18 weeks 1 day

In 2 weeks you go to the doctor to schedule your ultrasound. We are really excited about that. Even tho the Chinese birth calendar says it's going to be a girl and most people whose opinion I trust think girl we are apprehensive about it. We are going to be super excited either way, but a girl would be fun to have. You confirmed last night that you can feel the baby poke every now and then. I was excited to hear that.

16 weeks 4 days

Yesterday I saw your face again for the first time it seemed. I don't know what it was, but it was just one of those moments where time stood still - if for just a moment. I got lost staring at you. You melted me. I still have that look you gave me burned into my retinas. It still makes me smile now just thinking about it.

I saw this quote and it made me think of that moment when I looked at you.

Yesterday is history, Tomorrow's a mystery. Today is a gift; that's why they call it "the present".

-- Unknown

If we have a little girl I hope she looks just like you so someday someone may know the pleasure I have in waking up to that face.

I love you
Mike

P.S. The picture was my favorite one when I searched 16 weeks on google. He scored 31 TDs. *sigh*

15 Weeks 6 Days

Dear Lord,

I know we don't talk much anymore, but I know you always listen to me when I call. I just wanted you to know how much this family you have given me means to me. I tell you this a lot, but I just needed to write it down. I am trying my best to take care of them and do what is right. My little boy bows his head to pray before we eat, and he puts a smile on any face he meets. He truly is a treasure. If you took him home tomorrow I would be a better man for having had him. My wife is a blessing without end. I definitely don't deserve her, but I do try to make up for the discrepancy. She is carrying our second child now and I am equally amazed at how the whole process works. I know I don't deserve all that you have done and continue to do so I just wanted to say thanks.

Love,
Mike