"The roles in life that give me the greatest joy are the ones of husband and father. I am thankful beyond words that God has blessed us with another baby," the Governor said.
"It makes this Mother's Day even more special," Mrs. Beasley said. "The children are excited about another little brother or sister. We're praying for a healthy pregnancy and a safe delivery, and we deeply appreciate all the expressions of joy, praise and congratulations that we're already receiving."
The Governorís Mansion phone began ringing this morning as word leaked out about Mrs. Beasleyís pregnancy. The Beasleys told their three children last night and spent much of the evening on the phone trying to let family members know before it hit the news media.
The Beasleys have two girls and a boy: 7-year-old Mary Hunter, Sarah Catherine, who turns six on Saturday, and David Jr. , who is four.
A major part of Mrs. Beasley's agenda is the First Ladyís Campaign for Women's Health, which encourages women to be physically active. Part of that campaign includes proper health care before and during pregnancy.
The Beasleys asked South Carolinians to be keeping them and the baby in their prayers, and they committed to pray this year for healthy pregnancies for all women who are expecting.