Big Surprise Announcement: There’s a Bun in the Oven!

If the title doesn’t make your heart feel all warm and fuzzy because babies have an incredible way of bringing joy and making hearts drop you just may have experienced baby overload haha.  The first time I realized I was expecting a little one in early November I couldn’t begin to describe the rush of emotions that came over me. I couldn’t believe in 9 months I would be a first time mom welcoming a precious newborn into the world, yes as you can imagine this gal couldn’t be more excited.

I have to admit this has been a big surprise for me and Joe considering we are on the road to planning our wedding, and I’m in the process of finishing my last two semesters of college. It wasn’t a surprise in the sense of we never thought we wanted to have kids, because I have always wanted to have kids and have a family younger than most of my friends. Somehow I’ve changed my party ways over the last few years, I guess you can say we’re both old souls and aren’t too into the crazy college scene so much anymore. Don’t get me wrong we love to have a good time and party with our friends but the amount of partying, especially for me has shifted. I guess once you find the right person,despite if your in your early 20’s or late 40’s raising a family becomes more of a reality.

Now I do have to admit  before my pregnancy, I didn’t even think I was capable of becoming pregnant and actually thought I may have had infertility issues. Boy was I wrong. But time and time again I’ve come to realize as much as I may think I know the outcome of a certain situation, the Father above always reminds he is in control and as much as I don’t want to admit it sometimes, as stubborn as I am, I don’t know everything in regards to my life nor will I ever know my future. And as unexpected as this pregnancy is, the timing of it all couldn’t have been more perfect for me and Joe.

For anyone out there who may be dealing with an infertility issue or may think they are unable to get pregnant try not to stress or worry about your situation. For me personally, my religion has always had a huge impact in helping me deal with various situations and I pray that those who may be going through a difficult situation that have already welcomed God into their lives that they continue to pray to Him. For those of you who may not have a close relationship to God or never knew how to start one, but are willing to try here are some options in moving forward. A great way to start that relationship is just by simply reaching out to God and praying. You could also try joining a prayer group or visiting a local church in your area as well.

For this being my first pregnancy, I haven’t had the worst first trimester however it hasn’t been that easy either. This has been one of the main reasons I haven’t been consistently blogging in the past few weeks. I’m taking time to really take care of myself and from juggling college, an upcoming wedding, two jobs, two blogs, and now a pregnancy, I have come to realize I can’t peacefully commit to it all.   For all the readers, who consistently follow Rustic Folk Weddings thank you for your support. In terms for where I see Rustic Folk Weddings, moving forward in the future, with all the things I have going on in my life right now, I can’t say I will be blogging everyday or consistently for that matter right now, but once things start to mellow out and settle down I will be back to blogging with posts scheduled 5 days a week. After-all even with kids and the chaos of raising a family surely in my future, I don’t think I will ever shy away from my love for weddings, events, or blogging. Now as this pregnancy progresses, expect to see more pregnancy related posts and my pregnancy journey over at my lifestyle blog The Party DIY.

Hope everyone is enjoying this incredible Monday!