Blessed

How did I get so lucky? It is only a truly blessed person who when faced with a scary situation can take a look around her at the people in her life and feel lucky. I am now 21 weeks pregnant and had my routine "20 week" ultrasound today. Because of Piper being preterm, they are taking some extra precautions. So today they looked at the baby, but also at my cervix length, which can be an indicator of preterm labor if it shortens prematurely. Good news is the baby looks great. Scary news is that my cervix is "shorter than we'd like". This, for now, means reduced activity and careful monitoring. Yes, I'm anxious and scared, but as I sit here, reviewing my day what I feel most is blessed.
I have the most amazing husband who is truly a partner in life. Who is doing his best to make me feel like this is not my fault and that everything will be ok.
I have in laws who love my little girl to pieces and will do everything in their power to make sure she's taken care of and loved and who are ALWAYS there for us. Always, without question.
I have an amazing mother who knows me inside out and sooths my anxiety with just a few words.
I have a sister who is a best friend and always knows what to say.
I have a long time best friend who is a soul mate, a sounding board and who keeps me sane by making me laugh at life's absurdities.
I have newer friends who act like old friends and would do anything to help and always have time for a hug for me.
I have co-workers who, without hesitation or producing guilt, understand the importance of me doing what is best for me and my family.
I have a beautiful healthy daughter who knows what love is and makes her mommy feel special every day.
And I have a little baby inside of me who I hoped and wished for and who I will do everything in my power to protect and deliver safely into this world.
I don't feel like being funny and witty about this yet, but I'm sure if this progresses to bed rest, I'll need the outlet and look out! You know I'm going to be wickedly funny because I'll be insanely bored. Right now, I just want to express gratitude.