Wednesday, June 29, 2011

The best Christmas ever


We are having a baby! More specifically, we are having a baby boy. He'll probably look like some combination of little me (left) and little Soren (right) when he arrives around Christmas. I've spent the last three months worrying, napping and eating lots of snacks. And transitioning to stretchy-waist pants, of course. No belly photo to share yet - I pretty much just look like I've spent the spring enjoying too much beer. Not cute at all.

It has taken a while for us to get to this point and Soren and I feel very grateful that we finally get to be parents. One of the most difficult things for me as we worked to start a family was trying not to be painfully, bitterly jealous of other women/moms. That's the ugly truth. Long story short: I am keenly aware that just because I'm expecting doesn't mean you are or that you particularly care a lot about it. So I promise that while I will occasionally share some baby news here with you, I'll keep my focus on Jean Jean Vintage. So please don't run for the hills.

31 comments:

Zohar said...

That's wonderful news Duff! Congrats to you and hubby - I wish you a healthy and calm pregnancy! What a big adventure you're going to have.

Elizabeth said...

Brilliant news! Lets hope all goes well over next six months.Mine are grown-ups now, and I really miss them...

Vintage Maison said...

Congratulations! That's lovely - ooh! I wish I were young enough to have another baby - just love them! Mine are grown up now (well nearly 15 and 18) so I guess I will have to wait until I become a granny.

And advice? Just enjoy every blooming moment of being pregnant, do what your body tells you to do ie sleep lots, take gentle excercise and eat well.

Carol x

oh, albatross said...

duff! that's fantastic news. so excited and happy for you. congratulations and very, very best wishes! xoxox

Wild Tea Party said...

Awh a boy! That's marvelous.

Amy said...

Hooray! At long last :) So happy for you and Soren and so happy to have you back soon too!

Eartha Kitsch said...

Congratulations! And this is a wonderful blessing...you should share as much as you want!

Robin @ Red Line Vintage said...

Dufffffff! This news totally made my morning. I could not be happier for you!!!

Jessica / Lola Vintage said...

Many congrats on your special news! A little boy is a joy! I definitely don't mind if you share more, I think it's worth celebrating! :)

abigail said...

cute!! AND Congrats! We became parents last october and it really is amazing to go from being head over heels in love with your husband to then watching each other fall head over heels in love with your child!

I remember the stage you are in now, my mom told me I looked like a college freshman who was partying too much, thanks mom!!!

congrats again!

~abigail
aka @graydayshop
aka: http://tiptoethrough.blogspot.com/

Karen/Small Earth Vintage said...

That *is* big news! I'm so happy for you and Soren, Duff. Congratulations!

Miss Moss said...

huge huge congratulations to you both! xxx

No Carnations said...

Soooo exciting! Congrats dear Duff, thanks so much for sharing with us. I am grinning from ear to ear for you :)

Meg said...

Congratulations!!!! So thrilled for you!

Katie said...

congratulations! very happy news!

JohannaVintage said...

Congrats. Becoming a parent is one of the most amazing experiences you'll ever have.

Anonymous said...

Aww, congrats! Will there be a sudden surge of tiny baby rings and sterling silver baby vintage rattles, teethers and cups (which I collect)? I'm excited for you. Being a mom is the best part of my day!

rebekah said...

hello...
aw, hug.
:)

Verseau Vintage said...

Aw, this is wonderful news. Congratulations to you and Soren!

Anonymous said...

Such wonderful news Duff! Congratulations and best wishes to you, Soren and the little bub.

Kevin Healy MD said...

You will love having a boy. Ours were so much fun (but then you knew that).

Liane said...

Congratulations, Duff! Happy news!

Irene :: { Heirloom Attire } :: said...

Congratulations! That's such wonderful news! And feel free to share about baby stuff - I'm sure it'll be just as enjoyable to read as jewelry stuff!

Francesca _Syrah said...

Wow! That's wonderful!!
i'm expecting a baby boy too, for the end of september.
A big big kiss from Italy :-)

Aimée - Vint Condition said...

My love to you Duff! This is such wonderful news. You can share as much news as you like. We love this blog and your shop for more than just your amazing finds, we love it because you're such a caring and genuine person.

Maria Casteel said...

hurray, hurray, hurray!! i second what aimee said. please share! :)

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EllenTenTen said...

Wow- Congratulations!! :) And thank you for you thoughtful consideration. It's really nice to read such thoughts and truthfulness about your own life and feelings.

Capricious Traveler said...

I would love to hear about your baby news! You are going to look darling with a baby bump, too! Congrats Duff, very exciting!

Petites Merveilles said...

Congratulations! That's wonderful news! Hope you'll keep sharing baby news with us.

Sam said...

What wonderful news! So excited and happy for you. I, personally, would love to hear as much as you want to share about your pregnancy and baby!

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