Our Family

Mitch and I have had a whirlwind of "new beginnings" over the last two years. After dating for three years, Mitch proposed on June 19th, 2007 at the Bethany Beach. Since that day, our lives together have been filled with rich and wonderful blessings. After graduating from college with elementary education degrees in May 2008, we sought to find jobs in the area as well as plan our August wedding. Despite some worrying and Mitch wondering if he and his new bride would be on food stamps, we were both offered jobs in our field. I, as a long-term substitute in 1st grade in the Manheim Township School District, and he, as a 4th grade teacher in the Pequea Valley School District.

On August 1st, 2008, we made a commitment to one another that we would spend the rest of our lives together. And what a joy that has been thus far. Like I told the priest who married us a few months later, marriage isn't always easy, but it's so worth it. Taking time to care about the other person, knowing his wants and needs, and trying your best to fulfill them takes time and effort. We couldn't be happier, and I truly know I have found my soul mate. The saying "today I married my best friend, " is true for us.

In March 2009, we bought our first house! We took advantage of low interest rates, an 8,000 tax credit, and an awesomely priced house. This house was truly a blessing from God, and I know it will be a home filled with memories to come. God is so good!

Even though we like to keep things interesting, we were surprised to find out in August that we would be welcoming a new member into our family! We shared the news, first, to Mitch's family while camping at Bald Eagle State Park. We couldn't very well hide it since I was not feeling all that well those first couple of weeks. We later shared with my parents. They were all excited for the "parents-to-be!"

Pregnancy, thus far, has been fun. It didn't start out so fun for me, who spent many of those first weeks in the bathroom, but the 2nd trimester was one of joy. Realizing that we created this life, and that we will be responsible for it was both thrilling and nerve wracking! With only three more months to go, this baby bump just won't stop growing! :) I can't see my feet when I am standing and stretching and tying my shoes are getting harder and harder. The baby kicks all the time, and it's awesome when Mitch can feel the baby kick and when he talks to him or her. We don't know the sex of the baby and it's getting so hard for me!! I hope these next three months go quickly!