Pregnancy Update

This pregnancy has been hard.  I'm going to see a cardiologist (they specialize in veins) in the next couple weeks.  Jon and I are really praying that I'll be able to get some help with my vein problem which has become extremely painful.  The swelling from my waste down is an issue, also.  Most days I'm limping around barely able to put weight on my left ankle because of the broken blood vessels.  There may be a time when I'll have to be on more of a constant bed rest schedule with my feet above my heart.  But, I already try to do that a lot.  Because I am at risk for blood clots, it is even more important that I get this vein issue taken care of.  (I take heparin shots during pregnancy.)  I've let it go way too long, and I know my OB/GYN doctor is concerned. 

I do appreciate your prayers.  Being at home all the time, and missing so much church is hard, but it will probably be that way until the end of the pregnancy unless something changes with this upcoming appointment.  I end up being on my feet way too much when I go places, and the next day it is hard to even move.  With two little one's I've to be able to use the time on my feet taking care of them. 

On the bright side I am remembering to pray for others with physical battles right now!  The Lord is teaching me dependence on Him.  I try to listen to sermon messages throughout the day.  I have claimed Prov. 3:5 and 6 for this pregnancy.  God is good all the time!  I've seen His grace through days when I really didn't know how I would keep going with the pain.  There has been discouragement and times when I just want to move near family that can be there to help.  However, when I look to the Lord He gives a sweet peace to me that He is in control, and that the promises from His Word are there to claim.

Thanks for those of you who are praying.  I am asking God to use this time of hardship for His glory. 

Amber