Cousins

Michelle's baby shower was this weekend, which gave us an opportunity to take a belly shot. She's due in 4 weeks and I can't wait to meet our newest nephew. We had a great time and I enjoyed getting to know her mother, aunt, and 3 sisters. It is so nice to have family in town!

I've also included some pictures of our trip to the cape last weekend. Fun times!

Shameless

I love June 18th. In fact, it is one of my favorite days of the whole year. I don't care that I shamelessly promote myself today--afterall--it is is my BIRTHDAY!

Despite the fact that Philadelphia is currently experiencing cold weather in the middle of June, I'm having a great day. One of my colleagues, Megan, made some delicious cinnamon swirl bread, there were signs and cards waiting for me when I arrived, and I'm going shopping with another colleague, Robin, after work (Maternity pants, here I come). I'll top it all off with an evening at Bindi, a yummy indian restaurant in Philly, with Scott and some friends.

I feel so blessed to be alive, to be pregnant, to have wonderful friends, family, and colleagues in my life. I've received so many wonderful messages from the people that I love today it just makes me feel incredibly grateful.

I love y'all!!

Update on Karson

Karson is scheduled to get a PET scan this week to make sure the cancer hasn't traveled anywhere else and start chemo next week (June 25th). Despite this difficult news, she and Jason are upbeat and ready to fight. Please continue to keep them in your prayers.

Prayers for Karson

My dear friend Karson, a survivor of breast cancer, has been delivered some very upsetting news. Here's what Jason, her incredible hubby, has to say on the CaringBridge site: "Karson has two masses (2cm & 4cm) on the right side of her liver. The doctor indicated that the masses are "concerning for metastatic breast cancer." This is not a good sign." http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/karsonbeaty

I'm so upset about this, and would like to ask for your prayers, and ask you to spread the word and prayers for her. She is one of my favorite people--one of the sweetest, most positive individuals you will ever meet. She has been an incredible trooper over the past 2+ years and I know she can fight this too--whatever it is.

Thank you!! Kars--we love you!!!

Turnip

Here's the first belly shot. It's just a little bump (the size of a turnip, according to babycenter.com) but I'm glad to see it. Please notice the look of bewilderment on Pearl's face--she doesn't know the half of it!