sex

as in: boy or girl? (what were you thinking?) we're finding out this friday, and (cliche as it may be) we cant wait! we're toying with the idea of not telling many folks for a while, but we'll see. we'll at least have scans of the ultrasound available for public view, and maybe even a video too.

we're not exactly sure, but Michelle thinks she can feel the baby moving these days and her tummy is definitely growing fast. she's had 3 days in row without throwing up. it's hard to believe the baby will be here in about 20 weeks!

this whole parenting thing is starting to sink in. we've been talking about stuff like our changing budget and how to go about discipline for the kid and what the heck life will look like on the other side. I'm pretty sure the dog won't like the change of priorities. and we're dreaming about who he or she will take after as far as personality goes. I'm definitely like my mom, and Michelle is mostly like her dad but of course some mom mixed in.

we're praying for Michelle as the delivery approaches, and as the kid gets bigger. her body is still relatively weak from fibromyalgia, though she has had some better days lately. for the past couple years she simply hasn't used her arms and back for lifting and such, so even a few minutes holding a friend's newborn was quite an upsetting eye-opener. when we worry, we need to remind eachother how good and faithful God is, and that He'll always remain faithful. so please pray for health and strength.