"13 weeks."  

That is what I was just told, so that is what is left.  And no, I did not ask, it was more of a declarative statement on Rachel's part.  Just so that I know.  Officially.  13 weeks.  We officially entered the countdown stage at week 15, Rachel having entered that mental stretch run to the final push.  In recognition of that transition, we decided a little photo session was our next step, so one morning Rachel prepared herself in her usual beautiful manner while I was in charge of deciding the location (behind the Evans Target for those keeping score).

Enjoy the following excerpts, which will be the first of three maternity sessions between now and delivery day.