Half Cooked Catalyst

My little life changer is at mile 13 in this gestational marathon. I am 20 weeks tomorrow!

If you're curious what Teebs has been up to for the last 4 months, it has recently become quite clear: Mastering Martial Arts. My child, who will most likely come into this world looking quite a bit like Yoda (but hopefully less green), will also have his mad fighting skills. Whether he/she has truly tapped into the Force, only time will tell.

We were having an altogether delightful time celebrating Christmas in Mankato this past week. I was tucking my nieces Rylee and Olivia into bed and reading them both a bible story when WHAM BAM I felt a roundhouse kick about half way between my belly button and my hip from INSIDE MY BODY! Chuck Norris better watch out! I had to stop the story and tell them. It was pretty fantastic sharing the moment with them.

Shawn has also been able to feel baby, which is also exciting. Three times in a row Shawn told the baby to kick his hand, and baby dutifully obliged each time. I think Peanut was showing off a little for Dad, already eager for that approval.

I am also finally starting to show a baby bump rather than a cross between a big lunch and an affinity for keg parties. Hallelujah.

I hope to start posting baby bump pictures soon! We also have our ultrasound on Thursday! Eek! So, more details soon!

Happy New Year from all 3 of us!!