectic, but the first and last 15 minutes of every day, laying in bed together... pure heaven. Taking the normal stresses of life off the table (money, job, insurance, home...!), I think this is by far the happiest I have ever been.

knwilliams01 · March 2015

I am just so unbelievably thankful for my amazing husband. Me being hospitalized for the past week has meant he has had to keep working, take care of our 3 dogs, visit me, and try to hold it together himself emotionally. We are also in the process of moving 1 1/2 hours away for me to start my surgical residency at the end of June. So he's spending his one day off this week today meeting with the bank for our pre-approval and seeing 15-20 houses with our realtor. Since we are on a day by day status as to when they want to c section me - this has not been easy on either of us emotionally/mentally. He has been nothing but supportive through everything - I just can't help but be amazed with the man I married.

karaelaine1991 · March 2015

Great thread topic! The thing I'm most thankful for right now is how excited my husband is for our baby. Though we've always said we wanted to eventually have kids, when I got pregnant, we definitely were NOT trying - in fact, the theme for the months leading up to it was how "bad" it would be if I did get pregnant! DH had just ended a 2.5 month long period of unemployment and I had just started grad school, so we had about $100 in our checking account and no money in savings - financially, we were not ready at all! But we've both been so excited from the moment we found out. I'll never forget his tears of joy when I told him. Every day he tells me how excited he is to meet DD and how he can't wait to do everything with her and take her everywhere. Our baby is the best surprise we've ever received and I'm so thankful, both for her and for the fact that my husband's in agreement with me on that.

On a less sappy note, I'm thankful that I'm making progress on all of the assignments that I have due during this end-of-the-semester rush. I'm thankful that I have caring in-laws and that my MIL thought to give me a heads up that her school has 3 confirmed cases of pertussis (2 weeks before the shower that she's hosting for me) and that she's getting her TDaP booster today and has asked her mom and sisters to do the same. I'm thankful that my grandma is celebrating her 85th birthday today even though I'm not able to be with her to celebrate it. And I'm thankful for my wonderful family, even though I don't get to see them nearly as often as I'd like to since they live on the opposite side of the state!

lovethatcolosun · March 2015

Thanks for starting this thread!!!

I'm excited to be going "home" to see the family for Easter. This will be my DS first egg hunt with his cousin. I also love the change of seasons. Seeing the green grass come up, leaves starting to emerge and flowers blooming makes me oh so happy. I even cleaned out a garden bed yesterday and my son found an old bird house in the bushes. We spruced it up and painted it. He was so excited. To top it all off I'm super excited to be getting a tax refund this year!! Yay positivity!! ❤️

Emilywooddesign · March 2015

This is such a great thread. I'm so thankful for my incredible baby shower I had yesterday, it's so heartwarming to have all this love and generosity surrounding you. I'm also thankful that I have 2 healthy twins growing inside me and a really Hot husband who I can't wait to see become a daddy, with Easter coming up and as a FTM I'm getting excited about making the holidays as special for my little ones and my parents made them for me. God I sound like such a pussy right now lol.

elizab14 · March 2015

While my father in law was battling cancer, I had him write a card for the day a child was born. That was back in 2007 and he passed a few days later. I'm really looking forward to the moment I can give that card to my husband and he can have a moment with his dad.

KarasTwin · March 2015

Great thread....I'm not in the best mood today, but I'm thankful for my job. I work at an agency that provides the elderly and disabled population get in home services to avoid nursing home placement. I called a client this morning to get her set up for meals on wheels and at first she was kind of grouchy and hesitant to share her info which is completely understandable given some of the scams out there. By the end she was telling me how nice and patient I was and that she could tell I really wanted to help people and that I was really good at my job. It warmed my heart and made me feel so good.

frankengibbs · March 2015

Thank you for starting a thread all about being positive and looking for the good things on life. I think sometimes it's too easy to get caught up in the stress of life so I love this.
As for myself, I am thankful that I will have Friday off from work so I will be able to attend both of my doctors appointments that day and finally find out whether or not LO will have cystic fibrosis since I have the non-mutated gene for it, but we aren't sure if my DH does and our insurance wont include him soon enough to have him tested.
I'm also excited that in less than 10 weeks we will be able to hold our daughter for the first time and start our journey together as a family. I know it sounds sappy, but I'm just very ready to get to love on this sweet baby girl.

Serenamarr · March 2015

I feel so blessed that no matter what, things always seem to work out for FI and I. Not that we don't have worries or bad things don't happen and cause a change of plans, but in the end, things always work out that our basic needs are met and we are together and happy. I also feel blessed everyday to have such a generous and loving family. We finally moved away together this past December and at the time were both unemployed. Since then, FI has started a wonderful job he loves and is great at, that allows him to spend most days at home with me. But we wouldn't have been able to get up on our feet without my mom's help especially. She is 66 and partially retired but still insisted on helping us financially with whatever we needed to start out. We live on a tight budget, but I can't wait until FI's business expands and we not only have the money to be completely financially stable, but to pay my mom back WITH interest and prove to everyone that our hard work paid off!!

valeriemarie24 · March 2015

I'm truly thankful for all the support my family has given me so far. I'm only 22 and not yet married so I think it was a huge shock to everyone. But even though my parents are separating they still came together and went through their whole house trying to find old baby stuff of mine and my brother's to try to cut down on the money my bf and I have to spend. My dad went out and got the things needed to build a new bassinet stand since the old one was missing bars, and my mom is always asking me if I need this or that. She's going to take me curtain shopping this weekend since the window we have for the baby room doesn't have any coverings on it at the moment. And my brother, even though he doesn't fully understand what's going on because of his autism, is so excited to be an uncle. It's really opened my eyes to how great my family was able to come together even in my unforeseen circumstance. And since neither my bf or I have the best paying jobs ATM, it was really nice being able to get a good chunk of money back from our tax returns, it will be so helpful.

Mommaswizz · March 2015

Love hearing everyone's happy things :-)

I'm most thankful for my family and friends who hosted the sweetest baby shower yesterday! Everyone's generosity and excitement for our little girl has me so emotional about all the good in my life. It was an awesome day and we're having so much fun unpacking and organizing all her gifts and adorable outfits!

Secondly, i'm so thankful that one week from today i'll be relaxing in the Bahamas for our babymoon! I can't wait for some sunshine and one last getaway with my handsome husband before we gear up for our girl's arrival!!

iheartpancake · March 2015

I know some of you mentioned you feel sappy, but I honestly enjoy reading about the good things in people's lives!! Bring on that sap!!

mjschenk · March 2015

First off baby kicks and movement all the time. But also finally finding a dresser.
But more than anything my most amazing husband who I can't wait to give his 1st Father's Day gift a baby backpack, that was the second thing I bought, right after the crib. He loves hiking and is gonna be stoked!

mrs1374a · March 2015

I am truly thankful for a healthy pregnancy, for the second time. We have a 3 year old DD who is the love of our lives. I'm lucky enough to have a husband who works so hard so I can stay home. I just love my baby and I can't wait to be a family of 4.

aj1327 · March 2015

I'm so thankful to be pregnant and that it happened pretty quickly for us. I'm also thankful for my husband and how hard he works. I get the opportunity to decide whether or not I want to work next year (leaning towards not working). I grew up with a single mom, who was absolutely amazing and I was blessed with her as well(she passed away almost four years ago). She was such a great role model and always worked extremely hard. No clue how she did it all. I'm so happy to have the opportunity to stay home with my little guy next year!

staceyfern · March 2015

I'm a teacher and on spring break! Wahoo!! I went this weekend and ordered furniture for the baby's room. This week it is getting painted and carpet. So excited it is all starting to come together!!

staceyfern · March 2015

Also due to my religion I am not having a baby shower. I would have loved one for the experience but understand why my family and friends are not doing it. Today my husband told me that the moms on my stepsons baseball team are going to take me out and have a mini one. I was so excited to hear this!

dancegurl1118 · March 2015

I am SO beyond thankful for my husband. I don't know where he came from but he is a different breed of man, and one that I most days do not deserve by a long shot. He was incredible before, but seeing how he's responded during my pregnancy makes my heart swell and it will probably explode when I see him as a dad.

I am thankful for a complication free (thus far) pregnancy. Unfortunately I see every day that that is not the case, and sometimes for no real reason. I complain about feeling like a bag of old assholes a lot, but in reality and comparison I feel great.

I am so happy that I have friends and family, a job with security to come back to after 16 weeks off, an apartment that is livable, and the money to indulge when I want honey mustard wings at 11pm. Man those wings were good last night..

Natti525 · March 2015

Love this feed!!

I am SO thankful for my hubby - he has come to every single Dr's appt with me and been a HUGE support and shoulder to cry on throughout a rough pregnancy for me (especially as a FTM). He has just been so helpful, thoughtful, and sweet - just thinking about him being a Daddy to our little girl makes me cry!

Also my Mom, Sister and MOther in Law have been so wonderful helping me get through some emotional times. I'm so thankful that they all live close by so that they can teach me to be as great of Mothers as they are!!!

KaLikeAWind · March 2015

Thankful for my sister, who has really been super supportive thru my pregnancy, helping me with advice on literally everything. She is 5 years younger than me, so its a strange role reversal for me. But she seems to know when I could use an ear and always somehow shoots me a text and asks me how I am doing when I am feeling down or stressed. She just found out about my step father wanting to come with my mom in July to visit (you guys may remember my stress over this) and she was immediately on my side and said she would bring it up with my mom. I just, I really love her, and have all these pregnant lady hormones running thru me at how much I love her for her friendship and support right now

ElRuby · March 2015

Today my husband said if he had to be the one carrying the baby he would have already asked his doctor to be taken out of work and put on bed rest... It was kind of validating that he recognized how much women go through when they are pregnant

karaelaine1991 · March 2015

mellymar said:
Thankful for my sister, who has really been super supportive thru my pregnancy, helping me with advice on literally everything. She is 5 years younger than me, so its a strange role reversal for me. But she seems to know when I could use an ear and always somehow shoots me a text and asks me how I am doing when I am feeling down or stressed. She just found out about my step father wanting to come with my mom in July to visit (you guys may remember my stress over this) and she was immediately on my side and said she would bring it up with my mom. I just, I really love her, and have all these pregnant lady hormones running thru me at how much I love her for her friendship and support right now

Sisters are the best

MrsCaliRN · March 2015

Great topic! I'm looking forward to my baby boy getting here. He was totally unexpected but I am so in love with him at this point that I can barely believe it. I just want to know who's looks he'll get and what kind of personality he'll have. Also, my DH and I have gotten so much closer because of us getting pregnant and I know that was 100% God's plan.

allicat300 · March 2015

Yes! My SO told me today how much he appreciates how much i am sacrificing my body so we can have a child because he sees that it really is physically and emotionally demanding

AlyLynn07 · March 2015

So thankful that the Lord has blessed our family with the wonderful gift of a baby boy on the way! Although we can't wait to meet him, I'm also glad that we have some more time to focus on and enjoy our first, DS1, before baby arrives. He is such a sweet, funny, smart, and lovable little man - just like daddy!!

bbnmama2012 · March 2015

I'm so thankful for our huge support system. Today, my husband could not attend our appointment, but it was easy to find 3-4 others that were estatic to be able to attend in his place. Our little boy will be loved by so many people. He's one blessed little boy already.

megtyrrell · March 2015

This thread is such a good idea. Positivity is always awesome! I'm thankful today for my fiancé spending the day with me and making it special but not overwhelming (it is my birthday). I'm also really happy that we finally bought our daughter's crib and set it up. It looks so beautiful that it almost makes me cry (happy tears). Lastly, I am very happy that it's getting warmer outside where I live. We got a lot of snow in February and freezing temperatures, so that made it hard to go places. Now it's starting to feel like spring and it's so nice.

laurendutch · March 2015

Thankful for my two cute boys, my amazing husband and wonderful family and friends.

This week I'm especially grateful for my education. I have a bachelors in Health with an emphasis in Nutrition and Womens health. With the news of gestational diabetes, I know I can conquer it and adapt my lifestyle.

jmk729 · March 2015

Right now I am super thankful for my pregnancy pillow and spring break (I'm a teacher). I woke up today when I felt like it and with NO hip pain!!

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Also super thankful for my DH who just tells me to be comfortable and not worry about him. Pretty sure that giant pillow is pushing him off the bed in the middle of the night!

KarasTwin · March 2015

ockquote class="Quote" rel="jmk729">Right now I am super thankful for my pregnancy pillow and spring break (I'm a teacher). I woke up today when I felt like it and with NO hip pain!!

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Also super thankful for my DH who just tells me to be comfortable and not worry about him. Pretty sure that giant pillow is pushing him off the bed in the middle of the night!

Lucky you to wake without hip pain. And I agree! DH encourages me to rest when I can because he knows how tiring pregnancy is. I know I tosd and turn and keep him awake and he just says as long as I rest and sleep, he'll be ok. He has a very physically demanding job and works overtime as Much as possible. I don't know what I'd do without him! I can't wait to see him as a daddy!

mvargas12 · March 2015

I am so thankful for my mom. She has been so supportive, loving, and encouraging my whole life. There is really absolutely nothing I can't go to her about. She knows her limits and knows when to interfere. Her advice is wise and just everything she does is filled with love. I will be so blessed if I have a quarter of the kind of relationship with my daughter that my sisters and I have with our mom.

During this pregnancy, she has kept my spirits high, my nerves calm, and has shown me how much love surrounds my family. So thankful!!

sweetmama101226 · March 2015

I am so thankful for my dearest husband that works hard and helps me around the house A LOT! We are thrilled about our second baby and cannot wait until she's finally out!! I can't wait to see my son's face when he sees her!

it's just so incredible! and I thank god for blessing me with my beautiful family! I am also thankful for my brothers and sisters that are extremely happy for me and supportive in everything! I am also thankful for my parents, even though they passed away almost 5 years ago, I know they are protecting my son and my unborn child as well as my nephews and nieces. I wish they were with us but life is life and we cannot live our entire life stressed over everything! life is beautiful and my kids make it better! God bless every one of you!!!

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casey06022015 · April 2015

I'm feeling thankful today because I was super worried about feeling pretty at my shower being so swollen and huge and I found the perfect maxi dress at old navy today!! And to top it off it was only 20 bucks! I actually feel good in it too. I am beyond happy! Plus it's the warmest it's been here in a while! Life is good today

HoosOnFirst · April 2015

Although I feel like garbage, I can be thankful for:
-DH being almost done with the nursery!
- A good check up with my doc yesterday!
- My commuter train being back on schedule since Monday! (It's been off schedule for 8 weeks due to the heinous Boston weather). I can now sleep in 45 minutes more each morning.
-Some solid daycare leads.

bee19831 · April 2015

Iam thankful for being pregnant , having a beautiful daughter and a wonderful husband . I can't wait to meet my lil man , 2 more months !

virginiaunicorn11 · April 2015

Sorry to always say this, but context is relevant: we are living abroad until about 6-8 weeks post-partum, then back to the U.S. for a few months, then back to Europe for my job. So we don't want to buy any large baby items, though we know we need some...
On Monday I posted to a local expat FB group, asking to borrow a bassinet, bathtub, etc. and was surprised how many kind ladies responded. One woman was only a 15 minute walk away, so tonight DH and I picked up a ton of things. She was so so wonderful, gave us many more things we can certainly use but I hadn't even asked for, and gave me tons of advice and insights about the local hospitals. We left and DH said, "Did we just meet an angel sent to help us?!" Indeed.

I am reminded to ask for help, and to pay it forward. It helped us take a deep breath and quell the anxieties that have been surfacing lately, too. And it's so fun to have the bassinet in our room now!!

ElRuby · April 2015

I had a giant beautiful salad for dinner and am now planning the perfect ice cream sundae while I watch Grey's Anatomy.... Life's simple pleasures

larissaolsen · April 2015

I just love reading this!! I am thankful for having a fourth healthy pregnancy! And in just 8 weeks I will get to meet my second son, Theodore Eric. I am most thankful for my husband, who despite losing his job the same month the plumbing went out in my home, he still manages to make me feel safe and calm everyday. Love to you all from Alaska ❤️❤️

aj1327 · April 2015

I'm thankful to be having this little guy in June, and I'm thankful that so many of my friends are also expecting. We can all relate what the other is going through!

I'm also thankful for the king size bed coming our way next Saturday!!!

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