It's a Girl!

What a Thanksgiving to be thankful! On Wednesday, November 21st, 2007, at 2:30 p.m., God blessed Brandon and I with the most beautiful baby daughter. We named her Madeline Joy, and will call her Maddie for short. She was 7 lbs., 14 oz., and she is 19.5 inches long. Maddie is very healthy and happy. We couldn't be happier! God has blessed us so richly. Neither Brandon nor I can stop staring at her gorgeous face. Praise God for a smooth delivery and a beautiful baby. Thank you so much for your prayers, love, and support. Hope you get to meet Madeline soon!

Still waiting...

Well, we still don't have any news to report. Still waiting... I had a doctor's appointment yesterday. Haven't dilated any more - but she says I am ready to go at any time. We scheduled an induce date for Tuesday night at 8 p.m. if our little one hasn't arrived by then. I am hoping we don't make it to that date - but at least there is an end in sight at this point. I think inducing would make me nervous - knowing what is going to come. At this point, I have no idea when it'll happen, so I'm pretty oblivious - but with inducing, you just have to sit there and wait for it all to begin.

Still have been pretty bored. I actually put up our Christmas tree this week, for something to do! It looks beautiful. I just love Christmas time, and it has been fun decorating our new home. Come over for a visit! Plus, I know my time will be a little less once baby arrives, so it's ok that I got it up early. :)

Past the Due Date!

Well, yesterday was baby's due date, and unfortunately, our baby girl is still not here. This waiting game is getting tough! I can tell God is trying to teach me patience, as everywhere I went this morning, I had to WAIT for something - wait in line, wait for the picture maker machine, wait for help...all along with waiting for this baby to pop out! :) I am trying to make the most of this time before she comes - cleaning the house, get caught up on scrapbooking - but it seems like all I can think about is "when is this baby going to come out to meet us?!?!" I thank everyone for their prayers and phone calls of concern. Hopefully she'll be here soon for you all to meet! Both Brandon and I just can't wait to see God's little miracle.

Baby Showers and Blessings!

I feel like all I do is wait! It's like...it could happen anytime, but WHEN? Makes me nervous to think about going out sometimes...but at the same time, I know that it wouldn't be that big of a deal if my water broke in the grocery store. It's something I can't control! :) But the due date is 3 days away...praying I come early! My sister had a wonderful shower for me this past week, in which the Navigator girls came. It was so much fun, and I left feeling so surrounded by love and support for Brandon, baby, and myself. At one point, the girls came around me and laid hands on me, to pray for us and the baby. What a blessing! We are covered in prayer - we could not ask for more!

I have been busy scrapbooking - trying to get caught up on all of my pictures before baby comes, because I know my time will be much less when she arrives! Otherwise, besdies subbing a few days, life hasn't been overly busy as we haven't made many plans, because who knows when baby will come. Will keep updating you on our progress! Hopefully it'll be today! :)

One Week from Today!

Well, in one week from today, baby is due! I am pretty much hoping she comes early - because I am getting very uncomfortable! We are feeling prepared for her arrival! The carseat is in place in the car, my bags are packed for the hospital, her room is ready, and we are feeling very excited to meet our little one. Baby's room looks great - although it has been closed to the public for the last couple of weeks - as I had painted some wooden letters, spelling out her name. They are now hanging on the wall...and we can't give that name away yet! My grandpa built us a beautiful dresser for her room, and Brandon recently finished staining it a cherry color, to match the crib. It looks beautiful! What a blessing it is to have such a beautiful piece of furniture that will always remind baby of her great-grandfather! I am feeling prepared for the most part with clothing. My grandma sewed some great sleepers, burp cloths, and blankets - more blessings! We are being provided for! Praise the Lord! My sister is having a shower for me tonight with the Navigator girls. I feel overwhelmed by the love all around us - showering Brandon and I and our little baby with lots of love. Hopefully by next time I write, baby will be here! And then I don't have to keep this name a secret anymore!!

A very wonderful weekend!

Kelly & Brian got married last weekend! It was an amazing, beautiful, God-filled day! They got married at St. Paul's Lutheran and then the reception was at the DECC. Everything was perfect. My sister looked beautiful - she was glowing. We now have a new member of our family - I have a brother! - and we all couldn't be happier. Both Brandon and I were honored to be a part of the big day. It was fun getting all dressed up. They couldn't have asked for a better day. Praise God for a Christ-centered marriage, in Kelly and Brian.

My First Blog ever...

Well, this is my first blog ever! I've always thought it would be fun to do one of these things...but have never actually done it. So, I'm trying it out. We'll see if I stick to it!

I guess the most exciting thing happening to us right now is we are awaiting the birth of our very first baby girl! I (Katie) am at 36 weeks this week - so we're on the home stretch. We are both so excited to be parents. We are excited that God has blessed us with the opportunity to be parents. We do have a name picked out for our little girl - but sorry everyone...it's a surprise! Come visit us in the hospital when you get the call, and then we'll tell ya! :) I guess I can tell you on the phone too. I know some people are very anxious to find out. Hope you won't be disappointed.

She is quite the mover. Brandon was wondering if she was boxing inside my belly one morning. He asked me, "How do you get any sleep?!?!?" I was glad he got to experience that a little bit. But everytime I feel her move, I get this very special feeling deep down. It melts my heart - what a miracle she is that God has created! Each time I feel her move, I just can't wait for her to come. We are anxious to meet her!

Another very exciting thing that is happening in 5 days...my sister and best girlfriend is getting married!! She is marrying Brian Finstrom, a guy that Brandon and I actually got to know before Kelly did - we introduced them. :) We look forward to having him as a brother-in-law. He's a great guy and lots of fun. Him and Kelly make a great couple and we are so excited to celebrate with them this weekend. Kelly is going to make one beautiful bride.

Time to finish making dinner for my wonderful husband. That's it for my first blog! Hope it was good! :)