Joyful

So I haven't mentioned this here yet, but- we're having another baby!

I'm 13 weeks and 2 days along. I have an appointment with my high-risk Dr. on the 5th, and am praying that everything is well with the little one.

This morning when I woke up I laid my hand on my tummy (I was lying on my back). To my shock and delight I could feel EXACTLY where the little one was! He (or she) was curled up in a ball below and to the left of my belly button. He was Right There! I could cup my hand over the bundle of joy and feel nearly all the way around him. I called Jonathan over, and he could distinctly feel the baby as well. It was so wonderful! I was suddenly struck with curiosity, so I pulled my head and shoulders up (remaining on my back) to look at my tummy- sure enough there was a bulge on my lower left side, a good inch and a half higher than the right! These things do make me happy :-)

I am a joyful mother.