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Baby news. The 17th was our last doctors apt, it went much faster than the first which was a relief and also a "Why did I have to come in here?" moment. But something really great did happen, we got to hear the heart beat. It was really amazing. And then a few days ago something else happened I got a belly. Talk about a wierd feeling, when you're stunned everytime you see your tummy, wierd. Heres a new photo:

UPDATE

OK, so I haven't been doing very well at keeping everyone informed. I've been blessed with morning sickness. (Which is a great reason for not blogging more often no matter what anyone says about you just have to sit at the computer instead of the couch. I got to say I pick the couch, and the Lemon Water, and the PSI Bracelets, and the Crackers, and the Heating Pad for my back.) So on top of everything else that is going on over here I'm a little backed up, on blogging, laundry, cleaning, grocery shopping, and even having enough energy to care about being so far behind. And I Don't Even Have the Baby Yet! Yes I realize my life is now so different and will never be quite so carefree as just a few short months ago. But do you know what the real amazing thing about all this is? As awful and miserable as I may sound, and it's all true, I have never been so happy in all my life. I may not have a pair of stilettos on, or my hair done, or even makeup on, but I am showered with love and belly kisses. I may not have many to talk to, but my conversations are filled with excitement, anticipation, and wonder. My life is different, but it is such a wonderful change I never thought I would enjoy.
So what have we been doing? This should get you caught up.
HOME SEARCHING......mostly. We are in need of finding the right house, and it has taken up most of my time spent away. I have seen nearly 80 homes in the last week and a half. We have found a couple good prospects and are waiting to hear on one we have an offer on. So cross your fingers for us. AUTO BUYING.....as most of you know, my car was not very baby friendly and a new one was in order. We traded a sporty convertible, for a four door, gas friendly, five passenger sedan. We bought a black Audi A4. This will be Ryan's primary vehicle to go to work in, and I will be driving the Tahoe to save on Gas. SELLING THE BOAT......Yep we no longer have it. It is a relief to have these things out of the way, if we could find the house our list of pre-baby chores would finally come to a close. Then we could start attacking an actual list of baby items :) And That's All Folks

A few weeks ago Ryan and I went to the Big Island of Hawaii. We got to relax, and do some things I had only ever dreamed about. While we were there staying with Mom and Dad, the goat had a baby, there was a horrific rain storm and we had to walk through a newly formed river to get back to our cabin, and last but not least we got to swim with the Spinner Dolphins, something I have wanted to do my entire life. It was an interesting week and one we will never forget.

The First Purchase

Ryan just couldn't help it. He brought home a baby carrier for the bikes. It was pretty cute watching him check it out.

The First Picture

.......and a due date. Well yesterday was our first Dr. Apt. Ryan got off work early and we went together. We were both ready to go way to early, as is always the case when your nervous. It was so scary not knowing what would happen, if everything would be OK, would we like the Dr., would they do an ultra sound, would we see the baby? That is only a portion of what was going though our heads. But in the end it was much better than expected. Dr. Beller is a very nice younger Dr. joked around the whole time, and made us both at ease (if you've seen 'Knocked Up' it actually had a lot of similarities). His nurse is also very friendly and the office is very nice. The actual procedures weren't as much fun but also not as bad as I thought it would be either. The last thing they did was the ultra sound and while holding Ryan's hand we saw our baby for the first time, what a feeling that is. I've been with my siblings to get theirs done and yet I couldn't have predicted what that would be like, I can't explain the feelings I had, and It is just amazing to be a part of. The official due date is Oct 7th. On our way out they gave the baby tons of presents for his/her 7 week 1 day birthday :)

Valentines Day Weekend

Ryan had a three day weekend due to Presidents day, so we took a short drive to Newport and stayed the weekend in an oceanfront resort. The view was amazing and we discovered how beautiful Newport is. We spent our days walking on the beach, and it was even warm enough to put the top down on the car. (That was nice since I'm dreading selling it.) The best part of Pacific Northwest beaches is all the texture of the land, no beach looks the same, and everyone of them surprise you with what you find. Looking out our window to the right we saw the Yaquina Head lighthouse, and to the left the Yaquina Lighthouse (the only lighthouse in Oregon with the living quarters attached.) It was a wonderful three days.

Heceta Beach

Last weekend we traveled over to the coast to visit the Sea Lion Caves. When we got there we discovered we couldn't bring the dogs (which is rare in Oregon), so we headed over to Heceta Beach and had a relaxing day soaking up the sun. These are pictures of Heceta Lighthouse, Sea Lions playing in the Ocean, and Heceta Beach.

Per request here's some pics of the house...

Ryan's Horoscope the day we found out

I saved this for the baby book and thought I'd share it with you. Whether you're a believer in Horoscopes or not, it's kinda fitting. :)

Recent opposition standing in the way of long-term goals is apt to take a turn for the better today, dear Gemini. Situations surrounding these issues should become clearer, and you should have a better idea of what exactly it is you are coming up against. You will find that this is a very climactic time for you in a great number of ways, and that you will now begin reaping the rewards of what you have sown on many levels.

How Ryan Found out......

Just a normal day at the office, that is what he was thinking, the constant text messages of "are you coming home yet?" didn't ring any bells. When he finally did arrive through the door it wasn't with a smile. "What's wrong" I asked. He mentioned something about the garage being too small and the truck being too big and there isn't enough space for all our things...Blah...Blah...Blah. (That's what I heard) He flopped down on the couch and took off his shoes. I figured I better wait a few minutes, so we went through a list of what each of us did that day (all the while I'm just dying inside). I casually mention that he hasn't opened his present that me and Lilly and Suni got him today, as i bring it over. Ryan pulls out the tissue paper and a clear blue test with the words pregnant appear right on top. First there is shock, as he pulls out the outfit, and booties, and then "Really? No? Really? Are you serious? Really?" I of coarse am laughing and crying, together at the same time. "Read the card," I say.....

Well We're pregnant! After almost eight years of marriage, three states, six jobs, five dogs, and not quite everything we thought we'd do before hand....we are settling down in Eugene Oregon, to raise a family. We have been looking to move out of Las Vegas, Nevada where we have been living for the past six years, into a more kid friendly environment. We found just the place here. It is a lush landscape close to the ocean, and affordable to top it off. I quit my job of eight years, to focus on photography and family life, while Ryan took a promotion to Assistant Manager. As scary as this decision has been for the both of us it seams to be working out better than expected and with all the taxes we were paying we actually are doing better now with one less income. (Funny how that works out) This new addition to my belly has only terrified us even further, however both of us are so excited that we may end up shouting the news to anyone in a hearing radius. Coming from such a large family and watching so many of my siblings go through this process of becoming a mother, you'd think i had it all down pat, and so did I, until now. I realized at almost the same moment i discovered i was pregnant, how very unprepared and uneducated I really was. I am hoping to hear from you all often with suggestions, thoughts, anything that may make the butterflies subside. I'm encouraging all information and appreciate all the help we can get. We know we're far away but now you can experience this amazing journey right along with us. We will update our progress, and you can watch as our baby grows.