Telling the girls

May 28, 2011 · Filed under Uncategorized

Over the past couple of months, I have vomited more times than I could keep up with and Neely, my 7 year old, has noticed. She began to become worried about her dear mom. I just told her it was because of the surgery, which in the beginning I thought was the truth. After we found out, I never struggled with whether to tell the girls so soon or not. I just could not fathom telling them this wonderful news of having another baby, only to let them down if we lost it. I would do the same I think for our adopted child. Until I knew it was going to happen, why build them up to possibly make them experience heartache if it didn’t. I knew I wanted to wait until at least 12 weeks, and a confident doctor visit before we told them.

The time came last Sunday at lunch. We were at Scholotzkys eating outside and Gabe began to tell them we had some big news to tell them He told them it was the biggest news, bigger than Disney World. Then he had me stand up and show them my growing belly and Neely immediately said “mommy, you’re having a baby!”. They both laughed and smiled and asked a million questions. It was such a fun time and a memory I will never forget. I will also make sure this baby knows how much his or her sisters wanted and prayed for him. Neely said she will not do any poopy diapers, but she will help with night duty if I need it:). Ansley Jane said she would take care of all the poopy diapers since Neely didn’t want to. She said if the baby poops on the wall she’ll clean it up too. Sounds like I’m set with helpers for now…hope it lasts:)

Neely said if it’s a girl, her name will be Danielle and if a boy, Daniel. Not sure where those names came from. Ansley Jane said her name will be Laura Grace. Not sure if its a boy. We shall see!