Wednesday, July 29, 2009

We've got a kicker!

It’s been a busy few weeks for the Perperas family! We’ve been busy with weddings, house projects, and of course preparing for our little guy! We have decided to name our little boy Jack Ryan. We both loved the name Jack, and Ryan is Michael’s (Nick’s brother) middle name. Speaking of Jack, he has started kicking! It’s been such a thrill for me to feel these signs of life! As many of you know, I tend to be a worrier, so these kicks really help to keep my worries at bay. Nick can’t feel them quite yet, but I know he will very soon. This is a picture of me at almost 22 weeks.

About 5 years ago, Mommal Charlene taught me to knit. It’s been fun to put my meager knitting skills to work for Jack! I began knitting a baby blanket about a year and half ago and finally finished it! (Glad I started it so long ago! Haha) I also found a super easy knitting pattern for a little hat! I thought it turned out really cute! I just hope it fits him!





Sunday, July 12, 2009

It's a BOY!!!!

We recently had an ultrasound last Thursday night, where we discovered this baby is no doubt a boy! Nick and I were lucky enough to have my mom and his parents there for the whole ultrasound (My dad, Jeff, wasn't able to make it due to work). Our baby boy was very shy at first, and had his little foot right in between his legs. Our technician was amazingly patient, and kept giving the baby time to readjust. While we waited for him to move his foot, we learned that he has 2 legs, 2 arms, 10 fingers, 2 kidneys, 4 chambers in his heart... and the list went on! It was absolute music to my ears to hear such a great report! Finally, our little one readjusted and it was clear he was all boy!

Since receiving the big news that our precious baby is boy, I suddenly find myself looking at the world through the eyes of a mother to a son. There is MUCH to look forward to!!!!

Above is a picture of our little guy, who is giving us a "thumbs up"! He must know his mom is a worrier, so he's letting us all know he's doing just fine!


My old roommate and sorority sister Danielle, (below) is due in September. We took this "belly shot" at our friend's wedding this weekend. She is having a boy as well, and we think they will be best buds!

Nick and me at 19 weeks!