A long day!

Michelle and I had a long day of doctors appointments. We went to Powell Orthotics first thing this morning for Michelle to do her casting for AFO. She'll have her brace in 2 weeks. We were surprised to find out that they couldn't make them in anything other than the ugly white plastic crap. We decided that when we picked up her brace, we would take it to Salvation Tattoo for a makeover. Hopefully involving a custom piece that will make her proud to where her brace (and compliant with it, too). =)

After our appointment at Powell, we had back to back doctors appointments at MCV with our OBs. We met with Dr. Peng and had another ultrasound today. It was incredible. We were able to see our baby's heart beat for the first time and it made me cry. There is something surreal about seeing this living thing that you've created. So wonderful and overwhelming. Dr. Peng was very optimistic about Michelle's pregnancy and delivery. He stated that even if she was paralyzed by the time she delivered (which there is no way in hell she will be), she would still be able to have a vaginal birth. He said that the body can work around ALS without a problem. This was a relief for both of us.



We also met with our regular OB, Dr. Isaacs. She is so full of happiness! She did the routine blood work, exam, etc and met with Dr. Peng to figure out where we stood with the pregnancy. It looks like everything is going super well. We'll go back in 4 weeks for another appointment and ultrasound. It is wonderfully exciting to get to watch our baby grow in pictures.

If this is less than articulate, it is because I've only slept 4 hours in the past day or so. I'm exhausted and am heading to bed in just a few.

But before I go, I have to say thank you to Jason. He put together an amazing video/photo show of Michelle and I's wedding as a gift. It meant so much to us both and will allow us to continue to relive our amazing day over and over again. Jason, Tammy & Rae have been God sent. I'm not sure what else you could call it. We're just thankful. If you need a photographer please check Jay out (www.jasonkeefer.com).