April 8, 2011
-
I can’t believe it has only been a month since the last update. It seems like a lot longer. As you may remember, last month we announced that not only were we expecting, but that twins were in the future. Well, that didn’t last long. Apparently 40%, or possibly even great percentage of pregnancies that start out as twins, don’t end up that way. It’s called vanishing twin syndrome. We lost one of the babies a few weeks after we found out about the twins. It hasn’t been traumatic in any way. I haven’t had any kind of miscarriage and the one baby is progressing nicely. We were a little sad and disappointed at the lost opportunity but somewhat relieved at the same time. Then there was the guilt at feeling relieved. So understandably, March was a complete wash…I don’t remember much of anything except doctors appointments and carpools. We did have Daryl and Angie Arnell and family here for a weekend for soccer tournaments toward the end of the month and the kids accused me of keeping secret all these extra cousins. They had a great time and can’t wait to get to Cache Valley this summer for a reunion.
Since then the maternity clothes have come out and it hasn’t been long enough since I wore them last. It was depressing trying them on and hating the way they looked. I was inspired by a facebook friends blog about recycling and upcycling clothing and so I have been busy altering and in some cases completely changing some of the clothing into things I like to wear. It has been surprisingly easy and I suspect with another few days I will have finished at least 10 items.
We are officially on the hunt for a new house…a rental this time…where we plan on staying for at least 3 years, maybe more. The market which was flooded with rentals just a few short years ago, has flipped and there are just not as many to choose from. We are being very picky though as Brian’s work and the girls school play a big part in how far we want to go. Our goal for moving is early June. We plan on selling our current home and hope to get it listed soon. This is all about downsizing and simplifying. It is strangely freeing to be getting rid of so many things. If only we were allowed to have garage sales in our community. As it is, Deseret Industries is benefiting mightily. The kids have even gotten into it. I got them each a large trunk. They are allowed to keep (toys) what will fit in their trunk. It has really helped in keeping things cleaned up too.
Everyone is healthy…not so much as a sniffle to complain about. Hopefully by next month we will have a better idea where we will be for the next few years.
Comments (2)
yay for the baby! already a cutie.
I had a vanishing twin also…if you ever need someone to talk to about it I am here. I didn’t think much of it untill after I had my survior baby. The nicu doctor told me it was a miracle that I didnt lose both. I don’t know why but he did. I hope your pregnacy goes smoothly. Love the idea of recycling the clothes. Wish I thought of that lol.