We are having a baby ...

Well yesterday was a big day for us. My brother Max went into the MTC. I had flashbacks being in Provo and driving past the Raintree apts. Brad and I were so glad that we got to go with Max to the MTC. The little oreintation they do with the missionarys and family is so uplifting and afterwards I wanted to go on a mission then I remembered that I am not 21 anymore and oh yeah I have a husband and children. It was also neat because Brad went into the MTC 9 years ago almost to the date. He had a little PTSD about being back there. So as if that wasn't enough excitement for one day, we drove back home to go to our doctor's appt. I am 16 weeks along and we know what that means! Time to find out what we are having. The doctor noted that Brad was more nervous at this appointment than he is in the delivery room. Well I am pleased to annouce that after three little boys we are getting a little girl! It is hard to beleive and I think I need to go buy something pink or purple to get me in the right frame of mind. I have to apologize to Lizzy because I think she is the only one I have not told about being prego.... again. I am due on Feb. 5th. We are very excited. I will try to write more later because we went on vacation last month to North Carolina and I have a lot of fun pictures to share.

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We finally got our new plantation shutters installed today. I think they look fabulous, although it is a little strange after having no window coverings for 3 months now. It's great though, because I can tilt them open for lots of light, or leave them closed for maximum darkness. They even hinge open completely for cleaning or viewing ease. Here are a few pictures of our latest (and most expensive) home investment to date: