Monday, August 25, 2008

This, that and something else.

Breathe, just breathe in and out!

Driving to the Dr. office this morning I got teary. I had to take several deep breaths to keep it together. I consider myself extremely blessed and don't mean to dwell on one difficult experience in my life, but after having an experience a couple of years ago when there was no heart beat, I am cautious. But you know what makes me even tearier? The help, the concern, the show of love that we recieved from others. Many of who are reading this right now.

There are so many gorgeous woman in the waiting room at the Dr. office who are there for different reasons. I look at each of them (trying not to seem nosey) and wonder about their story. Some past child bearing years, just in for their annual check. Some of those women are baby Pro's. One particular couple caught my eye. They were early 40's expecting their first. I just knew it. I see Laura P., who is expecting twins, with her two other small gorgeous children. One women of Indian descent in late pregnancy. Beautiful.

I look nervous, I feel nervous. Once inside the very familiar room I thumb through several magazines, but don't really read them. I tell Dr. T that I'm nervous. He understands. Deep breaths. I stare at the ceiling panel that has been replaced by a plastic panel with three fighter jets on it. Is that supposed to relax me?

There is it. 160 beats a minute strong.

Dr. T squeezes my shoulder as I let out a long, appreciative sigh.


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Happy 1st Anniversary Sarah and David.
One year ago today this gorgeous couple were sealed in the Columbia River Temple. Months of planning produced a beautiful day.

Dallin says that he loves Sarah's house because
"...they have two bathrooms and two people, that's one each. They are just lucky."

Cameron says he loves David because he's got "....cool harmonicas that he lets me play."

Elizabeth and Kenley are currently in New York city with Sarah, David and Grandma and Grandpa. I'm pretty sure their words would be something like this, "We love Sarah and David because they are taken us all around Washington D.C, Philadelphia, and New York City and spoiled us with their attention and company."

Elizabeth said that on Saturday she had the best hamburger of her life, Sunday she had the best pizza ever and today she ate the best cupcake she has ever had. Pure fun.
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This is long overdue Kenley, but FANTASTIC JOB!! You were absolutely amazing.

Kenley was asked by the Stake Presidency to speak in Stake Conference. Ms. Cool, calm and collected did awesome.

36 comments:

Anonymous said...

Did Kenley do a great job on her talk? I wasen't there so just wondering. That is a really cute picture of Kenley. Happy 1st anniversary Sarah and David. Have a great day.
Bye bye.♥☺♥

Anonymous said...

Britton I miss you. I want to see you again. When is a good time for you to come over? Call me.
Woof!!!! Woof!!!!!

Heather said...

There is nothing better than hearing that heartbeat, I'm so glad it was loud and strong for you!

Kenley did do GREAT! I'm so jealous of that trip, it sounds fun!

::lindsay said...

I agree. I always breathe a big sigh of relief once I've heard the heartbeat. I'm so excited for you.

Good job, Kenley!

AOlson said...

Kenley was AMAZING in conference. I was blown away by how cool and comfortable she was up there. I always freak out. What a great example she was to me.

Heart beat?!?! OH MY GOODNESS! How exciting Debi. I didn't know you were expecting. Congratulations!! Have I been living under a rock? When is the glorious "due date"?

dandee said...

First:: SO glad to hear the babes heart is beating strong.

Second:: Totally jealous of Elizabeth and Kenley. SO jealous!

Third:: I can't tell you how impresssed we were with Kenley at stake conf. She did an amazing job.

Jen said...

After I had the twins, I was always petrified that I was having multiples again, until they did that first ultrasound... then I could relax. Not the same as you, I know- and it sounds petty compared to your experience. I understand, though, that you know how hard it was once, and it's scary to always have that in the back of your mind. I'm glad everything is okay.

On another topic... would you ask your parents about adopting me? I'm even willing to be an adoptive grandchild. That trip sounds awesome!

The family trunk said...

Hi how are you? I love how bentley (the dog) commented!!!!!
Bye 4 now!♥☺

SuzanSayz said...

Debi, worrying about your baby's heart beat is certainly not trivial in any way at all. I am so happy for you that you were able to hear that healthy little heart beat. Hooray for baby Spurgeon! How exciting for the girls to be invited on such a fabulous trip. Hooray for Elizabeth and Kenley! I can't believe that Kenley got up there in front of the whole Stake Conference and gave a talk. A Huge Hip, Hip Hooray for Kenley!!!

Kris said...

Good news about the baby. It just makes me smile. I am so happy for you. I was impressed with the youth that talked during our session of Conference. Glad to hear that Kenley was calm and did great.

Jan said...

Whew- that parts over with and it is strong. Yeah.

Glad the girls are having fun. And all I hear is how great Kenley did. So happy for her to have had that experience.

She looks so pretty in that picture. As well as Sarah and her husband.

Megan said...

I am SOOO glad you got a good strong heartbeat, I too am always nervous and I haven't had an experience like yours--it is always good to hear but I realize that it must be extra special to you.
Kenley was awesome--even my kids listened:)

Amy J. said...

With the title, this that and the other I thought you were going to announce that you were having triplets! I breathed a sigh of relief right there with you...

Jeanette said...

I am so glad you heard a heart beat! I am sure that took alot of anxiety away. I hope you have an effortless, healthy, happy rest of your pregnancy.

Happy Anniversary Sarah & David. 1 year down, an eternity to go...

Stacia said...

Glad you had a good appointment. I know that worry all too well. And after you experience that you never take that beautiful sound for granted again.

donna said...

way to go Miss Kenley...... Speaking in SC:) How cool.....

Glad to know that you are doing good and your baby is very healthy...

Oh we went to Washington Sq mall in Portland.

Nicki said...

Kenley did an amazing job. She didn't even seem nervous. I'm so glad your appointment went well. I'm also glad I'm not the only one who wonders why people are seeing the doctor.

rip said...

Yay! Happy heartbeats! I am relieved for you. That is one of the best sounds in the world!

Kenley did great! She presented her topic very well.

Emily said...

I am so happy for you!! I know the feeling of panic at that first time they try to find the heartbeat. I'm so glad you got to hear that wonderful sound!!

Bren's Life said...

Ok- Did you have to take so long to tell us? I was holding my breath with tears in my eyes just thinking about you & how you must of felt. I can't say that I have ever even been through that specific thing. But ugh!! I am so glad everything is ok & the baby's heart is beating.
I can't believe your daughter talked in Stake Conf. I as an adult would of been scared to death!!! Great Job

Deborama said...

yeah! Im so happy for you. I can't wait for the ultrasound! :)

tharker said...

Ahh, that first heartbeat is so magical. I'm so glad that your fears and worries were eased today.

And Kenley...KENLEY!!! She did such an amazing job!! As I listened to her, I still couldn't believe that it was an 11 year old up there. She was so composed and calm. If she was nervous, no one could tell! Great job Kenley!

Alicia Leppert said...

I got choked up at the first part of your post...I can only imagine what hearing that heartbeat meant to you.

Marilyn said...

I heard Kenley did a fantastic job, and I really wish I could have heard it!

Ms. Kristen said...

I am so glad to hear about a heartbeat!!!! I love how you described your doctors visit! I was feelin it!!! Good wordage!

As for your wonderful Kenley and My Dylan.....I think they were the best speakers.....!!!!

Pearl Girl said...

Oh I am so happy for you, The heartbeat makes it so much more real. :)

Sonja said...

I'm so glad things went well with your appointment, you must have been relieved to hear a heart beat.

Elizabeth said...

franks!!!!!!!!! (thanks)
blog4ever!

Anonymous said...

HEY what up dude!!!!!!!!!! Like it is totally awesome in the bahamas here! Love your blog!!!!!!! Surfs up! Oh and good job katie for whatever you did that was cool!!!!!!!!!!!

The Warnicks said...

Kenley did awesome! I loved her talk and she was very collected and calm! Looks like the girls had a great little vacation before school started! seems like they had a great time!

hatch said...

That is great baby news! Congratulations!

terramisu said...

Deb-
I just love you- You are such a neat person and you always have such a neat perspective!!!

Bren's Life said...

Deb- I just wanted to let you know. I didn't complie that info on McCain & Obama. I got it as an email & thought it was great info. I have been wanting to find info out like that & put it on my blog for others to see..
Thanks for always saying hi!
And would you post more so I can know how your doing... This once a month thing is just not ok with me!!!! :)

Jodi said...

There's always such comfort in that small heartbeat, isn't there? I'm so happy for you.

ashley said...

Kenley did awesome! I was so happy that I actually was in town to make it to that Stake Conference. Job well done and what a smart girl!

Andre said...

Congrats on expecting. You give me hope that it can be successful another time around.