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Week 41!

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I am officially on maternity leave as of this Monday, and yes, I am still pregnant! So I have had a few relaxing days of vacuuming, reading, scrapbooking, napping, refolding baby clothes, and taking Lucy for waddles around the block. At the latest, I will be induced a week from today if baby hasn't decided to make her grand entrance on her own yet. We will keep you updated! Thanks to all for your encouraging emails, letters, and prayers. Here's a picture of the belly at 41 weeks!

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Anonymous said…
come on pumpkin---come out and meet us---we already love you so much!
November 12, 2008 at 5:45 PM
Anonymous said…
Ditto on what auntie said. We are so excited to meet our Dainty Grandbaby! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
November 12, 2008 at 7:20 PM
ses said…
oh friends! thinking of you two (almost three!)
November 13, 2008 at 9:35 PM
Mrs. Johnson's 4th grade said…
oh nikki...i remember trying to take eli for a walk! at the end kevin wouldnt even let me go with them because i walked so slowly! :)

all of up here in iron river are anxiously awaiting news of the baby :) and laurel cant wait to have a new friend :)
November 14, 2008 at 7:51 AM
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