Moving Right Along....19 Weeks

Cousins

My cousin and her husband recently came to visit Guy and I, and we had such a great time together. We were able to enjoy dinners, nights of game playing, kayaking, a Ducks hockey game, and the warm California sun. We miss you Gina and E, and had so much fun!!

It's a boy!!!!

We found out last Thursday that we're having a sweet little boy! After much consideration we've decided to name him...

Wyatt Ellis Tomcheck.

Wyatt, just because we like it, and Ellis is Guy's mom's maiden name. We're so thankful for this little blessing! I still can't post ultrasound pics b/c of my scanner...oh well, you know what they look like:)

Pumpkin Carving

I've realized this year that I really enjoy carving pumpkins! We've had two parties where we carved pumpkins and both of mine turned out pretty good. I may have a future in pumpkin carving. I didn't take a picture of the first one I did, but it was a spider and it turned out pretty good! This was my second...

Growing

Here is my 14 week bump...slowly growing!

10 Year Highschool Reunion

I attended my highschool reunion a couple of weeks ago. I have to admit I wasn't exatly looking foward to making the long trip home for a quick weekend, but it was fun! It was good to see everyone and catch up!

Saturday at Ozona's

Football game on Friday night

Little Bump

Here we are at about 9 weeks...I'm almost 12 weeks so I'll have a new picture soon.

Infertility

Most of you know, I've struggled with infertility for many years now, but am finally pregnant. (One day I'll get the whole story into words.) Because of this struggle I so enjoy reading blogs of others going through the same thing. I love to see a fresh perspective and the unwavering trust in God so many people display. It's so encouraging and continually reminds me that no matter what happens, be it infertility, miscarriage, loss of a newborn or any hardship, our God is sovereign and in control!! So today after jumping from blog to blog I stumbled on a new "fertility" blog. This particular couple has been trying to get pregnant for many years. After many infertility consults, insemination and 2 cycles of In-Vitro, they finally found out they were pregnant in August. This rang especially close to home because this is when I found out. However, her baby wasn't growing properly and the heart didn't seem to be developing as it should. They continued to pray for the life of their little one, but sadly, in late September she had a miscarriage. My heart breaks for her. I sit here with tears in my eyes imagining what she is going through. The toll all of this has taken on her body, having to tell people her good news turned bad, asking "why me??" and wondering if it will ever happen. It just doesn't seem fair, but like so many blogs I've read, this couple continues to remain faithful, reminding themselves of the truth that God has provided. He is a good God who showers us with grace, he loves us very much, has a plan for our lives, and will be with us for all eternity. He doesn't promise things will always go as we want, or that we'll always be happy, and this couple has accepted that. I pray that as my life continues with its ups and downs that I will be able to accept that as well, and rest assured in the promises God does give us! Today I am so thankful for a husband that loves me....for my family....for my friends....for my health....for food to eat....and for my sweet baby!! Thank you Jesus for I know these are not things you promise us, but gifts you have given us.

Random Pics...
Since our blog is pretty much picture-less at the moment, and I know how I love looking at other peoples pictures, I thought I'd post a few randoms just to make it more interesting...enjoy:)

My precious godson...who is now more than a year older and cuter than ever!! I had to put this picture up...it makes me smile!

Our babies...for now anyways;-)

Our wonderful visit last summer with our amazing friends The O'Steens.

Jennifer is an inspiring mother of 3 little ones under 3. Check out their blog...they're precious!!

Our recent trip to London

Our wonderful friends Erin and JD had their first little one in May!

We're Really Going to Have a Baby!!

After a long journey filled with anticipation, disappointment, tears and growing...we're pregnant! Guy and I are both so excited to grow into this next stage of our lives. I'm having trouble with my scanner so I can't post the ultrasound pic, but maybe I'll have a belly shot to post soon. I'm already pretty poochy...it's amazing. Our sweet baby is due to arrive April 28th, and we can't wait! Thank you Jesus:)

Where Our Story Begins...

Guy and I were married in Cozumel, Mexico on October 31st, 2004. About 50 of our close friends and family came along with us, and helped make the time everything I could have imagined! 4 Weeks after we were married, we packed up and moved to Irvine, California in Orange County for Guy's job. We've been out here ever since and are now going on 4 years. It's crazy how fast time passes. After becoming addicted to reading all of my friends blogs, I thought it would be a good idea to start journeling our life, so that one day our kids can look back at our story. So here goes...