Baby Sharpe #3

Jon and I went in for my 20 week ultrasound today....I know, can you believe I am
already half way through this pregnancy! We are over the moon excited that our baby
looks perfect and healthy on ultrasound. Heart, brain, face, spine, kidneys, extremities, stomach, diaphragm, etc...all checked out as completely normal.

We resisted the urge to find out the sex this go round, and are really
excited that we didn't. It will be a totally new experience for us to go into this
whole labor and delivery without knowing whether we will be coming home with a
baby boy or girl. The ultrasound tech knows, but had us look away while she took a peek.

Baby was measuring slightly over 20 weeks gestation, with an estimated weight of 14 oz,
and an official due date of September 8th, 2009.

Now just 19+ weeks to go!!

Look at those cute little tootsie's! :)

Our Baby Girl Turns Three!

Our sweet Miss Erica turned 3 on February 20th, which unfortunately was the same weekend that my dad passed away. Despite the sadness, we were still able to do some birthday celebrating for our big girl. Friday evening we stayed overnight at the Waterpark of America and played all evening until the park closed down. Then Sunday, we had a big "Dora" birthday party at our home with our friends and neighbors. We thought about canceling the party, but I am still thankful we had it. I think it was good for us--to take our mind off things for a bit, and just celebrate Erica's life. I knew, too, that my Dad would've wanted us to still have her party.

Erica, E.Rae, Little Miss E, Love Bug, Boo, Punky.......
what can I say about the little girl who we love so dearly,
and changed our lives forever on February 20th, 2006?

Not a day goes by that we are not beyond thankful to have you in our lives.
You never cease to amaze us with your independent spirit and immense strength.
You are loving, caring, & cuddly, yet feisty, strong & resilient.

Soon you will be a big sister, which you are Sooo excited about!
We are very excited to see you in your new role, and your new little brother or sister will be so lucky to have you as a big sister.

Happy Belated Birthday, Erica. We love you more than words can say!