The balancing act

This is my 28th week of pregnancy.  At times, this experience seems to be flying by so quickly.  Other times, I just want Josslyn in my arms, already.  Given that I didn't even realize I was pregnant for the first 11 weeks, I know I am blessed to be this far along without complications.  Today, I had my glucose test.  It's amazing how much a baby can change the way you percieve and care for your body.  What I wouldn't do for myself, I will easily do for her and her health.  Thinking about that, I begin to worry that I will be one of those moms who immerse themselves in motherhood and don't leave any time to care for themselves.  As much as I already love this little girl, I want to make sure that leave time in my day to take care of my needs and health.  I want her to see me as strong, independent, and confident.  I want to be someone she can look up to and depend upon.  The only way to ensure that is take care of myself.  There is so much to worry about being a mother, the least I can do is take my mental and physical health out of the equation by making time for it.  After all, it is for her.  Everything from this point is and I've never been happier at a prospect.