Best Day of my life So Far! Loh #168.

Hello beautiful ladies of hive, hope you all are doing great and getting ready to take on the new week?.. greetings!

Over the years I have heard most people mention that a particular day was their happiest day ever in their lives. When I inquired further, I learnt that such days tagged as happiest days were earmarked by certain events like sweet sixteen birthdays, weddings, house warming party, anniversaries etc.

These events surely left a lasting impression on the individuals for them to be tagged happiest or best days. We all have different views on what is or will supposedly be our best days, so in response to the prompt posed by @joanstewart, I will be sharing on my best day so far.

How it began

That day began with me waking up with a lot of energy. I carried out my duties irrespective of the 3.5kg "watermelon" protruding from my stomach 😁. I didn't feel lethargic at all and this got my neighbours worried cos I was close to my EDD and "everyone" expected me to be resting. At about 4pm, the contractions became severe with 5mins intervals. I knew that something was up and not wasting any time nor alerting anyone, I stepped out of the house with the guise of going to buy something whereas I was going to the hospital.

_{First lady @ 3}

When I arrived and explained the signs and concerns to the doctor, she was understanding, as she knew that I'm a primagravida. She quickly carried out the routine check-up, all the while my heart beat was racing like crazy because I knew that today was the day. It was finally happening, the wait and expectation will soon be over and in just a matter of a few hours, I would be holding my treasure like king Mufasa held Simba.

_{mini me is so serious}

By 6pm, the pains became sharp and almost unbearable, I think I got why it was referred to as "labour". Staying sane was labourious but I had to keep strong for my little one. I refused to cry but I did do something hilarious, I sat on the floor near the wall and began throwing punches for everytime I felt the wave of pain wash through my body. I think I also made some incoherent screams as I punched the walls.

At 6:30pm, I was fully dilated and the usual "get ready to push" came out from the doctor's lips. I was placed on the bed and then all hell broke loose. I have never felt so much pain in my entire life, nothing prepared me for it yet I could not back down now. This bridge must be crossed. God heard my silent prayers and in about thirty minutes time a mini me came out looking as beautiful as a morning glory flower. She didn't give the nurses much trouble as she alerted everyone to her arrival and kept quiet, soon to fall asleep.

The nurses cleaned her up and brought her to me and the moment she was placed in my waiting arms, I swear I felt perfect bliss. It was a magical experience yet no wands or abracadabra were on display. I looked at this beauty and felt full, whole and satisfied. All the memories of pains, pangs and punches dissipated in view of my little one. I could not contain my happiness as a large grin was plastered across my face. The nurses allowed me to indulge myself and only took the baby to her crib when it was time for me to rest. I quickly made a call alerting my family members of the good news.

Everyone who came thought I was lying till they saw my little bundle of joy resting happily in her crib. They kept me company for a while and later left to go prepare the things I would need throughout my stay at the hospital.

As they left, the big grin refused to leave my face and despite being tired I wasn't sleepy. I just wanted to look at my sleeping baby all through the night. I gave God thanks for the safe and quick delivery and for the baby's health. That huge smile refused to leave my face even as I closed my eyes and drifted to sleep around 2am. I knew that she was the best thing that ever happened to me.

Writing this now, I can still recall vividly how I felt when I held my baby in my arms. I doubt I would ever forget it. That day, August 19th, became the best day of my life so far. Nothing compares to the joy of a mother holding her bundle of joy for the first time in her arms... it's simply a magical experience, I dare say.

_{mini me is all grown up now and I'm still smiling}

Thank you all for reading. You can tell me about your best day so far in the comments section, below. Let's share together.