Wednesday, January 13, 2010

Some great news

What an amazing 2009 we had. It was one of the greatest years for us! It also threw us a few trials along the way. I have decided and truly believe that everything happens for a reason. This past year we grew stronger, we grew closer and we are happier than we have ever been. We laughed, we cried and we lost hope in certain circumstances. But it still ended up being one of the greatest, most fun year of our life. From graduating from Columbia in the worst job market since the Great Depression, Jeff was searching and we were praying for a job offer to come along... to also trying to have a baby after 3 years of medicines, surgeries, and answers that just didn't seem right... we still had each other and knew again that everything happens for a reason. I don't know what I would do without the Gospel in my life. I am grateful for the power of prayer and faith because it helped us every step of the way.
As I post this, I know that we are definitely not the only ones that have gone through circumstances like these. My heart goes out to everyone this year... because we know that it is not easy. and I promise- it can only go upward from here. I am grateful for these experiences though because they taught me so much.

On that note... Jeff and I received great news on November 4th...
WE ARE PREGNANT!
We couldn't be happier.




Baby Wood- we are excited for you to come on July 10th and we will be waiting for an explanation on why you took so long :) (just kidding)
can't wait to finally meet you my little loved one

21 comments:

Kristen M said...

Super congrats to you guys. How awesome and exciting. We wish you a healthy and safe pregnancy.

The Rigbys said...

Katie!!! Oh congrats! I am so excited for the two of you. Best parents ever.... I am so happy for you... I am sad I couldn't make lunch the other day but we need to do it again? When are you back in town??

Rach Rigby

Kaylyn said...

We are really excited for you guys! I am determined to come and visit Baby Wood!!

Todd and Jordyn Johnson said...

Congratulations Katie! We are so happy for you guys! It's so much fun!

Chelsea said...

Ahhh I'm so happy for you guys! Everything does happen for a reason and I can't wait to see pics of this little baby!

Posh Ideas said...

Katie,
Congrats! I'm so excited for you. You are going to be such a great mom!

The Waites said...

Congratulations!!!! That is such great news! :)

Tara said...

I am SO happy to hear that! Congratulations! I know this has been a long road for you.

{owens} said...

oh katie and jeff..
we couldn't be more excited for you. you really, really deserve it. it does kind of make the sweetness sweeter when you've tasted the sour. hope we can follow in your footsteps this year.
love always, owens

Weed Family said...

CONGRATULATIONS! So, so happy for you guys. Really. Love you. Keep us updated!

Keri Cannon said...

I still can't get over how happy I am for you guys! you will be the best parents ever! Love you guys!

laura said...

Congratulations!!! We are beyond thrilled for you guys and can't wait to meet the little one!

The Prestons said...

Congratulations!!! We heard the great news and can't wait to meet Baby Wood!

Palmers said...

Congrats. Katie, that is so exciting. I can't wait for you guys to have a little baby. You will have to let us know what it is when you find out. That is so fun! I am so happy for you!

Amanda said...

yay, yay, yay!!! Now move back home so we can have play dates with our kids. We are so happy for you!!!

The Nakkers said...

YAAAAYYY!!! We are so excited for you guys. I can't wait to find out what you are having - although I feel like it is a BOY!!!
OK and we need to catch up badly. MIAMI???!!! WHAT??? Call me when you get settled. I could really use some warm sunshine right about now.

Tyler and Emily said...

Congrats!! How exciting! My dad told me the great news after Jeff was in for an ortho appt!!

Amanda said...

09' was the best and worst year for us as well. I too know EVERYTHING happens for a reason. I am so happy for you both. This baby is going to be loved!Congratulations. I have been crying all day and your post turned those tears into happy ones. HOORAY for you guys.

Danielle said...

congratulations!!! what incredible parents you are going to be. This baby is so lucky. I'm so so so happy for you!!

syd b. said...

Katie! Oh my gosh I'm so happy for you two! My mom told me a little while ago and I got so excited!I can't wait for baby Wood!

sarah sample said...

katie and Jeff! congrats to you both. what a cool, hip, fun, adventurous parents you will be!