The Start of Something Really Big

So, as most of you already know, I recently found out that I am expecting! Joey and I will have our first child in May 2011. Yesterday, September 15, was my very first doctor's appointment. I'm not going to lie, I was sooooo anxious. I could not wait to actually hear the words "you're pregnant!" because looking at a home pregnancy test and accepting the results just didn't quite make it real to me. Having tests done and hearing those precious words brought the biggest smile to my face. My doctor, Dr. Gerber, says I'm 7 weeks Pregnant and have an expected due date of May 4, 2011. I've dreamed of the day that I would be a mom for practically my whole life. I never thought that both my biggest dreams would come true so soon--getting married and starting a family. I absolutely cannot wait. I also can't begin to say how happy Joey has made me....from his beginning reaction to how he treats me day to day. Joey is the most wonderful husband and man I know. I really wish I could have recorded his reaction because it melted my heart and I will remember it forever. It's amazing how someone's tone of voice and facial expression can either make or break your day. He made my year! So as for how I've been feeling.....I started feeling really, really nauseous this past week, which is horrible for me because I NEVER throw up and I also have a phobia of throwing up. Luckily, I have only felt nauseous and haven't gotten sick- Yet. Other than that, I've just had a few little symptoms....one though, that makes me laugh is the fact I downed a WHOLE jar of pickles the day before I took the test. Although i've always loved pickles, I've never eaten a whole jar before, or even a half of a jar. ;) I am going to start reading "What to Expect When You're Expecting," which I cannot wait for. Until next time...