Well, this isn't a photo we took, but you get the idea, right? We found out last Friday night (a total fluke) that we are going to be parents! We're not out of the "danger zone" of the first trimester, but as a friend at church said, if you keep it a secret, people won't understand why you're so happy, and if you lose the baby, they won't understand why you're so sad. If you're reading this, you know I have a hard time containing myself when I'm really excited about something as simple as candy, so I'm totally (with Steve's blessing) subscribing to this philosophy. Here's the run down on the most common questions we've been asked
- Yes, we have told our family. Everyone is really excited. The Walton clan is routing for a boy as currently the family is full of estrogen.
- No, we weren't "trying" to conceive, which is probably why it happened to us. Talk of beginning a family had definitey started, we were actually thinking of later this year. I already had plans with some friends to head up at least one fourteener a week and participate in some amazing rides and the Muddy Buddy (sorry I have to bail Connie!). Literally I had told people that this would be my last summer and I wanted to pack in as much in as possible. Yes, I know we will be able to do things even with a child, but I wanted to expereince more of Colorado's rugged mountians.
- Estimated due date according to the interent: Sept. 21, Sept 27 and Oct. 7. I hope it's Oct. as the nieces were both born in September. Also, there's little activity on the Walton side during Oct.
- Will we find out the sex? I was always vehemently opposed to this, I really don't care if it's a boy or girl- just healthy. So would I like to know so I can "plan the nusury" and receive clothes in colors other than green and yellow? Yes, but not for those reasons. I'm not concerened about the sex of the baby, I just want to get to know the little person growing inside of me. Could be the next president!
- Our first doctor's appointment is on Valentine's day- first available appointment. But really, what a great way to spend the day!
- Epidural? I've said, "no way", but Brian and Odette had some good thoughts: you can enjoy the process more and follow doctor's directions better because you're not focused on the pain. We'll see.
- I feel fine. Really, I feel great which explain why we've taken four tests over the course of five days. With my finiky stomach, I figured I would be a sicko during this time of my life, but I have been blessed!
- I took a test because Liz, a friend, jokingly said I should, based solely on the fact she loves pregnent people and wanted another pregnent friend (lol). Since I enjoy my glass of wine, I decided perhaps I should be safe than sorry. I took the test without Steve's knowledge and quicky called him in to view the test. Suffice to say, we didn't sleep that night at all. Steve was pretty tense for the next 24 hours.
- Steve is really excited and is already talking to the non-existent belly.
- I will continue to exercise for the health of the baby and myself. Heathy mom, healthy baby? I hope. I've added more strength training to my workout already. Running will be in my range as long as my knees allow it and it's comfortable.
How can you help? Please PRAY! Pray for a healthy baby and delivery, wisdom, for our baby's spirit to be tender and creative thinking on how to rearrange our life for this precious gift. We can't wait to meet this little one face to face!
Last Friday night we had our own "cooking show"- it was a blast to say the least! Here Laura Lee demonstrates making her scrumptious green chili enchiladas. We were able to have a "deomonstration" and eat while next dish was being prepared. Since everyone came with the ingredients already prepped, time flew by. After a stressful week, this was a great way to hang with friends and unwind. 
