Fried Pickles and Watermelon

Today we had our 8 week check-up (wow! how is it 8 weeks already?!). On the way to the appointment, a song came on (from a beautiful CD made for us by some very dear friends) that I had heard before, but this time it just struck me a little differently. The lyrics were, "He took this life full of sorrow and suddenly everything changed. The moment it happened it was the moment I knew. It was like walking in the darkness when the light comes shining through. I said that God gave me back my tomorrow."

This  has been such a long and challenging journey. There were moments of such darkness and despair. There were moments where I felt like "my tomorrows" were lonely, hopeless, childless days. There were moments where I could not see through the darkness. Through this journey, God has picked me up countless times, rejuvenated my hope, and helped me see the light. There have been so many ups and downs. But as I sang these words today, I found myself praising God that He has given me back my tomorrow. He has renewed my hope in what my future holds. And now that the two of you are on your way, my tomorrows have never looked brighter! Feeling this joy and peace, I knew today would be yet another positive doctor's appointment (and what a testimony that in itself is - I'm so thankful for positive appointments!).

Again, we saw your beautiful hearts fluttering and the amazing growth you have made over the past two weeks. It is just fascinating to see how much you are developing each and every week.

Baby Miracle A: from 5.2 mm to 16.2 mm

Baby Miracle B: from 4.5 mm to 15.1 mm

Both of you, our sweet miracles, snuggled together

Afterwards, like the proud momma that I am, I headed to my parents' house to show off your adorable new pictures and enjoy the afternoon together. There I could finally satisfy one of my first, crazy pregnancy cravings: fried pickles and watermelon! As I walked into the kitchen there was an entire watermelon on the kitchen counter! I was in pregnancy cravings heaven. So, munching on something that finally sounded yummy, I enjoyed a relaxing afternoon knowing that you, my sweet miracles, are still safely tucked away and growing at a healthy rate! Already I'm looking forward to our 10 week appointment and seeing you both again.

The best lunch ever: fried pickles and watermelon!