Growing Little By Little

Hi everyone. I was thinking this morning that I need to start updating this blog a bit more. Unfortunately, I can't wait until I have more ultrasound pictures because the ultrasounds are few from here on. So you'll just have to enjoy the pictures of my growing belly in the meantime.

As for updates on little Peanut, things are going well. We finished up our first trimester screenings this week and all seems on track. Thank you God for a healthy baby thus far. We are scheduled to find out the baby's gender on December 1st. So mark your calendars. Ed is still convinced it's a boy.

As for me, I am still doing well. I am so thankful for an easy pregnancy thus far. I keep thinking I'll wake up with morning sickness but nothing so far.

So enjoy the pictures of my growing little belly. Still no maternity clothes but I think some larger clothes are just around the corner. For now, I stay in pj's as much as I can.

Love to everyone!


8 weeks and no major changes

11 weeks and a little softer


12 weeks and a little bulge is starting to form

Peanut Priest - A mover and a shaker!

We had our end of the first trimester appointment today and were fortunate enough to get to see our little peanut. As you can see from the pictures, our little peanut is growing very quickly.

First, a couple of exciting things from the ultrasound. The technician asked us if we were going to find out what we were having. We both said yes. She then said "well, it's still very early to tell but it looks like you're having a boy". But before we start buying blue everything (mom!), we must keep in mind that this is the time when the baby's tail is changing and by the end of the 12th week, they shouldn't have a tail any longer. So she said that there's a chance she misread the tail for the other. But I must say, Ed was beaming in the room at this point.

Second, the little peanut is a mover and a shaker already. Peanut didn't enjoy the ultrasound machine putting pressure on the belly so s/he kept moving around, away from the machine. It was quite funny. But the not so funny part was the flips s/he was doing in my belly. Those are going to be painful in a few weeks.

We are so excited. Today was definitely a special day, getting to witness the greatness of God through our little peanut. Love to all!


A profile shot of Peanut...the head is on the right and the little hands are in the air.
A picture of the hand. I'm convinced already that Peanut has Ed's fingers because they are so long.

A great profile picture....you can see Peanut's little nose perfectly. This is my favorite.

Yup...it's a Peanut!

Today was our 8 week appointment and as you can see, our little peanut is growing like a weed. And much to Ed's dismay, there is only one baby inside (hooray!). I'm hoping that I'm making things up when I say that the majority of that blob looks like a head. The Priest family is known for producing babies with large heads. I'm fearful of the Priest head! Nevertheless, the doctor said that things are progressing just as they should. The baby's heart sounds good and the length is right on track. For now, we just eat, sleep, and wait. I go back to the doctor in 2 weeks for my first trimester screenings and tests. At that point, we will be able to do another ultrasound and get to see even more. As of now, our due date is May 4th. As for the pregnancy thus far, I can't complain. I haven't thrown up (knock on wood) and for the most part, am regaining some of my energy. I have been super tired but the last couple of days have been better. All in all, I am blessed for the minimal symptoms and can only hope that they continue. Stay tuned for more. Love to all!

It's a Baby!

Surprise surprise! Ed and I found out a few weeks ago that the stork will be coming to visit in a few months. After the initial surprise, we are now excited and looking forward to beginning a new chapter in life. We will have our first major doctor's visit next week - our 8 week appointment. Stay tuned for more information. In thinking about the best way to share this experience with all of our closest friends and family, who don't live near us, we thought it best to document the next months through our blog. We plan to post regularly so please book mark this page and check back often as we share with you our journey in getting ready to welcome the Priest Peanut.

The trip of a lifetime!

Ed and I recently took a trip to Alaska to celebrate my grandparent's 60th wedding anniversary. We had an amazing time! We took a cruise through the inside passage and saw everything from whales to sea lions to glaciers. We went salmon fishing and hiking. And last but not least, we ate like it was our jobs. We all know how cruises can be.

These are just a few pictures from our trip. If you would like to see more, please visit our google picasa website at: http://picasaweb.google.com/edandjody/Alaska2009?feat=directlink


My catch during our salmon fishing excursion.

Ed and I with Grandaddy and Grandmomma at their anniversary celebration.Grandaddy and I at dinner.

Ed and I lounging by the pool.

Ed and I hanging out in Vancouver waiting to board the cruise ship.

Texas meets Bar Harbor

Mom and I traveled to Bar Harbor, Maine for one of my best friend's weddings. It was quite the treat - Texas meets Bar Harbor. Shortly after arriving in Maine, I called Traci (the bride) to tell her that there were real Christmas trees on the side of the road. She laughed hysterically and said "Welcome to Maine". Us Texas folk aren't used to seeing trees, much less a real Christmas tree! Mom and I also didn't plan for the cool weather (actually, I think it's the equivalent of winter weather in Texas) so we ended up being cold most of the time. But overall, we had a fantastic time and would love to return to visit someday. Traci and Scott's wedding was a fairytale wedding.

Traci and I at the salon the day before the wedding.
Scott, Traci, and I after the wedding.

Me in front of our hotel.

Me posing in the Acadia National Park. Absolutely beautiful scenery!

Standing outside the Bar Harbor Inn.

Summer's Here!

Lou and I enjoyed the traditions of summer this past weekend. We played in the lake, went rafting on the boat, and ate smores around the campfire. A great weekend. Now we are looking forward to Ed coming home in a few short weeks.

Lou posing with Mr. Pat
Lou and her buddies on the raft.

Playing in the lake

Let's go have some summer fun!