The news is in...

It's a boy. No doubt about it! And he is in the 92nd percentile for his weight, weighing in at 14 ounces. Not bad for 20 weeks. It looks like we could be having a "big" boy. The ultrasound was a lot of fun. How amazing to see God's creation...a little life! We are thankful for a good pregnancy so far. Half way (at least...I may get to go early :)!

Baby Update

Here's a picture...19 weeks and 3 days!

It's all about what you wear...not sure this looks too different from a couple of weeks ago, but here you go anyway! I am feeling great. We go to the doctor this coming Tuesday. I think we might get to find out if it is a girl or boy. The overwhelming response when we ask what people think the baby is seems to be "boy." We will be excited with a boy or girl, although the church nursery is experiencing an abundance of boys, so a little girl would bring a little variety!

I had a great cardiologist appointment this week. Everything has stayed the same, which is the best it can be! I love all of my doctors. God has blessed me with some great doctors who love Him and seek His wisdom, which is an encouragement to me. I know they have my best interest in mind and realize they are trusting God for wisdom too, not just their medical expertise!

First Clemson Game

Rachael and Benton; Carrie and ???

The cousins had a great time together...we are sure!

For Mom and Dad Smetana...

There is not much to show at this point, but I know a recent picture would be a delight to you, so here you go....

I am 17 weeks and 2 days! It has been a great pregnancy. No morning (or any other time) sickness :), only a little fatigue, but now that I am to this point, I have a great energy boost. I must admit I am tired by the end of the day, but that is nothing new. It has been that way for a long time! Enjoy the picture...it is as small as I will be for a while :)! It's not the best of the face, hair, etc...but it is after an 8:30-6 work day :)!!! Love you all!

A New School Year

I have Labor Day off from work, however Dan has to go to Greenville, so I am going with him. He has an orientation meeting. I think this will be his 8th time to sit through this meeting, so I think he should have it about memorized! Nonetheless, I was looking forward to maybe going hiking today, but we are going to settle on a picnic this evening at the Botanical Gardens, although plans are subject to change!

It is hard to believe Sarah is starting her freshman year at college. We were on campus Friday so Dan could check in and to see Sarah on campus looked very natural. I forget she is a freshman. But then when I stop and think about the fact that she is a freshman in college, I can't help but think that time is just flying by. It was 7 years ago that I started my freshman year. Now that is hard to believe. Mom and Dad are in Minneapolis, so Sarah had to go to school all by herself. Quite the contrast from our first year when Mom and Dad took us to school, helped us move everything in and left us. Sarah is doing well. She has Alli and Rach and Matt are right there, so it is working out just fine. What fun days she has ahead of her!