October 23

Thursday marks the end to week 16. So far everything is going well, and we're enjoying my growing belly. However, the thought looms in both of our heads of the approaching week 20. It is one of the those things that sits in the back of your mind, that you try not to let take over all the good thoughts, but it is very hard. Every ache, pain, twinge, etc. sends me into a panic. I had a scare last week... I had cramping that ended-up being nothing but indigestion. I was in tears, and ready to go to the hospital... It is a rough place to be - caught between joy and terror.

Anyway, we had a doctor's appointment today. All is going well and according to plan. We got to see the babies; they look great. My cervix was still measuring long, and seems to have healed nicely from the cerclage.

Since we had a second confirmation of the sexes of the babies, we want to formally introduce them to you:

Our little boy will be named John Thomas Kokoska (Jack) after David's grandpa and my dad. Our little girl will be named Eleanor Ruth Kokoska (Ella) after my great grandma and David's aunt. I know, I know... they are very "old" names, but we like the more traditional route.

Our next appointment is November 6. On this date we will get a full ultrasound complete with a look at all the organs, measurements, and many many pictures.

Week 14 (almost)

We are three days away from putting week 14 in the books. I am feeling really well except for being breathless and very tired. I find myself counting down the days until our next ultrasound. I just can't get enough of the babies. Sometimes I get paranoid and seeing them makes me feel better.

David has been going above and beyond the call of duty. He cooks, cleans, takes care of the cats, takes care of me, basically... everything. I'm a lucky girl!!

This past weekend we were happy to see both sides of the family. Friday, Scott, Carrie and the kids came down around 5pm, and we got to hang out with them Friday evening. It is hard to believe how big Ethan and Kate have become, and that Annie has been with us for over 8 weeks. They were planning on spending the night, but Ethan, being a little boy, wanted to see the helicopter landing in their yard the next day (the fire department was putting on an exhibition).

Bret and Kerri came down Saturday morning and spent Saturday night with us. Somehow David got Bret to mow for him... poor Bret! Kerri helped me with some yard work then helped me decorate the nursery bathroom. It is cute! David and Bret battled and conquered Halo 3 in record time. Of course now they are ready for the next big thing. Sunday morning, after a big breakfast, I was exhausted, so we stayed in and made it a football day.

Tuesday, October 23 is our next appointment. I can't wait!!

It's a Boy and a Girl

Kristy had another ultrasound today and with much prodding from Debbie to determine the sexes, it looks like we're having one of each... Below is a partial video from the ultrasound today with the findings. Apologize for the late posting, but this new Adobe program is a bit daunting to learn. If anyone knows Premiere Elements well, give me a shout.

Update - I forgot to mention the other good news... Kristy's cervix measured 4.7 cm after the cerclage. Much thanks to our doctor team for sewing her up tightly...

A dream come true

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