Baby Briggs cometh in November...

Since it has been, well, a while since we last posted to our blog, we decided to make it a BIG posting...

Carrie and I are expecting our first child in the middle of November. We had our first OB appointment last Wednesday where we saw the heartbeat, the head, arms and legs. It certainly moved me to tears. The HCP informed us that both Carrie and the baby seem to be healthy.

Gratefully, Carrie has not been suffering from morning sickness though she seems to be in two constant states...tired and hungry...which happen to not be mutually exclusive. :)

I really enjoy seeing Carrie GLOW! Pregnancy really does sit well with her and I can't be anymore thrilled!

Immediately following the OB appointment, we proceeded to call all of our family and our out-of-town friends. Your excitement on our behalf was powerfully supportive! Both set of grandparents are eagerly a waiting this little one's birth! My mom has already started picking out patterns to make maternity clothes for Carrie, baby clothes, and other items for the baby's room. Grandma Ottis was so excited because she "never thought she would be a great-grandma."

People at church, however, had to wait a little while longer.

We hosted a BBQ on Saturday for our Bible study and close friends at church where we made the announcement. When we did, it was met with an enthusiastic response which frankly overwhelmed us with your love and support. This morning we told Pastor Greg and Laurie, the Wolfe's and several others before Pastor Greg made it official by telling the church body. We were very moved by the outpouring of love and encouragement from everyone at church and our family.

Thank you to everyone who have been praying on our behalf! We continue to seek your prayers for the health and development of the baby and Carrie's health as well.