It's a girl!

Dave and I decided to start this blog so we can share our experiences about our baby with our family and friends. We are a bit late starting this since I am just over 20 weeks along in the pregnancy. It has truly been an amazing ride!

If I could summarize the first 3 months in one word I would say, tired. I felt like I was in a coma and Dave was tired because I was in a coma. Dave has been a perfect daddy-to-be and husband. He has been working overtime with chores and taking care of the dogs. He pampers me with presents and flowers here and there. What a guy!

About 2 weeks ago, Dave and I found out we were having a baby girl. We really didn't have a preference either way. We just want a healthy baby. So far our wish has come true. The baby is doing well and I am feeling more energetic and I am definitely "showing"!

A few weeks into the pregnancy had a dream that we were going to have a girl and Dave had named her Lily Artichoke. The baby has been named Artichoke every since. Now we know we are having a girl and Lily is the only name that had made the cuts. So Lily it is for now! As far as Artichoke, I found a Greek root word for global artichoke - Cynara (we like to pronounce it sin-are-uh). It was meant to be! Lily Cynara McDonald...our baby girl!