"Is daddy going to have to sleep on the floor,
because he won't fit in the bed with you and
your big tummy?"
and last night before Brent gave me a blessing and he was talking to the children about the significance of this and asked why they thought it was a good thing. One unnamed child, who should know better, said,
"Well, because mommy's so old."
No, but yes. It's my fault because I talk about it often. When I showed up at the Doctor's office for my first OB visit when I was pregnant with Britton I glanced at my chart. Right there, boldly written on top for everyone to see was a stamp that read,
"ADVANCED MATERNAL AGE"
I couldn't believe it. I was only 35, but apparently that's the magical age when the risk factors increase. They offered my genetic testing and made sure I knew the risks. I politely declined the tests. I'm ready and feel good. Thanks everyone for the good wishes.
*****
We're off today on the Spurgeon Family epic journey. We're headed to see some wonderful, historic sights that are part of Church History.
We're also going to see:
My fabulous sister and her hubby
My old roomie, Jen, and her family
and THIS GIRL who is performing at the
BYU Stadium of Fire 4th Celebration.
(We've got one very excited teen and tween.)
Don't worry about me in the car for 10 hours, I've got the list of activities all figured out.
1. Separate trouble-makers
2. Insert DVD
3. Press play
4. Repeat when necessary.
Have a great Independence Day weekend!!
22 comments:
Have a super fun time everyone. We will miss you terribly. Tell Miley hello and give sis Sarah a hug from us too.
Your spicy, never old. Your so young Debie. Be quiet. I do remember feeling that way with Mattie though. It's just odd feeling.
Be safe everyone and please get along in the car for your parents.
If you are all good, when you get back, I will make some over the top ice cream sundaes.
When we have a layover in SLC on Thursday I will wave to you! Drive safe and have a great time (Love you list of activities don't you just love living in today)
How on earth did we ever handle road trips with kids before DVD players. I know it's possible because Don and I did lots of them,but they were usually anything but relaxing.
Have a great trip Deb and family!
We can't wait to see you guys!
I'm really sad I am going to miss you, but really excited for those girls to see Hannah Montana adn the Blue Man Group.
Wow, have a great trip, you guys!! Our tween would be insanely jealous if I told her about your 4th of July plans... I guess I'll have to tell her! :)
SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO EXCITED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I can't wait to do every thing.
blog4ever!
Hehe hehe hehe!
Those comments by your kids had me cracking up. You are definitely young Debie. I hope you have a fun trip--I'm sure it will be.
I wasn't worried about restless kids so much as I was a newly preggo woman traveling in a car for hours! Hope you feel well on the trip. Have fun!
Have a good time! What a fun vacation, look out for Jen and Cory at the Stadium of Fire (I heard they just got tickets too!) and say hi to Miley for all of us :)
Have a great trip, I am sure your girls are so excited to see Mylie Cyrus. Oh and how is to say when you are to old to have kids. If you feel great then go for it, and you did. Congrats again.
Congrats on the big news! I am so happy for you guys. Hope the car ride is gentle to you!
I have never gone to the Stadium of Fire, even when I lived down there. Sounds like it will be a very exciting night!
Have a great time. Sounds like it will be so fun spending time with the family and doing lots of fun things! Can't wait to hear about it when you get back!
I hope you have a great time!! Can't wait to hear all about it when you get back!!!
I just love your blog Debie! You do such a great job with your posts. I always enjoy reading them. And I love the comments from your kids - very funny! And I tell you all the time...WE'RE NOT OLD yet. :) Drive safe and enjoy Utah!!
Have LOTs of fun this weekend....
Oh you are not old at all. 35 years old, You are so young girl:)
I know how you feel about being an older pregnant mom. Luckily my OB had been there done that and had a great bedside manner/attitude. How far along are you? Did I miss that info?
I hope your vacation is wonderful and that the whole family has a great time!
Holy Gaggeeebers! I left town and you got pregnant! CONGRATULATIONS! That is sooo exciting your so fabulous Im so happy for you! Your kids are so cute you should have ten more, I love all their pics and comments!
Hope you guys are having fun on your little trip.
About being "old"---trust me you're not! I was the same age as you when I had #6 and at the time I did feel kinda old. Now I look back and think what the heck? I was not old! (I may be now -- but you are not old in your 30's. Pregnant or not! No way no sir! And that is all I have to say about that!. Jera
Kids say the darndest things! I can't wait till I get the "over the hill" remarks. I'll be sure to have a wooden spoon handy.
Post a Comment