walk it off

 Our due date is here and our little doodle is not. I know that babies are often late, I have read countless blogs and forums on the subject. Yet, I was not prepared to wake up and still be waiting. I have been looking forward to October for months and months. On the calendar today is circled and starred. It is so bizarre how natural this process is and still so puzzling.
Everyone says to "trust your body" and I am trying but I still feel disappointed and a bit frustrated. As I have said, I am a serious planner and I can't help but think I am doing something wrong. Silly... I know. To give in and truly trust mother nature is such a new experience for me and I am taking these lessons and holding them close.

I decided when I woke up this morning that I seriously needed to spend some time with this mother nature I had been thinking so much about. I wanted to clear my head, enjoy this fall weather and get a bit of perspective. I needed to be reminded of how terrifyingly glorious this world can be and to take my time. I wanted to take a breath and bask in the unforeseen. I had to stop feeling lost and start realizing what an adventure this is.  So, I went for a walk that turned into a three hour hike in the woods. It was perfection.

I really love this time of year. When doodle does arrive it will be wonderful. I just have to be patient. I will continue to stay positive, stay calm, and try and remember that the end is near....or the beginning however you want to look at it. Hope you are all enjoying this glorious season. Thanks for looking. Love, Ms. Kate