it's a....GIRL!

 

 we drove on some seriously icy roads to make it to our appointment, but boy was it worth it!  i must confess that i really really wanted a girl.  although we had an ultrasound last month and the doctor was pretty sure it was a girl, it was more reasurring to get a confirmation.  the best part is, she is healthy and active (praise the Lord).  in fact, my ob had a hard time getting good pictures because the baby was moving around so much.  i am 21 weeks and 1 day; however, she is measuring 22 weeks and 2 days so we might have a bit of a chunker. :) she is currently 1 lb. and 2 oz.  although i was about 7.5 lbs, david was 9lbs. 9 oz. and two weeks early so i'm a little apprehensive.  i probably shouldn't repeat the doctor's response to this information, if you catch my drift. :) anyways, everything looks great, and we are ready to get started on the nursery.  let the shopping begin!