Well I just read our last post to see what all we've been up to inbetween, and wow, am I good at predicting myself or what?! I knew just how crazy the fall was going to be, and therefore knew it would probably be Christmas before the blog saw anymore action. As most of you know by now, our fall was quite possibly the best and busiest time in our marriage that we can remember.
Most importantly is the good news of our baby, set to grace us with their presence in June! As most of you also know, this was no small effort on our part and ultimately showed us how much God is in control. We have always looked forward to the time we were ready to start a family (even when we were dating), but knew we needed to wait for our right time. In June of last year our hearts were ready to take that next step, so we began the process. Little did we know how much trouble we would encounter on the road to baby...After a year and a half of doctor's appointments, medicine, tests, exams, specialist referrals, and injections, we got our positive. We had become so weary of at home pregnancy tests that we went to the doctor for a blood test to make them call us with the good or bad news. It was so surreal to hear that this time we were successful - in fact I think we still have a hard time believing it. Hearing the heartbeat only weeks later for the first time was such an amazing experience, and we still love going to the doctor to hear it. At that same visit we saw our little blueberry for the first time, and now can't wait until our next picture at the end of January that will let us know if we'll be welcoming a girl or a boy! Currently we are in week 15 and closing in on 4 months - crazy! As always, prayers are appreciated as our only hope is for a healthy baby to come into our family.
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| The Stork visits Sunday School |
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| Our blueberry at 7 weeks! |
It is also probably not news to anyone that I (Katie) graduated with my second bachelor's degree, this time in nursing. What a relief! The last two years have been full of stress, but also full of fun, friendship, and learning. I am set to start in February at a children's hospital in Dallas, so let's hope for a smooth transition to Katie, RN.
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| Nursing Pinning Reception |
This has also been no picnic for Chris, as his work has been more intense than ever. Usually long hours and working from home are not part of government work, but we've learned otherwise this fall. There have been plenty of ups and downs, but he has done great work that we are proud of.
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| Halloween at the hospital |
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| Sunday School Card Party |
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| Sunday School guys go fish |
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| Cooking for the Sunday School Christmas Party |
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| Sunday School Christmas Party |
Now we look forward to Christmas and our El Paso trip to see family. Hopefully our next post will be in less than 3 months! Merry Christmas, Happy New Years, and God Bless!
