The best present!

Monday, December 26, 2011

I asked for a baby for Christmas... and that's what I received!

I'm pregnant!

I'm 8 weeks today and due in early August 2012!
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88 comments:

  1. LindseyDecember 26, 2011 at 8:56 AM

    Oh my goodness! Congratulations!!!! I am so happy for you!

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  2. BeatriceDecember 26, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    Oh my gosh! that is so great congrats!! see God had a plan :)

    keep us updated!

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  3. BeckyDecember 26, 2011 at 8:59 AM

    Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!! So excited for you! I am crying like a hot mess :)

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  4. SarahDecember 26, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    OH MY GOODNESS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    praise the Lord!!! WoW!!!

    Congratulations! :)

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  5. MirandaDecember 26, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    Oh my goodness!!!! COBGRATULATIONS!!! That is so wonderful!

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  6. AutumnDecember 26, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    normally, i'm just a silent reader, but oh my goodness!!! soooo exciting! cannot wait to keep reading your family's journey.

    autumn

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  7. AlyssaDecember 26, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    No way!!!! Oh my gosh that is SO exciting!! I am so happy for you guys!! Congratulations! :)

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  8. Janelle @ Two Cups Of HappyDecember 26, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    What a surprise!! Congratulations to you both. 2012 is going to be an exciting, life-changing year for your family. Wishing you all the best.

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  9. Adventures in MommyhoodDecember 26, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    I'm so so SO happy for you both!! Congratulations!!

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  10. KelleyDecember 26, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    WHAT!!!!!? I'm so excited for you!! God is good isn't he? When you were wondering what was going on with the adoption, He KNEW!! Amazing!

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  11. bestgalphotographyDecember 26, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    SO so so delighted! Blessings on all 3 (or more?!?!?) of you!

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  12. UnknownDecember 26, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    oh my GOODNESS!! SO happy for you and your growing family, praying for you in the coming months!

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  13. LauraDecember 26, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    Been reading your blog for awhile but haven't posted. That's great news! Congratulations!!!!

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  14. Just A GirlDecember 26, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    Wow. God is GREAT! i'm so happy for you both.

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  15. AnaDecember 26, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    OMG, congratulations! That's so awesome!!!

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  16. ErikaDecember 26, 2011 at 10:44 AM

    WOW that is incredible!! SO happy for you...what a wonderful gift!

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  17. StefanieDecember 26, 2011 at 10:46 AM

    Oh my gosh!!!!!! Beyond happy for the two of you :) MerryChristmas!

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  18. Love Being A NonnyDecember 26, 2011 at 11:00 AM

    STILL can't get OVER this!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  19. Mrs. KeeDecember 26, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    Oh my goodness! What a blessing! Congratulations!

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  20. UnknownDecember 26, 2011 at 11:17 AM

    WOW.......this is great news!

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  21. LissaDecember 26, 2011 at 11:17 AM

    AMAZING!!!!

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  22. MimsiDecember 26, 2011 at 11:26 AM

    You guys! This is amazing! You and your growing family will be in my prayers :) Merry Christmas!

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  23. SarahDecember 26, 2011 at 11:31 AM

    PRAISE GOD! What a beautiful gift from God! He is so gracious to hear our hearts desires!!!

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  24. AnonymousDecember 26, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    This is seriously so amazing!! What an awesome Christmas present, I cannot think of two people who deserve this blessing more!

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  25. R~December 26, 2011 at 12:09 PM

    OH MY GOSH! WOW! WOW!!!! Oh, my hand went right to my chest and I squealed. I'm beyond happy for you.. what timing, what a gift, what a plan there truly is. I'm happy for you. WOWOW!

    Beautiful picture, too. Lovely.

    Bekah~

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  26. AnonymousDecember 26, 2011 at 12:15 PM

    OMG!!! What a surprise! Congrats :)

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  27. SusanDecember 26, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    I am new to your blog but I am so over the moon thrilled for you both... You could not have asked for a better present. Merry Christmas and an even better New Year to you both x

    Susan

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  28. AprilDecember 26, 2011 at 1:06 PM

    What an amazingly wonderful surprise! :) CONGRATS!! What a great Christmas Miracle!!

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  29. Olivia GraceDecember 26, 2011 at 1:21 PM

    I can not think of a better Christmas gift than this!!! Congratulations doesn't even sum it up!!! Praise God for this amazing blessing!!!

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  30. Sarah BrasherDecember 26, 2011 at 3:32 PM

    How gloriously wonderful!!!

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  31. AmberDecember 26, 2011 at 3:41 PM

    Ahhhhh! Congratulations!!!!

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  32. EmilyDecember 26, 2011 at 4:13 PM

    Yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay! God is so good, He had this planned all along!! Congrats, there is nothing like a baby!!

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  33. sarahDecember 26, 2011 at 5:15 PM

    oh my goodness!! yay!!! congratulations to you and matt.

    the lord delivers in his time... and i'd say it's the perfect time :) may you have a healthy pregnancy <3

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  34. ShellyDecember 26, 2011 at 5:44 PM

    So excited to hear the news!!! What a wonderful Christmas present.

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  35. AnonymousDecember 26, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    Wow! Congratulations :). I am also a silent reader but HAD to comment! When I first read it, I was thinking, this is a joke, right?

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  36. Hot Hot JJDecember 26, 2011 at 8:09 PM

    This is amazing news. Told my husband who doesn't read your blog but I told him about the failed adoption. We are both so happy for you!

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  37. LauraDecember 26, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    Congrats! I just logged on to check out a few things, and saw this post and literally told my whole family. I am so excited for you, you guys deserve this!

    Laura

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  38. UnknownDecember 26, 2011 at 9:00 PM

    My husband and I have been following your story for a while now. He came in the living room this morning to me yelling, "Guess what?! Matt and Kara are pregnant!!" Congratulations on such a wonderful Christmas present!

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  39. NicoleDecember 26, 2011 at 9:02 PM

    hey dear. so so happy for you. i can't wait to read back on your story. always love people with a heart for adoption.

    merry merry christmas
    xoxo

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  40. AnonymousDecember 26, 2011 at 9:27 PM

    That's so amazing! Congratulations to you both! ♥

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  41. AEKDecember 26, 2011 at 10:24 PM

    How exciting! Here's to a healthy happy pregnancy and baby!
    Angie

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  42. JennDecember 27, 2011 at 12:11 AM

    I have read your blog for a while, but this is my first time commenting. Huge congrats to you both!

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  43. KellyDecember 27, 2011 at 12:23 AM

    OH MY GOODNESS CONGRATULATIONS!!! I've been a Long time reader but rarely comment, but I felt the need to here. I'm so thrilled for you guys!!

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  44. The GarciasDecember 27, 2011 at 12:45 AM

    Are you freaking joking?! This is WONDERFUL!! Congratulations!!!!

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  45. bruce.cattoDecember 27, 2011 at 3:46 AM

    I am a long time reader but have never commented. My heart has grown with so much happiness for you guys! Peace and love from us (in Australia)for this festive season. What a magical Christmas! xx

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  46. bruce.cattoDecember 27, 2011 at 3:48 AM

    Last comment was from Kara.C. Its hubbys google account! Cheers

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  47. My Favorite PersonDecember 27, 2011 at 5:30 AM

    I just gasped and shivered all at once. I'm so happy for you two (for you three, really.)

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  48. AnonymousDecember 27, 2011 at 7:31 AM

    Congratulations to both of you! What exciting news! I can't wait to see all the crafty things you'll make for your little bean! I'm so happy for both of you (actually tearing up a little here!)

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  49. AliceHaroldDecember 27, 2011 at 8:33 AM

    Oh Kara I am so very very delighted for you both, this brought tears to my eyes!!! Congratulations!! Sending lots of english love xxx

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  50. AnonymousDecember 27, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    I just recently started reading your blog and I couldn't be more happy for you two!!! Congrats!!!!

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  51. Puppy Dog TalesDecember 27, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    Kara, I don't know if you remember me or not, we worked at camp together. I've been following you on here for a while now and have been praying for this very thing! So thrilled for you!! Seriously just over the moon happy!!

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  52. SaraDecember 27, 2011 at 11:04 AM

    This made me tear up, congratulations to you and Matt. I am so happy for you! :)

    -Sara-

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  53. DanielleDecember 27, 2011 at 12:38 PM

    O MY GOSH!!!! THAT'S SO INCREDIBLE!! I can't believe that!! There is a reason why things happen the way they do..Congratulations you two!!

    I'm so, so very happy for you two!!

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  54. MarkieDecember 27, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    You don't know me... but I've been following your story :) I'm so excited that God has blessed you with a baby!! How good He is. He knew what He was doing all along!
    Reading your blog is an inspiration.
    Thank you for sharing your life with all of us.

    Markie

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  55. The Life of BlightsDecember 27, 2011 at 2:05 PM

    Congratulations! That's incredible news:)

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  56. JeniDecember 27, 2011 at 2:53 PM

    Long time lurker coming out to say Congratulations! What an amazing Christmas gift :)

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  57. AnonymousDecember 27, 2011 at 4:24 PM

    Wow, God is so good! Congratulations, Mom and Dad. I'm tearing up as I'm writing this thinking of our great Lord and what he's been doing in your lives.

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  58. UnknownDecember 27, 2011 at 8:04 PM

    Congratulations!!

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  59. KaitDecember 27, 2011 at 8:10 PM

    I'm so happy!!!!!!!!!! So so happy for you! Congratulations!

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  60. JenniferDecember 27, 2011 at 9:02 PM

    I am a silent but avid reader of your blog...I am so thrilled for you two! My heart was broken when the adoption didn't work out, but this is such wonderful news! Congratulations!

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  61. RachelDecember 27, 2011 at 10:29 PM

    Also a silent reader here, who has happily followed your journey here. Congrats! This is awesome news!

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  62. AnonymousDecember 27, 2011 at 11:14 PM

    Okay, hands down this is the best Christmas blog post of all! Congrats you guys. I've only been following your story for a short time but this truly brought tears to my eyes ;)

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  63. stacyDecember 28, 2011 at 12:07 AM

    Silent reader too, great news!

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  64. Lynn ReadDecember 28, 2011 at 2:36 AM

    Such wonderful news! Congratulations!

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  65. Summer-RayeDecember 28, 2011 at 8:19 AM

    Oh Matt and Kara. You don't know me but I am over joyed for you!!! Our God is mighty and His plan is always the best plan! I am going through the adoption process and this gives me hope. I hope you don't mind me sharing this on my blog, its just too amazing not to share. What a blessing- MERRY CHRISTMAS!

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  66. JaeDecember 28, 2011 at 8:46 AM

    AMAZING! God had a plan all along for you two! I'm so happy for you, and I cannot wait to follow along with you on this new chapter! Congratulations and my prayers/love to you both this holiday!

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  67. SharonDecember 28, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    I normally just lurk and read, but I had to comment on this. I am so happy for you I could cry! God bless you and your family! A happy new year, indeed!

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  68. HeatherDecember 28, 2011 at 11:26 AM

    Congratulations!

    How awesome is that?!

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  69. FunnyGal KATDecember 28, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    What an awesome Christmas present for your family! I'm so happy for you. Congratulations!

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  70. Ana {Oh Simply Loving You!}December 28, 2011 at 3:10 PM

    What an awesome present! I read over and over... tears of joy for you, Kara! Congratulations :-)

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  71. HannahDecember 28, 2011 at 3:15 PM

    oh my god, congratulations! I hope the everything works great! So exciting, i cheer for you!

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  72. AnonymousDecember 28, 2011 at 3:47 PM

    I have been reading your page for a few weeks now and was all caught up in your story. When I decided to see what you were up to for the holidays, I get this wonderful bit of news! (I know blogs are meant for reading but it's so surreal when you start to care about and read into the lives of people you don't know!) As somone who had years of infertility and failed procedures and then a complete out of nowhere miracle pregnancy of my own, I recognize the look on your face! I felt it as soon as I saw the picture. Be healthy and happy, embrace it all and I can't wait to see what happens next. Namaste-Bebe

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  73. Caitlin at Healthy Tipping PointDecember 28, 2011 at 7:46 PM

    AHHHHHHH SO EXCITED

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  74. DianeDecember 28, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    This is so exciting!! I'm so happy for you! And, I'm excited to be pregnant at the same time as you! I'm 10 weeks along :) Merry Christmas!

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  75. MeganDecember 28, 2011 at 9:46 PM

    Ah I just bawled after reading this! I'm so unbelievably happy for the two of you! What great joy this will bring! Best of luck and Merry christmas!!

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  76. MeganDecember 28, 2011 at 10:14 PM

    I have been reading your blog for sometime now and never commented.....thought this was this post. CONGRATULATIONS!!!

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  77. AngelaDecember 28, 2011 at 11:47 PM

    AAAHHHHH! I freaked when I saw this! Wow, How good God is :) CONGRATS

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  78. The So-Called WifeDecember 29, 2011 at 2:24 AM

    Wow, coming from reading the inside details of your failed adoption to this wonderful news is amazing! God is so incredibly good, and I am already praying that you have a safe and healthy pregnancy and a safe and healthy (and very cute!) baby! Cherish the beautiful months you have ahead of you, and know that we are all looking forward to hearing more about your little one. :)

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  79. layersofmeaningDecember 29, 2011 at 8:02 AM

    I'm so happy for you! Congratulations!!!!

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  80. Melissa @ Growing Up GeekyDecember 29, 2011 at 9:28 AM

    Amazing! Congratulations!

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  81. NancyDecember 29, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    I'm going to try this again since my iPad is being weird.

    Congratulations!!! I wish you a happy and healthy 9 months. I'm very happy for you and Matt. :)

    - Just a lurker (blog reader) who has been reading your journey.

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  82. Fleur De MoiDecember 29, 2011 at 11:48 PM

    Congrats times 1,000!

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  83. KristiDecember 30, 2011 at 12:46 AM

    Another silent but faithful reader here saying WOOT WOOT!!! Blessing to you, Matt and your precious growing miracle inside YOU!!!!

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  84. AlenaDecember 30, 2011 at 6:53 AM

    Ohhh the best present anyone could pray for....Congratulations to you.....God Bless...:)

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  85. IngerDecember 30, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    I don't even know you but I am sitting here crying of joy!! Congratulations! God is good and faithful!! Lots of love from me to you and your family!

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  86. AmandaDecember 30, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    The most amazing news of the year! Thank you for sharing! We are soooo happy for you, and we don't even know you!

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  87. Mrs. HawesDecember 31, 2011 at 10:46 AM

    My heart leaps for joy as I rejoice with you! God works all things together for good to those who love Him and are called according to His purpose!!! Congratulations!!!

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  88. UnknownJanuary 7, 2012 at 12:44 AM

    I am so happy for you and Matt! God is good. He DOES work in mysteries ways.

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