First OB visit

Today I'm 6 weeks pregnant!

I saw the OB on December 5th. The doctor told me it was too early for an ultrasound so I'm scheduled to have one in about 10 days. I'm praying that we see the tiny heart beating.

Here is a picture of my belly at 4 weeks. Nothing has changed yet. I was 108 pounds when I took the picture. I normally lose weight in the first trimester but I hope I don't lose much weight this time around.

I only have a few pregnancy symptoms right now. The nausea normally hits me at 6 or 7 weeks... which will be just in time for Christmas. I'm having vivid and scary dreams, which has happened with all of my pregnancies.

Family Pictures

Some great friends took family pictures of us at the Gilbert Public Library. It was very fun! The pictures turned out nice except for the fact that Tylar didn't want to smile that day. Oh well, maybe next time. The pictures are so natural compared to our studio pictures from last year. Thank you Caroline, Lola, and Jen!

Shhhh....

After the loss of our son in the second trimester, we decided not to tell our children anything about future pregnancies until I really begin to show. So, I'm sharing the news with you because you won't tell the girls, right? =)

I took a test on the morning of December 2, 2008. I've heard that morning is the best time to test.

I normally see a line appear right away but this time it took several minutes and the second line was very faint.

I went to the store to get more tests! I always wanted to use a digital and this time I had an excuse to spend the extra money.

The doctor confirmed that I am pregnant yesterday. Yay! I think I'm due August 13, 2009. This will be my third August baby if all goes well!

I have been charting my cycles for 7 months. My chart doesn't look like a typical pregnancy chart so I was shocked to see the word "pregnant"!

The Marine Corps Ball 2008

I'm finally taking time to write my first post!

We went to the Marine Corps Birthday Ball on November 1st, 2008. It was a fun night! Probably my favorite ball so far. I only spent $40 for my dress, $30 for a manicure and pedicure, and my hair and make-up were free! The ceremony was nice and simple. Afterward, we hung out at Westgate since the ball was held in the same area.

Now, it's time to think about family pictures tomorrow and Thanksgiving at the end of the month! It's hard to believe that the holidays are here!