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I've been planning my death tomorrow, all day today. I am in contact with services and they had made me promise not to do anything over xmas as it would fuck up my children and ruin christmas for them forever. My brain has decided that tomorrow would be OK as its not christmas any more. I don't want to contact the crisis team again. I don't want to make myself look even more of a needy idiot than I have been doing over the last few weeks. I hate being like this. Its so far removed from the well me that sometimes I don't even recognise the person I've become or the way that I'm behaving.
I have made plans. I've even worked out what I will write to my other half and what I will write to the children. This isn't good. I know that it will fuck them up whether or not its christmas, so why am I doing this? Why do I feel like there's no way out. I'm so tired of the whole fucking thing.
Today has been a better day as its been a more sensible day. Much more sensible. Didn't have to rush to get up. Took some quetiapine with my lamotrigine in the morning, so didn't get fraught. Took some diazepam before going out to meet a friend for lunch. (yay for making it out of the house and not going to the station). Took some more diazepam when out which kept me calm and then took some quetiapine when I got home. Ok, so its involved taking pretty much everything I'm prescribed, but the net result is no desire to jump under trains, so I guess thats a win.
Lessons learned today: Take stuff before I get fraught = day not spent thinking about trains. Minor fleeting thoughts of self harm, but nothing to be worried about. Don't take stuff before I get fraught = trips to the station in the freezing cold.
So onto the weekend. There aren't words to describe how little I want to spend time with my family at the moment. I really can't manage with the children and then I get mother guilt for actively avoiding them if I can. There's just no connection there and I just get annoyed. I'm doing a passable impression of caring. That will have to do for now.
Woah, that was weird. Typed about being OK and then had a minor anxiety attack. Fuck you mental health. Taken the last of today's diazepam. In your face you sneaky anxiety.
It does sound like a better day overall. If you need a bit of time away from the family over the weekend, hopefully they will understand and take themselves off for a while, or let you go out somewhere safe for a bit.
How are you today?
I really can't go into it or I will cry. Just absolutely at the end of my rope and I can't even find the words, which for me is a first.
Sorry to hear Funnymum. It isn't necessary to explain. Take care of yourself overnight.
I am counting down the hours until this weekend is over. We've done stuff with the DCs. The CT were meant to have been calling my moby this weekend but haven't heard a peep. I have no concentration whatsoever, have no tolerance whatsoever and I just wish the whole family would disappear. Dreadful, dreadful anxiety. Short of drugging myself even more I am running out of options.
Hello, I am just checking in a bit earlier, may be back online later tonight but not sure.
I empathize with the dreadful anxiety. If there's anything you can find to comfort yourself in the thick of it, hold on to that - whether it's solitude, or deep breathing, or crying, or chocolate, or a hug from one of the DCs or telling them you feel like screaming as you aren't feeling well - whatever works. I've had to try different things at different times.
Sorry the CT haven't called too. Will check in tomorrow night if not before, I hope you can get through this.
I've really tried this weekend. Took the DCs out on their bikes, played dolls house - making every doll go to the loo and wash it's hands was a half hour of my life I'm not going to get back. I've made play-doh bugs, teddies and god knows what else.
I just don't have one jot of concentration. Can't MN or FB. I just can't read it. Crosswords, no. reading no, watching tv no. I just can't do anything. Just want to crawl off somewhere alone and once the DCs are in bed thats exactly what I'm going to do.
I hope you're OK, it's mind numbing at the best of times playing with small children (I hate it).
Have you taken your medication?
Hope you're OK. I think you're doing so well to keep going when it's not what you want to do.
Please keep posting we're all here for you.
Funnymum, just checked in to see if you were around.
I'm ok. Was detained under a 136 yesterday. Finally agreed to take a month off work today and my boss called so I told him so no going back yet. I accept that it's not feasible for me to do my job in my current state, but am quite upset about it and stressed about our finances and what it might mean for my in the future. I'm also gutted at missing my scheduled professional exams, but as the psych rightly pointed out, how can I expect to pass when I can't even read a whole chapter of a book.
To be honest, had my boss not called when he did I may have chickened out and gone back tomorrow. in terms of my health, it's a good thing.
Hi funnymum, it is good to hear from you. I know I'm not in your shoes, and our lives are different but - I started off by having a week off, which turned in to a month, which turned into four months. I felt exactly the same as you at the beginning, and kept up working as a court lawyer even whilst in great distress. In the end, it was one of the best things that happened to me as it gave me some time for me and I started to get myself back and feel more in control (even though quite a lot of things went wrong during the time off sick, such as a breakdown of therapy, having to move house with my young child urgently, financial troubles). I hope you might have the same experience, you will be able to pick up your career after the month or longer if that's what's needed. I will be back online later tonight if you want to check in again, sure others will too. I don't always post this much on mental health but really feel for you, all you've been going through and sound a bit like me trying to keep going with work! Hope you can do something nice for yourself, you deserve to feel better.
I think it's for the best, I know finances are a worry but you need to get better first. That is your priority now.
Hope you're OK x
Heading off to bed here, but just checking in to say hope you have got through the day.
Oh I am in just such an unreal place. I have no idea which way is up at the moment, but am managing to just about hold it together. I was OK this morning, I think. I'm on so many extra drugs at the moment, but as soon as they wear off it all goes wrong again and I'm not doing a very good job at keeping it even. I thought it would be better being off work, but I don't know whether it is or not.
This afternoon I was back to wanting to jump under trains again. It was just this never ending voice in my head saying that was the way out, but I know if I go near the station again I'll just end up being picked up by the police again and then what so there's no point. And the anxiety, the crippling anxiety and dark mood and thoughts and feeling out of control. I have no idea what to do when I get in that state as it all so scary feeling that way. I don't feel safe in my own skin and I don't know what's the best way to deal with it.
I'm still so disconnected. DD won't let me read her her bedtime story. She's chewing stuff and mum says that both children have been clingy and upset and its me who's putting them through this.
I am exhausted feeling like this. I'm exhausted. I'm exhausted. I'm exhausted keeping myself safe. I'm just exhausted at the whole thing.
I'm waiting for the regular meds I take at night to kick in. I want just a few more hours where I feel OK. Its like I'll be feeling OK then it will just flick to not OK so quickly. I don't seem to have any control over my mood at all.
I keep waking up early and then struggling to get back to sleep and then not being able to wake up. It was a real struggle to get myself up and out of bed this morning and I need to keep doing it as if I give up on that its like one more thing that I can't do.
I just want to feel better. Why am I not feeling better? I'm taking everything prescribed. I am getting out, I am trying. Why do I still feel like I want to end it all and my head is coming up with other ways to do it as each way I've thought about is closed off to me.
I'm scared. Very scared at feeling so out of control.
Hi funnymum, I wish I could find the gift words of comfort or you, the only words I can find don't seem to hit the spot but I just want to say that you are keeping going and that is the hardest thing of all. We are all here for you. Please keep posting.
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It sounds at least positive that meds help you for a while. Maybe tehre is one that could help you all the time.
When I had my major mixed state I did not get any peace. Nothing worked. Tried over 40 meds. Once doctor injected something into me and said that I shoud feel better. I did not notice anything. Luckily i got better three years later .
I guess sometimes you just have to wait it to go away. Maybe you could stop stressing about it. Just take your time and rest. Do you get any help in from of coucelling or discussing about your problems?
Funnymum, good morning. The main thing I think is not to give up. I have lost people through suicide but that is the end. I do think you will feel better but it may take more time, I know it is so hard when you are so exhausted but try to be patient. I am not religious but sometimes it can help to ask the universe (or God if you are religious) for a little bit of help. I am not a great believer in medication myself, though do take some and in the past did need tranquillizers and sleeping pills to get any rest. I promise, it does get better. Try not to feel guilty about the children too, of course they will pick up on your mood and probably sense that you are suicidal too, if you can offer them any reassurance that is great, but, if not, then the best you can do is what you are doing. It is your choice to kill yourself, but once again just want to say I hope you won't. Is it the exhaustion and frustration with the medication not working driving these thoughts at the moment, or is there anything else putting those thoughts back in your head all the time? I'll check in again tonight and hope you can get some rest today, just try to rest, or do something creative like draw a picture of how you are feeling or how you wish you felt or of one thing you like in your room or one thing you dislike.
Just reread what I had posted, and think "I promise, it does get better" is patronising and I can't guarantee that. I'm not in your shoes. But what I mean is, from experience of low points as bad as yours sound now, and three failed suicide attempts myself, I promise you that life can feel really good again, given time.
Thinking of you xx
how are you today, Funnymum? thinking about you and hope you have had an easier time today
Its been a funny day and not funny haha.
First thoughts this morning were about my own death, I took meds as prescribed. Met with CT which was positive, but still thinking of my own death. As they dropped me off I was planning to OD on everything in my cupboard. Instead, stopped myself and took some of the diazepam and quetiapint as prescribed with the feeling that if I still felt like OD'ing after taken them, I would. It worked up untiul mid-afternoon, but then started thinking about going and jumping off the bridge. Got as far as getting my shoes and coat on. Stopped, took more meds and distracted myself.
Then this evening I've just had this hideous impending sense of doom. Something horrible is going to happen and I just don't know what, but I know its going to happen soon.
Spoke to CT who spoke to the on-call doc who said I could take an extra 2mg of diazepam at bedtime. TBH have ignored and have taken 4mg now as the feelings were so awful I was almost feeling sick. I don't know what it is or why it is, but when you've been fighting yourself all day and you can't stop thinking that some kind of hideous disaster is going to happen you do what you have to.
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The National University of Rwanda (NUR) has entered into several Educational Cooperation and Academic Research exchanges with 11 Swedish Universities Sweden.
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Candlewood Suites Houston NW - Willowbrook
Candlewood Suites Houston NW - Willowbrook
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Whether you are here for a night or for an extended stay in Houston, TX, our hotel's location serves your needs. Escape the hustle and bustle of downtown and enjoy the suburban surroundings of the Candlewood Suites® Houston NW Willowbrook hotel on the northwest side of the city.
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|Chris Zorich gets probation for tax fraud
by Aaron Wilson of Scout.com, July 12, 2013 at 4:59 pm ET
Lovie Smith Profile
Former Chicago Bears defensive tackle Chris Zorich was sentenced to probation after pleading guilty to tax fraud.
Zorich admitted that he didn't file tax returns from years 2006-2009. During that time period, Zorich earned $1 million from the Bears and other income streams.
Zorich was facing a potential sentence of 16 months in prison. However, the defense cited his involvement in his charitable organization as a reason for probation instead.
Zorich, 44, played for the Bears from 1991-1996 before ending his career with the Redskins in 1997. He was a standout at Notre Dame and was a part of the Fighting Irish's 1988 national championship team.
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Good Morning,
This email is being sent as a courtesy to you and your employees of your Trek store.
My name is Edward Betts and my fiancé and I reside in the Roxboro area of North Carolina and we also have a home in the Charlotte area as well. On Saturday I finished the purchased of my Mamba Trek bike of which was purchased from your Charlotte store. I would like to take the time to inform you of how professional and comfortable your staff made me feel during the entire process. I felt very comfortable in speaking with them and they seemed to be open and honest in all of their answers. Customer focus definitely seemed to be a priority for them directed solely to me and my needs. Anthony was the sales person who assisted me through the purchase and as previously mentioned he was very courteous and professional throughout the process. I apologize but I did not ask for his last name.
I was told that you were the store manager and I feel as though this is definitely a reflection of you and how you maintain your staff. Which at this time I would like to thank you as well for the way I was treated. My fiancé is also rider and she is entertaining the thought of purchasing a trek bike as well. Needless to say, if this is the case we will be back certainly hopefully sooner than later for us to purchase our second Trek bike form you and your staff. The customer focus was definitely a plus and we are looking forward to coming to your store once again for the same quality service and attention.
By the way, We rode the bikes for 13.1 miles this past Saturday and the bike performed beautifully. I have been looking for the last 2 months on purchasing a good quality bike. I definitely made the right decision with choosing Trek over the competitors.. But needless to say your staff was very encouraging as well during the decision making process..
Thanks again and best regards, -Edward B
Steve, I had a fantastic experience everyone was very helpful. You have a very nice store I will definitely be referring more people your way. Thanks again! -Andy H
I want to thank the team at the Trek store of Charlotte. Recently on vacation I came in and was looking to get back into road biking. I worked with Travis who was very helpful and presented a number of bike options for me. My window to purchase was small since I was vacationing, your team got the bike I needed sent in from Greensboro over July 4th, had it outfitted and ready to ride as promised, make sure it fit properly, helped me with many accessory purchases, and that's just the beginning. I had to fly home with my bike and WOW was I impressed when I opened the box upon arriving home! I had even kept an eye on the bike as it was loaded on and off the plane (pictures were taken) for worry of damage during transit. Not a chance with the superior re-box job that was put forth for me. I built the bike myself upon arriving home (had my local shop fine tune the gears - my weakness) and will have 100 miles under my belt by the end of the weekend! This thing is LIGHT and FAST! Thank you, to Travis and the rest of the team who helped make this an enjoyable shopping experience! -Matt S (Trek Madone 5.2)
I just wanted to drop you a line to tell you thanks for operating such a fantastic store. In fact, thanks for employing the awesome group of guys that you have. I purchased a '12 Fuel EX 7 in the 18.5 size. And all of your people (George, Travis, Anthony, and one other who's name slips my mind) were very friendly and helpful. I know that I have made a wise decision by purchasing a Trek Bicycle from The Trek Bicycle Store of Charlotte.- Jasen P
I wanted to take a minute to thank the staff at the Trek Store in Charlotte, NC. I was a new road bike owner and they did a tremendous job fitting my bike, providing me with quality information for my accessories, and talking with me about riding in general. I could go on and on about what an AWESOME experience it was. It is not very often you experience THAT level of High Quality Service! I've ridden 3 times since then and every expectation I had has been blown away! Thanks again Doug and Chad for all of your help and for truly exhibiting the level of service we customers love to get! -Steve S
I just want to thank all of you for the great service you provided for me. I appreciate the friendly and knowledgeable staff at Cool Breeze Cyclery that helped me pick out the 'perfect' bike for my husband. I look forward to doing more business with you in the near future! - Kathy S.
I recently purchased a bike with your store (Trek Bicycles of Charlotte -ed). I wanted to thank you for the stress free experience! I've been a runner for many years, so buying my first bike was an eye opening event! I knew nothing about bikes - really nothing. I came in multiple times over several weeks, road hybrids and road bikes and each time your staff was extremely knowledgeable, patient and friendly. There was no pressure and you allowed me the time to process and make the best decision on a bike for me. Arleigh was amazing - she knows everything about bikes you can possibly know! Thanks again Cool Breeze - I love my bike!
Many thanks for taking such good care of me last Saturday. My Canadian friend John, was blown away by the care you took to make sure the bicycle fit me. - Lionel H.
Dear Franci,
Yesterday was amazing in so many ways! Thank you so much for your generous coaching, which is the reason I finished at all! I started too fast, had to breast stroke to calm down, had what I thought and felt were strong swims in the next two legs, then on the home stretch had enormous difficulty sighting the dock so did not swim straight. But hey, that's my benchmark to beat next year! Thanks in large part to our runner, oh and my BF of course, our relay team came in sixth out of 13!
What an inspiration that Lionel is! Ten years my senior and competing as an individual. As I saw no individual women in my age bracket, that makes me fantasize about biking and running too!
I can't believe I only started working with you at the end of July. Barely six weeks later, I've swum my leg, joined HFFA and swim there Friday mornings, impressed my FB friends, and met more wonderful people of all ages! Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Wishing you all good things, -Katie
"Thanks for telling me in December that I could "totally do a half," I think those were your exact words. I didn't even have a half on my radar this soon, I was thinking sprint or Olympic. Sometimes you need someone to tell you that you can do something in order to go after it. So thanks a lot for that and all the coaching, it is totally worth it!" -Josh
This was the one year anniversary of my first 60 mile ride and my first group ride. Last year I was excited to do this ride. I was very tired 30 miles in and struggled the last 15 miles. Today I felt incredible. I never thought I would do 56 miles at 18.3 mph and not hurt. The entire ride I was focused on energy management. I went fast every chance I got. Laid back and rested on the climbs. Still climbed faster than ever, but with a lot less effort. Heart rate never got out of control. Had tons of energy all day. I ate and drank along the way too. My best ride to date. -Aaron P.
Big thanks for helping me get signed up w Franci. She is AWESOME!!! I'm telling everyone that she had helped me in ONE session get more comfortable in the water. -Ruth M.
Dear Sarah: Thanks for the handouts. White Lake was good. I came in 3rd out of 10 women in my age group and was 6 minutes faster than last year (2 minutes off my swim, 3 minutes off my bike, and 1 minute off the transitions)... I can't thank you enough for the lessons. They were invaluable. You are an EXCELLENT teacher with a good balance of information, coaching, and praising. I have been a teacher my entire life, so it was an honor to be able to work with such a great teacher as you. -Gail S.
Thanks again for all you have taught me. I would not have accomplished what I did in the halfIM without your knowledge, passion and instruction. I know that sounds corny but you really showed me what I was capable of doing. I can honestly say without a doubt your instruction was the best investment I have made in my journey so far. -Kathy M
"I am so very humbled and excited with my first podium 1st...many more to come I hope. It is absolutely the best way to finish the race season, and I could not have done it without you. Thank you for the recognition!" - Jeff
I completed the Beach to Battleship half on Saturday with a time of 6:03:30. The conditions were tough with the wind, but I'm thrilled with my overall time for my first half. Thanks so much for all of your help and training this year! You really helped me reach my goals! - Austin
Cool Breeze Cyclery has made a tremendous impact on my biking performance. Before coming to Cool Breeze, I was training inefficiently and riding a bike that was improperly fit. The expert staff at Cool Breeze not only helped me with a bike fitting, but they also helped develop a training plan using their metabolic technology. I have been able to greatly improve my bike times, while riding more comfortably, thanks to their knowledge and dedication.
- Luanne
I was in your Mooresville store Sunday afternoon. Mike made some major adjustments on the shifter and Nathan informed me very well on some future bike projects. Mike made sure the shifter was in top notch form! Nathan made sure I understood my options and what would be best for my needs. It was a most enjoyable experience working with these individuals! I really appreciate great service!! I will definitely return, although I may use your Ballantine store.
Thank you and keep up the great work - Ken C
Hello, I just wanted to let you know that I recently brought my Trek Cobia 29er in for repair and I received fantastic customer service from an associate there named Anthony. He was extremely helpful in fixing my bike and explaining what had happened. I definitely will be coming back and requesting Anthony. I referred a friend to go there after my experience. My friend ended up buying a 3,000$ Trek Superfly and he absolutely loves it. Keep up the great work and thanks to Anthony!!!! - Nick B
Service was wonderful today, as always! To Timmerman and crew were very helpful and I will always be a loyal customer! Thank you! - George S.
Hey John and Michael,
One of the joys of retirement is that I do have a little extra time and I wanted to let you 2 and Steve know how much I appreciate all you do for me and my family.
Once again, I asked you guys to work on my bikes without creating any downtime for me and once again you came through. I tell everyone that Cool Breeze is my bike store and the two biggest reasons are John and Michael, the guys who work on the bikes! The work you did on mine and Mary's bike yesterday is perfect, I have ridden 16 miles on rough trails and Mary logged 7 yesterday, the bikes perform perfectly as usual and they both were in pretty rough shape. Thank you, thank you!
Steve, I also appreciate you and your ability to keep a business thriving. I need you to be there and I tell everyone that you and your shop is the best in the area. I know you know what you have in John and Michael, they help make it such a joy to come into the store. Of course, the rest of your staff always does a great job too.
Thanks you guys!
Mark K.
From Irondad's Blog Post - …as it turns out John had the same frame size P2 in stock, and due to the tight timing of my upcoming race, Cervelo agreed to allow the frame from inventory to be used for the replacement, rather than following the 'standard' warranty replacement procedures and timeframes
…on the rare occasion when we see extraordinary service…like we've seen here from both Cervelo and Cool Breeze Cyclery…it just begs for an even higher level of kudos -IronDad
Part II from Irondad's Blog Post - An entire university course could be written on what Cool Breeze Cyclery and Cervelo did to put their people in a position to deliver this level of customer service…and then the tricky part, to have the right people in the right positions with the right authority to deliver. These are two companies that have that figured out…
I feel a strong need to vent and expound about what other companies could learn from this small story…but I won't…you know the companies that give you great service…and that's why you go back to them -Irondad
Earlier today I purchased a Co-Pilot seat for my son Liam. After about an hour of attempting to fit it to my wife's bike I called the store and Jeff recommended I bring it in and let them take a look. I explained to Jeff that I might not make it there until just before 6pm and he replied, "Come on in, we'll stay a little late."
Thank you very much for the time you spent with the bike fit yesterday. I rode the bike 20 miles today with zero back pain. Will go longer tomorrow. Amazing. Should have come to see you years ago. -Eric D
Thank you for your support of the 2011 Bike MS Ride. The Ride raised more than $900K for national MS research. We could not have such a successful ride without your support. A special Thank You to Alex for working the ride and providing such great mechanical help. A special thanks to Chad as well for leading the Trek Team and being such a great team captain. We look forward to working with you all on next years ride! - Katie
Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to participate in our Joe Gibbs Racing Vendor Fair. Our employees had a lot of interest in your bikes. You helped make the event a success.
Nathan was a great representative for the North Lake Busines -Alice-Marie
From the level of customer service your staff at Trek Store gave me, I'm sure you get letters daily from satisfied customers. I wanted to tell you I had a tremendous experience at your store. The High Quality Service that other's promise can't hold a candle to the service I received. Awesome Job!
As a member of a small business myself, the actions of our staff represent our values. You should be very proud of what has been built. After only a short time, I understand why there was always a customer in your store. Great Team's accomplish Great Things! -Steve S.
Please accept this frame as a token of our sincerest thanks for all you do and your staff do for the TRI Latta Triathlon. Again, Thank You for all your support! -TRI Latta Triathlon
I just want to say thank you so much for this opportunity. From the time I bought my first road bike last July and started riding the Sunday Trek Store rides, I have enjoyed everything about riding with you guys. The MS ride to the beach was one of the best experiences of my life. I have never been without a bike, although the road biking is new to me. I absolutely love it and I have wanted to try my hand at some races this year. I have been training hard in the hopes that if I did ok at a race or two this year maybe I could get a chance to race with a team but I never expected this invitation already. I can't tell you how much I appreciate the offer. Thank you so much. -Aaron P
Corporate Wellness Testimonials
I am your poster child for couch to sprint. Not having a regular exercise routine for more than 15 years, I started training only 8 weeks prior to the event. I lost 15 pounds and improved my resting heart rate. It has not only improved my health, but also my family. My daughter watched me train and get excited about the triathlon and started working out with me. She has since done two triathlons (placing 3rd in each) and joined the swim team at her school. She was previously not involved in sports. -Chad L
Being an avid runner and cyclist I knew I was missing out by not knowing how to swim. Taking on the triathlon as part of the corporate challenge was just what I needed push myself to overcome the obstacle of not knowing how to swim as an adult. After plenty of private lessons and countless hours in the pool I completed the corporate triathlon challenge and have opened a new world to myself. I plan to come back next year faster and stronger. -John R.
Participating in the events as a first time triathlete allowed me to do something that I would never done on my own. The atmosphere and support that was provided by my company and Cool Breeze helped me gain the confidence I needed to know that I could finish. I now have 'the bug' and will be continuing in triathlons for as long as I'm physically able. -Steve H.


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By John Fay, Cincinnati Enquirer
A couple of weeks ago, during the back-and-forth banter on the team plane with bench coach Chris Speier, Reds Hall of Fame broadcaster Marty Brennaman said he would shave his head if the Reds won 10 in a row.
The Reds did extend their win streak to ten with a 7-2 win on Sunday.
"And this one belongs to the Reds! Cincinnati has won 10 in a row and I'm gonna shave my head absolutely bald," Brennaman exclaimed after Sunday's win.
"That's a good thing," Reds manager Dusty Baker said. "He's proud of his hair."
Homer Bailey at first volunteered to man the clippers, then backed off.
"I don't need to cut his hair," Bailey said. "You probably will need wire cutters. I'm not qualified to use heavy machinery. He can still talk bad on the radio, but now he can do it bald."
Speier and other witnesses reminded Brennaman of the promise when he arrived Sunday morning.
"I'm a man of my word," Brennaman said. "I'll do it."
"Our broadcaster is going to be rooting against us today," Speier said.
"No, I ain't," Brennaman said. "I might like it."
Brennaman said he'll lose his famous poofy hair Friday in the Reds clubhouse.
"I've got TV commercials to do (Monday), then I'm off," he said.
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Archive for Philomena Kauffmann
Eric Slagle '98
Eric Slagle '98 and his wife, Tess, had a baby boy, Sage Alexander, born on 4/6/17 and weighing in at 8 lbs. 5 oz. Mama and baby (and papa) are all doing well.
Rena Hartman Rothauge '74 and Claire Friberg Hartman '74
Rena Hartman Rothauge '02 with her mother Claire Friberg Hartman '74 on Rena's wedding day, October 17, 2015.
Ethan Armstrong '09
Gusties in New Orleans to celebrate the wedding of Ethan Armstrong '09 and Anna Conroy on 11/12/16.
1967 and 1968 Chieftains (Chi Iota Kappa) gather
Chieftains of 1967 and 1968 Gather in the Grand Teton National Park near Jackson Hole in September 2016: Front Row: Ken Biederman '68, Bob Karli '67, Ron Malmquist '68, Larry Ortloff '68, Arv Zenk '68, Todd Jacobson '68. Back Row: Paul Nerothin '67, Tom Toftey '67, Larry Trued '67.
Hans '03 and Rachel (Schwingler '04) Sviggum
Birth, Leif James Sviggum, born to Drs. Hans '03 and Rachel (Schwingler '04) Sviggum, born on 1/23/17.
Joel Walters '80 named head of the Missouri Department of Revenue
Gov. Eric Greitens named Joel Walters '80, a partner with PricewaterhouseCoopers, as the new head of the Missouri Department of Revenue Tuesday morning. Walters currently serves the global business auditing firm's tax leader on inbound tax practices where he helped non-American businesses operate within American tax schemes. He previously worked as the corporate finance director for Vodafone, overseeing […]
Three Gusties in Cuba
On a recent Yoga Retreat in Havana, Cuba, Kathryn Day '78 and her sister, Barbara Day '75 ran into a 3rd Gustie in their small group of 20!! Left to right: Isabel Cifuentes '96, Kathryn Day and Barbara Day.
Alan Brew '89
Dr. Alan Brew '89 is the new executive director of the Sigurd Olson Institute Dr. Brew holds a Ph.D. in English from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (1999) as well as holding an M.A. from UNC, and a B.A. from Gustavus Adolphus College. Dr. Brew's professional career can be characterized as centered […]
Erin Hoffman Austin '02
Daryl and Erin (Hoffman '02) Austin welcomed son, Emmett McCartney Austin, on November 13, 2016.
Doug and Kjirsten Everling '01 '02
Doug '01 and Kjirsten (Holmquist '02) Everling welcomed their first baby, a son, Soren Grant Everling.
J-term Gusties in Seattle
J-term students as well as local alumni who showed up to volunteer at Mary's Place on Jan. 15, as part of their January term class. We had a fun day of helping out around the place as needed including playing and doing arts and crafts with the kids in the playroom. The people from left […]
Gustie Get Together
Deborah Jean Templin '73 met up with fellow Gustie, Jon Erik Carlson '72 in Manhattan, NY.
Smyth – Broeckert wedding
Adam Smyth '14 and Samantha Broeckert '14 were married on October 8, 2016. The couple resides in Burnsville, MN.
Hockey alumni at Smyth wedding
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On Tuesday, Afghan policemen arrested a man who had 2,200 pounds (1,000 kilograms) of ammonium nitrate, which is used to make bombs, in his tractor in the center of Zabul province in southeastern Afghanistan, the Afghan Interior Ministry said.
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19 April 2012
gosh! thank you! {+ hormonal ramblings}
Sorry no photo today, I don't get much chance to take pictures at work at the mo : (
I just wanted to say a HUGE massive thank you to all the lovely peep's comments on my last post, I never expected such a reaction...its soooo lovely!
I feel so much support from people I have never even met, its kind of fabulously bonkers!
And, so many of you soon to be mums too! Definitely something in the air ; ) best wishes to you x.
On a different subject...
I have had many comments saying 'I knew you were Pregnant' and yes indeed I was!
I have actually had many exactly the same comments on my blog/real life in the last few years too, when I was definitely NOT preggo, so I think peeps are just eager for me to get up the duff for some reason.
If I missed a blog post or mentioned that I was ill or knackered, its like 'youre pregnant aren't you' ...geeze, embarrassing!
When I first got married, people would ask me ALL the time when we are having kids, and I hated it. Its kind of personal, and some people don't want/cant have/haven't even talked about having kids yet, and I feel very sorry for people who have to explain something so difficult/personal when put on the spot.
I guess we have all done this at some point in our lives and I now regret asking. Being not much of the 'baby' type, {I don't go gooey over other people babies like others seem to do} I was always hoping other friends would feel the same unsure way as I did when I was younger.
I'm really looking forward to being a mum now though, I cant wait! But I'm not really looking forward to the 'so when are you going to have another one?' questions to come later. Or, ' I couldn't see your stomach in the last post, are you pregnant again?' comments, humpf!!
I would love to know how you feel about this? or is it just me being a numpty?
Anyways, enough of this ranting...we are working on lots of new samples at RUST, its all very exciting involving lots of diamonds and other sparkly goodness. I will report back soon with evidence.
Much love to you all! {and I wasn't offended by anyones comments BTW, as I am now actually preggers!} x
60 comments:
I have always been unsure as to whether I want children and am kind of fascinated that some women are so sure from such a young age. I agree that it's a deeply personal thing to each person, and some people ask all the time (perhaps without meaning any harm) about when you want kids/how many/what age you want them etc etc. I'm not sure why we are all so fascinated by other people's choices, but we are!ReplyDelete
I don't think you're being numpty. My hubs and I were married 10 years before we had kids. Everyone had given up on asking at that point. But it did drive me craaaaazy that people asked. None of your darn business! And yes, people will ask when you're having the next one as soon as your first baby is sitting up and taking solids. (!)ReplyDelete
And it took me a looong time to come around to the idea. I was 31 when I had my first.
You and Nao seem to lead lives of such great intention that it seems that you will be good parents. Those of us who know that it is a big step (to become a parent) tend to go into it with eyes wide open and knowing that it will be lovely and challenging all at the same time.
All the best to you and Nao and your little sprout!
I am very happy for you. I am so old that I could be your mother. i don't have any children. It never seemed to be the right moment to have one and then suddenly and so quickly the biological clock said it was too late for me. Enjoy your pregnancy and don't worry too much about other people's questions.ReplyDelete
Lots of love
Ps. My nephew married a japanese girl and they have 2 children They are beautiful ad they can speak japanese!
I agree with you, it's annoying to be told "when you are going to have babies" or "so when you are going to have the second one". Whaaat??? as if you must have a second one. We choose to have just one because we know our limits (in terms of age, money and patience, yes patience let's no be hypocritical about it, kids test your patience aaaa loooot). To have or not to have children is no-one business apart yourself and your partner.ReplyDelete
And don't even get me started with the "so when are you getting married?" argh!!! I lived 6 years with my partner before WE decided to get married and when we did it it was the time of the "finally he made you a decent woman!!!" how crazy is this? So yep, I never assume anything with anybody and be reassured that you will never ever ever receive such comments from me! :D Now, enjoy your pregnancy and feel the love! ciao
Congratulations! I felt exactly the same as you but I can tell you that being a mum is the best thing in the world!ReplyDelete
So happy for you bothx
Congratulations! That's lovely news, even though I've never met you I've been flowing your blog for over a year now so it feels even more special to read about it. Looking forward to seeing your vintage toys being put to good use xxReplyDelete
I got married very young (20 years old!) and I think most folks assumed I was pregnant then. I wasn't and I didn't want to be. The hubs and I have been married for 6 years and I'm still not sure I ever want children.ReplyDelete
I get pestered about it all the time and I for one don't like it.
So no worries, you won't get blog pestered by me ;)
It's a sad truth; but now you are going to be asked so many ANNOYING questions, and you will be (very freely) given so much advice you don't really want. Sometimes you can/will let it wash over you but other times you might want to punch someone! I wish I'd kept a chart of the sex predictions for my children - and maybe asked for a quid from everyone that guessed to go into a big sweepstake/draw, that might have made that particular ordeal easier.ReplyDelete
- Georgia19.4.12
Utterly absolutely couldn't agree more! How rude it is for people you usually don't know that well to ask those questions. I wasn't that keen on the idea of children, and I often find myself thinking fondly about how life might be if I didn't have the little darlings! They make you scream and shout and you would never believe you could be so tired. But - I think they make you a better person in a lot of ways. Less self-centred, harder working, with a better perspective on what matters (ie them and not a lot else!). And they are SO much fun - new friends to dance round the kitchen with!ReplyDelete
Yes, you've really hit on some good points. Whenever someone asks me when I'm going to have babies (not yet!) I always think about my friends who CAN'T or don't EVER want one... if it feels crummy to have people always asking about this, how must it feel to others for whom it is a much more tender subject? Sick of people thinking that women's reproductive choices are everyone's business. And as a woman who doesn't get gooey about babies and wasn't sure until recently that I even wanted a child - I hear you on that point, too.ReplyDelete
AND! Congratulations!!
I also feel the same. I feel so sad when I think there are so many people who would do anything to have become parents aand the questions and the agony they must go through. I feel it is part of the norm in the society and it is not the easiest task to follow your path, if you choose not to have children or if you choose not to know the sex of your baby. There always seems to be a norm for everything. It is always healthy I belive to think what is best for us and me, and then just follow your heart. I was also shocked of all the questions regarding having babies when I got married...ReplyDelete
I'm still very happy about your babay-news!!!
I think you're quite right to be bothered by such comments. What bothered me the most is when we WERE pregnant, but we were keeping it a secret and planning to surprise our families on Father's Day. It was like, "When I want you to know that I'm pregnant, you'll know because I'LL BE TELLING YOU."ReplyDelete
- Jennifer19.4.12
I agree that this can be a tender subject. As a 38 year old single woman I do on occasion get comments about babies and about how I feel about not having one. Ultimately I think that if I really wanted one I might be doing more to put myself in situations where I might at least have the chance of meeting a lovely man to start a family with. I realised recently, however, that my feelings on the topic are not straight-forward when my sister asked me out of the blue in a cheery, conversational tone whether I have any regrets about not having a baby. I felt sad, irritated and confused all at once and it was as if someone had just blasted a loud and unwelcome burst of music in my ear. Sorry if that's a bit dramatic but it's how I felt. I'm in a different situation from you but I still identify strongly with your views on this. For me, even family (or especially family?) would do well to be a bit more sensitive on occasion.ReplyDelete
I too got fed up with being asked and told that 'the biological clock is ticking'. I got to the point where I did actually say 'for all you know we may not be able' - sure shut him up!ReplyDelete
Anyhow - you're ready when you're ready. Only advice - when your friends with kids try to share birth stories - stick your fingers in your ears and hum real loud. Best thing for a happy baby is a happy and relaxed pregnancy.
Ha ha, it's really annoying isn't it, the second you get married everyone is hanging out for the baby! We were the same, about a year after we got married we told everyone we had a little bit of news, everyone started gushing "Oh MY GOD, A BABY"!! And we were like "um no, we're just moving to Australia"! We did get our chance to shock everyone though when we announced I was pregnant with our third when our second was only 6 moths old :-) It's no-one's business and yes I agree it must be hard for people having difficulties conceiving to deal with insensitive eager questioning, I think people reading your blog feel they kinda know you in a way and your and Nao's life has such a romantic quality to it people have been thinking a little baby would be such a beautiful addition to your lovely family :-)ReplyDelete
Wow, belated greetings!! You and Nao will be great parents!ReplyDelete
When I was pregnant what I found most odd was how strangers in the street starting talking to me about my unborn child.
I've been a single mom from the start, so instead of "are you pregnant again?" I got "when are you going to find your baby a new daddy?". People have stopped asking though, so it doesn't really bother me :) but then again, I'm a single mom and try to spend all my time with my kid so people don't really have the opportunity to ask.
I wasn't much of a 'baby' type either and didn't plan for this, but I do get more gooey over other people babies now, maybe it reminds me of the time when my kid was tiny and vulnerable.
Hi Artemis,ReplyDelete
Love the last picture of the bitty sweater and scarf! Your baby is going to have sweet style I'm sure.
I agree with you, I have been through the 'so your next?' with regards to being a bridesmaid and therefore obv going to be married shortly thereafter (no, it was almost a decade later!), and now, yes, about children...I really appreciate your sense of privacy with regards to such things and feel much the same way. Except for that I am one of those people who can't get enough of babies. It's a mystery to me but true nonetheless...I work with them, volunteer with them, hold my friends' and family babies willingly...Which in a way means that the questions come up even more often...sigh.
Wishing you a wonderful pregnancy!
We agree that it is something so personal. Two of us had babies very late in life and the youngest one hasn't been able to. Hard when people think it is ok to ask or make you feel bad for not having children. It is such a personal thing... but we are very happy for you! XReplyDelete
Reading your blog today was like reading something I would write. My gorgeous husband and I have been married twenty five years, like you I wasn't gooey about children. As soon as we were married I was frequently questioned as to when I was going to start a family......it was five years before we had our daughter. Well meaning people often lack any sensitivity when it comes to asking the baby question and it has made me very careful never to do the same. My daughter is now twenty and has been a pure delight, most of the time (!) but I still had to put up with the enquiries about adding another child to the family for at least eight years after she was born........so be prepared! My only little bit of advice.......take lots of photos of yourself in pregnancy because the changes are worth celebrating and remembering forever! Katherine xReplyDelete
Congratulations! Lovely news. I completely agree about people asking inappropriate questions. We struggled to conceive and went through fertility treatment (now have amazing baby girl - am so lucky) and although close friends and family knew, it was people I barely knew would always ask. "when you having babies? Don't leave it too long!" i could have screamed "I don't want to talk to you about my reproductive system!!" I was the same once, and now kick myself for asking people just to make conversation. I just hope I didn't do too much harm.ReplyDelete
Love your blog, have been reading for many years. Thank you for writing. I hope the sickness has passed and get them feet up girl!
Best wishes to you x
Congrats again...I find you attitude refreshing and agree that the 'so when are you having children/do you have any children' question is a nightmare as my husband and I are 'childless parents' and are struggling to have another baby and like you say, it is a very personal thing and strangers just seem to think that they have the right to ask this question.ReplyDelete
It is nice to read this post and find that our thoughts on children/pregnancy are similar and that there are others who feel the same way too; thank you discussing and congrats once again :)
Very well put. I certainly put enough pressure on myself without others joining in, thank-you-very-much! Just be prepared for strangers in the street passing personal comments ("My you are big!" etc). It really is quite astonishing. If this post is anything to go by, you will handle it well.ReplyDelete
Get loads of rest!
I got married six months ago and lots of people at work have had children recently and feel the need to tell me to make the most of my young age yet my boss who also married recently too and is ten years older, she got told by someone that she should try as soon as she can as it's not a quick process!! How rude and presumptuous that we aren't already trying! I also in invited my family over recently and had a baggy dress on. My sister in law announced that she thought we had invited everyone round to say we're pregnant especially as I had baggy dress on!! They had been keeping an eye on what I ordered at the pub too. Ridiculous!! So yes I totally agree with what you said :)ReplyDelete
Well put i salute you! I'm sick of people asking me the same questions. Im engaged to my partner who i've been with for 7years and reaching the grand old age of 26 people suddenly start asking "So when you having a baby then? arent you haveing one yet? if not why not? I feel like screaming at them mind your own bloody business and it has often crossed my mind as you said the poor people who have trouble concieving and who cant have children, its such a personal question and it really is no one elses business. Any how enough of that and just for the record i am NOT pregnant and you Are so Congrats again and i hope you enjoy every second of it.ReplyDelete
- Stephanie20.4.12
Wow wow wow, this is such wonderful news!!!! I have been reading your blog for quite some time and have always been waiting and hoping for this announcement :) You guys will be absolutely wonderful parents for sure! What a lucky little bugger! Congratulations!!!ReplyDelete
Well, I was never into kids and babies either, was forever single, quickly getting close to 40, so luckily people never asked me about having babies (I guess they assumed it would never happen?!). Last year it did happen and boy, did it change my outlook on life! Now, nothing else matters! Esp people asking silly questions, ha!
It did take me quite some months to get used to the idea...but then the prospect of having a little companion in life made me so happy and content. I totally enjoyed being preggo!(apart from the sickness in the beginning).
Being a mom and having a fantastic partner makes me feel so lucky and blessed. When people ask me if I think of having another (bub is 9months now), instead of being shocked it makes me think...hmm, actually that would be really nice! :o
So I'd like to say enjoy this wonderful time, take many pics of the bump (I regret not having a nice documentation of that time), pamper yourself and all the best!! S x
Congratulations!! I actually meant to comment on your previous post...but I was distracted by my 12 week old little monkey!! I have a toddler too and can honestly say - enjoy the baby moon...Once they start walking and talking { words such as 'NO!'} then it's a whole other kettle of fish!! Hope you're over the sickness and get as much rest as you can. xReplyDelete
Oh yes I'd been wondering when you were going to do a new collection with diamonds, and whether you'd thought about getting another cat. I knew after your first shed you'd want another. And I knew that getting that big vehicle would make you want to get a little one - oh we're all so predictable aren't we!!?ReplyDelete
- Anonymous20.4.12
I always knew I wanted children but in the end it took us 6 years to finally conceive (with a little bit of help!) & in that time we must have seen at least 20 other children born around us, we were thrilled for each & every one of them obviously but each 1 felt like another stab in the heart, we were constantly being asked 'ooh, when are you 2 going to start?!' or 'don't you want any of your own?' (we fostered 14 children in between so I think people thought we weren't interested!)I feel incredibly blessed to now be expecting twins sometime around my 36th birthday this year & I still can't quite believe it! Enjoy every minute & I agree, take lots of photos of your growing tummy, it's beautiful! much love, Leah xxxReplyDelete
- Anonymous20.4.12
Congrats Artemis!ReplyDelete
It's amazing isn't how surprising rude people can be when the subject of babies comes up...
I myself am in a long term relationship (just got engaged last summer - got one of your beautiful rings!) and me and my partner are both in our thirties but do not have a massive urge to have any little one's just yet...even though all our friends are having them...we love our little nieces and nephews but just are not ready for our own yet so it's a little hurtful when people treat us as if there is something wrong with us...
Anyway, I am so happy for you and I wish you lots of good luck on your new adventure as a mum... what fun you will have! :-) You are such a great role model, lucky little one to have a mum and dad like the two of you!
- Lesley Owens20.4.12
I really enjoy your blog - it makes me want to make the leap myself! It must be strange getting messages from strangers but I wanted to add to them and say a big congratulations! I suppose you follow peoples' stories on their blogs and you two seem like a lovely couple. Wishing you all the best for your pregnancy xReplyDelete
Hi Artemis,ReplyDelete
People are funny creatures. Some people seem to be missing the bit in the brain that monitors the thoughts that one should actually speak out loud. People do make very personal comments when you are pregnant. There are a lot of irritating ones that do your head in. The man on the checkout in Asda started asking if we were working against the clock, meaning is baby coming along now I think??? I was only 6 months!
But after Eliska came along, I got chatting to some people who said the right things, if you know what I mean. Sometimes complete strangers were really lovely and kind and compassionate.
Try to ignore the dafties. They are the numpties, God love 'em.
Take care xxx
Some say that are not maternal and yet I have seen so many of them turn into doting mothers after they meet their child...I can only imagine your mother-in-waiting posts...it's going to be a scream I am sure. Looking forward to meeting your vintage babe. Congrats Artemis and Nao :)ReplyDelete
Shine the nosey ones on! Funny, when I've been open and honest, people actually clam up a bit. So many are compelled to ask personal questions, but don't know what to do when you actually answer. Changing the subject works too. Don't waste too much energy on these words that feel violating. Just live YOUR life. Ignore it all if you need to. Focus on your passions... Good wishes to you and yours.ReplyDelete
Oh thank goodness its not just me! You all have me deepest sympathy xReplyDelete
The truth is that no one knows they can actually have kids until they actually get pregnant, so I find it an odd question on that level too.
It seems from a lot of comments on my last post that everyone knew I was going to get pregnant...wow! They must know a lot more than me then!
I think the hormones have caused me to not contain my opinions anymore...I'd better watch out I don't upset anyone ; )
I am pregnant now and at the very beginning was very sick, I wish I had a pound for each time someone said 'oh it won't be like this the second time!'. Both my husband and I found this very annoying, we weren't sure we could have children at all and the last thing on our minds at that point was doing it all over again. I wish people would just think a bit before opening their mouths! xReplyDelete
Yay! Congratulations! He/She is going to be one gorgeous kid ;) and dressed in the best vintage togs i'm sure xReplyDelete
- Anonymous21.4.12
I am someone who had always loved babies and children of all ages, and want nothing more than to be a mother. That being said, I think your reaction and feelings are completely normal. It is a very serious and personal topic, and most people dont even know if they want a child or children. You need not worry, you are normal! :)ReplyDelete
i am with you...we waited almost six years after we married before having our first and then almost five before having another...i know people in our lives were wondering...but for the most part they let us do our thing...at some point it just felt right to have the family grow...don't worry about what questions will come...just enjoy the moment...so excited for you!ReplyDelete
Congratulation Artemis!!! :DReplyDelete
- Saskia23.4.12
Congratulations to you & Nao on your lovely news.ReplyDelete
Obviously we all understand that people are only asking (or hoping) about pregnancies/babies because they're happy events, but I can't even imagine how hard it must be to be asked about it when you're trying unsuccessfully.
I was asked AT MY WEDDING. Still in the dress, not even had our first dance, when will we be trying for a baby?! Heck.
It's as personal as asking about someone's sex life, 'so are you using condoms?' After 2 years of marriage, I will now be informing anyone who asks that 'oh no, we're only doing it up the bum to make sure that doesn't happen'. Go away with your personal questions, nosey work colleague.
Sorry, that was mega ranty. I'm so pleased for you, and totally agree with and appreciate your honesty in this post x
Ha ha! Saskia you made me nearly choke on my breakfast!! Hilarious xReplyDelete
Thank you, thank you, thank you. I´m in my mid-thirties and I can´t have kids of my own. I think I have been asked the kids-question for 10 years now and haven´t found a way deal with it yet. Lately I am compelled to just say the truth, but that would trigger the whole "aw you poor thing but there´s always adoption" speech, and that is even worse. I hope that one day people will learn that this is something very personal and also that it is a real choice to have kids these days (so no need to ask WHEN someone is going to have kids). Anyway one reason to look forward to being an old hag eventually when nobody expects me to have kids anymore ;)ReplyDelete
Sorry for the rant. I am, however, delighted for you. Congratulations, you will be such cool parents!
Lots of people seem to think you are pubic property when pregnant and ask to stroke your bump ... they wouldn't do it if you weren't pregnant would they? You'll be a fantastic Mum, congratulations! xxxReplyDelete
Totally understand the not being a baby kind of person thing. I struggled to wrap my head around having kids of my own. Now I'm pregnant, I still have days where I'm very uncertain. I'm really excited and happy most of the time, but gosh, it's a big thing to have kids, huh? And as for other people... just shrug and let it roll off your back. You're totally right about how intrusive it is to ask couples when they will have a baby, not knowing if they are trying or not, nor for how long. Well said xxReplyDelete
- Anonymous25.4.12
Hey, we're due similar times - early Autumn, me. My boss told me today that he was 'laughing today with another colleague about my 'hmmph' attitude to motherhood'. That cheesed me off - I am really happy to be having a baby, thrilled even, but its not the only thing I want to achieve in life, and I'm not just all gooey and rose-tinted glasses about it. Doesn't mean I have an 'attitude', does it?! I do quite like saying 'oh, its not his' when my other-half is congratulated, and 'no, it was a horrible mistake' when asked if we planned it. Congratulations! were you trying? ;)ReplyDelete
Ha ha! Anonymous, I think we are both singing from the same hymn sheet! I might use some of your phrases next time I'm asked!ReplyDelete
I'm due early autumn too...
All the best x
- Anonymous27.4.12
Hello I Just wanted to congratulate you too and say I how much I enjoyed this post. I'm like you it sounds, in the way I don't want to discuss my baby thoughts and feelings with the whole world that thinks it's their right to know exactly what's going on in my and my partner's heads! Lovely news though I'm really pleased for you both :)ReplyDelete
- emmaku27.4.12
So nice to read the comments above! We got married last summer and have lost count of the times babies have been mentioned. I'd never thought of asking friends WHEN they will have a baby and now I never will - such an impossible question to answer. If you say yes everyone will be waiting and saying no or 'we're not ready' yet makes people surprised/frustrated/grumpy!ReplyDelete
Wow! I've been away in India for the last 3 weeks and just logged on to check out my fav blogs - of course yours is one of them - and read your fantastic news! Congratulations to both of you! I have two kids, my son just arrived two months ago, so I'll look forward to all the baby related posts to come!ReplyDelete
On another note, I was once asked if I was "barren" ... that's right, barren! It was quite embarrassing and, really, what do you say to that!?
Congrats on your pregnancy! I love your ideas and your photography...I'll be back soon!ReplyDelete
So this is really good news and also thanks for sharing with your viewer i am so inspired here with you.ReplyDelete
Thanks for posting...
Garden centre in York
i can imagine how beatiful the babys room is going to be, with a mother with such nice taste :)ReplyDelete
lots of stretching now!
besos desde Lima, Peru.
Children bring joy in life! Whether you're a man or a woman, having a kid can completely change your world and transform you as a person. Wish you happy times ahead!ReplyDelete