十九 (19) days left...

In my weekly updates I receive via email about Baby Tse, they say that a baby at his stage of development is estimated to be weigh 6 to 7 pounds and be between 16 ½ to 19 ½ inches long.
He's gains half an ounce of fat per day. This fat helps him body regulate his temperature and keep an even blood-sugar level. The brain, and the skull that houses it, continue to grow.

Our little one could come at any time...we know it could be at any hour on any day now. We're still thinking it will happen sooner rather than later. Actually, I don't know anyone who feels differently.

Since the end is near, I'm feeling pretty uncomfortable and very anxious! I know Baby Tse is probably uncomfortable too. I am not convinced he knows exactly what's in store for him though - the journey and the world that awaits him. Being out here isn't as warm and cozy as where he is right now, but I think he'll adjust wonderfully. I know he feels our love now, but soon, there will be no limitations.

Yesterday, I thought about Christmastime. Ya know how some people buy that special someone a gift in advance because it is on sale or because they know they won't find a better gift? And no matter how hard they try, they cannot keep it until Christmas? A few days or a few weeks before Christmas, they say, "Here's your Christmas present! I know it isn't Christmas yet, but I've had your gift forever! I can't stand it anymore! I want to give it to you NOW! So, here you go! OPEN IT!" And then there are those that receive a gift from someone who says, "I know it is early, but I won't see you for Christmas! So, I'm giving you your present early, but don't open it until Christmas!" This also drives some people crazy! They can't stand not knowing!

Where am I going with this? Well, in a sense, Baby Tse has been that gift we received that we couldn't open. Carrying our gift around has been exciting! We talk a lot about him, try to guess details about him, etc. But unlike Christmas that always falls on December 25th, the day he will arrive is unknown. Our due date is only an estimation. He could and will probably arrive any day now! We're doing a good job remaining patient, but waiting is not easy!

On that note, I will close. Ya know what's funny? With every blog entry I post, I cannot help but wonder if it will be my last one before Baby Tse is born. :)

~T.T.