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Janine Claire Robinson
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Welcome to my little writing corner. I count my many blessings to be a cherished wife and an ever-learning-loving-growing mother to 3 amazing children this side of Heaven and a precious little boy in Heaven. Together as a family we pastor a precious church community called Redeeming Hope Church. I've had the privilege of loving and following Jesus Christ since my earliest memories as a child. No matter what I've gone through in life, He has always been so present. At heart, I'm an encourager ... so this is a place where I get to wear my heart on my sleeve and share my journey of learning to live a life of love in action.

Almost 14 weeks and still waiting!

So here it is dear friends ... my huge 13 weeks and 5 day old bump :0) (And yes - I finally found a pair of maternity jeans that fit).
Hubby and I took "bump" along to our second scan today all excited to discover who he or she is. Oh my goodness. In 5 weeks our sweet baby has grown from 1.32cm to 7.55cm (head to bum). We could see EVERYTHING ... excepts between its little legs! This little one did acrobatics galore for us ... but strategically blocked any view of it's obviously very private bits :0) It was so funny. The Doctor tried and tried and tried to see, but babes was having none of it and even gave that probe a kick! So very funny!! This little one is quite the character already and we are completely in love with our precious unborn child. The next scan is booked for 4 weeks time and we are taking the girls. I guess it will be even more special to have them discover with us whether they have another little sister or brother on the way. The suspense lingers ...
All my love,
Janine xxx

Comments

Aww you look so cute! I absolutely miss being pregnant. :) Thankfully Constance wasn't shy during her anatomy scan - her legs were spread wide open. lol I can't wait to read if your baby is a boy or girl! :)
melissa said…
Awwww belly!!!! That is such a cute top to show off your litto bump! Loveee! xoxo
Becca said…
you are adorable! and thank goodness for maternity jeans, those things are a life saver!!! glad i found your cute blog!
Onlythemanager said…
You look absolutely beautiful!
Adeye said…
Aaahhhhh my Jan, you look ABOLUTELY beautiful....you are radiant and lovely.

hahahahahaha....sweet baby love wants to keep you in suspense :) I'm so glad the girls will be there when you get to find out...so special.

Oh how I LOVE you.
Unknown said…
New follower to your blog, and wanted to tell you how jealous I am of how great you look in maternity jeans, lol :). Looking forward to getting to know you!

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