Dear Joey

Right now you're about 3 months and a bit away from being born. You're kicking the &*%$ out of my insides and it makes me smile every time. Even when you wake me up. Yesterday, we went to the hospital to get a thorough ultrasound to make sure all your fingers and toes are developing properly. The doctor zoomed in on all your parts and we got to see your face for the very first time. Your tiny mouth was opening and closing and it made me very excited to meet you and see that in person.

Today, I went to Mega to try and find some bigger clothes because you're making Mommy as big as an elephant! Unfortunately, everything here in Playa is suited for much smaller people than Mommy and I think I might have to wait until we go visit New Orleans on Tuesday to buy some clothes that fit.

Speaking of New Orleans, Dad and I sure are looking forward to it, and I'm sure if you could comprehend the food we are in for, you'd be excited too. The food situation here in Playa Del Carmen is pretty grim, you can't even find a decent salad. Luckily your Mom and Dad both know how too cook or we'd be eating beans and cheese on tortillas everyday.

I am going to write to you here as often as possible and invite all your family to come and post comments in the hopes that one day we can give this all to you and you can read it. Your Grandma gave me the diary she kept when I was born and it was really special being able to read those things. I hope you feel the same way about this one day.

Anyway, I've got to go finish dinner or you'll steal all my nutrients and I'll starve. Maybe Daddy will post something for you today. Hint, hint...

Love, Mommy