The beginning!

Well it's been quite an eventful couple of weeks! On the 14th of August, Alex and I left with my mom and stepdad for Seattle, where our long awaited Alaskan cruise was to begin! In Seattle, we met up with my grandma, uncle and two cousins for the family trip of a lifetime.

While we were at sea, between Juneau and Skagway, Alex and I decided we couldn't wait until our vacation was over before we took a home pregnancy test, and once we got to Skagway we found a local grocery store that had them. Just as the ship was leaving Skagway, we read the results - we're going to be a mommy and daddy! A crazy rush of emotions rushed over us all at once. Fear, happiness, love, excitement - and for me, nausea...

When we returned from Alaska, we immediately made an appointment with my doctor. Just a few days ago he confirmed it - we're going to be parents! Then came the daunting tasks of telling our parents. Thankfully, my mom was thrilled and supportive - Alex and I both breathed a sigh of relief. My dad was happy as well - I think he cried a little when I told him. In fact, my whole family has been supportive and excited for us. Alex still has to tell his mom - he plans to call her tomorrow. I'm still nervous about that.

So here's a blog to keep our family and friends posted on our progress. Once the baby is born (if we have the time and energy - a BIG if!) we hope to keep this blog updated with progress reports, pictures and maybe short videos. I hope you'll join us on this most important, exciting, nerve-wracking journey!