Thursday, November 3, 2011

HALFWAY THERE...



...till Collin and I meet our sweet baby daughter, and Harper and Riley meet their sister. Words can't even explain the love and joy I already have for my baby girl and I pray so hard that we have the same mother and daughter bond that I had with my amazing mom. When I lost her just 4 years ago, and just 10 short years after losing my wonderful dad,  I developed major attachment issues.  I had no idea of those issues until Harper was born.  My love for him was so incredibly overwhelming that I never left his side. We have been attached at the the hip for the past 3.5 years.  In fact, the Santa Barbara trip was the very first time I have EVER left him overnight.  I wanted to give him my undivided attention for his infant and toddler years before even considering another baby and feel so blessed that I've been able to give him my all for those precious years.   Obviously, the baby fever did eventually start to hit once he started pre-school, and when I realized how silly I looked trying to carry him on my hip like a little baby everywhere I went.  I am now ready to share the love I have for Harper with our little girl. She is such a special gift to our whole family and I can't wait for this next chapter to unfold!
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35 comments:

  1. TessaNovember 3, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    Incredible! Congratulations!! To all of you!! Best wishes for the second half of your pregnancy!!! Harper is going to make a great big brother!! You lucky girl, you!! xo, Tessa

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  2. greta ottNovember 3, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    congratulations grace! I am so excited for you.

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  3. Kara Hebert karamhebert@gmail.comNovember 3, 2011 at 4:01 PM

    Grace,
    I am SO filled with joy for you! What wonderful news. I know the pain - I lost my Dad tragically 2 yrs ago and 8 mos later my mom got cancer. But your parents will live on in your precious children and their legacy. What a beautiful thing! God bless you!!
    Kara

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  4. the gardener's cottageNovember 3, 2011 at 4:20 PM

    congratulations grace. what a sweet story. congratulations to your whole beautiful family!

    xo
    janet

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  5. SDRachelNovember 3, 2011 at 4:27 PM

    Congratulations!! I found your blog about a month ago and have been enjoying perusing your SoCal design. :) Can't wait to see what you come up with for a little girl!

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  6. AnonymousNovember 3, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    Congratulations - what a blessing!

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  7. marisa/peoniesandpuppydogtailsNovember 3, 2011 at 5:36 PM

    Congratulations!!!! Very happy for you and your family! AND I LOVE reading your blog. We have identical taste!

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  8. Emily AnnNovember 3, 2011 at 6:21 PM

    Congrats!! :)

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  9. Fern and FeatherNovember 3, 2011 at 6:45 PM

    I am so excited for you guys!!! sooooo amazing!! a little girl! oxoxo

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  10. Karin GrowNovember 3, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    Congratulations Grace! Such exciting news.

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  11. juliannaNovember 3, 2011 at 9:09 PM

    Congratulations!!!

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  12. BreNovember 3, 2011 at 9:11 PM

    Congrats to you and your family... and I imagine she will be a very well dressed little girl! :)

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  13. Tiffany LarsonNovember 3, 2011 at 9:39 PM

    Congratulations Grace, I can't wait to see how you decorate your baby girl's room!

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  14. lizziefitzNovember 4, 2011 at 5:58 AM

    I knew it!!! I am so excited for you! And us , I can just imagine all the baby girl posts;)

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  15. daninotesNovember 4, 2011 at 6:30 AM

    Congratulations! So exciting!

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  16. MinaNovember 4, 2011 at 7:14 AM

    Congratulations Grace! What an exciting time for you and your family :)

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  17. AnonymousNovember 4, 2011 at 7:54 AM

    wow, that's fantastic news! I can't imagine a day without my own two greatest gifts jack and layla....you will love having a baby girl! The perfect accompaniment to a boy, or as they say, the million dollar family! Congrats from vancouver island!!!
    beth

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  18. Studio Yuko Jones November 4, 2011 at 8:40 AM

    Congratulations! How exciting! This is my first time commenting here, but just wanted to let you know that I have 2 boys (3 yrs old and 2 mos old) and I absolutely love it. My days are busy and hectic (I'm staying at home with kids), but it's much funner having two than just one. It's also nice to see how my older one cares for the baby, wanting to giving hugs and kisses. Best of luck with the rest of your pregnancy, and looking forward to meeting your baby girl!

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  19. AnonymousNovember 4, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    Oh how wonderful! Congratulations Grace!

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  20. ~Grace Happens~November 4, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    Thank you all so much for taking the time out to send a comment my way! I am truly touched by your stories, sentiments and sweet words. I feel so blessed to be able to share this next chapter with you all! Much love to all of you! xoxo

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  21. The Swanky SocialiteNovember 4, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    Congratulations!!! What exciting times lie ahead for you!!! Hope you are feeling good!

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  22. the girl is crafteeNovember 4, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    Yay! How exciting for you! Harper is going to be a great big brother. So sweet. We should get together soon!
    xo,
    Amber

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  23. mbwNovember 4, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    Congratulations!!! I think we are about the same as I am 20 weeks with our first - a boy! We are so excited to meet him and are already dreaming of having a daughter too! What a blessing for you guys!

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  24. Heather FeemsterNovember 4, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    Congrats Grace! I'm so incredibly happy for you!!!! xo

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  25. AnonymousNovember 4, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    Congrats! What a lucky little girl!

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  26. JuliaNovember 4, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    Congratulations! I have a two year old daughter and little girls are absolutely precious. Oh, and so much fun to dress.

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  27. chiaraNovember 4, 2011 at 1:24 PM

    One of each! Excellent! Congratulations! [All these exclamation points, but they are warranted :o)].

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  28. annie@mostlovelythingsNovember 4, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    Congratulations Grace! My kids are 4.5 years apart and it was wonderful having all that time with each...just like you'll have. Think of all those monograms for a baby girl...and a new room to decorate!

    xo
    annie

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  29. Freckles ChickNovember 4, 2011 at 8:49 PM

    Awwww Grace!! Congratulations on baby girl! What a blessing. Wishing you happy & healthy months ahead from the bottom of my heart! =]

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  30. ErinNovember 5, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    Congrats, Grace! I've enjoyed reading your blog for some time and look forward to future posts. I'm also expecting a baby girl and would love to know what your top baby items are... maybe a future blog post?! Enjoy this exciting time!

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  31. travelkateNovember 5, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    Congrats! I so enjoy your blog and can't wait to see how you decorate for your baby girl! I am pregnant right now with a girl too (my first :) due in Feb!

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  32. julia wheelerNovember 6, 2011 at 3:00 PM

    WOW!!! congratulations!! so excited for you!!

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  33. Carrie EdwardsNovember 7, 2011 at 5:41 PM

    Congratulations to you and your family! What an exciting time in your lives.

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  34. MarianneNovember 11, 2011 at 10:28 PM

    Congratulations to you and your beautiful family! I'm sure you will have so much fun decorating the nursery for you baby girl. Looking forward to following along!

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  35. Pink WallpaperNovember 19, 2011 at 4:29 AM

    i am so happy for you grace!!

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