I had a hard time writing out the second part of this post.  I have come to find that with being pregnant I am trying to find myself again.  I have been the infertile woman who miscarries for so long that I don't really know who I am or will be if and when this pregnancy carries full term.  I want everyone to know that my heart aches for those of you who have gone through this life and especially this holiday season aching for a child.  I know for the last 2 years we have been recovering or working through miscarriages during the holiday season.  I know how it feels to go to a Christmas party and multiple family members announce their pregnancies.  I know what it feels like to try and smile and be happy during the holidays but secretly ache for a child to add to the chaos.  My heart goes out to you!  You are strong.  You are amazing.  You are some of the only people who can make it through such heartache and come out on top.  I love you and I know that you are being prayed for... I'm sure many people who love you.  I hope that you can find yourself in the midst of this trial and not as infertile but as strength, love, courage, perseverance and many other amazing qualities.  Find you...because you are a light to many.  You are an example of patience and meekness to many. 

I have decided not to post things directly on facebook unless they are through this blog.  This way those who would like to know about our progress can read the blog...those who are not in a place (which i completely understand) to read about our story don't have to.   

This last week on December 30th we went in to the doctors office and heard the baby's heartbeat.  It was at 162.  Baby is looking good and we are now just over12 weeks.  We are officially the furthest along we have ever been.  We are hopeful and will go in at 14 weeks for another heartbeat check.  Then again at 16 weeks.  After that we will be able to go in monthly to see how baby GIRL Reynolds is growing.  Yes...it is a girl and she is doing well.  At 9.5 weeks she measured 10 weeks...maybe she will be tall.  We will keep you posted as we see needed.  We love you all and appreciate your support and love.