posted on November 12, 2004 12:51:18 PM new
I know you've said your DIL is pregnant, wondering how far along she is, and how she is doing, AND how are you doing, thinking about being a grandma?
I gotta tell ya, my daughter is so big, the maternity clothes are barely fitting! She isn't fat anywhere but her belly! She is due Jan 30! So she's 6 1/2 MONTHS pregnant, damn, she looks like she is ready to go any day!
Otherwise, she is still working, she works in a bank, they bought a new Tahoe, because they are SURE they are having more after this one (yeah they say that NOW LOL)
She is tired a lot, but her bday is coming up, and her shower is coming up, and she is looking forward to those, but otherwise she can get real cranky a lot, and I don't like being round her when those hormones kick in!
Me, I'm losing my mind, we're going broke buying stuff for this child, who's name is:
Lily Ann (one L ) I've secretly changed the name to Emily LOL! And I really feel strange becoming a GRANDMA, but its inevitable now!
She would have to have her bday, shower, Thanksgiving, AND Christmas all near the due date!!! I think I've lost it now, knowing all that!
posted on November 12, 2004 12:53:44 PM new
..........another thing! Is it just me, or are we having another 'baby boom'. All I see are young pregnant women everywhere I go! What is with that?
posted on November 12, 2004 03:46:49 PM new
NTS, Lily Ann is a nice name. So is Emily though. (Thats real popular now, isnt it?) I think its always hard to have a birth right after the Holidays. As you mentioned everyone is tapped out from the all the prior activities ......
I doubt Linda will post about her DIL again, because some here use whatever she says personal-wise in a obnoxious attempt to win an argument over politics with her.
posted on November 12, 2004 07:46:25 PM new
Hi NearTheSea - We're all doing well, thanks for asking.
I'm so happy for you and Mike...well...for all of you. Baby's are so wonderful. Lily Ann is a pretty name and I like Emily too. And no one in the world will ever believe you're a Grandma....too young and way to beautiful.
I was 40 years old when my first Granddaughter was born. And everywhere I went they thought she was mine. But we did have the same hair and eye coloring and she did look so much like my son and I. Now, trust me...there's no mistaken...I'm a grandma.
My DIL is due almost the same time your D is due. But they'll be scheduling a C-Section for her as the date draws nearer - so we have no 'expected date' at this time. This will be my third granddaughter, so I'm an old hat at it. And not having had girls myself...I spoil them to death. Oldest GD is 15 1/2, next is 2 1/2 and now this one is a girl too.
My DIL is kind of a quiet person and rarely complains, plus I'm only around here once a week. But my son says her hormones are raging...so maybe he sees another side of her that I don't. But I too remember with my second pregnancy - I so much wanted the baby but really didn't want to go through the whole process again - just give me the baby .
My first one I enjoyed every minute of. I've try to encourage him to 'go with the flow' and have tried to explained, from the pregnant woman's point of view, all the changes she goes through and her body goes through so quickly when she's pregnant, it's all very normal. Every first time mom's different, some need more reassurance than others I believe. So recommended I he give her LOTS. He's a very patient man anyway...like his father was and not too much upsets him. He 'goes with the flow' very well.
I've been having a ball getting ready for Christmas. I think I'm re-living my third childhood with my two year old GD. I did the same thing when my first GD was young. She's so much fun and they come down almost every Sunday so I can play with her for the day. My husbands parents, my son and his family and I always go out for a nice Sunday breakfast and visit...and then my son and his family and I [if the weather permits] to the park so she can enjoy the swings etc....then home for our visit. I so look forward to their coming down. It's brought me so much joy. She loves coming out to 'gamma's' house to see the horses and the cows. And she loves chasing the little scottie/terrier mix dog that recently adopted me around the house. Plus my son's a tremendous help in doing some things around here that I just can't do. His father would be proud of him, I know.
Just remember...as all you face approaches....all you're *required* to do is 'breathe'. [easier said that done, I know] Anything you do beyond that is a choice. Enjoy each and every one of these memory making moments....for they pass all to quickly.
posted on November 12, 2004 08:36:16 PM new
Here....NTS....something to make you feel better ...or laugh at and appreciate the fact you're not the pregnant one. lol
And on the 'EVERYONE looks pregnant'....I think that's natural...when we're pregnant or someone very close to us is...then we subconsciously notice all the pregnant ones more.
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Hey bunni - If you happen upon this thread....how's your little nephew doing? He's about a year old now isn't he? Fill us in on how he's doing please.
posted on November 13, 2004 06:56:17 AM new
Sorry bunni - I did think it was you sharing about a newborn when someone else was talking about babies. I even remember congratulating you on being an Aunt. This is weird. But, I apologize if I was wrong.
posted on November 13, 2004 07:15:18 AM new
Just where do you get the idea that I excluded anyone helen? No one is excluded from any thread....even if they have nothing to contribute...just like you and cf have done here.
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posted on November 14, 2004 06:01:12 AM new
Linda, what did I tell you(NTS)? How many threads can you count where the cf hasalready ecstatically been typing in"Linda's D-I-L...?" She's learned a new acronym from a 'chat room' - and you know how children do get so excited when they learn something new! Glad to see that you dont let it deter you from enjoying your time on this board
lol!!! (Some people are as predictable as the morning sun coming up, arent they?!)
posted on November 14, 2004 04:38:49 PM new
Yep, neroter, you hit the nail on the head.
Can always count on cf being very obnoxious and spiteful. It's really sad to me that anyone can be *that* miserable, day in and day out...and act so hateful towards others.
I've put her/him on permanent ignore and doing so has made my reading the posts so much more enjoyable. It's almost like she's not really here. Takes me back to the days before we had to endure her hatred, anger and harassment.
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Just so you know....NTS doesn't normally post on weekends....she maybe be back later tonight or sometime this week. She's a real sweetheart, imo, and I would never let anyone's offensive behavior keep me from responding.
posted on November 14, 2004 08:08:35 PM new
wow, didn't expect all this. I was asking Linda about her grandchild, as I am going to be a grandma.. things sure get weird!
I'm here now, nervously typing, nothing to do but wait for Matt to call, Liz has problems, she's bleeding, called her dr, he told her to go straight to the Birthing Center. Luckily we just got back. I just wonder if she could go into labor? at 7 months? sh*t.
We'll probably have to go up to the hospital tonight, unfortunatly, but HOPE NOT, meaning everything is ok..
posted on November 14, 2004 08:29:59 PM new
Oh NearTheSea - I'm so sorry to hear that....and I 'ditto' what yellowstone said. Try not to over worry [easily said huh?]...there are lots of women who start bleeding and everything ends up well. She might just require bed rest for the remainder of her term. You said she was so huge...you sure it's not twins?
I've lit a candle and set emails to a prayer list I'm on....asking for their support... and will be thinking of all of you as you face this unexpected stress and worry. Please let us know as you are able. Hang in there....be strong. {{{NTS}}}
posted on November 14, 2004 08:59:56 PM new
Thanks yellowstone, and Linda!
Well, still haven't heard yet, she or rather he wasn't going to call until the dr got there and had her examined. I think its just one, but I've heard of 'unexpected' twins! and the due date may be way off, I told you she was huge... I'm thinking its
too much doing stuff, and she'll probably take maternity leave early, like now.
posted on November 14, 2004 10:11:48 PM new
Hi NTS! I just now logged on here. Sorry to read you are stressing. I am sending good vibes for you and your family. It does sound like the due date may be way off as you said. Maybe try not to get yourself too overworked and nervous about it, a good doctor will watch and make sure nothing happens. I bet she will be fine and you will be a smiling grandma in the months ahead!
posted on November 15, 2004 06:00:44 AM new
Hey Nero! its early here almost 6 am,couldn't sleep well at all. Kept having dreams about Elizabeth.
I DO know that she stayed over in the hospital and they both said not to come that it was ok. She had started having contractions and they stopped them. We'll go there or their house today.
I have a feeling her due date is wrong, but then they have all these ultra sounds, I wouldn't think they could get it wrong with those. I never had one US when I was pregnant, the nearest one back then was 100 miles north of us!
We'll see, she's in a really good hospital, has a great dr, I'm sure everything will be ok, even if its an early birth! (hey! I'M not ready! )
posted on November 16, 2004 05:19:53 PM new
Keep us posted, NTS. Best wishes to you and yours.
I remember how thrilled I was when my daughters and granddaughter were born. Now I'm just thankful that I'm not chased through the streets by an angry mob with torches for bringing them into the world.
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The Democrats were rejected by a majority of Americans
posted on November 17, 2004 09:52:57 AM new
Well! that night a few nights back now, she was in the hospital overnight with contractions of which they gave her something to stop them, they were coming
2 minutes apart, the first didn't stop, they
tried again, and they finally stopped.
She is on bedrest now
Parklane!!! LOLOL! And you know what,
when I read that, we just watched Van Helsing last night, that was the first scene, the villagers all carrying torches down the street!
Bedrest for Elizabeth=running around in
her new SUV. Can I tell her anything? oh hell no! This is going to be something
waiting for this child to be born!
posted on November 17, 2004 12:06:14 PM new
So glad to hear the update, NearTheSea, thank you. It's great they were able to stop the contractions this time.
If she's not following doctors orders of bedrest please remind her of all the problems a premature baby might have to do though and problems they can have when not closer to fullterm - like under developed lungs, etc. Maybe that will convince her to stay in bed for the baby's well being????
[breathing a sign of relief here now though - hang in there Granny ]
I think I've lost it now, knowing all that!
