Baby Shower Madness

With only 8 weeks to go, Baby John is swiftly reaching his arrival date. It can't come soon enough for this momma...I'm so done with pregnancy! Especially after bedrest and a few complications from preterm labor and contractions. One thing keeping me excited is the upcoming baby shower Mel is throwing us next Wednesday. Her enthusiasm and attention to detail for the shower and time she's spent preparing every little thing for it has really meant a lot to me personally. With my family and childhood friends not around, sometimes I've felt alone and rather independent, without a huge circle of friends like I've been accustomed to growing up. I've had to learn to be ok with spending holidays without my family and support system. Not to throw a pity party, I've come to terms with living in a different state and the losses that come with that. But there are several huge gains...mainly a great husband and wonderful marriage and a wonderful friend who has unselfishly taken time out of her day to plan something like this for me. And that means a whole, whole lot. Love you!
*J*