Shock of a Lifetime

Bryan and I went yesterday evening for our second ultrasound of Baby #2. Everything went smoothly and the sonographer was awesome. She went over every little part of the baby - perfect brain, well-shaped organs, cute arms and legs. He looked perfect. That's right - he!!! I was stunned speechless to see a little baby penis on the TV screen. Bryan was so excited and kept asking me if I was OK. I just couldn't believe it. I still can't believe it.

I had just convinced myself it was a girl. This pregnancy has felt exactly the same as my pregnancy with Jillian. I kept envisioning two adorable girls with matching dresses. I imagined the two of them sharing a room decorated in pink or purple. Now, I have got to get a new plan...a new vision. I will have a princess and a prince.

After the sonogram, we went to a nearby Target to check out the boy clothes. Goodness, that is going to be the hardest part. The stuff was hideous. Dorky stuff with puppy dogs and teddy bears. Stupid sports gear with "MVP." I can't stand that stuff. But I could not leave with nothing so this is what I bought.....

The best part is he looked so healthy and perfect. HB was 158 and he was measuring 22 weeks 6 days. Estimated weight 1 lb 2 ozs.

Here is the strangest part in the whole thing. I was struck on the head with the obvious...this is God's plan. I am meant to have a little boy. I love him to pieces already. He looked so cute moving around on the screen. But I am also struck with this really strange feeling that God's plan is not finished for our growing family. Bryan and I still have more in store for us beyond this little adorable boy. What is it? Time will tell.

Thoughts about boy names to come later.......