Drum roll please...

Last Tuesday we got to see our little munchkin on 3D, and found out that 'it' is a GIRL! We are so excited, and I've already started decorating and shopping for darling little girl things! Our deal was if it was a boy, we'd celebrate with hot dogs and going to the batting cages, and if it was a girl, we'd get dessert and go shopping. And boy was it fun! It's so awesome to connect with her as a little girl, and call her by name. I've LOVED feeling her move so much. About three weeks ago I felt some faint movement like a little butterfly in my abdomen, but for the last four days it's been distinct little kicks, and it's so cute! You can't feel her movement from the outside yet, but Jeremy got to see her move across my belly the other day, and he loved it! We're so grateful for this gift, and feel so blessed by the Lord. We keep falling deeper and deeper in love with her, and wonder what she's going to be like. I feel so much purpose, being with child. Growing life inside of you is one of the most beautiful, amazing gifts...and I am so grateful for it.

Here's our video announcement of her gender::

And here's a picture of my 18 week belly (now 19 weeks) at our Doctor's appointment ::

The cutest little dress we bought her the day we found out, and Jeremy's interpretation of being a protective Daddy. 

And our little girl's name!

inspiration

During my pregnancy so far, I have found little motivation to clean, and thank God for such an amazing husband who blesses me so much and has picked up my slack! He's such a gift. Well, I remembered the other day, as I looked at the plethora of dishes staring back at me that I so desperately did NOT want to clean... that every girl just needs a few little things to make cleaning so much better...

:: Cute aprons

:: Your favorite Soap (Mrs. Meyer's 'Lavender' is my absolute favorite)

:: And some music to get your hands a movin'!

Now if I could just remember these in the future...

:: thirteen weeks

We are thirteen weeks pregnant and on my way out of the first trimester! I've already been feeling so much better, started showing a lot the last few weeks, and we bought our first baby purchase...a crib!

Baby's growth:
This week our baby is forming their vocal chords, growing hair, and clenching their fists and flexing their feet. It's already moving around like crazy, and I could swear over the weekend, when I was lying still in bed on my side, I could feel it move for the first time! It felt like a jellyfish in my tummy.

Cravings this week ::
All things Lime (limeade, lime popsicles, spicy cheetos with lime)
Carrot Sticks
& Waffles

Crazy pregnancy dreams::
Savage monkeys attacking our apartment
Going into labor at three months because my OB found a "clove of garlic" in my uterus on my ultrasound
And giving birth to a little leprechaun

Gender predictions::
Jeremy = Boy
Maggie = Girl

11 weeks!

We had our first doctor's appointment two weeks ago and found out we're due APRIL 23rd! It was the most beautiful, surreal thing to see our baby for the first time, and made us so proud as parents. Our little one was moving like crazy, perfect heartbeat, and everything looks so healthy! We celebrated the exciting day with a delicious date at The Montecito Cafe, and a night walk on Butterfly Beach. Time is flying by, and I'm trying to soak up every minute of it!

Baby's First Picture ::

“To be in your children’s memories tomorrow, you have to be in their lives today”
- Anonymous

Can't wait for this...

Oh, baby, baby!

We. are. pregnant.

Two months along, and we're so excited! This little surprise bundle has come into our lives at the perfect time. God knew! It's been quite the journey so far, and already God has been preparing our hearts for our little one. Welcome to the journey!

Here is a much welcomed, and so very thoughtful gift from our friend and fellow Mama. Yuuummy!

First letter I wrote to the little one.