Sharing the news with our parents..

I called my mom as soon as I left David's work...I could not wait to share this with her. I thought a while about how I wanted to do it..should I send a pic of the test or just call? I decided to call in the event she was driving, saw the pic and fainted.. just kidding. I knew my mom would be so happy for us but Im her little girl..she will always see me as 10 years old no matter what...same goes for my Dad. I dont think they realize how old they really are. :) Once I got in touch with my mom I think her response was something like
Mom: "no way", "are you serious"
Me: "yes, were pregnant!"
Mom: "oh my gosh, congratulations"..a few moments later.."you know what that means..no more alcohol"

Then I think once it sank in she was calling me making sure I knew I had to see a doctor...and to tell me she was going to a maternity store to shop already! score!

We waited to tell David's parents the next morning because there was family in town and we were really trying to keep in quiet until I saw a doctor. So this is how David gave them the news..
D: " you guys have to stop smoking"..his mom smiles really big at me.."yep, kara's pregant"
Parents: his mom hugs and kisses me and was so excited...she said she was so excited she was going to burst because she had to go inside and appear as if nothing was said. torture. haha..
Stats so far:
As of today I'm going into my 5th week & I weigh 123 lbs. Baby L is the size of a poppy seed and is currently developing the circulatory system and heart <3

P O S I T I V E!!!!

So, heres the scoop..once I got home from Ohio David and I spent the following 2 days working on the house...and things just started feeling different. That week I started taking a few different vitamins plus the prenatal I was already taking so when the nausea set in I kept telling him "I think those vitamins are making me feel really bad." I'd sit down, drink lots of fluid and try hard to complain. :) By late Thursday afternoon the symptoms persisted, I felt nauseous, at times had excessive saliva (& no I wasnt on my way to Andernettos lol) I called my sister and she said to get a test first thing in the morning but I was thinking in the past 6 months the couple I did take were always negative so Im sure Im fine. Well by Friday afternoon my intuition took over! I was en route to a dinner party at my sisters and the voice was stronger and said just go to CVS, get a test...and why not just take one before I engage in any "adult" drinks later..hehe..
Once the test read positive I was shocked, over-joyed, scared and relived all in a matter of moments. So here was the kicker-my husband didnt know yet! ahh..and he was at work. I couldnt wait until that night so I drove to his work, told him the news and he was so happy. It was an expression on his face I dont think Ive ever seen.

I know we are going to make a great team as parents. I cant wait to see this side of my husband Ive never seen or known. <3 He is already referring to "baby" and acting like he can feel something there...soon enough though!

I feel so lucky and blessed with our news..I cannot wait to make the doctors appt. Monday and hear a heartbeat! Im already in love..

and its already May?!

A weekend in Ohio, a funeral, a birthday, Easter and a spring break...

-after an unsettling and heartbreaking call from my mom I went home April 7th to visit my very ill grandmother in Ohio. Funerals bring about every uncomfortable bone in my body (as I am sure it does for most people)

-on April 14th my grandmother passed away, just shy of her 80th Birthday.

-April 29th I celebrated with my sister to kick off her 40th birthday week. We had a blast..but that inevitable when were together. I always have the most fun with my sisters..I wish there were more time in a day/week/month/year!! We started the night at Manna and then headed out in Wrightsville beach.

-Since David was working on Easter I spent time with my sister and her family. We had shrimp tacos, salsa/chips and a martini (s). It was delish!!

-For spring break I went back to Ohio..only after my first flight was canceled and my return was 2 hours late. I have vowed I will never fly to Ohio again, driving from here on out. The actual time spent there was GREAT! I am so gracious to have such a wonderful mom and step-dad. We had such a good time hanging out downtown Columbus, sipping an afternoon drink, eating everything in sight and gossiping over work troubles! lol. I love that my parents can "hang" I can talk to them about anything, they give the best advice and are fun to be around. I also had time to meet up with my friends for dinner and drinks which was well overdue. I miss my friends so much in Ohio. No one knows you like old friends..

So needless to say it was a whirlwind April..it came and went in the blink of an eye! So ready for May to do the same! Just a few short weeks of school left and then my summer will be here! :)

Forgot how much I missed blogging..

This picture was taken on Sunday, these pups <3 the beach!

I cant believe it has been almost a year since I last logged in! WOW! Where does the time go? I decided to pick back up blogging since Im getting burnt out on facebook. I love how blogging can keep near & far friends and family up to date in the simplest form! So to fast forward from the last time I blogged David and I celebrated our 1 year wedding anniversary in December. We spent five days in Montego Bay, Jamiaca which was a perfect end to 2010. We spent most of our time beach side sipping pina coladas but we did venture out one afternoon for a round of golf and a dolphin swim! The round of golf was a bit frustrating because I had not picked up a club in months. However, David did quite well and was really stoked to have his personal caddy. But the best part for me was interacting with the dolphins! They are such peaceful creatures I just love, love, love being that close with such a beautiful animal. All in all we had a blast, it was our first "lazy" type of vacation together. Most of our travels our booked around waves and surf breaks so it was def a nice change!

We spent the holidays with my family in Ohio. While we tried to relax and enjoy everything the holidays have to offer we could not stop thinking about our house. Our loan process took a VERY long 4 months to close on. So needless to say when we closed (December) we were more than ready to start. The only problem- it was cold and January. So the holidays rushed passed us and January brought snow, snow and more snow. Thankfully, once the skies cleared and the weather subdued before we knew it the foundation was finished we were on to framing speedy quick!

So here we are..the house is coming right along...we are looking at a move in date of the summer. But no one ca really predict weather, lazy workers etc. As the house appears larger and more "real" we are both getting a little nervous but are ready to finally have a place to call our home.

the house is almost complete! ha-not quite, but I was HAPPY when all the lumber actually began to resemble our home. :)

I made this tonight and I must say it was delicious!! Stuffed peppers are a recipe that always remind me of my mom because it was one of the ten recipes she rotated growing up! haha-sorry mom.

Here is the recipe:
-4 bell peppers
-1lb. lean ground beef
-1/2 c. onion
-garlic
-sprinkle of cumin & oregano
-1 large tomato
-salt & pepper
-splash of hot sauce
-1/2 ketchup
-tsp. Worcestershire
-2 cups of brown rice


First add onion & garlic over medium heat with a little EVOO. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. While onion & garlic and heating up cook rice(follow box directions). After onions have cooked for 5 mins add meat, tomato, s&p, oregano and cumin. Once meat mixture is complete, drain meat. Cut tops of peppers and coat with EVOO and pinches of salt. Then mix ketchup, Worcestershire and hot sauce together in a separate bowl. Combine meat mixture and rice, begin filling peppers and top with sauce. Cook for 40mins-in the last 5mins you can add cheese. VERY YUMMY, low fat and low carb!

Mr. & Mrs. Longo

We did it! At sunset in Puerto Rico on December 21, 2009 we finalized the deal! :) I had waited for this moment my whole life and it was well.. perfect! Having a destination wedding was just what we wanted and it fitted us perfectly. We were so grateful to have our closest family in attendance. Many people have asked " Hows married life?" and to be honest we are the same people we were before hand so its much like it was except with a deeper bond...I guess is the best way to put it. We still very much enjoy our free time with friends if not, having a quiet evening at home. We are both eager to see what the future holds for us...