I know, I know it has been forever. For some reason this blog stresses me out. I do use it for documenting my life but when I get so behind, I don't know where to start.
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2010 has been eventful to say the least
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First things first, we had an amazing Christmas and New Years. B and I both said we thought this was one of the best! We got to hang out with both families and Lennon is now such a fun age. We really did enjoy it.
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After the holidays I did something really stupid... I was reaching in the backseat of my car because Bajio had spilled everywhere and I was trying to clean it up while driving. (I know genius.) As I came up from digging in the backseat, we were off the road and starting to roll.
It was horrible.
I just remember looking back at Lennon and trying to reach back and brace him. It was horrible to see the terror in his eyes, but I think it was equally horrible knowing that B was following us and watching the whole thing. Well, we only rolled onto the side of the car and I was trying to get out so that B knew we were okay. Sure enough, B came running up in a panic pounding on the window and was then reassured that we were okay. Finally they (people pulled over to help) pryed the door open and I handed them Lennon and crawled out.
All in all I learned a lesson.
NEVER REACH IN THE BACKSEAT WHILE MOVING. PULL OVER!!
I was embarrassed but grateful we were okay. Lennon didn't have a scratch. What a blessing.
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Well, since I totalled my car, B had to sell his truck and Farrah and Shawn so kindly gave us Shawn's civic for B to drive. I can't tell you how grateful we are for them and their graciousness. I don't know if they know how much that really means to us.
In the meantime, B and I bought another Jeep. This one is a bit different. It is a Commander. We like it, but it is bitter sweet. I was so mad I had to even buy a car, but we really are so blessed to have such an amazing family. That helped a lot.
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B got his LSAT score back and did well. He has applied to several schools and has been accepted to almost all that he has applied for. We are just waiting on a few more to see where we will end up. I am so proud of B. It has been a long time coming.
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Last but surely not least... I am pregnant.
I know, crazy.
We are excited but it is kind of bad timing. I will have this baby right after we move for school (if we have to move). It has been a difficult pregnancy. I hesitated to tell anyone I am pregnant because it has been so difficult. I had some complications and went into the hospital knowing for sure I was miscarrying. Sure enough, they still saw a heartbeat! I honestly was shocked. I was already prepared to give this little one up, but sure enough it was alive and well.
The doctors explained that I had what is called, Placental abruption. I had no idea what that was until now. My placenta has partially ripped away from the uterine wall causing a lot of bleeding and cramping. The doctors informed me that it was pretty common in pregnancy, but mine is just a little more severe than normal and I basically had a fifty-fifty chance of it healing. Because my chances weren't too good, they told me I had to stay down and lift nothing. Because I have Lennon I have been staying at my parents so that my mom can help me with him. She has been an angel.
This all started a little over a month ago.
I am still being told to stay down, still bleeding a bit, but I am hopeful.
The baby is amazingly perfect. Heartbeat is perfect. Everything looks normal.
Amazing.
Oh and ITS A BOY!
I couldn't be happier. I wanted a brother so bad for Lennon. Now all I need to do is sit on my butt and hopefully he will get that brother.
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So this year has been nuts so far and I don't think it is going to slow down. So far we have been so blessed. We are lucky.
I will post pictures later.
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2010 has been eventful to say the least
...
First things first, we had an amazing Christmas and New Years. B and I both said we thought this was one of the best! We got to hang out with both families and Lennon is now such a fun age. We really did enjoy it.
...
After the holidays I did something really stupid... I was reaching in the backseat of my car because Bajio had spilled everywhere and I was trying to clean it up while driving. (I know genius.) As I came up from digging in the backseat, we were off the road and starting to roll.
It was horrible.
I just remember looking back at Lennon and trying to reach back and brace him. It was horrible to see the terror in his eyes, but I think it was equally horrible knowing that B was following us and watching the whole thing. Well, we only rolled onto the side of the car and I was trying to get out so that B knew we were okay. Sure enough, B came running up in a panic pounding on the window and was then reassured that we were okay. Finally they (people pulled over to help) pryed the door open and I handed them Lennon and crawled out.
All in all I learned a lesson.
NEVER REACH IN THE BACKSEAT WHILE MOVING. PULL OVER!!
I was embarrassed but grateful we were okay. Lennon didn't have a scratch. What a blessing.
...
Well, since I totalled my car, B had to sell his truck and Farrah and Shawn so kindly gave us Shawn's civic for B to drive. I can't tell you how grateful we are for them and their graciousness. I don't know if they know how much that really means to us.
In the meantime, B and I bought another Jeep. This one is a bit different. It is a Commander. We like it, but it is bitter sweet. I was so mad I had to even buy a car, but we really are so blessed to have such an amazing family. That helped a lot.
...
B got his LSAT score back and did well. He has applied to several schools and has been accepted to almost all that he has applied for. We are just waiting on a few more to see where we will end up. I am so proud of B. It has been a long time coming.
...
Last but surely not least... I am pregnant.
I know, crazy.
We are excited but it is kind of bad timing. I will have this baby right after we move for school (if we have to move). It has been a difficult pregnancy. I hesitated to tell anyone I am pregnant because it has been so difficult. I had some complications and went into the hospital knowing for sure I was miscarrying. Sure enough, they still saw a heartbeat! I honestly was shocked. I was already prepared to give this little one up, but sure enough it was alive and well.
The doctors explained that I had what is called, Placental abruption. I had no idea what that was until now. My placenta has partially ripped away from the uterine wall causing a lot of bleeding and cramping. The doctors informed me that it was pretty common in pregnancy, but mine is just a little more severe than normal and I basically had a fifty-fifty chance of it healing. Because my chances weren't too good, they told me I had to stay down and lift nothing. Because I have Lennon I have been staying at my parents so that my mom can help me with him. She has been an angel.
This all started a little over a month ago.
I am still being told to stay down, still bleeding a bit, but I am hopeful.
The baby is amazingly perfect. Heartbeat is perfect. Everything looks normal.
Amazing.
Oh and ITS A BOY!
I couldn't be happier. I wanted a brother so bad for Lennon. Now all I need to do is sit on my butt and hopefully he will get that brother.
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So this year has been nuts so far and I don't think it is going to slow down. So far we have been so blessed. We are lucky.
I will post pictures later.
11 comments:
I heard you got a second confirmation that it was a boy!! Congrats!! I was pretty sure, but it is always nice to have a second person agree! Would love to scan you again soon!
Crazy stuff Rachel. I'm so glad you're all doing okay from wrecking the car. What a scary thing! Congratulations on your second boy too!
oh wow. the car roll over! so scary. and congrats to b on his school stuff. maybe you could come to dc? i know chris is aiming for you to head down south by him, but let's face it. dc is so much more rad than vegas. and then...congrats on your baby boy! so sorry things have been hard for you though. sounds pretty intense in your household!! i'll be waiting for more blog updates so i know if you picked me or my brother :)
Love you Rach! I cried a little... I hope that little guy stays put...my baby needs a buddy. I can actually picture them running around in a couple of years hitting each other with swords and balls (or whatever other unsafe object is in front of them)! I can't wait!
HA i just got done chatting you on FB but CONGRATS again! oh and i got pregnant the same time last year. and then we moved for school its not that bad. it will give you enough time to get settled then baby will come and everyone will want to come visit and take care of you and the new baby and lennon of course! and tell carly you will always pick chris and i over her but we still love her anyway.
Rachel, When I watch my children with their kids I can't help but feel that I have done something right. I might be a little prejudice but I have the most beautiful and normal grandchildren around. Watching Lennon these last weeks has been good for me because I needed to bond with him and I have. Rachel, you are a good mom and daughter and I know if you could be on your own you would, but you can't. This too shall pass, I keep saying! Love you, mom
craziness.
congrats on baby numero 2.... i think its a really great sign that you have made it this far! its funny because i asked amber a couple of weeks ago if you guys would have more kids and she just kind of gave me a vague answer. guess i know why now.
i am jealous of 2 boys, i wanted greta to be a boy.
take care and be hopeful.
Wow. Congrats on the babe and so happy everyone is safe! Congrats, B, on law school.
Congrats Rachel on bebe number two! I hope all goes well for you. My situation wasn't as scary as yours is, but I know its tough to not be able to do the things you want to while pregnant, it's a long nine months but SO worth it! (as you already know :) Hang in there!
rach.. i am coming to see you. you staying at your parents every night? let me know, because i want to come visit. hope that cute little baby stays in there.. sorry you are going through all of that. see you soon :)
I am so excited for you guys! Sounds like you have had a rough couple of months, but i am so glad that little boy is doing ok. It is definatley crazy having two close together, but it is so worth it. Congrats!
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