Keep chugging along

I am 16 weeks along now and things are MUCH improved. For that I am completely grateful. The nausea has completely gone away, my energy is back, and even the bleeding has stopped. (yay!) So there is much to be thankful for. It was probably by the end of the 13th week that I felt as though things were improving as far as the nausea goes. I wasn't feeling sick all day and could actually eat again although it was not in huge amounts. I did go back to the ER one Sunday at the 13th week mark I think, because I was having some problems with the bleeding. It turned out that I was passing blood clots which was a good thing since it meant that my blood was doing what it was supposed to and I think the gap I had in my uterus was finally beginning to close. A week and a half after going to the ER the bleeding had stopped completely so that is a relief.
I had a check-up last Tuesday which showed the heartbeat was strong and since I am feeling much better it encouraged me all the more. Its so great feeling more "normal" now than feeling miserable and worried all the time. I am not as worried now since all the difficulties I faced in the beginning have subsided. We have an appointment for the second week in October to find out the gender. Yahoo! We are hoping that we will have a boy first but of course would be thrilled with anything healthy at this point.
My appetite has improved to the point where just recently I am feeling hungry waaaaay more often and seemingly eating much more than I normally do. I don't want to over do it with the eating but I am so much happier being able to actually eat and enjoy my food now so at this point I don't really mind it.
I have a tiny belly bump that is finally becoming a little bit more noticeable and that is fun as well. I bought two pairs of maternity pants but can still somewhat fit into my regular clothes.
I went back to work last week after being out for a month and it was fun to be able to tell my co-workers that I am pregnant. I had yet to tell too many people on my own so it was still a bit surreal actually sharing the news. Because sometimes I still don't believe its happening either! But so far all things look as though they are progressing well and we are thankful that the Lord has continued to protect and grow our little baby despite all the craziness that has happened with him/her. We are in awe of the miracle of life and in what is developing and feel extremely blessed to be on this amazing journey. All honor and glory be to our Lord Jesus Christ and in what he has done for us!