I love the Rocky movies. I always have. I love it when the underdog wins-in any sport. I love when all the odds are against someone, and they triumph anyway.
My favorite movie of the series is Rocky 4. Remember that crazy russian on steroids? Check out how much bigger he is than Stallone. I know it's just a movie but I cheer out loud when Rocky beats him. Can't you just hear the theme song playing?
The reason for this post?
I feel like Rocky.
I am pregnant with twins.
Again.
And I feel like an underdog.
I feel like all of the odds are stacked against me. I am unsure if I have the ability to step into that ring again. I would post a picture of myself but the following shows just as well how I am feeling (minus those amazing abs-of course!).
I have been SO sick, so tired, such an emotional train wreck. I cannot believe I am facing bed rest, the NICU, and taking care of infant twins again. I feel too old, too tired, too worn out. I hope that somehow, like Rocky, I will be able to suck it up, get back in the ring, and be able to win.
Most of all, I hope to have this Rocky moment...
Now, I just need my own soundtrack!
P.S.-This post is not meant to sound ungrateful or negative. We are so excited after all we have been through to be able to add to our family-we are just very overwhelmed!
10 comments:
Oh Nat! I love you! I'm so glad you're making your "official" announcement! And YOU are my Rocky hero! On a funny note- when I got your message yesterday about being in Costco I had to laugh, 'cause I had just left Costco. I was feeling sad that it wasn't the same Costco... I would have definitely turned around to come see you!!! We need to "chat" again. The boys keep asking me when they can talk to Saige and Madi!
Natalie, we are all going to stay positive that you won't have bedrest this time, that you won't have early babies, that this will be a whole new experience. We are your cheerleaders and want you to know that we are here for you. It WILL be a good experience this time around. Go Natalie!!!
You can do it Nat. I know you can!!! Love you guys... and I love Rocky :)
Wow! I'm so excited for your guys. Hope you get feeling better soon. I'm sure you are so overwhelmed, I really can't imagine how you feel!
Nat- I have to say I almost started to cry for you when my mom told me you were having twins again!!! It scares me to think about getting pregnant again and possibly having another round of twins. You have two great little helpers that will help you so much this go round! You will do awesome and I hope you get feeling better soon :)
First, I love the pictures of your girls playing basketball! It is in their genes to love it you know! And to be good at it too!
Congratulations on the babies! When I was first pregnant I thought "Wow! Two babies for only one icky pregnancy would be so nice!" Then I had Brylin and I thought...two babies...NO WAY! However, as long as I've known you the Lord has trusted you more than you trust yourself. He knows you can do it and so do I! And don't worry, you will be fighting for a chance to hold your own babies with those sisters!
Congratulations Natalie! Hang in there. Your girls are old enough to help you and I'm sure will be great big sisters. So happy for you and your family.
Emily
Congratulations Nat! I can't imagine how excited and overwhelmed you must feel! My hubbies cousin just had twins that were almost 7lbs each...boys...and they didn't stay an extra day in the hospital. I'll pray for that for you. Well, maybe I'll pray for almost 6lbs. each. :) It is true that you will have great helpers with your girls this time. My daughter was just over 5 with this last baby and I have to fight to be able to take care of her. Good thing the Lord knows you can handle this big blessing! P.S. I'm glad he knows I couldn't handle such a big blessing! :)
LOVE YOU NAT! You are amazing, and you can do it....I am always here for you sister:)
Great post Natalie! Love your brutal honesty! The Lord WILL give us what we need, when we need it. I am always amazed ( I don't know why) when I give up control and my worry and the Lord does provide. I know you have a strong faith and what a blessing all your kids will be to one another! And you ain't old hunny! At 39 when I was looking for help breast feeding mine, the specialist told me she just had a 52 year old woman in who delivered twins! I can't find your number or address, but I am here,,, Sending a big hug to you!
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