Surprise!

This past summer, Sam and I had the privilege of traveling to the beautiful countries of Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, and Japan. It was a once in a lifetime trip and we experienced, tasted, and saw more than we could've ever imagined. Upon returning, Sam quickly started his first year of a full-time MBA program at University of Maryland Smith Business School and I started my 8th year teaching. Being so busy, we were slow to notice the changes happening in my body. Nearly 2 months after it had happened, we discovered the biggest surprise of our life... we found out that I'm pregnant! After getting over the initial shock, we've experienced all kinds of emotions but overall we couldn't be more excited, nervous, or happy. Regardless of the bad timing, Sam and I truly believe that things happen for a reason and that this surprise is a blessing and a miracle in disguise. 

I'm really thankful that pregnancy so far hasn't been too bad. I got a little nauseous a couple times around 2 months, but since then I've been good. The hardest part is how tired I am. That, and having to pee every couple of hours.  

Here is a picture from the ultrasound at 12 weeks. We got to hear the baby's heartbeat and see the baby move! It was a really neat experience.

Weeks: 14
Baby's size: Small lemon
Maternity clothes: Not yet, but my pants are getting tight. I'm also at that awkward stage where you can't really tell if I'm pregnant or fat. I'm hoping that goes away soon because it's making me very self conscious. 
Sleep: Thankfully, I'm sleeping very well. It's easy to sleep well because I'm so tired by the end of the day. The only problem is waking up to pee several times throughout the night.
Best moment this week: Getting a credit card gift card from Sam to shop for maternity clothes :)
Miss anything?: Running
Movement: Nope
Food cravings: Nothing in particular... I'm just really liking food these days. 
Mood: happy, tired, thankful
Looking forward to: celebrating Sarah's birthday with her on Friday
Anything else?: My feet and hands are starting to swell. :( Is it suppose to happen this early?