13 weeks, 1 day

Eva, my sister-in-law when we visited Austin over the weekend.

Wow, it's been too long since my update! John and I just returned from Austin last week to visit his parents (our first visit since baby's announcement). It was so nice to see them and spend some time with them which never happens as often as we'd like. I'm looking forward to going back in a little over a month for ACL Fest!

I had my 12 week visit recently and got to hear baby's heartbeat. I was bummed to not see any imaging equipment, but the heartbeat satisfied me... To know baby is doing well considering I'm having minimal signs of pregnancy symptoms. It's nice to have the reassurance that baby is still hanging out in my tummy. I'm scheduled for an appointment on Wednesday to conduct the Nuchal Translucency testing for Down Syndrome. My fingers are crossed for the best results... and some hope to find out baby's gender (or have a good idea anyways).

John received a promotion a week and a half ago, but we had to keep it under wraps. I am so proud and happy for him! He has worked so hard over the last few years to get himself to this kind of role. I can see him being happy with his company for years to come - with God's guidance and blessings of course.

The first weekend of August, I traveled with my girl friends to Las Vegas to celebrate Eva's Bachelorette Party. What a great time and a much needed break from reality! I'm surprised I had as much energy as I did and the ladies were so kind to take good care of me. Lots of great memories, good food, and best of all - great company! Can't wait to see Eva and Cal walk down the aisle... just a few more months. And a day later... John and I will celebrate our 2 year wedding anniversary and 6 year dating anniversary.

Time for me and baby to get some sleep. I'm wishing for good news soon, so I can update again. Good night and sweet dreams!

13 weeks, 1 day

Up close shot of the belly - still not hard yet.