It's Show Time

We went to the doctor last week and everything is still looking good.  The doctor told us that Erin was 75% effaced and 1 cm dilated.  This was a welcome statement to Erin as she has grown more and more uncomfortable lately.  Honestly, I thought we would be in labor this weekend because the doctor seemed pleased with the progression so far.

Erin has been off work for the past week and a half.  This has allowed her to get the house in order like she wanted and take care of last minute things that we've been unable to finish.  Her mom brought the curtains over for the nursery tonight.  The only thing we are waiting on now is a custom surf board that will go over Sydney's crib as a centerpiece.  It should be finished any day now.

We put up the Christmas tree and decorations last week.  I finished the outside Christmas lights today in the  cold.  She had been bugging me for weeks to put up the decorations and I wasn't about to bring more stuff into the house until she had everything else the way she wanted first.

The house is ready, we've stocked enough food to feed us for a long time, we have more clothes than Sydney could possibly wear, and Christmas decorations are all up.  The only thing missing is Sydney.  So, the big question is...when will she come?  I think everyday we wake up and ask each other if she is coming today.  We've been walking Walmart and Target from end to end (since it's been too cold to walk outside) trying to induce labor naturally.  So far we have inconsistent contractions and some occasional shooting pain that is likely attributed to Sydney's head being lower and pushing on nerves.

At this point we are anxious and just plain ready for her to be here.  I'm nervous about the delivery room just for the fear of the unknown and because I don't like to see Erin in pain.  I'm also nervous because I want mom and baby to be healthy.  Please pray for us that we will have a smooth delivery.