my suprise..

[SJQ2015]

I'm 34 yrs old divorced mother of 3 very active boys :) my oldest is 14 and my youngest is 8.  To be honest. Another child was never in my plans. I had my hands full a busy schedule a full time career. And then last febuary, during a routine checkup I got the surprise of my life. Guess what your expecting. My first reaction was disbelief. I been on a pill I had not forgot one. How did this happen. It must be wrong. But after 4 at home tests, I realized my Dr wasn't pulling my leg and indeed this was in fact happening to me. The next wave to hit me was dispare. Im not married. I already struggle thru my day. And most fore front in my mind. I'm 34... I'm too old for a baby. I spent countless days crying, I considered other options ( only briefly). I hadn't told my children yet. They found out when I was 16 weeks. My 11 yr old eavesdropped on a conversation with my mother. The reaction I got wasn't at all what I was feeling. As I watched 3 boys (one nearly a man) bouncing around the room yelling and laughing in complete joy and total abandonment. That made the decision for me to keep it. Still in a funk and not at all excited. I went into my 18 week ultrasound. A boyfriend and 3 boys in tow. 5 mins into the us. The techniction asked if we would like to know the gender. The boys became all ears crowded around the screen ( blocking my view) as she announced we were having a girl. I watched 4 males turn to instant mush. And my heart paused for a brief second. The sounds of there excitedness faded away. And the word girl echoed thru my mind. Hours later I sat alone at home. Staring at this tiny almost human looking black and white shot. I never thought I'd have a girl. I'm not sure I know how to raise one. But one thing is certain. No Lil girl could ever be more loved then she was at that moment. No Lil girl has been as eagerly anticipated by 3 Lil boys as she is now. I'm 22 weeks today. And I still have my moments of doubt. My life isn't perfect my relationship isn't perfect. But I now believe this lo was indeed ment to be. And in the end everything will work out. Some of the greatest gifts in life turn out to be the unexpected gifts.  BTW. We have decided to name her seraphine julienne ( Sera for short). I'd love to know how many of you had similar reactions if there are any.

[gwenyu]

My relationship is not perfect, been married almost 8 years amd we're still figuring things out. I have 3 babies from 10 yrs to 1 yr. We started talking divorce at the beginning of the year when I found out we were expecting our 4th. I've been stressed because alot of those negative feeling might still be looming. I'm a little scared but in the end I know everything is going to be ok. I hate the saying everything happens for a reason, but there is alot of truth in that saying. I'm having a girl as well and I'm so excited.

[reem2015]

Very beautifully written!! I could almost imagine the scene while reading this! God Bless you and your family.. :)

[ambshah]

You are right, some beautiful gifts r really unexpected. God knows whats best for us n when is the right time to bestow upon us His blessings. Congratulations!!!

[ambshah]

You are right, some beautiful gifts r really unexpected. God knows whats best for us n when is the right time to bestow upon us His blessings. Congratulations!!!

[cdolan2012]

Beautiful story, thank you for sharing!