:::mandy dawson:::

I painted this tonight at the house of prayer because I was thinking about tomorrow morning and what a big morning it is.

Its a big morning because  I'm PREGNANT!

It was a complete and total shock.  We did not try.  We had no clue.  I woke up on Dan's birthday feeling strange, so I tested and that beautiful second line appeared.  I went to have my blood drawn for labs within the hour, and everything came back GREAT!  Last week we had an ultrasound, and saw a gestational sac measuring 5 weeks 3 days, and the yolk sac.  Tomorrow, I go back to see the baby's heartbeat, and I hope, pray and believe that is what we will see.  Here is a photo from last weeks ultrasound.

This is a miracle baby, as they all are, but also a total gift from God.  We had no part of planning and trying for this little baby (other than the obvious part).  So, tell the world 'cause its not a secret!  If you see me in real life--just know that I'm taking good care of myself.  Getting plenty of rest and taking my vitamins.  I'm eating healthy and avoiding caffeine and all that--so no worries, just congratulations!!!