Before the 10 months of baby growing is completed I feel compelled to honor my uterus on this baby blog. If it weren't for this beautiful (and amazing) organ this blog would never have come to exist!
Many of you may (or may not) know about the surgery I had last fall and the extreme trauma that was forced upon my uterus to remove six massive tumors. My uterus and I formed a very special relationship over that ordeal and despite being told I would most likely have a very difficult time conceiving (if at all) my SUPER UTE (as I have lovingly come to call it :)) came through not only the surgery but a painstaking recovery and now more then 7 months of baby growing. The power of a body's resilience leaves me speechless!
My family had previously named my uterus Scar Ute (thank you brothers! :)) but from here forward the amazing organ only deserves the utmost respect. I'm chalking up this incredible journey to lots of long pep talks and an incredible thing called Piciulo genes. For those of you who know the Piciulo line of women from whom I have descended you KNOW that I only speak the truth.
So I raise my glass (of apple cider of course!) to my wonderful uterus and all it has done over the last year. My words of thanks can't truly express my deepest gratitude!
Well...not for Mommy, but Daddy sure did enjoy them! The North Carolina State Fair was in town so we wanted to introduce you to all the noise, flashing lights, and favorite foods we wait for all year :).
Dear Sweet Pea,
ening. 
Never before has Baby Leonardo (and Mommy) been surrounded by so much love and so many amazing women all in one space at one time!
Thank you also to all who traveled from near and far. Your love, friendship, encouragement, and support throughout my entire life has led me through so many amazing life adventures and this next step was not complete without sharing the excitement with you all!
With the amazing gifts we received Mommy and Daddy are ready more now then ever for the arrival of our little Sweet Pea. Thank you once again to everyone for all of your advice, support and LOVE!
PUMPKINS GALORE!! It's that time of year! And I am one of the lucky few to have my own personal "pumpkin" right here with me for the season! :) 
In case it isn't obvious by Mommy's euphoria every time we are outside, welcome to her most FAVORITE time of year! Cool, crisp nights and beautiful sunny days...and although you can't see it yet, I'll describe all of the gorgeous colors for you and can't wait to show you everything this time next year.
here is no more beautiful place on this earth then our wonderful 4th Lake and Adirondack Mountains...Mommy and Daddy feel like we're in heaven when we're there. And it was our first chance to get cozy by a fire (thanks Grandpa!).
We loved the boat rides on the lake and getting to see Uncle Pauly and Aunt Diane too!!
We love you more then anything little one!!!
Cousin Jennifer (aka Martha Stewart! :) came to visit Baby Leonardo and taught Mommy and Baby how to bake a real apple pie from scratch. Gotta love early mornings at the Farmer's Market for those perfect apples too! And of course we had to throw in some butter flavored Crisco for the best chocolate chip cookies EVER created! Cousin Jennifer should come and stay with us more often!! Lots of love and full tummies for a very wonderful weekend!!
