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30 Weeks and Two Days: Caution, Baby Bump Ahead

Today is Sunday, August 19, 2012, and I am now 30 weeks and 2 days pregnant.  It's hard to believe that we have a little less than 10 weeks left until the due date.  This week we had a doctor appointment on Friday and we thank God that everything continues to look good and Via appears to be healthy.   Here she is, in my belly. 



I know that with 10 weeks left, I am going to get bigger, but I'm to the point where rolling over in bed has become a chore and I'm just not sure how much bigger I can get.

This week we received a most precious gift from Grandma Sylvia.  For our wedding she crocheted a beautiful afghan for me and Justin.  We absolutely love and treasure it.  One time when we were gone, Mila had moved her kennel all the way over to our bed and had chewed the afghan through her kennel door.  The body of the blanket was in tact, but the fringe was a chewed-up and bloodied mess.  Justin was so mad that he even called Mila the scientific term for what she is.....a female dog.  We were so grateful when Kelli was able to use her yarn-master skills to restore the piece to its original beauty.  Now when we leave Mila in the kennel we also leave two 25 pound dumbbells on top of it so that she can't move. 

I was surprised to find a huge package from Grandma Sylvia on our porch one day this week when I got home.  Justin told me to open it and send him pictures of what it was since he was at work.  I dug into the box and discovered a whole bunch of crochet books, hooks, and yarn.  She had written a beautiful letter to us too.  Grandma said that she hasn't crocheted in a few years, but that she wanted to make one last piece for baby Sylvia.  She tried to make a blanket twice, but due to her achy wrists and poor vision she shouldn't complete the task.  Then she decided to pass everything on to Justin and I since we had recently taken up her beloved hobby.  Wow.  What an honor.  The letter and the package definitely brought tears to my eyes.  I'm so excited to keep developing skill.  Maybe one day Via will learn to crochet and love it too.

This week I finished my first adult hat.  I think it's pretty cute, and since it's made for my head I guess I'll have to keep it.  :)



Yesterday Justin and I celebrated our five year wedding anniversary.  I probably brag on Justin too much, but I can't help it.  He's an amazing best friend and such a wonderful and godly leader in our home.  I can't wait to see him grow as he steps into the "dad" role.  Via is one lucky lady to have such a great dad. 

I'll close with a picture of a really great day. 




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  1. MederFam5August 28, 2012 at 5:06 PM



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    Janis Mederich The hat is beautiful. I love reading your posts, and can't wait to meet your little girl.

    August 19 at 4:42pm · Like.




    Jason Hunt You are so graceful and Godly. Via is blessed. :-)

    August 19 at 5:11pm via mobile · Like · 1.




    Adria Bueg That hat and the bump sent the post into cuteness overload.

    August 19 at 5:32pm via mobile · Like · 2.




    Ashley Aumiller That is a very pretty hat you made. If you are feeling froggy and would like to make another one for me I wouldn't mind. lol.

    August 19 at 6:37pm · Like.




    Jasmine Mederich Not going to lie.. This is the first time any blog has brought tears to my eyes. :) I love you 4 SO MUCH.. (Yes I included Syl and Mila). So blessed to have you in my life.

    August 19 at 6:38pm · Like.




    Janelle Kick Robyn what a wonderful job you are doing with your blog, it is so wonderfully written! You are a very beautiful pregnant mama and I will continue to pray health and safety for you and Via! I'm glad you are so blessed with a wonderful man in your life and you'll be wonderful parents! Beautiful hat by the way! Wanna make me one, hint hint! ;-) Loves!

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