Sonogram today

Traffic was really thick trying to get into Beaverton today. We JUST made my apt. They called me in right away and the technician was ready.
She didn't say anything for probably the first 10 minutes. It was hard to tell much from the tiny screen. Finally she pointed at the heart and said "156 that's good"
A huge sigh of relief from both Nate and I. I'm not exactly sure what she was taking pictures of for the next 15 minutes but it was good to see the heart beating.
She did point out the arms and very long legs.:)

After it was done I asked if everything looked good. Because she's not a doctor she is not authorized to say " good" but she did congratulate us and encouraged us to spread the news to our family and friends. :) I think that means everything looked good!!

We will see our doctor in 2 weeks. She will let us know more then.

As for my nasea, well it is getting better. She did measure me at 11 1/2 weeks today ..... Almost in the clear!

Thank you for your prayers. We sure appreciate it. Neither of us slept well last night. I think we were both nervous. We will sleep well tonight though. ;)

Christmas shopping done!

It's 5:30pm Monday and our shopping is complete!

This year is unique for us as we will have a low key Christmas with just the 2 of us. I havnt been feeling very well lately, so we are really looking forward to a restful week.

That is why I am stunned that our shopping is already done!
Yesterday I had a quick burst of energy so we hopped in the car and ventured out to the mall. It was a zoo!! But in less than an Hour we were in and out. Our parking spot hardly had a chance to take a breath of fresh air before it was quickly taken again by new shoppers.

Our presents are all wrapped and under the tree. Nates stocking... Or legging as we call it, is plumb full and dragging on the floor. I'm not sure that the little push pin will hold it up much longer. It's either a lot of rocks or a heavy treat. We shall see!!!

Tomorrow morning is my sonogram apt. They want me to drink 32oz an hour before my apt begins....let me remind the audience that my previous apt was an hour behind schedule. Oh my goodness my eyes are already swimming just thinking about that. I'm not sure if I will be able to accomplish that feet. But here we go.....

Best birthday gift!

Monday is my birthday, but Nate couldn't wait to have me open my gift.
This morning he made me a pancake breakfast and handed me my birthday card.
Inside were tickets to see Bill Cosby live!!!! I was so suprised and excited. He knows me well... I have always enjoyed BC's comedy. The show isn't until January but that will be something we can both look forward to.

I'm so excited!!!!!!

It's that time of year...

I love Christmas! Most of you know I listen to Christmas music almost year-round. Why keep the cheeriness to only one month a year? =)

I do wait until this month to start watching Christmas movies. Yesterday it was Charlie Brown's Christmas...how cute!

Well, most of you know that Nate and I are expecting a baby in July. It's been exciting news. I'm still in the process of getting used to my morning sickness. My work fortunately is very flexible with me if I ever give them a glazed over look and head for the door. Yesterday I was actually able to put in a full day! I'm praying that I will be able to continue to do that. It's good for me to be there with everyone. I really have been enjoying my work, the people I work with are very encouraging and I love working with college aged students.

We are really enjoying our little place as it continues to get more and more put together. Last weekend my family came up for a few days and they helped get our first Christmas tree! I love that smell of fresh trees!! It fits perfectly in the corner next to the fireplace. How cozy! Probably one of my favorite parts of our tree are all the christmas ornaments from over the years. Each one has a different story or memory. I'm sort of sentimental that way. I enjoy looking through all of them and being reminded of why we picked that one out.

Another new addition to the family - our mac mini! Leo has successfully converted one more family member to the world of Apple. =) I think we'll really enjoy using all the picture/video programs especially when our baby arrives.

Have a great first week of December!