Belated thanks

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Registered: 05-27-2005
Belated thanks
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Sun, 08-21-2005 - 7:41pm

I just wanted to thank all of you who alleviated my concerns about my aunt with regard to my baby shower, which took place about a week ago. Nothing weird happened, and no one made a comment about my mom being absent. My three closest friends were on guard for all of that and had plans to sequester me if my aunt started talking about that.

I am so grateful that I was able to comfortably express my concerns to you all, even if I was catastrophizing. That wouldn't be the first time, right?

I've been catastrophizing about staying with my parents this week, but so far, so good. There are a few little things, but they do not concern me, so I am letting people be how they are. :) I have invented a couple of little rules for myself to help me just deal: 1.) scheduled naps, 2.) scheduled bedtime. I'm almost 27 weeks pregnant, so it's quite fitting. The sleep really helps, and I like knowing I can just go to my room at a certain time to wind down. I'll probably add 3.) scheduled pool time, which is lovely because my folks have a gorgeous pool.

We did go to the beach today (Indialantic--Judy, ever been??). That was lovely--hot, but lovely, and I took some pictures.

I'm finding that I am not as anxious about being away from DH. Maybe I'm growing up? Also, I think about how much I would panic and cry in the past over here, and this week I've cried once, but that was because I was exhausted and thinking about little stuff--nothing really huge.

Anyway, I'm so grateful to you all, and upon my return I plan to give back and try to help you all as much as you've helped me. God bless you all, and have a great week.

Love always,
Kendra

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Registered: 04-07-2003
In reply to: kschwitter
Sun, 08-21-2005 - 7:55pm
Kendra I am 15 minutes from Indiatlantic!!
Yep we go there my daughter does art shows with her
jewelry in the park there! Also in Melbourne-
If I had known you were that close I would have swam down!
HAHAHA! Babysat today then had to deal with my son who has had
a little to much to drink again!! I AM BEAT!!!
Kendra keep the faith!!! I know how parents are HAHAHA I AM ONE!
Well sounds like you can avoid when you need to which is good!!
Great about being away from hubby too!! It is YOU time.
Have fun and how long you are staying here in FL? Judy
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Registered: 07-21-2004
In reply to: kschwitter
Sun, 08-21-2005 - 7:59pm
Hey Kendra! So good to hear from you! And good to hear your aunt didn't bug ya. I was wondering about that, but didn't want to bring it up, since I wasn't quite sure what she was going to do. So I was kinda waiting to hear about that when you returned home.
So thanx for the update! You sound REALLY good, I am so happy things are going well. And scheduled pool time sounds like a great idea! I look forward to seeing pics when you get home! You and Mia take care, and I will talk to you soon! Be Safe and Take it Easy!
Love, shasta
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Registered: 03-11-2004
In reply to: kschwitter
Sun, 08-21-2005 - 8:00pm
If we were of help, then yvw. However, you are doing a great job, so give yourself the credit that's due, Kendra.