A Little Info on Your Daddy (Not to be read until you're about 11 years old or start asking questions)

Daddy was raised with three younger brothers and a little sister. So he didn't know very much about the "things" girls go through. (Hormones, pregnancy, etc.) I have to say, though, for someone who wasn't very prepared (I don't think either of us were), he's doing an amazing job.

For example, your daddy has been very patient when Mommy starts crying for no reason and, even though it kind of weirded him out at first, supports and helps me when I start cleaning and decorating for your arrival. (Even though you probably won't see the Christmas tree this year... so I took a picture)

He talks about you as if you're already born and suggested that I start reading/singing to you since you can hear us now.

He knows what I can/cannot eat and helps make meals accordingly.

He tells me to sit down when my back starts hurting. (Sometimes Mommy needs to be reminded now and again.)

He even helps me get to sleep when he's having trouble sleeping himself.

I just want you to know, Baby Girl, your Mommy married a wonderful man and I hope you look for someone similar when the time comes.

Oh... and go easy on Daddy. We're both still learning. :)

Lots of Love,

Mommy

IT'S A GIRL!!!

Can't stop grinning. Probably wouldn't stop grinning if you were a boy OR a girl, but both of us are VERY excited! We've been looking at names. When you read this, you can see a few of the ideas we've been passing back and forth. :)

Rosaline
Ellidy
Ileanna
Antonia
Carmen
Jade
Rayne

So, what happened during the doctor's appointment? I'll tell ya. :)
First off, I took the sedative late for the blood test they'd be giving me after the ultrasound, so we were in the waiting room for about 20 minutes until it kicked in. Daddy wouldn't let me fall asleep, though, since we wanted to do the ultrasound before the test. We they called us in, we had the ultrasound and I have to say, I was very happy my intuition was right. :) Your mommy hasn't completely lost her mind yet. I don't remember much of the ultrasound after that, though, other than I felt very much at peace... until they brought in the needle. Your Momma gave those poor nurses a rather rough time for about an hour until the doctor had the idea to let me see another girl get her blood drawn. After I'd seen that, I was able to let the nurse take my blood. The lesson? Leaving a fear in the unknown makes it worse than it has to be. Don't be afraid to learn and look. It seems less scary afterwards.
I love you, Baby Girl. Your daddy is bragging to everyone that he's having a little girl. :) Your aunts and uncles, grandmas and grandpas are all very excited, too.
Can't wait to meet you. I hope we can be prepared when we do. Now, back to name looking and to maybe do some shopping.
Love Always,
Mom <3