GRWM: getting pregnant again, finding joy, gardening etc.

[@sharayejenkins5743]

India, I am a 43 year old woman who just also happens to be paralyzed. I was paralyzed in a car accident when I was 4 years old in 1985. I'm not going to bore you with any of my personal medical history or go into my mindset before I got pregnant. I was blessed to be able to have 2 children with my husband at the time when I was 23 and 25. My kids are 20 and 17 years old now. I've been going through personal health issues since 2011 because of being paraplegic. I have always chosen to have a positive attitude. I've refused to let the ugly and negative dictate me. You will always find happiness if you choose to remain positive. Of course, there will be moments in life where you'll be sad and even so angry you could bite an iron nail in half, but don't let those times define your whole way of thinking. I am so proud of you and your journey. I am so thankful that you're sharing your journey with so many others who may need to hear your story to feel heard or seen. 💞

[@ballerinablush5436]

Wow wonderful comment❤

[@angelajanelomax5540]

That's amazing you are so positive. Our cousin dived off a rock and became the same as you. He was always positive and said things like I can live with this, the alternative is to not be here. I have Multiple sclerosis, quite bad but I do feel lucky. I'm still here. And thankful for that. Lots of love to you. XxX

[@jewelsdecker1756]

Yes the darker blonde!!! It flatters tan skin when you have sandy brown hair with pops of blonde!! Like surfer girl blonde!!! And we have the same eyes!! I definitely think darker is stunning with baby blue eyes ❤

[@melrose177]

I needed to hear “don’t waste your wait” thanks woman!!

[@cbogi]

Go for the old money blonde! You will look amazing! I agreed 1000% with choosing joy...I had 4 losses and many other hardships and though some days it was impossibly hard, choosing joy, laughing, and focusing on God and His incredible mercy and grace was the only thing that got me through.

[@alexandriamay1993]

India, God is using you to speak hope to others. I’m currently experiencing a miscarriage after trying to get pregnant for a year. It’s devastating. My husband and I decided to take a break after this. “Don’t waste the wait” is exactly the hope and encouragement I needed in this moment. Thank you! ❤❤ Praying for you through your journey!

[@ashleybrude2846]

🙏🏼 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@katerivers6117]

Yes! Striking eyes with dark hair is gorgeous!

[@ashleybrude2846]

Girl you are using the heartbreak and struggles that yall have been through to not only better yourself, but better those around you! Praise God for the beautiful mindset you are choosing to have!

[@ThePahola135]

I NEEDED THIS TODAY. I’m studying for the bar, I don’t know how I will afford the next couple of months, I am waiting to reap the fruits of my hard work and thank you for telling me to enjoy the wait. I will go through these times appreciating this worry and use these times as a learning lesson for the time when I won’t be in financial distress. I am also learning to re-direct the emphasis of my energy and to push through and study for the bar and be able to put aside all the collateral issues I have to deal with. Thank you India 💖😘

[@amysenffner4975]

I like think the darker coloring will look incredible on you.

[@susankleinman5592]

I would love to see your natural hair color! God does not make mistakes! ❤️

[@athinama312]

Love your “don’t waste the wait” talk!!❤ currently going through fertility journey for the past year and a half and 2 missed miscarriages with sub fertility in between. The journey is roughhh. Just started following you and can’t wait to follow your journey as well!

[@LeaMMK93]

I always think that when it comes to hair color, the closest to natural looks best. So old money blonde it is! (Your eye color looks beautiful btw, don't be afraid to accentuate that 😘)

[@lifestylewithleira]

After 4 back to back losses last year, losing my mom and my husband grandpa we took 6 months off - I stopped testing every month because mentally I was beyond exhausted and could not handle another negative test. I’m now 13 weeks and the anxiety has subsided significantly. Sending you all the baby dust and praying for you in this ttc journey❤️ you guys will have that blessing, god always blesses us when we’re least expecting it🙏🏻🫶🏻

[@daniellek7536]

India!! I think the old money blonde would look amazing 🥰

[@lizetteburger1983]

In those close up near the end you can really see your natural colour and it looks amazing on you! So glamorous!!

[@indiabatson26]

awwww that is so so kind

[@faithwithoutend3103]

The root color, light brown looks great.

[@alisavoss6443]

Yes 🙌🏻 love your message on joy! As far as hair I think “old money” or “lived in” blond would be beautiful on you.

[@kateohara7674]

I'd try the old money blond. You can always go back later to do the full blond. I think it looks really cool when someones eyes really stand out with dark hair.

[@nathalieprange1713]

Your natural hair will look amazing! They were wonderfully and fearfully made for you that way. Why being scared? Embrace it! ♥ Also, I love seeing you put make up and looking just as good as you did without any! You are such a natural beauty, your natural features are meant to look incredible. Your eyes are amazing and they are meant to shine! Get that contrast, goddess ♥

[@deannaleejackson5777]

Doll, your gonna look gorgeous no matter what color you’re hair is.

[@dayna9791]

Speaking from the other side of the ttc/pregnancy journey after 2 losses. One thing I did to not waste my wait and keep my hopes up while waiting for my rainbow baby was to make 1 baby purchase every month that I got a period instead of a positive pregnancy test. It was a way to celebrate and manifest what was to come in the future, no matter how long the wait would be, turning the negative of a pregnancy test/period into a positive 💕

[@benaims]

Yes old money blond with face framing Also you arr so right about your frame of mind and choosing joy. I know it's hard to see your friends who are pregnant or just had babies but I also know how kind and loving you are and that you chose joy for them because you would never wish the pain you went through on them. You have the best heart india!!!

[@AgnesA98]

Not wasting my waiting time and choosing joy, I love this message! 💛

[@tiffanyhudson4523]

You’re such a blessing and wonderful person and have been such an inspiration in my life. I just love your videos and you are the epitome of joy!!! Sending baby dust and prayers your way on your fertility journey. You got this!!!

[@sophiebotello4751]

Your eyes are stunning!!!! Go dark hair with light highlights! It’ll look amazing on you! Also I’ve been praying for you and Danial in this journey❤

[@WelshIrishLady]

I love your eyes! Anything that makes them standout is not scary, but highlighting one of your most striking features. I vote to embrase it and go with the more natural "old money blonde" look!

[@Mxtraveler]

I loved your speech on not wasting the wait! What an inspiration you are.

[@lauracampbell7644]

Old money blonde is my vote, but you can't go wrong with either.

[@ClaraBear-e3h]

Go for the old money blonde! It will look great with your curls. And your eyes are such a beautiful, unique feature, don't be afraid to let them stand out!

[@AlyssaG23]

Hey India, I love your message about not wasting the wait and needed to hear that. I keep thinking "when I finally get pregnant THEN everything will be good..." Also, I randomly got into gardening recently too! I don't have a yard like you, but instead of "waiting" for that, I'm making the most of my little patio and enjoying it. 😊🤍

[@hopeashbaugh6709]

Yes to the face framing and spreading out the highlights. I think the color dimensions will be beautiful on you!

[@indiabatson26]

OMG IS IT TIME FOR THE OLD MONNY 💸💸💸💸!?!?!

[@AnaH-qu1eh]

Going through my own infertility journey, almost 1 yr now and I feel this so deeply. Thank you for sharing your story and reminding me not to waste the waiting!

[@EliseWood]

Yes go darker. Natural color with a carameley honey highlight

[@allisondouds6043]

You are such a role model to me. I’ve been watching your videos since I was about 16 (I’m 23 now) and it started because I have the same hair and body style as you. You helped me learn how to love my body and my hair and embrace myself for who I am. You have helped me grow so much as a woman and I am so thankful for that. I never had a sister to look too. Thank you for everything that you do here on KZbin :)

[@kitkat4887]

Someone once told me “find joy in the wait” which I struggled to understand back then. After trying to conceive for 13 years, my son is about to be 2mo old. He is my miracle baby. And even though the wait was hard, as I look back on my wait, I realize my husband and I did find a lot of joy in our marriage, even if I didn’t realize it in the moment.

[@nat.in.nature]

So very happy for you that you have your miracle baby. Congratulations!!!

[@TBIJourney]

I just not two hours ago went through something very traumatic. Your words of choosing Joy were helpful and appreciated. I think I needed this video. Also praying very hard for a happy healthy baby this time around!

[@Goat.Cheese]

Yes for old money blonde! ❤

[@ZoeLindsay-n9o]

You don’t know how much I needed this message. Thank you

[@ryannabrown8467]

yess India! I am praying for you and daniel. You both deserve this and more

[@elizabethmoore2462]

I really hope gardening starts to catch on because of the mental health benefits, I’m 30 and absolutely love it - my colleagues think it’s strange - which is sad because they don’t know what they’re missing! Tips for planning your garden - smelling the roses when in bloom is magical. You also need herbs so that you still have something that smells amazing when not much is in bloom (but don’t plant mint or thyme in the ground - pots only!!).

[@tammidavis9059]

Darker blonde is my vote 😊

[@ak-19healedandfree]

You're an inspiration India. I love how transparent you are ❤

[@indiabatson26]

Thank you so much for following along the journey and being so encouraging and kind ❤❤❤❤

[@francesvela99]

You ARE glowing, you’re always so pretty but today I was like damn you go girl🥰!! Please drop the skincare routine🥺?

[@gslilbutterfly6183]

yes definitely go darker! I think it would suit you sooooo much!! sorry only 2 mins in so this is all im commenting on :P

[@ashleythaxton3638]

Old money blonde all the way!! Embrace the white walker eyes! I wish I had them eyes…. STUNNING ❤

[@marinfam6]

Old money blond baby!!! Also what an amazing reunion you will have with your two babies! In heaven !!! Praying for a baby for to hold here on earth ❤️

[@indiabatson26]

I can’t WAIT to meet them one day and spend eternity with them 🫶 in the meantime on this blip on earth praying for a child to love on here on earth ❤

[@solitairesmith3553]

YASSSSS MONEY BLONDE 🎉 You would look GLORIOUS In any color!!

[@MsErinMT]

Yes India! Yes to the hair! It will be stunning with your eyes, not white walker at all 🥰

[@MB-jn1sx]

aww india, i’m so so proud of you. i can only imagine how painful and traumatic it must be to have gone through one pregnancy loss, let alone back to back pregnancy losses. i’m here for you and i would love to be friends!! ❤❤ i love you so much and im so proud of how far you’ve come

[@tianakaramihas]

Yes change the hair colour up!! It’ll look amazing 😍

[@WannaAhug]

After my cp in February and MMC at 8w with d&c at 10w at the end of april I agree to 100000% on the hormonal drop and the roller coaster. It was so so bad. I had suicidal thoughts and as soon as the hormones leveled out they stopped. 8 weeks after the d&c and two therapy sessions later I'm so much better now. And love that you found gardening. Our balcony has never been so full with flowers. We will get through this and India, we are not alone ❤

[@indiabatson26]

thank you for sharing something so vulnerable

[@nat.in.nature]

I’m so, so happy for you that your crepe myrtle is blooming. How incredibly special and beautiful ❤️ The part of your video about not wasting the wait really spoke to me. I am in my early 30s and have never had a relationship (for no reason other than lack of opportunity), and have wanted one since I was in high school. And am now waiting for my person. I’ve tried dating apps and they just don’t work for me. I deleted it today. I’ve just decided there’s really nothing I can do. So I like the not wasting the wait idea. Because I don’t know how long I’ll be waiting and I’ve already waited so long, but for me I would say not wasting the wait means doing things that fill my life and going after those (like backpacking and other outdoors things that I want to try really badly). Sending strength and hope to you for many joyful moments in this time.

[@EternallyLoved92]

YES TO THE HAIR! At the end of the day, it's just hair, you can always go back to blonde blonde if you don't like it. But I think you can rock it. Ok, back to the video. 🫶 Hi, me again, 🤣 I laughed too hard when you put that mascara on and it went from 0-1000 real quick! 🤣 I hate spending money on mascara but I might need to give that one a go. Haha As for gardening, you're gonna love it! I started last year with a small 15x30 foot bed and by this year, I asked my husband to till me one four times the size. It's now 1600 sq foot with the in ground and raised bed area and I'm obsessed.

[@indiabatson26]

This is SO TRUE!!!!! If I don’t like it I can go back !?! Thank you for this reminder that it’s not that serious lol

[@EternallyLoved92]

​@@indiabatson26Girl, I get it. My hair is my favorite feature. I got an undercut years ago and almost immediately hated it. 🤣 Took 3 years to get my hair all the same length again! But sometimes you just gotta go for it and see what happens! You never know if you'll love it or hate it until you try.

[@laneylikewhoa]

God makes no coloring mistakes-go darker old-money blonde with light, face-framing! It’ll be stunning and bring out more of the natural beauty you already have 🥰 And praying for your fertility journey!! ❤

[@theworldofsega4340]

I’m so glad to hear you are not going to waste your wait. Go you. You’re gonna get pregnant. You keep trying. Literally everyone I start following ends up pregnant. I wanted to have another baby and instead I ended up getting divorced. I’ll keep you in my prayers that a rainbow baby is on their way to you. In God’s time.

[@julietted8086]

I needed this pep talk! Thank you. I had a miscarriage recently, started trying again and in a very similar situation. God is good and his will is greater than mine!

[@kristytriggs7271]

I will be praying for you and your husband for a successful pregnancy!! I like your hair blonde but also I think low maintenance is a good idea too , your bueatiful no matter what you choose❤

[@lightglory7560]

With your beautiful blue eyes, I definitely like it a bit darker hair look

[@jessicar6162]

You are so so inspiring and such a beautiful soul. I always look forward to your updates. I know God has a plan for you and your husband! I’m praying for you❤️

[@SharrellKline]

Try out the darker and see. I think you'll look amazing. If you don't like it, you can have more highlights added.

[@laLadyDiana]

First of all, YES to the hair! I think it would look amazing ☺️ and secondly, thank you for that wake up call.. You can’t imagine how much I needed someone to tell me not to waste the wait.. ❤ wish you all the best for your future plans, may everything fall in place and fill your heart with joy and love! ❤️

[@indiabatson26]

Whatever you are waiting on friend, I hope you are able to work towards CHOOSING JOY TODAY❤❤❤❤❤❤ so much love to you beautiful !!! You got this bb

[@laLadyDiana]

@@indiabatson26❤❤❤

[@pheenobarbidoll2016]

I can tell you we have the same coloring and ashy " dirty dishwater" blonde color. It will look super dark once grown out so prepare for that. I added some highlights later just because the darkness was so foreign to me. It was enough to give it some depth and lightness around my face. Made my eyes pop even more though and I liked that about letting it grow out lol

[@andreaarias5517]

DO IT GIRL its gonna look so good

[@bi8455]

By faith, I pray that God gives you the desires of your heart! Love you India, you are a blessing!! Greetings from Monterrey, Mexico

[@ljsteverson]

Watching as I recover from my ectopic surgery earlier today. In and out of sleep and crying. But I’ve been watching your videos for years now and I’m so encouraged by you. I know God is good all the time and his perfect plan for my life sustains me. No “but”s about it. Looking forward also to studying Bible like I’ve never studied it before. Through this, I’m excited to grow closer with God. Also. Old money blonde FS!!!

[@indiabatson26]

@@ljsteverson oh sweet friend 🩷🩷🩷 I’m so so sorry for your loss. God is the same God in the highs and the lows. and on the days you don’t see it or believe it just keep saying it until you believe it. I wrestled with God a LOT through my losses be He was always right there to hold my hand and love on me 🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷 praying you experience a peace that transcends all understanding in time

[@jrclute4683]

You are so brave girl. Proud of you for feeling the feels instead of shoving it away. Such a scary and hard journey. Love to you sweet girl ❤

[@indiabatson26]

So much love to YOU beautiful! Thank you for your encouragement

[@samzetnick4558]

Old money gurlll 😍 Also rooting for & praying for y’all in your fertility journey!🙏🏻 Thank you for being a light!!💛

[@Candy_Nicole_Nia]

Yes! Old money blonde will be beautiful!

[@izalinabittencourt3705]

I say do the darker blonde! I think it’ll be pretty, but also, if you hate it you can lighten it back up🤷🏽‍♀️

[@danifox1427]

I’m so proud of you for having this mindset! Joy is a choice, it’s a hard choice to make during these times but you persevere❣️

[@pamkirby4390]

Yes , I love your mottos. You are definitely a sister Christian because we believe the same things. Life is short, I will be 60 in 10 months . Listen to this lady, she is wise beyond her years. Blessings, prayers, and love to you and your husband India! 🤩🙏💛

[@ali08lacey]

OLD MONEY BLONDE 👏👏👏👏

[@lyzettevega1234]

You're looking pretty, pretty + don't be scare of those gorgeous eyes & show them off!!! ❤

[@sammylg22]

India, how true it is that we need to live in the day God has given us. Joy and Gratitude are choices! Greatfulness makes us joyful people. I was reading Matthew and came to the part where Jesus teaches us not to worry. It’s so simple! It’s so simple yet so profound.

[@kristensaenz6421]

Do it! Go darker! The examples you showed will look so good on you!❤

[@kristydasilva696]

“Don't waste the wait” Girl, I needed to hear this!

[@carolinzoe]

YES old money blonde!!

[@TamalaLynne]

Will be praying for you on this journey India!!

[@bekkalea2465]

I loved this video and feel super motivated now to use my time better^^I‘m a procrastinator and really need a kick in the booty sometimes to finally do all the stuff I need and want to do. Thank you, India ❤

[@kelsieosenbach6764]

Yes old money blonde please!!!!

[@auni2955]

Ive got the blue laser eyes too!! 😆 I also have the darker brown dirty blond hair, Im gonna get some blonde highlights. I think the darker actually isn’t a too harsh contrast. I so also think the old money would be super cute!!

[@Cooper810]

India you are so strong! God has big plans for you and your future family! Stay strong in your faith in Him, it will all work out in His time.❤

[@indiabatson26]

God bless you sweeet friend ❤❤❤❤

[@samjones9465]

Yes to the framing and sprinkle of highlights. I have just gone from all blonde to this - I cannot believe how much younger it makes me look - I was really scared to do it but am so glad I did.

[@indiabatson26]

It can be so scary??? Why is it so scary??? Pol

[@samjones9465]

@@indiabatson26 What was even scarier was I went from no fringe for about 10 years (bangs I think you call it) to a fringe - amazing. My daughter is my hairdresser so I trust her but it was still scary x

[@sarahs9802]

Right here with you on the TTC journey, hit a year TTC in the middle of a prolonger MMC, thank you so much for sharing 💕 also really trying to use this wait for a purpose and try to enjoy it And I vote darker hair!

[@julietted8086]

I think you would look stunning with both hair colors! I say try the old money blonde and if you hate it go back to your full blonde!

[@celinelsg3519]

I love your insight! Hold on and go for your new hair color 💪🏻 💁🏻‍♀️

[@meganglynn6568]

This is one of your best videos ever I think. You give great advice

[@FrauSjoeblom]

I think your eyes will look amazing with dark hair ❤

[@Falalalalalalala]

I vote go for it on your hair! Old money blonde with a little brighter money piece in the front. Having it lower maintenance can be fun. Plus you’re already in that direction since you went darker in the winter 💛💕

[@beautywithJoH]

I think the new trend would actually suit you better! 😊 don’t be afraid of this change ❤

[@EverythingAndNothing08]

Going completely back to your natural hair color may not be as scary as you think. I stopped bleaching my hair a few years ago and when I look in the mirror now I have no idea why I ever bleached my hair. ☺️

[@VickyNorton]

Yes to the darker hair 😊

[@sybyl1117]

Go darker. Your makeup is snatched!

[@sandybrand3230]

I think with your gorgeous blue eyes your natural color will really make the pop🤷🏻‍♀️

[@claire5916]

I needed to hear this as I'm manifesting a new job. Thank you for the reminder.

[@bluefroggy99]

Choosing joy is the way to go! I love your positivity ☺️🙏🏻 My husband got me those same overalls for Christmas. They are awesome!

[@elizabethorsillo7187]

OMB! And I definitely love the “don’t waste the wait!” In my case, I’m waiting for (early) retirement! I’m only 53 right now, and even though I don’t really want to get “older,” I definitely want to be free!

[@Carmied76]

Go for the old money blonde!

[@kunya16]

Definitely try the hair idea. If you hate it it's easy to change it to your regular blonde. Do old money blonde. Go for it. Life's too short to not try the hair ideas.

[@Emily_tharp87]

I’d stay blonde blonde for the summer and do darker for the fall to try it out!