Big News From Bangkok

Well, at least from our little corner of it. We're overjoyed to share that we're expecting a little one- an anniversary gift due on January 9th, our 10th anniversary! Of course, based on prior experience we have no expectation that Baby will make his or her appearance anywhere near that due date, but it's still a fun one to have. God has given us the gift of having this little one when we're going to be in America, and we're very excited to share the joy with family and friends there.

This picture was taken a couple of weeks ago, the night we had a candlelight dinner and shared the news with the kids. Asa is fairly oblivious (his only comment was, "Baby Adele", who is his favorite baby), but Emmy is very excited and is, of course, lobbying for a girl. We told her we'll just have to wait and see, and we'll welcome with open arms either boy or girl upon arrival. She's satisfied with this, but still refers often refers to Baby as "she".

I'm almost 13 weeks along, and feeling very well now. The first several weeks were very difficult in terms of nausea and general unwell-ness, but it helps me now to so appreciate feeling well! We're very excited and thankful, and looking forward to this next adventure. And to being outnumbered- yikes!