Happy Due Date!

Today is Carys' due date.  I kind of had a suspicion that she would come a little early, but I never imagined she would be here before Christmas!  Cora came on the day that I predicted she would come, so I feel like I've been in uncharted territory when it comes to these past two weeks.  But, the more I think about it, I am so thankful for God's plan for Carys' birth.  I was so anxious about the birth experience since we had such a difficult time with Cora.  But, being in San Antonio rather than at home, I just had to trust that everything was going to be okay.  With the exception of preferring to have my doctor (though the doctor that I had was perfectly fine), I would actually rate this hospital experience higher than my last experience.  What's really strange is adjusting to the idea that we are a family of 4 now.  I feel kind of like we are the American dream/cliche now - 2 kids and a dog.  There's no way that I can be old enough or mature enough to be the mom of 2!  John and I both remember wondering why they ever let us leave the hospital with Cora after she was born.  Someone must be crazy to let us parent 2 kids, hah!  So, happy due date to you, Carys.  As your big sis always says, "I'm so glad you're here!"