Good News!...and a little bad.

A few weeks ago, I realized that I wasn't feeling like myself. I was VERY tired and sluggish. I was starting to get nauseous when I'd run. So, I decided maybe I'd better find out what was going on. And now, we are happy to announce:

WE'RE EXPECTING BABY #3!!

We are very excited, and very surprised! This is a little unexpected, but it's always fun to have some surprises in life, right?

I've been really nauseous and dizzy, which has been hard going on Trek and Girl's Camp the last two weeks. Luckily, I have great friends and leaders that take care of me and worry about me.

I found out right after my Grandma passed away and I can't help but think that she had a hand in this. I can just picture her saying, "What are they waiting for? Send this next child down there!"

The one downside to this pregnancy is that I won't be running the half marathon. I am totally bummed. My 10K fell through because I was asked to go on Trek and now my half marathon dream will have to wait. I guess it's just not my time. I can say that I've run 12 miles, though, and that is a huge accomplishment. I plan on running as long as I can during my pregnancy to keep myself in shape.

So, now if you see me book it to the bathroom or wonder why I'm wearing those "sea bands"--you'll know!

The Best Thing

Earlier this week Hayden and I were waiting for Eric to get home from work. I asked him what was the best thing that happened to him that day.

He said, "Mom, the best thing is that you are always here when I need you. If I have a problem or if I get hurt, I can always find you to help me."

This was very sweet to me that the highlight of his day is knowing that I am here anytime that he needs me. Anyone that says being a stay at home mom isn't worth it is wrong. How could I ever substitute that security my child has knowing that no matter what I am always here to take care of them. At such a young age, it is already evident to Hayden that the most important thing I do with my day is care for his needs, no matter how small.