I knew you before I formed you in your Mother's womb, before you were born I set you apart. Jeremiah 1:5

So, today I had my first prenatal appointment. I've anxiously awaited this moment for 4 whole weeks! I've been dreaming about the sound of my baby's sweet heartbeat. And now, I'm nervous, like soooo nervous...but I suppose that's normal. So, we get there and go straight back for my sonogram....my heart was beating so fast. Before I knew it, there was a loud thumbing noise. It was my baby...healthy and floating around! I can not really describe the feeling but it was definitely music to mommy and daddy's ears! Joey was so excited he asked, "Is THAT the baby's heartbeat??" He then proceeds to ask when we will find out the gender ::blank stare:: he already knew that answer LOL..men!

Mommy's little raspberry

The nurse said that Baby Sanders showed out for us! He/she was just floating all around in my belly---it was truly a sight to see. I can not believe God has blessed us with this miracle--so very thankful. Unfortunately, we couldn't look at our raspberry all day--we had to actually go see the doctor lol.
Let me just say this, I absolutely LOVE Dr. Lacy. If you've been around me you know that I talk about her like she's the best thing since sliced bread....but she is!! She's so kind, patient, funny and always always attentive to her patient's needs. That truly means a lot..especially since this is my first pregnancy. So after meeting with her we went over basic information....do's/don't...what to eat/what not to eat etc. By this time I was still excited but slightly overwhelmed. Needless to say, she assured me that the feeling was normal ::wipes forehead::. So now it's time to leave. I'm sad because I know I won't see my baby until another 4 weeks. Until then, I'll keep praying for a healthy pregnancy and trying my best to take care of my body.

Baby S, 

I can not describe the feeling your dad and I felt when we heard your heartbeat. It's still hard to believe that I have a baby growing inside of me. A baby that depends on me for survival---surreal. But I am so thankful that God saw fit to bless us with our very own child. I don't know what's to come in the next few weeks, months or years, but I can promise you that I will do everything in my power to make sure you have the best life I can possibly provide.

I promise to love you forever, 
Mama