This week's ultrasound

Just kidding, folks. You have to wait two more weeks until we have the appointment where we are hoping to find out if the little peanut is a boy or a girl. Please take our poll and let us know what you predict!

Results of previous poll: What should Steve's dad's "Grandfather Name" be?

27 votes came in and and the winner is.... THE DUDE. G-pops came in a close second. Maybe we'll let The Dude decide for himself, but we'll surely provide the input from the "peanut gallery."

Inaugural Post!

Hi everyone,

As you know, we are expecting our first child around November 7th. Since so many of our friends and family are spread throughout the U.S. and the world, we thought we would keep you updated with our little peanut's progress through the internet. We'll post pictures of our ultrasounds and give you updates of how things are going. And...when the little dude or dudette is born, we'll post the photos here!

We have felt so very loved and supported throughout this process and want to thank everyone for all the excitement you have expressed towards our news.

The photo you see to your right is the very first images of our little peanut! This was taken on March 29, 2007 when I was about 8 weeks along. You can click on the photo to see a larger version of it.

I also went in last Thursday April 26 for my 12 week appointment and all is going well. I got to hear the heartbeat for the first time! Soon-to-be Grandpa Laufer also sent us a doppler machine and so we can hear it any time we want to at home. Steve and I listened to it on Friday afternoon with huge grins on our faces.

Love,
Monica (and Steve)