Saturday, April 2, 2011

I made it!!

Since the beginning of this twin pregnancy journey, my goal was to work until April 1st - as long as I wasn't harming the babies or myself in doing so. Well, the weeks kept passing by, I kept working, and at 4:00 yesterday, I met my goal!! 36w1d, ZERO complications! I am still in disbelief that I have made it this far and that in 12 days (or less) these babies will be born!

A few weeks ago, we had maternity pictures taken and they turned out great! Here's a peek at one of my favorites.

This is my 35w picture.

We are feeling pretty ready, the nursery has come together and I *think* we have everything we need for them to come home.
Still on the hunt for the perfect bookshelf to put that lamp on.
We are also looking for a tiny side table to put next to the rocker, but it's certainly not a big deal if we don't find something before they are born. (The marks on the wall behind the cribs are reflections from the branch decal, a few of the leaves are mirrored.)

I am looking forward to a week and a half of relaxing. I was hoping to make a bunch of Thank You cards to have on hand during my time off before they come, but sitting at my craft table wrecks havoc on my swollen feet, ankles and legs so we'll see if I can manage to get any done.

Hope you are having a fabulous Saturday. Thanks for stopping by!
~Anika

15 comments:

Janice McDonald said...

Congrats Anika....you look fabulous-O! Wishing you an easy delivery and two wonderfully healthy babies. Rest, take care of yourself these last few days! Life will take a 360 once they arrive!

Sue Ann said...

YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL!!!!

Sara Mac said...

You look amazing Anika! Congrats on making it to your goal. Now take some time for you. It will be gone before you know it. Can't wait to see pics of the precious babies:)

Erika said...

You look amazing! Can't wait to see pictures of the little sweeties!

Diane Jaquay said...

I'm so excited for you and your hubby, I can feel your EXCITEMENT!!! Your little bundles will be here before you know it, but until then kick your feet up and take care of you :)

Kay D said...

You look so beautiful and so happy! I'm such a dork, but I'm excited FOR you! Congratulations, sweet lady!

Teresa said...

Anika,What a great picture of you and your hubby! I can wait to see pictures of the babies!The cribs that your dad made are beautiful!

Laura Isham said...

You look gorgeous, Anika! Congratulations on your healthy pregnancy. Can't wait to see pictures of those adorable little blessings! Thanks for inlcuding us on your blog.

Ann said...

Oh well done Anika - I do hope you can now have some time to relax before the big day! The nursery looks lovely too.

Unknown said...

Woo hoo! What a GORGEOUS maternity photo. And you made it to your goal! I've been off for a month - and secretly loving it. This Tues. is it!!! Come visit my blog and see my fav twin finds. I can't wait for your news and to finally find out what those little buggers are!

Jen Carter said...

That is a GREAT picture!! I am so super excited for you!! Can't wait to hear the news!! What a blessing from the Lord! :)

Amy Kolling said...

Anika, you look beautiful!!! I am super excited for you and to see those babies! Such a blessing and so glad that you have had a smooth pregnancy!

Katie said...

What a gorgeous pregnant mama you are! I am so happy that you've made it this far with no complications...you look amazing! I can't wait to see some pics of the little cuties!

Paulina said...

Oh, dearie, I have been so busy I haven't had a chance to visit your blog recently. Congrats on the twins! I knew you were expecting, but didn't see that it was two blessings- so happy for you and your hubby!! :)

The nursery looks adorable- love those little bouncy chairs!

Monica K. said...

The maternity picture turned out great. You both look so happy! :) Only a few more days!!