First Trimester

So far this journey has been an interesting one!

Finally all of my family and most of my friends know the news and it is going pretty well. Most didn't believe me...but then they were shocked...now happy.

One day I had an emotional break down at home because of the overwhelming feelings I was having and went over to my Aunt Patty's for advice.  Any doubts I had stopped there because she jumped up and down screaming, and hugged me. This was the first family member I told other than my parents <3

I told my Mommom the following weekend. This is my Dad's Mom and she had my dad at 18 years of age. I went into the kitchen while her and my mom were talking and I said, "Mommom I have to tell you something". And I showed her the ultrasound picture. She was modest at first, and then she said, "Well I have a crib still!" She can't wait to be a Great Grandmother.
Until this point I didn't know how my Mom was really feeling about everything, but then she showed me the baby's very first outfit.....It is yellow and says, "I Love Mommy". <3 It made me feel so good to know she was finally getting excited.


That same night my Mommom, my mother, and I walked downstairs where my Pop, Dad, and Uncle Gregg were watching ESPN. Mommom took the yellow baby outfit and the picture of the ultrasound downstairs and showed them to Pop.
Mommom- "Ger, isn't this cute?"
Pop-"Well sure, who is it for?"
Mommom-"For your great grandchild!"
(Pop stares for about 30 seconds, then glances at me (his only grandchild over the age of 10).
Uncle Gregg- "Couldn't you have gotten a dog first?"
And everyone busted out laughing.

From this point on between my parents and I we shared the news with all of our friends and loved ones. They all are supportive and happy.

But....Can anyone give me advice on what to do for the sickness I feel daily?! Sure, I am extremely busy with all of my obligations but I am sick and tired 24/7. Last week I had miss my first volleyball tournament EVER because I had zero energy or nutrition because of getting sick constantly.

But otherwise, I feel more optimistic every day. I have heard some things down the grape vine that  people say about me, and some of them are really nasty. All I have to say is...this is a blessing and surprise and Ryan and I are very fortunate.
As for me- I am taking 18 credits in my senior year of college. I work 30 hours a week babysitting a 2 year old and a 6 month year old. I coach a 16 year old girls volleyball team. Am the President of the
Women's Vball Club here at West Chester. And have had a tournament ever weekend of this semester and will until Easter. Plus, I am pregnant. I feel like superwoman - Ask yourself if you could do it before you talk.

Second doctors appointment Friday. I should be able to find out what the sex is in a month! Can't wait!

<3 :) Thanks for all my friends and family who have been there for me<3 I can't explain how much I appreciate you.