Another sigh of relief! I just can't imagine anything better than seeing my little bun wiggle around and listen to it's beautiful heartbeat! Today was our 13 week appointment and it went very well. Apparently Baby Keyes has had quite a growth spurt. At our previous two ultrasounds the baby always measured 2-3 days behind schedule and today he was 4 days ahead of schedule. I'm sure it will continue to fluctuate, but it was nice to know he wasn't still a slow poke. :) He went from one inch, at our previous 9 week appointment, to 4 inches today. How awesome! 2 arms and 2 legs and a big 'ol head! And, no I have no clue if it's a boy or girl but for some reason I just say he to avoid saying "it." The appointment went effortless. We had our ultrasound, met with the doctor, and had lots of blood taken and were still in and out in an hour. The "placenta separation" that was visible last time was still visible but this time they determined it's actually the sac that has separated and not the placenta. She said it looked like it was healing on it's own and just to take it easy for now. Again, they didn't make it seem like anything to be concerned about.

Of course after a great appointment, I felt the need to celebrate with tacos! ;) After a quick Taco Bell pit stop we headed home. The drive really isn't that bad, but after a day of work, 45 minutes-an hour feels like an eternity. I can say that I am now pooped! I've been so spoiled with coming home from work by 4, that getting home so late feels really tiring. Of course it was all worth it and I think I would drive that far every day to see that beating heart. Poor Mat was a trooper...he's been really sick. I encouraged him not to go because I figured a bunch of preggo women wouldn't really appreciate him hacking all over them, but he was feeling better today and pulled it together to come. I'm so glad he was able to be there to see and hear everything. One month till our next appointment. No ultrasound at that one, which will be a first, but we'll still hear the heartbeat so I guess that's the most crucial. Our doctor officially said that we should have no reservations sharing the news with anyone! Wow.....I'm still in awe that this day has really come. As we were checking out, the woman next to me was being given a absence from work notice as she was experiencing a miscarriage. Of course my heart sank for her and it reminded me once again to thank my Lord and Savior for this HUGE blessing in my life and treasure each and every moment. As always, thanks for all the prayers for this pregnancy.