Soon We'll be 5

It seems hardly believable to me. After so many years and heartbreak and hoping, we are having another baby this summer. Early August, end of July, whenever it is best for her. We are cautiously excited about this change for our family but full of gratitude. I went through the IVF process in Fall of 2013 and it didn't work. It took me a while to recover emotionally from the disappointment. Scott and I decided we could handle the process one more time--to prove to our Heavenly Father we would do everything in our power to add to our family and trust Him with the rest. I started the shots and medications in October 2014 and we found out we were pregnant right after Thanksgiving Day. I was relieved and scared and thankful all wrapped up together. My first trimester got really difficult around week 6 and it didn't let up until around week 19. I tried really hard to not complain but to feel gratitude with each wave of sickness. The right hormones were working and it meant the baby was developing properly. We did have two embryos, both started to grow. But by week 8 one didn't make it. Although twins would have been a crazy adventure, we prayed with gratitude for one healthy baby. Around week 18 we found out we are having a girl. Watson is warming up to the idea quickly (he was convinced he only wanted another brother) and Chandler won't believe it until he sees her. Here I am now, resting and preparing for this new baby. It's a process, one I'm grateful to go through one last time. I have felt closer to my Heavenly Father through this. The pain and struggle of it all has brought me to my knees often. I'm grateful for prayer and the chance to speak to Him-- my hearts desires. He listens. He is always there. No matter the outcome or my response to it He always loves me. There is nothing greater than this.

Almost not Lucky

I've been a little off my game lately, with adjusting to pregnancy and all. St. Patrick's day celebrations were very low key this year. Luckily, Watson didn't mind. He was content to find and assemble this green Mixel and be happy the rest of the day. I felt lucky to be with my family and not be pinched.

My Own R & R

Blame it on hormones or cabin fever, I'm not sure, but I knew I needed some time away. So, my sweet husband helped me organize a last minute girls getaway with my friend Liz. He promised to hold down the fort and "party all night long" with Watson so I could get some me time. He and Watson really did maximize Dad time with lots of pizza, movies, and video games. Everybody was happy!

One of the days I was gone Watson got to ski while Scott snowbiked. It tuckered him out sufficiently.

Although a little chilly, San Diego was a great place to visit. The beach was peaceful and we hit every spot we could to take it all in.

Yelp was our go to for finding unique and yummy places to eat. We were never disappointed.

It was the perfect amount of time in a great place with a fun friend. I felt so much more myself by the time I came home. Bring it on regular life!