Well. We are nearing the end of the pregnancy. Ashley was 38 weeks on Wednesday. “They” say that she weighs approximately 6 or 7 lbs. and measures about 19 or 20″. In layman’s terms that means she could take Chuck Norris in a bar fight except she wouldn’t be in a bar so make it a cage match in which case she would be vying for some kind of title which means she would be up for some kind of prize money which means…bingo…daddy can get himself a Taylor! Man it’s great being a dad.
The last minute preparations are being made. The car seat has been installed…I just hope we did it correctly. It doesn’t slide back and forth. It’s on lock down. The only problem is that cold leather makes for a nice side-to-side motion especially when Ashley Barrett aka “Jr.” is at the wheel. I’m not sure Emma will be able to appreciate negative G’s her first trip home. The hospital bag has been packed. Speaking of which, Ashley informed me today that my favorite shorts and long sleeve T-shirt had been “packed” which means that I won’t be seeing them again until Emma comes on the scene. We went to visit the Maternity Wing at Baptist Hospital East last week. The delivery rooms are teched out. You’ve got your standard baby monitors, heated crib, etc. But the most amazing piece of equipment – a flat screen TV mounted in front of the bed! That means that I can wipe Ashley’s forehead and give affirming touches while at the same time catch every minute of March Madness! We’re (okay I’m) hoping that Emma comes the same day that my Gators repeat as National Champs. That would make for a great story one of these days.
Please continue to pray for us as we get to the end. Emma is healthy. Mom is healthy. We just hope that holds true for the next 2 weeks.
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March 22, 2007 at 12:09 pm
Scott and Erin Odom
How exciting!!!!!!! We can’t wait to see pictures of your cutie pie!!! Enjoy these last two weeks – go out to dinner or just go have coffee or something – enjoy your last moments of just the two of you!! I had to laugh Kyle at your comment about watching March Madness while your wife is in labor!!!! That sounds like something Scott would say (and try to do) as well. I trust that Ashley will keep you in line (as will the nurses at the hospital – they don’t mess around!!). Good luck and try to get some rest these next 2 weeks Ashley (in between bathroom breaks and being kicked in the ribs!!). We love you guys……Erin
March 22, 2007 at 1:37 pm
patrick barrett
“In layman’s terms that means she could take Chuck Norris in a bar fight except”
nobody gives birth to Emma but Emma!
We can’t wait to get up there.
March 22, 2007 at 7:10 pm
melanie barrett
I smiled the whole time I read your post! Isn’t it crazy the joys the Lord gives to us in this life?… Ashley my dear… I cannot wait to see you and your beautiful baby… The Lord is so good!! We’ll be praying for you guys… see you soon!!
March 23, 2007 at 2:09 pm
john mark
I’ve ridden with you quite often, and to be frank, I think Emma will be much safer riding as a passenger with Ashley at command.
March 24, 2007 at 9:45 am
Glenn
Wow! Ashley only weighs 6 or 7 pounds. That’s pretty incredible.
March 24, 2007 at 11:55 am
patrick and melanie
Glenn, you’re such a nerd….but still a funny one.
March 25, 2007 at 8:50 pm
Scott and Erin Odom
Congratulations you guys….we heard the news today at church from Patrick and Melanie. Wow Ashley – you are a real woman!!! You definitely have the ultimate come-back for any argument or situation. All you have to say is “I gave birth naturally” – with that statement you automatically win everytime!!! We can’t wait to see some pictures and to hear more about it!! Love, Erin