The Russo's

I felt Hudson kick for the first time on Thursday night. I was laying on the couch watching tv about 9:00 p.m. I felt two distinct kicks and another a while after that. I have felt some more kicks since then when I'm lying down or sitting still. It's very exciting and I can't wait until others can feel him move.

Josh found a truck! It's used, but new to us. It has 4 doors...perfect for a carseat. We are glad that the search is over.

Hudson is getting gifts already! Jamie gave the outfit, a co-worker gave a pacifier holder and Cadie gave us a parents-to-be ornament. Thank you! Josh's parents gave this bib on a cruise in August.

I had my ultrasound this afternoon and it's a boy! Introducing for the first time everywhere...Hudson James Russo. His growth is on track and the due date remains April 16th. Everything is looking good. He is about 9 inches long and weighs 11 ounces. He was very cooperative and showed himself to us. He was moving his legs and fingers. It looks like he has long legs and feet. I have not felt any movement yet (19 weeks), but I was reassured that he is doing fine. We can't wait to meet him! It's a boy picture. We had a few people come along...Hudson will know he is loved!

Tomorrow, Baby Russo's gender will be revealed. We are anxiously waiting and getting excited! God has known from the beginning and we will be super happy with what He has given us. We are so thankful for a healthy baby and a good pregnancy so far. I'll post the news tomorrow afternoon after the appointment.

On Saturday, Josh and I went to a baby expo at Woman's Hospital. We took a tour of the delivery room and got a lot of information. Josh is nervous about the birth part and seeing the hospital did not help. Oh, well...I tried. It was nice to be around a lot of other pregnant women. It made me feel better to know I am not the only one going through it. After Baby Grand, we went to some dealerships to look at trucks. He didn't find anything, so the search continues. Shout out to Tina Shavers, thanks for reading!

Josh was in an accident last night, but he is fine. He was on his way home from his parent's house and another truck ran a red light in Port Allen. Josh tried to avoid a crash and flipped over the median. He was alone, I stayed home because I was tired. We are so thankful that God protected him!!! Josh is upset about his truck, aka "the Z". He loves it so much, but we may have to say goodbye to it. "the Z" being towed away. This is the other driver's truck.

My brother in law, Luke, competed in the Ironman triatholon on the 1st. We went to Panama City Beach, Florida to support him. My sister had matching shirts made to surprise him. Some beach time... you have to put your toes in the sand. The race started early. We were at the beach at 6 a.m. in 45 degree weather. The finish line. He placed 306 of out 2200 participants. Team Skywalker - he is a big Star Wars fan. Josh and I with Leilynn.

Charles Seguin, a vietnam vet from church. We salute you! Josh and I at the parade on Sunday in Port Allen.

17 weeks and growing.

We went to the doctor yesterday for my monthly check up. I say we because Josh comes to every appointment. It's always interesting with him tagging along. He brought CC's coffee to the nurses as he promised at our last appointment. Either it was a slow day or the coffee got us in faster. Everything is going well and she said things looked fine. The baby's heartbeat was 162. We go back in 2 weeks to find out if it's a girl or boy!