We closed on our house on May 15. What an exciting event!! I was worked up all day long anticipating the closing but it went like clockwork and we soon had keys to our new home--the big yellow house as I like to call it. It is a beautiful home with that is perfect to begin raising our new BABY. Did I say that out loud?
Yes, WE ARE HAVING A BABY!!! I found out on March 1 (my momma's birthday) which is a totally separate and special story I will save for later. I am 17 weeks along this week and due on November 1. I guess that is my announcement to the world. Many already know as I have a big mouth and couldn't keep it secret forever. It is bitter sweet to move away from family before I have a baby. I FINALLY GET TO BE A MOM!!!
This is Baby Whitney at 9 weeks when I went for my first Ultra Sound. My third Ultra Sound (and the most important) is scheduled for June 8.
I had the time of my life in Rochester. Steven began school on May 18th and has been busy. Out of 237 individuals who applied to the Physical Therapy program,only 16 were accepted. I am so proud of my husband. I think he is brilliant!
Steven was busy with school and Dad and I kept busy cleaning, improving and unpacking. We always had a bit of time to go do things--lots of eating out; Lake Ontario; Strong Museum of Play; Erie Canal in Pittsford; a toad in the garden; Addi's first tick; Watkins Glen; and a memorable and momentous trip to the projects of Rochie and on and on and on...
For now I am back in Heber. I came home to finish up with my job (sniff sniff). I am truly sad to be leaving such a wonderful work environment. Not many can say they love their jobs. I can say that I love my job not only because of the people I work with but because of the constant challenge I feel when I am at work. I love all of the people I work with. You know who you all are and I love you guys.
I had a doctor appointment yesterday and have an appointment for my 20 week ultra sound on June 8. I can't believe I am almost half way done with my pregnancy! I was really tired in the first trimester but no sickness at all--being pregnant is a piece of cake. Steven has to miss this big event but my doctor has a few reasons she would like to have this part done before I leave. Boy or girl? We shall soon find out!
This is my expanding waist line. Some say they can't tell yet. I say my waist is bigger than it has EVER been.
Through all of this chaos I still could not forget about Mom. I missed her terribly while I was in New York. I'm afraid this feeling inside me will never leave. It seems to follow me and at times get worse and not better. She would have been in the center of all this chaos and news and helped me keep my head if she were here. May my mom know how much she is loved and missed. I have the perfect example of a mother whom I will try my hardest to be like as I raise our baby.
I miss you Steven!
