And Then There Were Four...

Holy moly, things are pretty exciting around here!! Robbie and I found out we were pregnant in June and were absolutely thrilled. We had miscarried two months before (a post for another day) and were pleasantly surprised that we got pregnant again so quickly. I remember taking a positive pregnancy test and just pouring out my thankful heart to my Heavenly Father. Robbie was out of town, so I told him the next day. It was Father's Day weekend and I said he could have one of his presents early if he wanted it (I knew he'd happily oblige). The news of our pregnancy was the greatest Father's Day gift I could have ever given him.

Well, a couple months later we went in for our 12 week appointment and were completely shocked when our doctor told us we were pregnant with TWO babies.

WHAT?!

I think I said, "What?" and "No." so many times during that appointment. I also threw in a, "Robbie, I'm going to kill you." He had been teasing me the whole pregnancy that we were going to have twins and I would just roll my eyes at him and say, "Ya right." Apparently he's always thought he'd be a dad to twins someday (should have told me that before we got married, honey). Crazy! Despite the complete shock and the quick onset of overwhelming feelings, we quickly realized what a blessing this was in our lives and our excitement has increased every single day. Now we can't imagine anything else but twins. We still laugh that I happened to watch Parent Trap on the day of our appointment, and that we had been watching the TV show Full House ever since we got married. Twins were definitely on our minds. Never, ever, ever, ever did I think I would have twins. Did I say ever? It's like when I did my student teaching and said I could do every grade but 6th...and then I was assigned to 6th grade. I've told myself there was no way I would (or could) ever have twins. And here I am, pregnant with twins. I think Heavenly Father likes to give us experiences that open up our eyes to our potential. We hold ourselves back and set limits, but He knows how capable we are and He knows how much we can stretch to become who we need to be become. Robbie and I have both been so humbled as we've thought about what a privilege and blessing it is to be carrying two of Heavenly Father's precious spirits. Oh, how we pray for these two, and we pray that we'll be able to create an atmosphere in our home where their sweet spirits can thrive.

Just this past Thursday, we had our big 20 week ultrasound with Maternal Fetal Medicine at Utah Valley Hospital. They looked at each baby from head to toe. Pretty soon after the ultrasound technician came in the room, she was able to tell us that both of our babies are GIRLS!! This was a shock to us because we both felt like there was at least one boy in there, but hey. Bring on the frill!! She spent the next hour looking at their cute little legs, arms, brains, hearts, etc. Then she sent a specialist in to check a few other things and we were given the best news we could have asked for: that our two babies girls looked strong and healthy! There is so much that can go wrong in a pregnancy, and to hear her say that was music to this momma's ears! Once again, my heart was full to the brim with gratitude. I know we're only half way there and things can still go wrong, but if I've learned anything this year, it's that God knows what He is doing and I have every reason in the world to trust Him and His plan for me and Robbie and our family. Knowing that brings both of us immense peace.

We are SO happy. Prepping for these babies has become my favorite daily task. I love these little girls and can't wait for them to join our family!

Two beautiful baby girls, due February 2015, but will probably be here in January!