I would argue that Maria's baby bump is *the cutest* growing thing on this side of the St. Croix river...although I might be biased. Maria is one of my dear dear friends that has made me laugh, been my walking partner, inspired me to knit, given me a snot rag when I cry too much and always always *always* been there for me through my life's roller coaster.

Maria is one of those people you meet in life and never ever want to let go of....I KNOW that my life has more smiles because she is a large part of it. She is due in July and couldn't be happier for Brent and Maria to welcome this new little bundle into the world......

Maria, I hope that you don't hate me for publically sharing this next photo but it CRACKS ME UP SOOOO MUCH! From the *most* hilarious expression on her face, you can (a) tell how much she feels like the baby needs to come out soon and (b) get some sense of just how funny Maria can be! This was one of those *slpit second* shots that I had to snap and save!! :)