11 weeks

I was 10 weeks along when I had my 1st miscarriage and I feel it's appropriate to start documenting this pregnancy now at 11 weeks. Yes, you read that right, I'm 11 weeks pregnant and things are looking pretty good this time. I've been to 3 doctors appointments already and have gotten my blood tested. Next week I'll be going in for a nuchal translucency. I'm feeling confident that this baby will continue to grow and I pray that there will be no complications, but I'm not going to lie, this has been the hardest and scariest pregnancy so far. I've been extremely sick and tired, but I guess that's normal for 1st trimesters, I just don't remember Miya or Emi's 1st trimesters being nearly as difficult. I'm going to skip the details this week. Anyway, here are a couple of my ultrasounds taken at 6 weeks (I thought I was 8) and at 8 weeks (confirming I wasn't 10 weeks along).

(6 weeks)

(8 weeks)

It's beginning to look a lot like...

CHRISTMAS!!!

I know we haven't had Thanksgiving yet, but since we'll be away for both holidays, we thought we might as well start the Christmas season early.

Hipstamatic!

Silly Willy

Miya and I were goofing around with photo-booth. We were trying to see how many different facial expression we could make. Silly Willy!

1st grade for Miya

My big girl starting 1st grade. She woke up super early and was anxious to get to school, so she could be 1st in line. I think she was a little excited.

This next picture is of Miya meeting her new teacher, Ms. Suzuki. She seems to be really nice.

Here's Miya and her girlfriends Maddie and Thea. Can you tell Miya was so happy to see them?

The first day of 1st grade was a success. Miya even had a play date with Maddie after school for a little bit. It was just a short play date because Emi really wanted to play with her sister. Emi ran and gave Miya a hug when we picked her up. I wish I got that on film. I love that my girls love to hangout and play friends. My favorite line they say to each other is, "hey friend!"

Remember...

This picture just makes me happy.

2 weeks

It's been 2 weeks since the last time I wrote and I feel like I should do a follow up for those who might care. First of all, I'm doing so much better now. I had no idea that a miscarriage and D&C procedure would put me out for almost a week. It hurt to walk and I had horrible migraines. I don't know what they did to me during that surgery, but I was definitely feeling it for the week after. Luckily, my mom came and stayed with us for a few days, which was a blessing and such a big help. I love you mom and thanks for taking care of me and my family. After my mom left I started to feel a lot better. The pain in my legs were a lot more bearable and I also had wonderful sisters from my ward bring me delicious dinners. I've been taking it easy, and now I'm able to work and continue with my gymnastics and cheer camps.

I always find it amazing to see the Lord's hand in my life. I really believe that I was being blessed during these last few weeks. My family and I were being watched out for and just the timing of it all couldn't have been any better. I'm grateful for what I know and believe in because without it I don't think I'd be able to see the blessings or feel the peace and happiness from this trial. Thank you for all your prayers in my behalf, I know Heavenly Father has heard them. It's different to be the one being prayed for, but also a testimony builder because I really felt it.

Next: get back in shape!!! finish cheer and gymnastic camps, then vacation to Vegas!

Goal: start running again, so I'm comfortable to run 10 miles. (can only run barely 3 right now)

Currently: Mason and I are taking an olympic weight lifting class together, it's only 4 classes, but it's something fun for Mase and I to do together.