"Worth the Wait"

Wow- today was rough! I was SOOO tired at work and nauseated too. The best way I've heard this feeling explained is that it's like taking a sleeping pill when I wake up and then having to stay awake and work. I felt good all last week, with some nausea here and there and periods of sleepiness, but I was not taking naps after work. This week, I'm back to napping. The good news is that my cravings for junk food are not as strong. I've been craving fresh fruit and healthy sandwiches. Although, around lunch I'm still wanting veggie pizza. Today I had the most amazing grilled cheese ever! It had fresh tomato, mushroom, and bacon! YUM!

When I got home, I had such great surprises waiting! I got an adorable card from The Maryanski Family congratulating us. And then Christian went to the door and found two packages addressed to us also. The first was from Pam, a great pregnancy journal that details each days progress for mom and baby. It also gives some helpful hints and cute quotes. I love it! The other book I'm reading gives weekly updates and I always want to peek ahead, but this one will give me something to read every day- Thank you Pam!

The second gift is from Jessica and Kevin- the picture speaks for itself. When Christian pulled this out of the gift box, I struggled to hold back the tears; it just hit me! It says, "I was worth the wait". Oh, I cannot wait to see our baby in this adorable outfit! Thank you... I couldn't imagine any phrase more perfect!

Last week, Sue K. came back from Italy and brought baby a beautiful teal colored Rosary from Vatican City and a pendant. It is very special to us, and comes from a very special place. Thank you Sue and Ray for thinking of us while on vacation.

Tracy and Joe Volkmar were here this weekend to celebrate Dad's retirement. It was great to see them after so long and their adorable son Chase. Tracy's card said it best... "The best days of your lives are still to come". I have to believe she's right!