tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9968516.post2367513011034110342..comments2024-03-28T15:26:50.512-05:00Comments on Renaissance: A 26 1/2 week poutRebeccahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17983592950942904914noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9968516.post-4732119718639399152010-05-30T09:59:14.124-05:002010-05-30T09:59:14.124-05:00What a lovely picture, smooch is definitely adorab...What a lovely picture, smooch is definitely adorable and just perfect, How wonderful your drawing is too. I love your blog. Take care.Sharonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11311671076235870750noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9968516.post-72065417586124678622010-05-27T18:26:21.964-05:002010-05-27T18:26:21.964-05:00http://www.amazon.com/Handmade-Beginnings-Sewing-P...http://www.amazon.com/Handmade-Beginnings-Sewing-Projects-Welcome/dp/0470497815/ref=pd_sim_b_6<br /><br /><br />try the book. preview it in amazon, if you have an account there you cans ee a few projects from the book in the preview.Jaya Phttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03279536115124996448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9968516.post-71531489721621055432010-05-26T22:11:45.544-05:002010-05-26T22:11:45.544-05:00Rebecca...you and I are not so far off in prego si...Rebecca...you and I are not so far off in prego size I dont think...want to borrow some duds? Im not using them...they arent glamorous...but I have LOTS. Let me know.Wendyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05813094296243135052noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9968516.post-73153850161659062592010-05-26T10:40:51.312-05:002010-05-26T10:40:51.312-05:00Thanks for the drawn illustration Rebecca- I can s...Thanks for the drawn illustration Rebecca- I can see smooch PERFECTLY now :) Cannot wait to see him/her in person :)Full of Gracehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02731302203793957663noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9968516.post-68709692117681361972010-05-26T09:05:33.420-05:002010-05-26T09:05:33.420-05:00You look beautiful, Rebecca. Pregnant women just h...You look beautiful, Rebecca. Pregnant women just have a certain glow about them, and you definitely show it well! What a blessing to be carrying a new life within!alanehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17740498791453763901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9968516.post-38668821286762128872010-05-25T21:11:45.173-05:002010-05-25T21:11:45.173-05:00Rebecca, there have been many times when I've ...Rebecca, there have been many times when I've simply just not wanted to buy clothes at full price for my kids simply because we live out in the country. True to their nature, they climb trees and get in to mud puddles. I cringe when they get a new shirt splattered with something that I know will be difficult to get out. I find that I can rest easier with Freecycle clothes or yard sale stuff. It helps immensely. The only problem is that usually these items are not available (to my own eyes) when I need them. I remind myself of the lillies of the field and how they toil and spin not, but the Lord clothes them with splendor. He loves me (and you) so much more and He knows our needs. With small prayers said for God to fill our needs, before I know it, He's gone and done it. He does it in ways that could have knocked me over with a feather. This last time, my oldest needed a new swimming suit, but we couldn't find one at the end of the season. I found a lady on Freecycle who had clothes for my daughter with a few other things thrown in there. Little did I know, but there were <b>2</b> swimming suits in there for him!!! <br /><br />God cares for you...let Him fill those needs by leaving it at the throne and forgetting about it. He's in the "knocking you over with a feather" business (not that anyone wants to knock you over with anything in your condition). ;) <br /><br />Love you sweetie!<br /><br />ReginaReginahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03723884153929593267noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9968516.post-55763984141612884112010-05-25T19:39:16.151-05:002010-05-25T19:39:16.151-05:00I really love the picture of your torso in the mag...I really love the picture of your torso in the magenta top--the first one with just your feminine form. It is really beautiful! <br />I had 4 babies and then we adopted #5. Fortunately my mom-in-law sewed for me. The sad thing in my life now is to still be in those sizes without being pregnant! I wish I could say that's my problem!Hollacehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00916548022979567056noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9968516.post-42609267612889698572010-05-25T19:20:30.421-05:002010-05-25T19:20:30.421-05:00Girl...I totally understand that no matter what an...Girl...I totally understand that no matter what anyone says you won't believe it...;) That's how I am anyway...but you LOOK GREAT!!! Like I said all I see is a beautiful person with a beautiful baby bump!!! And you arms....I'm so jealous of your pregnant arms! ;) HAHA! Bet you never heard that before, eh? Mine get GINORMOUS...your look awesome!<br /><br />Let me give you a HUGE e-hug ((((HUG)))) I SO understand the NO clothing thing!!!!!<br /><br />Blessings!<br />Amy<br /><br />PS-I've been super grouchy and I'm not even pregnant!!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11291951073853426272noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9968516.post-3645596259884393632010-05-25T18:41:16.484-05:002010-05-25T18:41:16.484-05:00Rebecca, I think you're beautiful! Your new li...Rebecca, I think you're beautiful! Your new little blessing is adorable--such a miracle! I love reading about your life and family. You have such a love-heart. Thanks for blogging.ullinoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9968516.post-21393007082781142812010-05-25T18:09:05.109-05:002010-05-25T18:09:05.109-05:00You are beautiful and that fuscia color is a perfe...You are beautiful and that fuscia color is a perfect color on you.Jthemilkerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03143689663495191241noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9968516.post-28985096839032626952010-05-25T17:19:11.969-05:002010-05-25T17:19:11.969-05:00Cutest baby belly ever!!!! So sorry about the clot...Cutest baby belly ever!!!! So sorry about the clothes situation...I've been going through the same for the last couple of years...just this child bearing season in life. Wish I could see your size in person and then hook you up with some cute stuff from the consignment shop around here. What size are you in maternity clothes?alyssa springhttp://www.corleyz.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9968516.post-75993368243894717972010-05-25T16:26:24.079-05:002010-05-25T16:26:24.079-05:00Rebecca, I'm sorry that you don't have any...Rebecca, I'm sorry that you don't have anything much to wear. I know just how you feel! With only 6 weeks left I have a handful of things that still fit. I'm sure I'll be wearing the same dress to church every week for the last few weeks. I'm anxious to look at the links Bonnie left for you! <br /><br />And how beautiful/handsome your precious little Smooch is! I'll never grow tired of the joy of feeling/hearing/seeing my baby blessing during pregnancy. And I know you won't either. :) It won't be long now until we're both holding these sweet babies in our arms!Leahhttp://www.reformedfarmerswife.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9968516.post-13104549205795491782010-05-25T15:18:05.008-05:002010-05-25T15:18:05.008-05:00Rebecca
You look like what I have longed to look ...Rebecca<br /><br />You look like what I have longed to look like. You are a beautiful woman, with a miracle of life inside.<br /><br />I don't quite understand the anxiousness of not having clothes that fit, seeing that the clothes I wore before I got married 12 years ago still fit......which many times have hurt my heart. I've had the opposite feelings, wishing I could actually wear maternity clothes. Thankfully though God has taught me that you don't need to wear maternity clothes to be a mother! My baby girl grew in my heart, not under it.<br /><br />I pray that God will continue to bless you with health and a full term little treasure. Again, you look very beautiful!<br /><br />MichelleMichelle Hhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11972227156187521124noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9968516.post-40135848035641241892010-05-25T15:11:35.075-05:002010-05-25T15:11:35.075-05:00I can't find a private email for you anywhere....I can't find a private email for you anywhere. You know, I'm pretty sure we are about the same size and weird body type. I am done with my maternity clothes but haven't beared to part with them yet (baby is 19 months!) I would love to send them to you if you will send me an address.<br /><br />I also still have the maternity patterns that worked well for me, if you'd like the #s.<br /> <br />email me! way2tyred @ gmail.comChrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10273307757381135560noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9968516.post-25654486491139660812010-05-25T14:20:08.653-05:002010-05-25T14:20:08.653-05:00Rebecca, you look beautiful, truly.
I know it is ...Rebecca, you look beautiful, truly.<br /><br />I know it is important to not have to worry about what you will wear each day, so I hope you can figure out how to sew something that fits. <br /><br />Sure enjoy your blog.<br />Yours,<br />RosemaryRosemarynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9968516.post-18608838243438130332010-05-25T13:53:12.430-05:002010-05-25T13:53:12.430-05:00I know everyone has already commented this, BUT I ...I know everyone has already commented this, BUT I figure it will help to hear again. You look great... really. I was a basket case of emotion with my third (thank God for helpful husbands!) Sounds like your Matt is an anchor for you through this stressful time. What a gift! <br /><br />Saying a prayer for Peace in your home & spirit today.Jingerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11265786107148259930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9968516.post-89163015137921808912010-05-25T13:12:29.671-05:002010-05-25T13:12:29.671-05:00One more thought: Take a pair of maternity pants o...One more thought: Take a pair of maternity pants or capris, and cut off the legs just above the crotch. Stitch the sides and hem a length of fabric, gather, and attach to the pants top. I actually have a pair of jeans someone gave me that are to short that I will be trying this with, so I'll let you know how it works. <br />The thrift store only seems to have maternity pants that are tiny, gigantic, or really short/snug fitting in the legs. At least the one I go to is that way. This may end up saving me headaches. Though it doesn't fix the shirt problem.Bonniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01363843039604440511noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9968516.post-11628669483433726622010-05-25T12:53:12.599-05:002010-05-25T12:53:12.599-05:00http://www.make-baby-stuff.com/wrap-skirt-pattern....http://www.make-baby-stuff.com/wrap-skirt-pattern.html<br /><br />http://apatchworkworld.blogspot.com/2007/08/how-to-make-maternity-skirt.html<br /><br />http://acompletepantry.blogspot.com/2008/04/frugal-maternity-wear-skirts.html<br /><br />http://soulfulhuesknits.blogspot.com/2008/09/easy-repurposed-maternity-shirt.html<br /><br />http://blvddesigns.wallypop.net/?p=135<br /><br />http://homemadebyjill.blogspot.com/2010/03/big-tee-to-maternity-tee-refashion.html<br /><br />A few thoughts, some look pretty easy.<br />I'm liking that last one, I might need to hit the thrift store now....<br />Sorry you'll have to cut and paste these!Bonniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01363843039604440511noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9968516.post-27659147831599270712010-05-25T12:31:07.804-05:002010-05-25T12:31:07.804-05:00Mrs. Bibby~ thank you! I will try for that day---...Mrs. Bibby~ thank you! I will try for that day---I know of FIVE people who share that birthday! An even SIX would do well! The shirt I am wearing is not a maternity shirt-it is a Walmart special in the largest size possible. (I looked) ;-) <br /><br />I think I might try to copy the design though, because I like it.Rebeccahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17983592950942904914noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9968516.post-50114445374132181712010-05-25T12:21:03.627-05:002010-05-25T12:21:03.627-05:00That would be the most perfect day to have a baby ...That would be the most perfect day to have a baby - Hannah's and my birthday - August 27. See what you can do. :-) Hang in there sweetie. I think you look glorious. And not so huge. There is room to grow yet. I think the purple knit top looks so wonderful. Can you get the next size in those?Marlene Bibbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16196861638828667707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9968516.post-34121653986074038202010-05-25T12:20:01.494-05:002010-05-25T12:20:01.494-05:00My whine exactly. Tops that fit last time, are bar...My whine exactly. Tops that fit last time, are barely covering my stomach at the moment. And the next size up looked like a circus tent. Blah.<br /><br />On the other hand, despite not having anything that fits, you are the picture of all that is good and beautiful in your pregnant state. Really, slim with a cute belly. I won't tell you what my weight was today, but rest assured I am leaving you in the dust. (It was kind nauseating, but I haven't been eating junk, so I'm not sure what the deal is).<br />I love your sketch of Smooch, I can't even draw a decent stick person.<br /><br />25 weeks tomorrow here. Alls good, and no name. Maybe we'll just call him Four.Bonniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01363843039604440511noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9968516.post-35989804321022840662010-05-25T11:27:00.359-05:002010-05-25T11:27:00.359-05:00smooch is just beautiful, and your drawing was ver...smooch is just beautiful, and your drawing was very good too :) <br />I'm sorry about your clothes prob. Been there but got out of it thanks to my mom :) <br />She found a shirt at a thrift store that worked for me and I liked the style, but it was too short to wear the whole pregnancy.<br />Why do they make maternity shirts that won't cover your whole belly? Ugh. Other than that, this shirt was great. It was a tunic style designed to go over a tank, but it could go over a long sleeve shirt too so it was versatile. I LOVED it :)<br /><br /> So we went to the fabric store, bought enough to make several shirts, and she made a pattern from the first, and we made a bunch of shirts from that pattern only longer, and I wore those suckers out over the summer. I only wish we'd bought better quality fabric as only one or two will be decent for the next pregnancy. We didn't realize that it would keep shrinking or that it would fade and lose it's shape so fast.<br /><br />She's got the pattern somewhere though, so when God blesses me and Luke again, momma and I will probably pull it back out and hit the fabric store again.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04155786643255950070noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9968516.post-70749606923313057262010-05-25T11:07:46.784-05:002010-05-25T11:07:46.784-05:00Girl, I wish I lived close to you. I just got BAGS...Girl, I wish I lived close to you. I just got BAGS of maternity clothes out of the attic, because I need the room for other stuff. I have tons of tops, skirts, and dresses (I don't wear pants/shorts) that I was wishing I could find a good home for. <br /><br />It's a possibility that I may be needing maternity clothes again soon (shhh, it's a secret), but if so, I won't need them until cooler weather. They are all L/XL/XXL, but in my opinion, the bigger the better when you're SWOLE :). <br /><br />I hope your spirits lift soon. Don't forget, you can "Cast your cares upon HIM for He careth for you." <br /><br />p.s. I hope no one who knows me personally reads your blogs :) (slim chance).MameyJanehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14950102099270997522noreply@blogger.com