Something very special happened on Thursday, August 24th...you woke mommy up really early. But instead of trying to shush you back to sleep, I got up eager for an answer from God, of which daddy and I had been praying for. A few minutes later, my question was answered...mommy was pregnant!! Which meant you my darling muffin, were going to be a big sister!!!!! Mommy was so elated for so many reasons. I was so excited for the new member of our family, and to watch you grow into a big sister role. I am looking forward to watching the bond you'll create with your sibling. You have grown to be so nurturing, smart, and so loving. I know you'll be such a wonderful role model to your little brother or little sister.
After the initial excitement of mommy wanted to plan a surprise for daddy, I put you in mommy's old shirt that YaYa put on mommy when I became a big sister. It said "big sister" in pink and turquoise. Then we went to Starbucks and bought daddy some coffee and breakfast. When we came home, I had you wake up daddy. He spotted your shirt and was so excited. Daddy later told me, "I don't know what I'm more excited about: Halen becoming a big sister or this new baby." Daddy loves you so much and never wants you to feel unimportant or not as loved as your new sibling. You are our baby forever and always. You made daddy and I parents. But we know this new family member will add something so special to our family and develop an unbreakable bond with you.
Mommy later called the doctor and set up our first doctor appointment for October 16th. Which seems so far away, but it'll be here before we know it. The estimated due date is June 2, 2016. Which means you'll be just over two years old. 2016 will be one amazing, exciting, adventurous year!! Takes us back to how daddy & I felt when we knew you were on your way. Pure joy.
We love you with all our hearts Halen Rae Carol. You're the light of our life. Our family is incredible.
Love always,
Mommy & Daddy
