Thursday 13 December 2007

here goes...

okay, here's the deal: many of you have noticed my lack of posts lately and, if you know me in person, my lack of energy. well, i know it's early but i'm finding it really hard to not talk about - on sunday i'll be 8 weeks pregnant! i'm still a wee bit scared to tell people, i feel like i might jinx it or something, this pregnancy that we tried so long for. november would have been 11 unsuccessful months but instead the days just kept going on, it has finally happened and we still can't quite believe it. symptom wise i've been fairly okay until this week when it seems to all have hit me like a ton of bricks. can't shake the tiredness and the fickle tummy. i'm actually missing my company christmas party as i type this and spent most of the day on the couch in front of the fan or back in bed. wouldn't have it any other way, though : )

there are so many people i want to thank for their support, advice and commiseration this year but, lest i start sounding like an oscar speech, just know that every email and comment was and is so hugely appreciated and taken to heart. now let's all just keep our fingers crossed that everything goes smoothly for the next 7 months and we have an amazing little keating to gaze at come the end of july! thank you all, again : )

60 comments:

  1. Anonymous9:04 pm

    a huge congrats!!
    i hope the next 7 months goes smoothly. better than expected. and that you have time to relax. and craft. and anticipate.
    all the best. to you and your fella.

    leslie
    http://goodness.typepad.com

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  2. Fantastic! I'm sending lots of good toughts your way.

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  3. I meant thoughts! I have pregnancy brain - can't think or type.

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  4. Am so so so happy for you - that is wonderful! We definitely need to catch up soon.

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  5. Huge, huge congratulations to you both. That is fantastic news!

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  6. That's the best post I've read all day (and I've read more than a few as I sit here procrastinating about work).

    Look after yourself and enjoy the ride.

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  7. Congratulations! You must be thrilled. Best wishes for the next seven months!

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  8. oh Leslie congratulations! I am so (so, so, so) happy for you and Shane - enjoy. I'll keep my fingers crossed for you, all the way :) Can't wait to share the journey :D :D :D

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  9. Hooray for you! Such happy news - July won't come fast enough for you!
    x Melissa

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  10. Anonymous10:54 pm

    Oh my goodness, that's wonderful! Congratulations!! Take care, xo

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  11. YAYAYAYAYAYA!!!!!!!!!!! I am so happy and excited for you and your man and I know it will be great and you will enjoy this so much! Take care, rest and always have something that smells good within reach. Helps the nausea that may come! So excited!

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  12. Anonymous10:59 pm

    Congratulations, that's wonderful news! I hope everything goes as smoothly as possible for you :)
    Melanie

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  13. Fantastic!! Congratulations for the happy, happy news!

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  14. Wow congrats!! That is such wonderful news :D

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  15. WOO HOO!

    Fabulous fabulous news!

    Well done, pretty lady.....

    No we get to make baby present for you! Can't wait!

    Much love,

    Leah xxxx

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  16. Oh! Congratulations!! Sending you best wishes and prayers for this pregnancy!! :) Just take it easy and "baby" yourself... you deserve it! :)

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  17. Anonymous2:02 am

    Oh My Goodness! That is great news. I am so happy for you. Wishing you health!

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  18. Congratulations! That's wonderful news & we're so happy for you :) Hope the sickness doesn't last too long so you can enjoy the months ahead.

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  19. Congratulations Leslie! I am so happy for you:) Definitely crossing my fingers (and saying a few prayers) that your pregnancy goes well! Take the time to relax, I think we will all understand if posting is a bit sparse:)

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  20. Congratulations! What happy happy news. Now go and put your feet up and take care of yourself and that little bean.

    You may think you are doing nothing, but gestating is WORK.

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  21. Anonymous5:25 am

    I didn't get to leave the first soppy congratulations comment on your blog either!! :)
    Words can't describe how excited and happy I am for you both :) I'm all teary-eyed at the mere thought of a wee keating! {pregnancy hormones getting the better of me at the moment!} Be sure to curl up with your incredibly cute puppy and have a lovely afternoon nap whenever you need to.
    warmest wishes :)
    ali

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  22. Oh my gosh! Congratulations, Leslie!! Such wonderful news -- I'm smiling as I type this!!

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  23. Nice work! I thought as much.... Congratulations.

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  24. i couldn't be happier for you! i suspected the tiredness would be explained by as much, and am so happy i was right. yay!

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  25. Congratulation! That's fabulous news! Now you can sit back and enjoy some pampering from your relatives, while you do the hard work of growing the new little one.

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  26. Anonymous8:25 am

    Hugs, hugs, hugs and congratulations!!! :-) A few posts ago you mentioned being exhausted and I started wondering if maybe . . . :-)

    Wishing you a healthy pregnancy. Take it easy in the first Trimester.

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  27. Oh what wonderful news. Keep well my friend..

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  28. Leslie that's fantastic news. have a good rest and take it easy...and let us know your address in 7 months ;) so we can all send you something.

    Have a nice Christmas.

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  29. Anonymous10:44 am

    Congratulations to you and your guy!
    Take care of yourself and try to get lots of rest- what a wonderful christmas gift for you both.
    I see lots of posts in the new year of baby crafting :)

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  30. congratulations! rest, eat well and be pampered! -kb

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  31. I was thinking about you the other day when I found out a couple I know who have been going through their own set of fertility problems announced they were having twins! OH I am so so happy for the both of you. Get some sea bands...those ugly wrist pulse point thingys for the sickness. They helped me SO much. I didn't just have morning sickness I had all day sickness for like 3 months! Smiling SO big for you right now!!!!

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  32. Congratulations Leslie. This is such a gorgeous announcement to finish off the year. The really positive side to all of the morning sickness and tiredness is very symptomatic of a baby very firmly nestled in your womb. Enjoy this journey and I hope all travels well with the this little one. Have a Great Christmas with your partner and family! Take Care.

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  33. Anonymous11:56 am

    I'm so excited for you! I was hoping that was the reason for tiredness and lack of posts. Even though early pregnancy is tiring and surreal-feeling it's such an amazing time. I hope it all goes smoothly and you can enjoy your last Christmas as non-parents :)

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  34. Anonymous12:50 pm

    what truly wonderful news for you both! best, best wishes and hope the ride isn't too bumpy to the destination. :) kirsten @ assemblage.

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  35. I'm a relatively new reader to your blog, so I feel honored to be part of the group that gets to hear your good news. Congratulations!

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  36. Well done! And even though you're not feeling great enjoy that time resting while you can cause you'll never get to rest like that again once the little one arrives!

    Will keep fingers crossed for healthy pregnancy and bub.

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  37. and there it is. THE announcement. my heart is so full of sweet baby happiness for you. the fickle tummy will all be worth it when you get to snuggle your wee little babe. you will be in my thoughts daily. enjoy this moment. this pregnancy moment. cheers to a healthy bean! love, lindsay

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  38. i knew that vacation you took would spark up some much needed relaxation!!!... such incredibly wonderful news, leslie! all the best to you and yours. j

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  39. Oh my god! I have actual tears in my eyes. I am sooooo happy for you guys. Can't wait to see you. Must give Twiglet gift! x

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  40. this is wonderful news Leslie! Wishing the best for the rest of your pregnancy, enjoy every moment of it.. and have some rest while you can xx

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  41. congratulations! the tired part is supposed to end soon, but I think I spent a lifetime on the couch watching the boob tube while I was pregnant. You will here it many times, I'm sure, but sleep now. sleep.

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  42. Oh that is wonderful news - I hope it is smooth baby growing for you .
    Many congratulations1

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  43. ooh, all the best!!

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  44. Anonymous7:08 am

    Much love to you!

    Suzanne*

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  45. Hi Leslie,

    Just wanted to say that your oobee made the front page of etsy...I couldn't find your email address but it's the one by yaelfran (in case you miss it)

    I made a copy of it so email me if you'd like the pic :)

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  46. can i just say...in the kitchen this morning.....you had 'the glow' *smiles* I think you look great, even if you feel like crapola.

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  47. Anonymous1:07 pm

    such beautiful news. wishing you all the best for the next seven months. and, of course, beyond...

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  48. Anonymous5:08 pm

    Congratulations.
    Take care of yourself for the next 7 months and don't over do it.
    I can highly reccomend babies they are a lot of work but bring you immense joy for the rest of your days.
    My Grandson turns 1 this weekend I wish they stayed babies for longer.

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  49. Oooooh!! I'm sending you lots of baby hugs. Congratulations to you both and i hope the next 7 months go as smooth as possible.

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  50. How amazing! Congrats, Leslie! You must be so excited.

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  51. Yay for you!! Very happy congratulations indeed :)

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  52. Congratulations!
    I guess that`s a little Christmas miracle, don`t you think?

    I`m very, very happy for you! You are blessed!

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  53. Oh wow that's so exciting for you, wonderful christmas present. I wish you both all the best. Congratulations!

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  54. Anonymous7:55 am

    Hmm, this is awkward. I'm very excited to read the news but feel like I shouldn't have (I was trying to find Em's blog). Congratulations!! I can't wait to tell everyone else at work (just kidding). And just for the record...I did not give you this sickness!

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  55. Anonymous8:29 am

    congratulations! what a wonderful little Christmas present, the best I might say.

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  56. That is so very wonderful! We've been trying for a long time, too, and I really hope that someday I'll be able to write a similar post, sharing such blessed news!

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  57. Anonymous2:59 am

    ALL the best for you!!!!!!!!!

    Love*

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  58. Anonymous3:19 am

    Congrats, beautiful woman! Happy Pregnancy!

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  59. Congratulations!! I haven't been visiting all my favorite blogs lately and it seems like I've missed out on so much. I hope that all goes well with your baby. Be well! :)

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