14 Weeks and Counting!

Well, we seem to have settled into some sort of a routine for the most part. The new church plant is going really well. Today was our official launch day and we had 120 people! Phillip is helping out on the sound team and I was able to help with the 4-6 year olds today. I have to be honest, when I heard that there were 11 in the nursery I was happy to be with an older group. I think one little munchkin is going to be plenty! Anyway, we're excited to be reaching this growing community that is just full of families and look forward to all that God has planned for this church. Pray for Phillip as he will be starting a new small group in the upcoming weeks. We have no idea who will be a part of this group but we know God will bring them!

As far as work goes, both of our jobs are going smoothly. Phillip has a boss who respects him and recognizes his efforts. I am meshing well with my new team and seem to be handling my cases just fine. I often think of how blessed we are that God provided us with these jobs at just the right time.

Now for the part everyone is truly interested in! We went for our 14 week check-up on Thursday and Baby Burns has a good strong heartbeat at 155. The "old wives" say that means a girl but we'll find that part out for sure in 4 weeks. For now, momma and baby are very healthy and that's all we need.

I made my first maternity clothing purchase today. I needed a pair of jeans. All my other regular clothes fit just fine, but the jeans...well, they were just getting a little tight. So, in honor of all the cute maternity clothes out there, this will be this blog's Baby Burns Bump update. I have to say, the little elastic belly is extremely comfortable!

I think Molly felt the picture needed a little character.

Finally, we're moving to a bigger apartment on Saturday and I am so excited! It's going to be the greatest move we've ever made. One, because we're only moving about 100 yards so it should go quickly. Two, because I am not allowed to lift anything. Being pregnant has some wonderful perks! Actually, the real reason I am excited is because I can start working on the nursery! Not to say that being in our little apartment has stopped us from getting started. Last weekend, for instance, we bought this. Ladies and gentlemen, allow me to introduce Gorty.

Thank you again Molly for making the picture just a little more interesting.

Gorty is very comfortable.

We figure that all 9'8" of him will fill up the nursery so we won't have to buy another stuffed animal...ever!

We also figure that Gorty is multi-function toy. Not only does he operate as a boppy, a bed, and a cuddly toy, but he can also be used to teach colors and counting. Perfect!

But if Baby doesn't like Gorty, Phillip says he's sleeping with us. Hmmm.