Keeping it real since 1983

I have a sharp pain on the left side of my chest right below my breast. It hurts when I move to the right or when I lift my arm up a bit, and when I breathe the pain intensifies. I guess it’s the inflammation of my rib cage muscles. All my organs are being pressed up inside my body. My lower back aches and in certain positions my whole body locks up because I can’t move. The heels of my feet hurt so damn bad that I walk like a penguin. Yet, all of it, every single ache, pain, annoyance, vanish when I feel the little thump inside my belly. It’s very faint and light but it is the most beautiful and incredible thing I have ever felt. My little baby boy is awake right now. Maybe sucking his thumb or swimming around in there. I can feel his little body brush against my insides. Being pregnant has made me feel more alive and aware than ever. I am so blessed.