Lady Jami's Rambles

[pathoulihanuk]

hi lady jami hope you are ok and just take it nice and easy all the best

[Big_Girl_Bigger_Heart]

I know it's been far too long since I checked on y'all. Sadly, this pregnancy has been really hard on me. I've been pretty much damned to bed rest. The wonderful news is, the twins are doing great. We thought for a while we might lose them...but, as with most everything else, I become stubborn, and here we are now. (I feel like I am the size of a barn)
As I have read some of your journals, tears came to my eyes. I am so proud of most of you. You're really sticking to your goals, and even on your off days, you still manage to turn to your journals, and not food. *Hugs for you* I could just be getting teary from hormones too though. Who knows? I am damn proud of y'all though.
The Manimal and I are doing awesome. He's been nothing but wonderful to me, but, that's normal for him. He's there to hold my hair when I am hugging the toilet, and there to comfort me when I am frustrated about being stuck in bed. It's so hard to be idle when I've spent so long training my body to go-go-go. None the less though, the end result will be worth it for us. The Manimal and I truly blessed. Who would have thought after so many years of trying and failing that twins would be my end result?!?!
I really don’t have anything interesting to report to y’all outside of that. I do want to express my concern for the upcoming warm weather, and how easily it would be to get sidetracked for ice-cream. Remember ladies, moderation is key to all things in life. Indulge your urges, but, do it wisely. Even being pregnant, I refuse to give into my over indulgent mind. I am still only eating organic foods, and I am still really adamant about living by my goals. Eating for two, in my case, two babies and me doesn’t mean I need to triple my portions. I just eat 8 times a day instead of 5 times. Lots and lots of vegetables, and fruits. Thus far, there haven’t been any weird cravings. I have noticed though that I am not able to drink nearly as much water as I used to. I swear to y’all, I still have to pee like I’ve drank two gallons a day though. God does that drive me nuts.
Well ladies, I wish I had more to tell y’all. Please keep me posted about your progress, and know you are all in my thoughts. I need to go before the Manimal catches me out of bed.
Jules and Carrie, I miss you both a ton.

Lady Jami

[Jules]

Lady Jami!!!!!!!
I miss you too and am really glad you came back to say hi. Twins? Wow -that's such fantastic news! I'm really happy and excited for you, though I miss you lots. I'm sorry you can't be as active as you were, but I'm so glad you're implimenting what you learned during your pregnancy about many small meals and all. I've heard many times that pregnant women overeat far more than what they and the babies require. I'm glad you're already making such healthy organic choices for your little ones. Hope you're not getting too bored being stuck in bed and sick so much. Also happy to hear your manimal is taking such good care of you and being so supportive. Keep us updated and drop by and say hi more often. We're thinking of you and wishing you the best during this happy but crazy time in your life. *Hugs!*

[Big_Girl_Bigger_Heart]

Yeah, you could say I was a little shocked when they told me there was more then one little one floating around in there. I have been trying to have just one baby for so many years, I honestly thought it was hopeless. Funny how things work out though.
My doctor and I did discuss in full detail about the amount of food woman who are expecting actually need. Much to my surprise, it's not really much more then what you eat normally. And again, it comes down to what you eat. I cannot eat a pint of ice cream...but if I want a pint of strawberries, that's legal. Not that I could ever eat a whole pint of strawberries to begin with. Icky.
The Manimal has kept an endless supply of scary movies around for me....and he's never really far. It's very helpful having someone around who is so supportive, and understanding. He's also become a master of smoothies, and fruit salads. What more could a woman want? Hahahaha.
I guess what I love most about this, outside of learning to depend on someone is, laying between his legs with my head on his chest knowing that our children will be loved endlessly, by not only myself, but their father as well. He talks to my tummy a lot, and it makes me laugh. I complain because the weather has become nice, and I long to be outdoor planting my garden, but, as the Manimal tells me often, "You may suffer now, but, the reward will be that much sweeter." He's right...though I refuse to admit that to him. I pop off with something like..."Yeah, that's easy for a man who can eat a bucket of chicken, and have a body like a god." I look like I swallowed a barn.
I will try to come around as often as possible though. It's just been hard because of medical issues, and being stuck in bed.
Lady Jami

P.S. Ladies....just in case you weren't aware, they have Sugar Free Cool-Whip. YAY!!!! Nothing like Jell-O with some cool-whip.

[susieokla]

Hi Lady Jami!!! I'm so glad you posted an update for us. Congratulations on the twins!!! That is so awesome, I'm so happy for you. Your "manimal" sounds great, it makes it so much better when there is a loving Mother and Father in the little ones lives.

Great job on maintaining your healthy eating habits. I'm sorry you're on bed rest but hopefully you'll be able to get up & about soon.

Keep us posted and you definately will have to share some pictures with us when the babies are born.

[Patty_Ann]

Congrats on the news of having twins. My brother has twins - they are five years old now. God has blessed you and your manimal & I wish the best for all of you guys. Keep on keeping on - you are doing a good job! I hope you start feeling well soon - I know what it is like to be so sick while being pregnant. You have a great support system - just don't clam up on him. lol Keep us posted on how you and the twins are doing. Take Care!

[Trying4Thin]

Hi Jami!!!!!!!!!
Welcome back! WOW, I about fell off my chair when I saw that you were having twins. That is so awesome. Do you know the sex of the babies yet? Or a due date? I am sorry to hear that you are having such a tough time with morning sickness. That has got to really be wearing you out. Thank gosh for the Manimal right? I am sure that he is adding a great deal of physical and emotional comfort for you. So are you not allowed any exercise at all? I bet you could surf the net and see if there was anything you could do while in bed for the day. We should take up a forum fund to get you a laptop!! Scary movies fan? Me too...well to an extent. I cant watch the really scary ones. I am a fan of shark movies (Jaws, Red Water, Deep Blue Sea etc.) Do you like Thrillers and Mysteries? I will have to come up of a list of good movies for you to rent. I am so glad you checked it with us. It hasnt been the same without you. Please dont be a stranger anymore, and keep us updated.

Miss you!!

~Carrie

[helena]

congratulations on having twins!!! I am a twin. my sister and i are so close, and it is true what they say the bond between twins is amazing!!! You must be so happy!! The manimal sounds fantastic, he must be ecstatic to!!
best of luck with your pregnancy
it is also very nice to meet you!!!