Wednesday, April 9, 2008

Happy Anniversary!




Our seven year anniversary is on Monday. What a great 7 years it has been! We have enjoyed our time together, traveling, skiing, vacationing on our Goldwing, loving on our Bichon Frise, and being "kids" together! When we married, we could have never forseen the wonders of the life that was before us. I smile to know that our Heavenly Father knew though. I've been keeping somewhat of a secret for many, many weeks now, but with our anniversary on Monday, I am ready to make our announcement.

We are pregnant! : )



I had my first Dr.'s appointment yesterday, and David and I always knew that we were ready, we would keep it under wraps for a while, just to have a special time to enjoy it all by ourselves. I am halfway through my first trimester, and with an ultrasound coming the first week of May, I feel ready to share our good news. Now, all of our family and very close friends were told at week five, but most people don't know, unless by word of mouth. I am definitely a private person, and, despite being overjoyed, I haven't wanted to tell every single person I know. We have really relished in our little secret. We have enjoyed keeping it private.




Here are some of the questions I have been getting asked:

1. Were you trying?

This is always a popular question, no matter who is pregnant, so I don't mind being asked at all. I ask it ALL the time! : ) Were we trying? Oh, yes. A very big yes. We were trying in the technical sort- charting, graphing, etc.. Let me start at the beginning.. David and I, like I said, will be married 7 years on Monday, the 14th. We enjoy just being married. We love traveling, sleeping in, and being selfish. Ha, ha! You know what I mean. I am not a baby person by nature. I love my children in my class and they are literally like my own flesh and blood. I love my friends' kids because they are an extension of my very gorgeous, good looking friends. : ) In all seriousness, I just have never felt the twang of the baby bug. Even at the hospital, even when good friends delivered, there was never the bug. Everyone told me that it would come when the time was right- so I waited.... and with 7 years on the horizon, it is funny to say that I still don't have the bug, but I am overjoyed. I think for me, my personality is not really very emotional, and so I am just really laid back about the whole thing. I am excited, but I am happy just as I am, which makes this baby just another great addition to our family- it doesn't "make" me, if that makes sense. I am already content with the life God has blessed with me. This child is really, in my mind, an extension of what David and I have already established- love.

In February, my mom came over with our Valentine's Day gifts. After we opened them, she said, "I want to be your nanny." I said, "?!?!?" My mom HAS never mentioned kids in all these years, and quite frankly, I didn't think it ever crossed her mind. She said it never had, until just recently. She said she knows I am conflicted- I cannot quit teaching (not because of financial reason per say, but because I am just that addicted to loving other people's kids). She also knows that I am not comfy with a nameless day care. Our confliction led David and I to just keep putting it off, because, like I said, I don't have the baby bug anyway. It has never been an issue. David loves that I love to teach and fully supports that. And when we married, I told David that I would never have a child until he came to me and said he wanted a family and was ready. He totally agreed and was glad I didn't want to push the issue. I thought we wouldn't have kids until our 30's for sure.

So, when my mom throws the offer on the table- "I will drive to your house every morning, I want to create a full nursery in my home too, library days, swimming in the afternoon, ballet, and park trips, all the scheduling conflicts and Dr. visits- we , as a couple, for the very first time, actually talked about having a family. We had never, really done it before. We always KNEW we would have kids, but the "how" and "when" were just too complicated. It wasn't like her offer made us do it by any means, but a little idea blossomed that night and grew and grew.. It grew until we were busting with excitement.

We discussed trying in March because it would make it a Thanksgiving baby and the time off from work was already built in and would be great as extra weeks off. We charted, and mapped, and read, and read. But, no credit to us- we know children from God. This may be too much info for most of you, but when I say we "tried" for the very first time in our entire marriage, that is what I mean. (Hint- unprotected!!) Not kidding. We had never gone that route, not even once in 7 years. I know many of you think this is weird, but for the other 6 compulsive planners out there in the world who may or may not be reading this, you may feel right at home with that idea. This choice is more David than me, mind you, but we have loved this plan and for 7 years it has kept us happy.

We tried one time, and we decided that it nothing happened (nothing happens the first time EVER, right?) we would wait until the summer. So, Spring break rolled around and we skied.... and you know what? I knew it! I just felt it!

When the test came back positive after coming home, we screamed and ran around the house and Bichon thought we had lost it. And of course, we really had. This is also a great time financially, which influenced our time table. We have had a baby "account" at the bank for quite some time, and so we have a savings in place. I do not function well with stress, so I truly admire all of you out there who can roll with the punches in good faith. Knowing most of our needs will be met with that account gives me great peace. Which is wonderful because stress makes me snack. : )

2. Do you know how rare it is to get pregnant the very first time?

Yes, I think it is rare too. BUT!! Again, this may sound over the top, but we prayed about it the night before AND after we tried. We really did, and God and I had a little talk, and I said, "You know, You will be the one to open this door or close it. And really, either way is fine. I have zero expectations. I am happy just the two of us for the rest of my life, so if you want it, go for it. If not, fine by me too." I am trusting that God's will was done. I have no other explanation for it. But, we are a fertile family. My mom got pregnant with me the very first time she ever had sex. Seriously. Any other bloggers have a similar story?

3. Will you work?

Yes! I know that many of you have already called me and said, "Just wait. When the baby comes you will want to stay home." You know, you are probably right. I am not dismissing anything. I love that blasted dog like no man's land, so I cannot fathom more love than that. I love teaching though, and I do have a secret dream of having a "teachers" kid. I want to be there at school, to know their teachers personally, to know what testing they are being given, to know who drives their bus on a personal level... I want them to grow up and say their mom taught. Now, I am not dismissing any other dreams of any other bloggers. I am a teacher. I adore kids from all backgrounds. There is no "right" way- just what is right for us. I tend to be obsessive compulsive, and when I am off in the summer, I am usually bored to death. I am ready to go back when the summer is over. I just enjoy being graphical and logistical with paper too much. I would drive our kids crazy with scheduling and projects and mini units in the backyard everyday. That is who I am. When I come home, my kids will benefit from getting a mommy who has been exasperated at work and can devote the evening to them. The summers off and great vacation weeks through out the year are perks too. AND! I'm off on snow days and get off at 3:15. Woo Hoo!

4. Is David excited?

A big yes. More than me,actually. He took off work and came to my dr.'s appointment and has already taken off work for the next. He is the youngest of six, and is ready for the challenge. He asked for it, he wanted it, he prayed for it, he actually talked me into it in the beginning, so he is ready! After my first appointment, I rested in the car with my eyes closed (four viles of blood went sayanora, ya know...) When I realized where we were, he had stopped at Ricks Bakery, where he got bought three petifors and a white cake with buttercream icing as a baby celebration treat. He is very sweet and very romantic. He has done all the cooking for the last three weeks. Every bit. He is very helpful. He has encouraged me to quit my coke addiction, which I have. But to help me, he had quit Dr. Pepper. This is huge for us!! We are miserable drinking our water, but we are miserable together, which makes us laugh out loud in restaurants, to the amusement of every one around us. He is already scheming the perfect tree house for the backyard.





5. Is your mom excited?

Hello!! She is soo excited!! She is setting up a nursery at her house too- crib, new bedding, painted walls, chandelier over the crib- the whole burrito. Today she actually went to Old Navy and went shopping on my behalf for maternity clothes. I love my mom. I am so excited about the bond she will have with this little McCash baby. My dad and David work together at the same Bank, and David was so looking forward to telling everyone at work, but when he got there, my dad had beat him to the chase and spread the good word! We got a great big chuckle out of that. I am an only child, so needless to say, this is the "big time!"

6. How did you tell everyone?

It is a tradition in our family that every year, after any trip of any kind, I make a fun slide show complete with music, video, graphics, etc.. to highlight the trip. I include inside jokes and our favorite memories. My mom is a photographer on the side, and so between the ladies on the trips, we have around 1,000 pictures to usually shuffle through. We kept it from even our family until about 5 weeks, when the entire ski trip buddies came over to my parents to watch the slide show. At the very end of the slide show, we had a couple of slides that read, "Ready for Spring Break 2009?" "Let's Invite Someone New!" "We Know Who We Are Going To Bring!" "Baby McCash Coming in November!" We included pictures of us "finding out" at home, etc. I video tapped them watching the slide show, and it is hilarious!!! We told David's family on March 24th, his 27th birthday. We wrapped up a positive test to look like a carrot (for Easter) and since she is a nurse, gave it to her just like that. She started crying and skipping around the house. David is her last child in the lineup of six and the only one without kids.









We are thrilled, and even more so, astounded at God's perfect timing and wisdom. I feel great, and we have another big motorcycle trip planned this summer, so Lord willing, we will hit the road in July. I may be riding in a car to follow, but who knows. Keep us in your prayers as we prepare for a new life. Designing the nursery is like sucking helium for me- I am about to float away with the great ideas I have in my head! : )

Love,
Jessica

81 comments:

  1. I can't believe I'm the first one to congratulate you on your blog! Lucky me! CONGRATULATIONS Jessica! How wonderful and exciting. You are truly blessed, and you are in store for unspeakable joy! That's awesome news!

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  2. I love you so much and I'm so excited for you both---I think we're going to have so much fun sharing stories and hanging out being just 2 weeks apart!!! I can't wait!! I love you guys so much!! I have said it a million times, but congrats again!

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  3. Congrats! Congrats! Congrats! I am so excited for y'all. You will be a fabulous mother. I can't wait for you to document your pregnancy. You are going to be a cute, little pregnant girl.

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  4. Oh my goodness, so its finally out. Amber & Jai are going to kill me at the Bank. But I just wasn't ready to share your news till you were. But we couldn't be any happier for you & David & even Bichon. Bichon will have some ajusting to get ready for. She's been the baby for many years now. But Dad & I are so happy for you both. All our love...we love you both, Mom & Dad

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  5. Congratulations!! I am so excited for you and David. I have missed your posts, WoW! This post is just wonderful!! Again, Congratulations. Yaay, I can't wait to see how you decorate the nursery.

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  6. Congratulations! What a lucky baby to get you for a mom! I can't wait to see what you do with the nursery.

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  7. OH MY GOSH! congrats!!!! woo hoo!!!

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  8. What wonderful, exciting news!!! I'm so happy for you...though I've never met you, the love in your family is very obvious...your child will be so blessed to be a special addition to your sweet family. I'm glad you are feeling good. Enjoy every second of it--it is such an amazing journey! Congratulations!

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  9. YEAH!!!!!!
    You are gonna be such a great mom! Not only that, your mom will never be the same!
    Congrats! Shawn and I are so happy for you!

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  10. I am so excited for you guys! I know you'll have the cutest nursery EVER! I think it is perfect that your mom offered to do that for you--grandmas are the next best things to moms, so I think you will be ok going back to work! I can't wait to see those belly pictures! :)

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  11. YEAH!!!! Congrats! I had a feeling when I saw your blog was new tonight! I figured there was a reason you hadn't been blogging much lately.. Didn't want to spill the beans! That is sooo exciting!!!! You guys are going to make terrific parents!

    ***That's so crazy that you haven't had the baby bug! I know Dustin wishes he could tone mine down! I have had the bug for the past 6 months and I just keep telling myself when he's ready, then it will be the right time! I am just so so so happy for you!!

    P.S. I LOVE your Mom's big plans for her grandbaby!!!! So fun!

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  12. CONGRATULATIONS! I am so happy for you guys and love all the answers to your questions. I can't wait to see how things go for you!

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  13. I know I have already told you congrats, but I am so happy for you guys. CONGRATULATIONS again!!! I will be praying you have a very enjoyable pregnancy.

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  14. Oh my goodness! I actually had to read your big news twice because I thought I had read it wrong!! I am so excited for you guys!! I know you will make great parents and your mom and dad are going to be wonderful grandparents!! Congratulations!! When I read it I actually cried a little!! I can't believe I was just at your house a few months ago talking to you about having a baby and now it is happening. I love you guys!!

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  15. Congratulations! Our story is quite similar...the mom thing, our first time trying (we actually planned a baby making trip?!), my husband being more ready than me! So funny how God's plan works out before our eyes and then we realize that maybe it was in our plan too, we just didn't see it yet. I am so happy for you and your families...it's a time to cherish and rememeber! Good luck! PS I love that carrot idea as I am also a nurse...so cute!

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  16. OH my gosh, I have had chill bumps reading this whole entry. I was getting a feeling something like this was going on since you haven't been blogging! :) I am SO excited for you two and can't wait to join you in the blog world as you document your pregnancy. You and David are going to be wonderful parents!!! Congratulations!!

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  17. Congratulations! I am so happy for you and your husband. Isn't it amazing how God works his miracles. I can't wait to see your nursery. I am sure it will be amazing. Keep us updated!!

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  18. I've been waiting for your post! I stopped by the bank Friday and Les beat you to the point!!
    I'm so excited for you guys and can't wait to keep up with your pregnancy! You are in for the time of your life!

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  19. WOOHOO!!!!!!! Ok, I ao so, so excited for you, but a little gealous because I do have the bug! But Praise Him for beign faithful, and delivering His promise! Blessings to you and your growing family!!!

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  20. that is so exciting!!!!! good luck with everything. I'm with you on planning and stuff, I'm definitely not a roll with the punches kind of girl haha. I think you'll be a great mom! Start preparing the doggie now, he's not going to be the baby anymore!!!

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  21. CONGRATULATIONS!!! I am jealous, we are also trying! I can't wait to see pictures of the belly. Oh your nursery is going to be great.

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  22. Oh, my gosh! How exciting!!! I can't wait to read all your pregnancy and baby posts! Your nursery is going to be awesome! Congratulations!

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  23. Congratulations ya'll will make great parents!

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  24. Oh God is so GOOD!!!!!!! that post was excellent and I am overjoyed for you both!!!!!

    "By wisdom a house is built, and through understanding it is established; through understanding its rooms are filled with rare and beautiful treasures."
    proverbs 24:3-4

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  25. Congratulations! Having a baby is probably the biggest blessing that I have ever had. I am a working mom too, and even though it is tough trying to fit it all in, it is very rewarding and my son loves his time with his Grandmama. I am so lucky to have a mom like yours who WANTS to keep her grandbaby.

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  26. Congratulations! Having a baby is probably the biggest blessing that I have ever had. I am a working mom too, and even though it is tough trying to fit it all in, it is very rewarding and my son loves his time with his Grandmama. I am so lucky to have a mom like yours who WANTS to keep her grandbaby.

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  27. I was so excited to see a new post from you, then when you made your big annoucement...wow! I am so happy for you both! Congratulations!

    And, I think a laid back mommy is the greatest kind of mommy. You will be wonderful. And I can't wait for you to experience that love that you feel for your own child. It is impossible to put into words. You just have to feel it. It is awesome.

    Congrats again!!!

    Also, teaching is the perfect job for a mom. After your child is in school you will have the exact same schedule!

    Ok, novel is over. Have a good day! Try to stay dry!

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  28. Congrats! I come from a very fertile family, too! ha ha We were actively not trying and along came Jancie....It's wonderful that y'all got to spend so much time together before the baby. Y'all will appreciate alone time even more now!

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  29. Ha, my mom and I frequent your blog a lot and we both suspected something. Pictures of the nursery, few blog entries, etc..... I am so happy for you! You will find that when you have the baby it will truly be the beginning of your life!
    A big Congrats to you and your family! May God bless you with a smooth pregnancy!

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  30. I enjoyed reading this post and wanted to congratulate you! I can see this baby having all kinds of cute wall hangings!

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  31. I know I already posted once, but in all of the baby joy I forgot to say Happy Anniversary!

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  32. I am sooooo excited for you and David. Your mom has always told us at the bank that she was ready when you were. However, we all knew she was yearning to be such an amazing grandma. She told me, "Amber, can you believe it? Im going to be a grandmother!!" Jessica, you are tremendously blessed to have such sweet parents and the best husband a girl could ask for. I know God has wonderful plans ahead for your family. Your child will never lack in love and guidance. Im so proud for you!
    Amber

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  33. That is so exciting! As someome who literally just did it--I know howe excited you must be. You are right--babies are just an extension of your love for each other. And you can just stare at yours for days--just wait!
    Congrats!!

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  34. Congratulations again!!! This is so exciting!

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  35. Oh my goodness...CONGRATS!!!!!! I have a little feeling that something like that may have been in the works! You weren't posting that much so I began to wonder?? I can't wait to keep up with your pregnancy and can't wait to see the nursery!!

    Congrats again!!!

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  36. JESSICA!
    THIS IS AMAZING NEWS!!!! I AM SOOOOOO SOOOOO SOOOOOO excited for you and David Congrats! I think God has a plan for everyone. I am one of thos efertile myrteks. I got preg everytime I tried..first time too. But very fertile, as is my brother. I think it is genetic. I actually discussed with my husbnad being a sarrogate mom, but he didnt feel comfprtable with that. Anywho-prob,. to much info on me...

    I am so happy for you!I am looking forward to following this with you in the months ahead. Its the best thing you will EVER do!

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  37. Congrats!! We got pregnant on the first try, too!! My hubby was in the Army and serving in Korea. He came home on mid-tour and was only home for one month--that meant only one cycle to work with. So, we gave it a shot! On Feb. 2nd he returned to Korea and on Feb. 14th I was at the doctor's office (had to get a referral to an OB) with a positive test. I knew before he left that I was---I just didn't feel the same and was sick. I told him I was either getting sick or was pregnant. We were both very excited!! Like you, I always loved kids, but wasn't sure I was ready for one of my own. He convinced me to try--telling me he knew we were ready. I really didn't think I'd get pregnant that month, and with him returning to Korea, we wouldn't have another try for another 5 months. The way it worked out, he was home from Korea when I was 20 weeks---just in time to be there for the ultrasound!!

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  38. When I first came to your blog, I was just excited to see an update!! Now I am even more EXCITED for you and David!!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!

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  39. I am SO happy for you, girl!! Your child is going to be so blessed! How fun, too, that you and David kept it to yourself for a while.

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  40. Congrats Jessica. What a wonderful and creative way to make your announcement to the family. I am so excited for the two of you. Enjoy every minute of your pregnancy and take everyone's avice with a grain of salt.
    Blessings,
    Linda
    Ps don't forget to come by and pick up something I left for you on my last post.

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  41. A big congrats goes to you two. This is how I found out....Amber came in and said that she had been over to your mom's and said "I think Mrs. Karen is going to retire in Nov." I thought to myself why wait until Nov. Then I did the math and said. "Is Jessica Preg.?" Amber said, "Crap Mrs. Karen wanted to tell you" I love it. I am so excited for you both. Everyone keeps talking about this cute nursery.....where do they get this idea from. When you all have time we need to go out and celebrate....PIT and all. Chad and I love you both!!

    Jai

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  42. Congratulations Jessica!!! I love reading your blogs. And I can be the first to tell you that I love being a working mom. Sometimes it can be a little stressful, but I really enjoy what I do. So I will keep reading and enjoy following your pregnancy. And besides, you will have all of us to ask all of those weird questions too. Good Luck and God Bless!

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  43. Yeah! Yeah! Yeah!I have been missing your posts...but you had a good reason! Congratulations! I hope we have the same luck this summer! :)

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  44. I'm so happy for you. I sat here weeping imagining how exciting it must have been for your family to watch that slideshow. Congratulations!

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  45. Congratualtions! I'm so excited for you. God's timing is perfect and sometimes he even lets us in our the "planning" You guys are going to be great parents. Going back to work may be hard, but its also nice to have work to go to sometimes. Truthfully, if my mom would be my nanny, I'd work. (She's not really the nanny type.) What a great thanksgiving blessing! I liked what you said about this baby being an extension of what you and David already have. That is what made me want a baby in the first place. I just kept thinking of how that baby would be half me and half Jeff, like a visual of our oneness! I'm so happy for you and David.

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  46. Congratulations Jessica! I don't know why but the other posting when you showed the baby nursery designs you liked, I went back a few posts to see if I 'missed' something. LOL I'm totally excited for you and David! What a grand time!

    I have to share that one of the reasons that I loved teaching was the whole factor of being home with my kids when they were out of school. It was great. I loved working and I love being home with my daughter now. I have an interview on Wednesday for a position dealing with schools but where I could work at home. I had thought about going back to teach but I love, LOVE volunteering in the kids' classes. It's wonderful and I feel blessed that I can do that when I see other kids miss their mommy's. :(

    Can't wait to see all the decor for the baby's room at your house and your Mom's!

    I am totally thrilled for you!! Let's chat soon, I've missed my kindered spirit!

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  47. I had a weird feeling a while back when you posted the different nurseries...I even asked you!! =)

    I couldn't be more happy for someone! Yall seem sooooo perfect to me...why not have a perfect little baby to boot!!! He or She is going to enter into such a GREAT life! I know I don't know you but just reading your blog it;s like you are just this amazing wonderful person! I think the workd of you and David!!

    As far as the kid thoughts...I have the same feelings you "HAD"...I so "GET" you when you said all that you said in this post! I've NEVER had the baby bug...it just hasn't been right!

    I also know what you mean about money...HA...that is enough stress to freak me out...I just don't get how some people do it???

    I'M SOOOOOOOOOOOO HAPPY FOR YALL...GOD MADE IT SO RIGHT FOR YALL!!! He is amazing!!! He knows yall are soooooooooooo ready!!!!

    (((HUGS)))

    PS - I have really missed you on here but I understand!!!

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  48. Jessica, I am thrilled for you and David! If you think you love Bischon....you just wait and see what it is like for your own child!!!
    I hope you are feeling well! Congratulations!!

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  49. Jessica: I am SO happy for you! I've wished this for you! Like you I got pregnant the first time and it's actually more common than you know. I know so many women who this happened to so we know it was supposed to happen! I wish you the best pregnancy ever! Please give us all the details throughout! I can't wait for that baby to come and see the pics.

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  50. Girl I am a lot like you when you said that you weren't just getting bit by the baby bug. I never dreamed of being a mom. I got pregnant on the first try both times.
    I can remember getting on my face in my bedroom both times and crying out to the Lord. I was happy but I was scared that I wasn't going to have what it took to be a mom!
    I am so happy for you. Morgan has been the biggest blessing and treasure from the Lord. Can't wait to see the nursery!!!

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  51. Girl, I was so excited to see your new post up. I had no idea what great news I was in for. I am so happy for you guys. I know you'll be great parents, and man, that kid is going to have some killer scrapbooks!

    Congratulations.

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  52. You know Jessica. I had this feeling that you were. I know it is crazy to think that a "stranger" could have a hunch about you...but I thought...maybe she is pregnant and not blogging because it would be so hard to keep it in? I dunno! Weird! Anyway...I want to say CONGRATS!!! May the Lord Bless your new family of 3 (& 1/2 if you count Bichon)

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  53. CONGATULATIONS MCCASH'S! How exciting! Any help just call me or drop me a line I'm there for you. You have a lot going on now and for a long time to come. Enjoy the whole experience of pregnancy. You will be asked to many times about everything but people love you and just want to share a little of your joy and excitement. You are such a wonderful couple and I am so happy to hear of your love expanding in the joy of a child. God is truly blessing you and your union together. God Bless you both, much love always Deb

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  54. Oh, this is such exciting news! Congratulations to you and your husband - you are going to be a great mommy!

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  55. Jessica-
    HOW EXCITING! CONGRATULATIONS! I'm so excited for you all! You all will be fun parents. I can't wait to see more updates and ultrasound pictures!!!

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  56. Oh so exciting!! Congratulations! You are just glowing in that first picture...it's too cute!

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  57. So happy for you, congrats!!
    We were successful 'first-time tryers', too!
    Such an exciting time for you, it will change your life.
    Can't wait to see nursery pics with everything else!

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  58. Huge congratulations to you both! How wonderful that you had no troubles getting pregnant, either. I hope you have a easy, healthy pregnancy. That is going to be one lucky baby to have you both as parents. I know he/she will have the cutest nursery around! :)

    I just took 3 buckets of maternity clothes to my mom's house for a garage sale last weekend and had to box them back up because they didn't sell. They are still at her house if you are interested. ;)

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  59. Wow! That is so exciting!! I have been checking your blog off and on for the last few weeks and wondered where you were? But what a great surprise for you to come back with!!

    I teach school, too, and I did all through the years that my kids were growing up. They went to school with me every day and I knew all their teachers personally. It is the PERFECT job for being a mom! I know you will handle both so well if you choose to do that!

    CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!

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  60. Congratulations! Even though I have never actually met you, I love to read your blog and to be able to share a little of your life. When I found out I was pregnant with Noah, I was excited, but not ready! We were not trying so we were a little stunned, but so blessed to have him added to our family. I am so glad God knows what he is doing! The first time I saw him I knew that I was meant to be a mom! Congrats again!

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  61. Congratulations! I love reading your blog and getting craft/decorating ideas. Now you'll be able to put those burp cloths you made to use soon!!

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  62. Congratulations--I am so happy for you. It really is a blessing that it happened so quickly for ya'll. You will be such a good mom--and a very cute pregnant girl!

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  63. AWWWWW OOHHH CONGRATS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    Iam going to leave who this is anonomous becuse we are pregnant too!! Iam 10 weeks and haven't told anyone yet!! I am so excited to be pregnant at the same time with a blogging buddy!!!!!!!!!!!!
    And OOHHH I can't wait to See your sweet little baby!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    OOHH Iam so excited for you!! What a wonderful Mom!! Tell her I love her for that!!!! We donot have grandparents like that!!! But I will be that way!!!!!!!! How absoulutly wonderful!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  64. How wonderful for you! I seriously cannot wait to see the nursery and for all the pics of that sweet little baby! You will be a great mom!


    CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!

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  65. Hi Jessica,
    What wonderful news, congratulations to you both. How lucky you are that it all happened so easily, what a wonderful time in your lives that you are now entering, I wish you both all the best.
    Cheers Linda

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  66. Jessica and David,
    What wonderful news! I am so excited for you both!! You will just love being parents. Children are such a gift from the Lord and will change your life forever. It will be fun sharing baby stories and planning playdates. Do you want to find out what you're having?? By the way, we are neighbors again... we'll have to meet up and walk sometime.

    Again, Congrats!
    Miranda

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  67. Congratulations Jessica!!! That is SO EXCITING!! What a great surprise!
    I work 3 days a week at our church and my mom watches Ella. She also is ecstatic about grandchildren and has an entire nursery set up for Ella at her home that's cuter than my nursery. :-) It is such a blessing to not have to worry about paying for childcare and to know without a doubt that we have the best care for our children.
    I'm so happy for you!

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  68. Girl, I am SOOOO excited for you!! You are going to be the best little momma!

    I got pregnant with Landon the first month I stopped taking my birth control pills! We were "kind of" trying that first month, but just going to see what happened. I could not believe it was that easy for me!
    His timing is always perfect!!

    I can't wait to see the nursery!

    Love,
    Charity

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  69. Hi! I found your blog while when I started reading a friend's blog. I went back through the archives and viewed all your posts. I love reading your blogs and see all your decorating ideas. You seem like a great person! So I hope that even though we have never met you don't me saying congrats on the little one!! I can't wait to continue reading your blog. Congrats again!

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  70. Congrats! How far along are you now? Can't wait to keep up with your pregnancy-- it's been pretty easy so far for us! (luckily)!

    Can't wait to see how you do the nursery, since your style is so GREAT!!

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  71. CONGRATULATIONS, CONGRATULATIONS, CONGRATULATIONS! I am so happy for you! I am one of the weird ones who LOVED being pregnant. You are going to make a fabulous mother!

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  72. Wow!! I had to go back and read that a second time. I thought maybe I was misreading it. Well.....that is so fabulous. Congratulations! We are sooo happy for you. You both will be incredible parents. This baby will be so blessed to be a McCash. Both of you are so inspiring and God focused....no worries girl!

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  73. Congrats!! I am so happy for you! :) I hope its a girl LOL

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  74. I'm sorry I'm so late at congratulating you! I read it last week but didn't have time to comment! So...CONGRATS!! I know this is a very exciting time for you! Looking forward for more updates to come!

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  75. Congratulations!!!!!!!!! I am sooo thrilled for you both!! And having your mom as a nanny sounds absolutely perfect!!! I can't wait to continue to follow along with your pregnancy!

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  76. bloggy bling and link love for you at my place....

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  77. CONGRATULATIONS!!! that is so awesome :) :) :)

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  78. I have to add your blog to my blog roll! I love your creativness, the fact that you are a teacher, and you're preggo! Congrats to you and your hubby!

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