A New Chapter Begins: We’re Expecting!
There are moments in life when joy arrives not with grand fanfare, but with a gentle whisper — a heartbeat on a screen, a tearful smile exchanged in quiet disbelief, a tiny flutter that changes everything. Today, Vanessa and I are beyond thrilled to share one of those life-altering moments with you.
We’re expecting a baby!
Yes, our little family is growing, and Baby Tiger Woods (our affectionate nickname for now) is already taking up so much space in our hearts. This isn’t just a pregnancy announcement — it’s a love letter to the life that’s unfolding before us, and to all the people who’ve walked with us on this journey so far.
The Moment We Found Out
It was an ordinary morning — the kind where the world feels just a little quieter than usual. Vanessa had a feeling, the kind only mothers seem to understand, and after a long pause in the bathroom and a few deep breaths, the test read positive.
I don’t think I’ll ever forget the look in her eyes when she came out — a mix of joy, disbelief, and the beginnings of a thousand dreams. We didn’t scream or jump up and down right away. We just sat with it, letting the reality wash over us in waves. And then came the laughter. And then, yes, the tears.
What This Means to Us
We’ve always dreamed of building a family, of filling a home with tiny footsteps, giggles, midnight feedings, and the kind of love that grows in places words can’t reach. To know that it’s now becoming real is both humbling and exhilarating.
For Vanessa, this has been a deeply emotional milestone — one filled with hopes, silent prayers, and quiet strength. Watching her already begin to nurture this new life has given me a deeper appreciation for everything she is. She’s going to be an incredible mother.
And for me, the idea of becoming a father is… surreal. The thought of holding our child, guiding them through this world, teaching them kindness, strength, and humor — it fills me with a sense of purpose I’ve never quite known before.
Baby “Tiger Woods”
Now, let’s talk about the nickname — yes, it started as a joke. Vanessa and I were watching an old golf documentary when the idea struck. “What if this little one grows up to swing like Tiger?” I laughed, and the name stuck. Whether our child becomes an athlete, an artist, a scientist, or anything in between, what matters most is that they grow up knowing they’re loved, supported, and free to chase whatever dream stirs their soul.
For now, Baby Tiger Woods is our nickname of joy — the name we whisper in morning greetings and nighttime prayers.
The Journey So Far
We’re just a few months in, and already everything feels different. Ultrasounds have become magical appointments where we hold hands tighter than ever. Every craving, every wave of nausea, every unexpected emotion is a reminder that a tiny miracle is unfolding inside.
We’ve started dreaming of nurseries, debating baby names, and making lists of bedtime stories we can’t wait to read out loud. We know that there will be sleepless nights, messy days, and moments of total chaos. And we welcome them.
Because every part of this journey — the hard, the beautiful, the unexpected — is a gift.
To Our Family and Friends
We want to thank you — our family, our chosen family, and our dearest friends — for walking with us. Your support, love, and encouragement have shaped our story. Some of you have been sounding boards, others have been shoulders to cry on, and many of you have prayed for this moment right along with us.
Your joy in our joy means more than we can say.
We’re excited to take you along on this new chapter — whether it’s helping pick out baby books, sharing name ideas, or simply reminding us to sleep while we still can!
A Note to Our Baby
And now, a little note to the tiny one growing inside Vanessa —
You’re not here yet, but you’ve already changed everything.
We talk to you every night.
We dream of your little laugh, your curious eyes, your first steps and first words.
You are not just a dream anymore. You are real.
And you are so, so loved.
Whatever path you walk in this world, know this:
Your parents are here — always.
Cheering for you. Protecting you. Loving you.
Looking Ahead
We don’t know what the future holds exactly. No one does. But what we do know is this — we’re ready to embrace it with open arms.
We’ll learn as we go. We’ll make mistakes. We’ll lean on each other.
And most of all, we’ll give this child a home filled with laughter, love, and music — lots of music.
So here’s to the next chapter — the lullabies, the late nights, the tiny socks, the firsts, the fears, the milestones.
Here’s to growing a family.
Here’s to Baby Tiger Woods — the light of our lives already.
Thank you for sharing in our joy.
The best is yet to come. 💕👶
