So far so GOOD!!!

Summer has been so wonderful. I worked up until the last day of school.....got a half day in one of my fave kindergarten classes on Weds. June 25th....so until July 7th....I was on VACATION!!! ( although I did do a morning at Study Abroad) I just lived it up so much those days because I knew I would have work this summer. There is something about just enjoying days off and having a REAL relaxing time off! Danny even took one of the days off with me, and that day turned out to be one of the SUNNIEST BEST days! Here's some of my highlights:

Took Levi to town while Kristi was away. We had the best time looking at Toys in every store and made a few purchases at the Dollar store. He was such a good boy! We wished Jonah could have come, but he wasn't feeling good. 

Jules came to visit, and we had a great time too at Boom Burger, North Rustico, and she was a real sport and went to our Stretch Fam BBQ/Campfire for most of Saturday night! I just loved having time with her!

Took Jonah to the beach (while Levi was napping) and we had the BEST time together too! The waves were the best and warmest so far this summer and he was brave and was swimming with his tube so much! 

We went out to North Rustico to check on the waves from Hurricane Arthur! It was beautiful, but we stepped outside and got sand blasted...not so much fun...but we had a great night *didn't lose our power, thankfully* and once we got some of the sand out settled in for a cozy night at home with the howling winds outside!

We went to a Triple Header at the Drive In, but the power went off so we got free tickets to go anytime we want this summer!! (SWEET)

Dan found this BEAUTIFUL picture at Winners and we hadn't hung anything in our room, so this makes me feel so happy when I see it! 

Finally got my clothesline up and a friend gave me SO many matern clothes which is a HUGE blessing and encouragement! 

But the GREATEST thing about my summer so far is of course, my BABY!!! Yesterday I heard the heartbeat again, and couldn't help but just cry and cry because I am so relieved and thankful and overwhelmed that there is a little soul tucked inside just moving and with a strong heartbeat...although I haven't felt any movements yet, it was a relief to know that so far our little one is safe and sound in there. 

Best things so far: 18 weeks

• hearing the heartbeat again
• we found a crib and changing table on KIJIJI and its our first big purchase for the babe's room. We want to redo the flooring at some point this summer, so I can't wait to pick that out. Thankfully I already seam filled and painted over the March Break and the closet and ceiling are all repainted too!
• getting alot of advice from friends and family, especially on baby gear. Dan's sister and bro in law let us tag along to Toys R Us because they are also expecting their second child this summer and got lots of advice on strollers, car seats, baby tubs, etc. I've been so overwhelmed with the kindness of people and even offers of lending me clothes, giving me baby books to read, and just being excited with us as we anticipate this HUGE adventure
• So far I fit in normal clothes, but I am collecting longer shirts and putting away shorts/pants that hurt my waist! Loving wearing my comfy black pants, and pretty much change into my summer pj's if I know I'm staying home for the night!

Guess what!!!!

Dan and I are having a baby. 

I'm 16 weeks today!

I know this won't be too surprising for my 3 readers, since you are all close friends...but I wanted to blog a momentous event in my life. It's still very surreal for me.

I am not sick but I do have a few symptoms so far:

• not liking coffee too much in the mornings, except Starbucks!!! ( I treat myself to a few sometimes, but not going nuts!!!)
• a little moody *Dan may put a different adjective instead of (little) but he's been a champ at loving me and encouraging me. I am so thankful for this guy. He already rubs my feet without me asking all the time and is so kind and loving to me. But he rarely treats me like a baby, he's tough and gentle at the same time with me!! I feel so blessed that I get a husband like him.
• lots of bathroom breaks, especially around 3 or 4 at night, and feel a little hungry in the night too...but nothing too serious. I am usually too tired to worry about it till the morning. But I eat breakfast more faithfully now! Trying not to forget my pre-natal vitamin every morning!
• I feel a bit chubby, but so far fit into most of my clothes. I put a few things away cuz they were a bit tight but I am not wearing maternity stuff yet....I am on the search for some cute things though! I got a sweet little dress at target, but so far my maternity wardrobe is 2 pairs of jeans from value village and 1 shirt. Luckily most of my wardrobe has always been for comfort so alot of my clothes will fit me for awhile I think!! 
• A little tired, but not too bad. I fell asleep in Star Wars a few times, and we usually go to bed at a decent time anyways, but there have been a few days that I felt totally zonked and slept in and then even had another nap. But for the most part I feel normal. 

Best parts so far:

• I will never forget Danny's reaction to finding out he was going to be a Daddy. He is very excited and although we know we aren't prepared/ready/have ANY sweet clues about this...he always maintains a very confident and relaxed and happy attitude about becoming parents. For THIS....I am thankful...because I feel WAY nervous, scared, excited, terrified.....etc...
• Hearing our little lemon's heartbeat on June 17. I haven't "felt" pregnant at all, but this was such an amazing thing to hear. I can't even describe how it feels to know there is a little person inside me who can suck their thumb and even is growing toenails....Today they are the size of a pear!!!
• The amazing, unbelievably ENCOURAGING support we have received from our family and friends. It was very odd to tell people we were pregnant, but the momentum just kept building. After we had held the secret between us for 3 months, it was exciting to share the news with the people we love. I was just so encouraged by all the friends and acquaintances who sent support through wack ol' FB too. I was a little nervous to post it there, but in the end it was nice to tell people that we otherwise may not have run into personally, but still care about us. 

So my life is changing. I'm resisting some of the changes. I have loved the time that Danny and I have shared, especially in our first year of marriage. In some ways it feels soooo quick to already be pregnant, but I am beyond thankful and overwhelmed with joy that God has blessed us this way. I know that this is a miracle and I pray hard that our baby will be healthy, happy and will arrive safe. I still can hardly believe I found Danny, and this new miracle is just blowing my mind.