3.3!

Today Laura had an OBGYN appointment, however it was not just any appointment because it now marks the date when we begin to go in for check-ups every two weeks.  The doctor stated everything is on track and the delivery date as of now is still going to be August 21st.  The doctor said the baby currently weights 3 pounds, 3 ounces...oh and he also mentioned our baby has a big head.  Thanks Doc!

Tomorrow will be an exciting day, Laura is going to take her pregnancy photos.  Hopefully it isn't too hot, the weather has been in the 95 - 100 degree range!  I think we are taking photos outside, luckily its scheduled for 8 am.

Wonderful Week...

Within the past week, Laura and I drove to visit my immediate family at South Carolina!  That was a total drive of 16 hours one way.  We sure added some miles to Laura's new Honda CR-V (we figured she needed a better family car).  Well, the main purpose of taking the trip to SC was to see my brother, Brian, and cousin, Aimi, graduate from High School.  I am very proud of Brian and all of his accomplishments, he graduated with Magna Cum Laude and tons of cords.  Laura and I stayed at my father's home and got to know his wife, Mi, and son, Andy.  I also spent sometime with my mom and visited her new store, T's Mini Asian Market.

Everyone seemed excited to see Laura and I especially with the pregnancy.  My mom said she would come the month after the baby is born and host a Vietnamese baby shower.  My dad and his family stated they would come visit after the baby is born as well.  I hope they can stay a while since we will need all the help we can get! Laura is now 29 weeks and we are counting down.  We have a OBGYN appointment this Friday, I'll keep everyone updated on the status of the pregnancy.

Registry

We are officially done registering for the baby shower!  

Our baby registry may be located at the following locations:

• Wellness Baby [wellnessbabystore.com] (a wonderful Boutique in uptown Dallas)
• buy buy Baby [buybuybaby.com] (its from the same company as Bed, Bath, & Beyond...so you can use their coupons at this location)
• Target [target.com] (everyone has a Target near them)
• Babies R Us [babiesrus.com] (common registry location)

We may have also located a venue to host our baby shower, we will give everyone more info once we finalize everything.  We are both very excited!

Here are a few photos from our registry adventure.

3D/4D

Yesterday, was one of the best days during this pregnancy.  Laura and I both went to Stork Vision in Mansfield for our 3D/4D ultrasound.  Since Laura will be 27 weeks tomorrow, the photos and video clips were clear.    Altogether we spent approximately 25 minutes viewing the baby.  We purchased a deluxe package which came with (5) high quality photos, (1) disc of photos, and (1) DVD. I was amazed at how many distinct features our son possesses.  Laura and I are still trying to figure out who's nose the baby has.  I think he has Laura's nose and Laura thinks he has my nose.  The technician was able to confirm that we are going to have a baby boy, which she stated "he is definitely not shy." We were also able to hear the baby's heartbeat, which is still going strong.  It was a great experience and everything turned out well.  We are thinking about going back in about 3 weeks for a second session.

I like this photo, since it clearly depicts his little foot.

Happy Mother's Day!

Laura,

I know I do not tell you enough but I appreciate every single thing you have done for our family.  Your hard work impresses me each day as you stay up late at night studying, only getting a few hours of sleep, and then waking up early the next morning to attend class.  I cannot even imagine all the stress you go through everyday but I know you do it for our family.  I know everything will pay off soon.  I believe in you and I support you through everything you are going through now and in the future.

Thank you for all the sacrifices you have done for our family.  Please know, I do notice all the little things you do for me.  I thank God everyday for placing you in my life and giving me the best present I could ever ask for, our son.   I am ready for our family to be complete with the addition of our children, starting with Mason.  

I know this is your first Mother's Day, and I can't wait to celebrate many more when Mason comes homes with a Mother's Day card he made in Kindergarten.  Or when he brings home a flower he picked from the garden and gives it to you as he gives you a great big hug.  Or when he buys you a candy bar and writes his name in a card as he wishes you Happy Mother's Day sealed with a kiss.  I am excited for our future together and everything that comes with it.  I love you.  You are a wonderful mother.  Happy Mother's Day!

-Phan  

A place for him to rest and sleep

So Laura and I went to Babies R Us to look at cribs for our son.  We think we may have found the one.  It also comes with a dresser drawer and other furniture which will match the set.  Next we will need to have to find bedding for our son.