Life has always been full of the unexpected, so why should now be any different?  I am sure that most of you reading this blog are aware of my history of preterm labor.  We had hoped to delay, or even prevent it this time, but I still knew that it was likely going to happen.  What I didn't expect was for it to start at 14 weeks!  So, to make a long story short, I am officially on bed rest until this little one is born.  I am due Sep 6rh, so we are talking about a LONG stretch of bed rest ahead of me.

I would really appreciate your prayers!  This is no small feat with three young children, the oldest only 4.  Ever day, every hour is a challenge.  I cannot get up for more than 2 minutes or the cramping starts up.  I am not allowed to do ANY housework.  There are some things that I have to do, when I am alone with the girls, such as diapers, putting them down for naps and feeding them.  And that is a challenge.

Poor Nathan is working long hours and comes home to a messy house and all of my work awaiting him.  He has a good attitude about it, though.  I am sure that he will need plenty of prayers, too.

A lady from my church came over yesterday to help me rearrange my living room, to make a play area next to the couch.  That will help to keep the girls right ear me and occupied.  I will ty to do better at keeping yuou all updated!