a short break...

We wanted to let you know that we're still but taking a short break as we try to get ourselves situated in our new house.

We moved in on Saturday with the help of our friends the Volochs, Nathan's supervisor Rob, and my Dad. A special "Thank you" to all of them, we couldn't have done it without you. We're still sorting through boxes but each day we're getting more and more put away. If only there weren't a thousand other things to do during the day as well... work being one of them.

As soon as things are straightened up we'll try to get some pictures up for you.

punching bag...

I've become a human punching bag! Up until a week ago (or so) I've been enjoying wonderful little kicks and tugs, every once and a while experiencing a big kick here and there. But in the past week things have changed. I feel like our little Ava is trying to find her way out and in the proccess she is beating me up. For awhile I thought maybe if I stood up or changed positions that would help. I have no idea just how squishy it is in there and thought maybe she was uncomfortable. But that doesn't even seem to work anymore.

Saturday evening Nathan and I went up to paint some more in the new house (I promise I will get pictures up soon, there are things everywhere right now and I can't get a good picture.) We didn't get to bed until 1:30 am after painting the living room (its quite large) and when I finally layed down the fun began. It took me a solid half hour to get the baby to settle down and to fall asleep. By 8 am I was wide awake and she was in full swing again, not to mention I was starving. Then at church on Sunday it hurt so badly I thought for sure I'd have to get up and walk out. She was kicking so hard and was right up under my ribs on the right side, she likes my right side A LOT!!!

I guess I can't complain though, even if it does hurt. At least I know she is growing strong and this is her way of letting me know she is doing well.

little joys...

"The Lord will guide you always;

he will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land

and will strengthen your frame."

Isaiah 58:11

I ran to the mall today to get a dress shirt for Nathan and to get his watch fixed. While I was there I noticed that Bath and Body works was having one of their great sales. As I ventured in to see if their wall flowers were on sale I looked over and saw a friend of mine. Granted I've only known Jodi for a month or so, she is the wife of one of the other guys on Nathan's softball team, but it was nice to see her out. I walked over and said hi and we chatted for a few minutes then we both headed out.

As I drove home a little later I started thinking about how nice it was to be out and about and then run into someone I know. Then it dawned on me, it was an answered prayer. We've lived here in the Burgh for almost two years now and have continually prayed for friends. Since last October we've had exactly two sets of friends, and sadly one couple just left and headed South. (We miss you David & Sally Ann) But in the past few months since we've begun attending a new church we've started to meet new people. Normally I'd see Jodi and the other wives every Sunday at the softball games and think nothing of it, but it truly was a joy to see her today out at the mall. Isn't it amazing how God brings the "little joys" into our lives? (I am so easily entertained and pleased, and I thank God for that too.)

So things are starting to shape up, and hopefully they will only get better. I guess Pittsburgh isn't the "sun-scorched land" we thought it was. Praise God for new friends!

"And my God will meet all your needs according

to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus."
Philippians 4:19

(emphasis added)

25 weeks +...

25 weeks +

My monthly check up was a week late this month, but everything is still going well. I took the glucose test this morning and was surprised that it wasn't as bad as I expected. It reminded me of the syrup from the frozen icy pops you have as a child, just thicker and much more to drink. Hopefully that will turn out well and I won't have to take the more invasive test.

Other than that, my appointment was short and sweet. Baby B is doing well, still very very active, kicking and flipping all over the place. Her heartbeat is strong and she is growing right on track, as can be seen in my weight gain!

We'll have a new update on Baby B next month!