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I know pretty much everyone knows this already, but Joel and I are expecting a sweet little addition to our family this April.  If all the Facebook statuses hadn't given it away, my belly sure would have!  But between morning sickness and, well, morning sickness, I never did give anyone an update from the last blog post I wrote about going back to school (not that I really need to, I don't think, but it would at least keep my blog up-to-date!  And, I just enjoy blogging and needed something to write about, so here 'ya go).
   School never happened.  Not that it wouldn't have been absolutely amazing, but we discovered Baby right before I signed up; and although it was hard to say "no", I ended up being glad I did (Pregnancy is not for the faint of heart, especially that first trimester!).  It is so funny how something can be such a perfect opportunity, seem SO God-directed, but in fact He has other plans, other things He wants us to accomplish!  So, while most couples are figuring out what they want to eat for their anniversary dinner, what gift they want to buy or make for their spouse, or scheming some romantic weekend get-away, we are planning on having a baby!  What better anniversary gift could anyone ask for?
    So in case anyone is wondering, I am very much looking forward to being a stay-at-home wife and mom.  Maybe this seems old-fashioned in today's culture, but I absolutely LOVE being able to say that I stay at home, that I clean the house, and cook for my man.  And I am looking forward to getting more involved in our church as well, and we are praying for opportunities to reach out to those around us and develop closer friendships.  God has definitely not called me to a boring life!




P.S:  I highly recommend this book for any of my pregnant friends; or if you're not yet!  This book is really fascinating, and helpful (among other things, think a plethora of healthy, yummy recipes and beneficial exercises here).  There is also a DVD that goes along with it that's fabulous too.  Just watch out on the Red Raspberry Leaf Tea, it is not recommended until late in the third trimester. :)  

 
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