Ode to my Hubby

This entry is dedicated to my husband, Chris. I can't help but to think that I would not have made it through this pregnancy thus far without him. When I first came down ill with this horrid morning sickness I wasn't sure just how I was going to handle everything. With Chris working full-time and the kids at school, I was left with no help. It made me feel even more sick just thinking about how the kids were going to get fed, how the laundry was going to get done, and how I was going to be able to take care of Ethan and Noah. Not to mention every errand and business related task that needed to be done. To be honest with you, I was scared.

I know that I went into this pregnancy knowing that there was a really good chance that I was going to go through this. But I think I didn't want to go through it and sort of pushed it towards the back of my mind. But since it is a real fact now and it looks like it won't be letting up for several more weeks, it is time to face it. That is just what Chris has done. Instead of grumbling, he has stepped up and become Mom and Dad. He works all day and comes home to continue working through the evening. I just wanted to mention what happened yesterday.

So yesterday was probably the hardest day so far. The day before was hard as well. But I actually woke up already sick as a dog. Abby of course comes into my bedroom and asks me if I need anything. I decided to eat some crackers before getting out of the bed. I sat up and ate my crackers and Chris is getting ready and telling me exactly all he had done beforehand to make my day easier. I immediately got up and had to get rid of everything I ate. Chris didn't hesitate to stay home and take care of me and the boys. I knew he needed to go to work, but he made no fuss and stayed really busy all day doing laundry, cleaning, cooking, and taking care of us.

I feel so lucky. I know that he didn't make my morning sickness better, but I felt good knowing that he cared so much about helping me. He was up early and went to bed late. He got up early again this morning and is working. So far I am managing things okay even though I am feeling really bad. I really want to do something nice for Chris once I start to feel better. He really deserves it.