on becoming parents …

As of today, we’re 19-ish days from becoming parents. At this point, I just can’t wait! I want to meet her, hold her and love her. Justin and I often try to imagine what she’ll look like – what traits she’ll inherit from either of us, which characteristics she’ll pick up from other family members, and what will make her unique. We’re 19-ish days from finding out!

We were sitting on the front porch swing yesterday afternoon, and completely out of the blue Justin said, “I think she’ll like spending time out here.” My heart melted at the thought of him planning for her. I think he’s right. Even better, I know where to find the two of them if they go missing throughout the summer!

I find myself thinking about how every little aspect of our lives will change – from trips to the grocery store to a dinner out. I know things will be different, and in my mind, the difference is in no way a bad thing. In many ways, the spur of the moment things we used to do will become more complicated, and that’s okay. All in all, life will be much more fun, and so much more meaningful.

Yep, I’m excited. Excited, and SO ready to meet our new girlfriend!

On the update front, the nursery is almost done. It’s been getting closer and closer, and we’re almost there. I’ll promise to post pictures sometime this week as I know many people have been asking for updates! I spent yesterday afternoon washing the rest of her sheets and clothes, getting sheets and accessories on the crib, and filling up containers. Just details to go, then all we need is her to make it complete!

If anything exciting comes of this afternoon’s appointment, I’ll update, as well. We’ll see! Little miss has dropped some, and I know it really means nothing, but it’s progress in my mind!

Happy Monday!