In case her cravings for Cold Stone & Creamery, Golden Spoon, or Ben & Jerry’s didn’t give it away, she’s pregnant, kids.  Yep, it’s true, my sister Beth and her adoring husband, Greg are having baby number 2.  It seems like only yesterday that they had the ever precious Delaney and now Beth Anne is just a little over a week before her due date!   Wahoooo!  Aunt Maggie & Uncle Ari we become!  This little piece of joy will be niece or nephew number 12 for us!  Any guesses?  Boy or girl, internet?  Anyone?…  Anyone?…  Bueller?…  Bueller?

I have a big family, in case the number of nieces and nephews didn’t give it away, folks, and I LOVE it!  While visiting my family in California in March, I begged Beth to let me take a few pictures of her adorable little belly.  She wasn’t totally thrilled with the idea, but she indulged me and let me take a couple shots and was gracious enough to let me share them with you.  I hope you enjoy her little baby bump as much as I know we’re going to enjoy the little bundle inside.  And, because I know she’s going to be an amazing mother all over again, I’ve posted a picture of her greeting Delaney after being away from her for the weekend.  To me, her expression encompasses all that she is and all the joy she experiences being a mother.  The visible love and genuine happiness she finds in motherhood is awe-inspiring and she simply glows.  What can I say?  She’s one extraordinary mother. 

We can’t wait to meet you baby Alix!!