A First

So today marks the first time since Joe and I have been married that he has taken a trip without me. I suppose it's not the first time we've been separated, since I did go home to NC for my grandmother's funeral last year, but this is different. This time I'm alone and with no family. But it's not that bad! Although I miss him already (I started missing him before he left...), I have friends around here I plan to visit with and who I know will look out for me while he's gone. He's only going to be gone till Wednesday, so it's really not that bad. It's just different being alone here. I plan to use my time wisely and hopefully finish organizing our house! :)

This past week *someone* had a growth spurt. ;) Our Baby hit the 18 week mark. WOW. This is going by a little too fast. It's a little scary when I catch a glimpse of myself in the mirror when we're out shopping or something. It's like, "Whoa, I really am pregnant and pretty soon (if not already) people will be able to tell, too!" It's not that I'm trying to hide being pregnant because I'm embarrassed about it; it's just that it's such a life changing event that I'm already reminded of it enough by myself without strangers needing to point it out! :p But I'm also really excited about it. I can't wait to hear the pitter patter of little feet in our house as we start our New Family. :)

Here are a few pics of the 18 week mark. Enjoy!