A New Addition to the Herd

Dear PT Friends,
Things have been pretty bleak lately, since Binx, and I just haven't felt the same...about life, PT, everything, really. And, I have 'put off' telling you all of some positive things going on in my life. While I can't say for sure the cloud has lifted, I do find myself preparing for the next stage in my life- mommyhood. In September, I will be welcoming a little hooman into the world. At 38, this will be quite a shock for my house/life/world, but, one that I am excited about. I am about 4 months along, right now, and already feeling awkward. The sickness and sheer exhaustion part seem mainly out of the way, but, I still feel pretty tired much of the time. I am not quite ready for maternity clothes, but, my normal clothes are very, very tight.

The best news is Lillycat is retiring at the end of this year, and will be a stay at home Grammy! Since she raised 8 of us, I have no doubt she will do wonders with my child. This should free her up to do more posting on PT, right?

While I do NOT anticipate posting pics of my ever expanding tum-tum (lest some of you type *rub*rub*rub*), I will keep you updated as to the cool stuff (namely the gender!!!). I have had one ultrasound done already, due to my age and size, thank God, it was determined there was just one in this litter. I am not doing any additional testing, my choice, but, want to know the gender at the first available opportunity! I think that is still 5 weeks off.

So, my quietness has been two fold, and will probably continue for awhile, but, I wanted you all to know what is going on with me.

Johanna

*RUB*RUB*RUB*

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Congratulation......................Mom!!! :D

:eek: :eek: :eek: :eek: :eek: CONGRATS !!!!!!!!!!

I have happy tears in my eyes for you :)

Good luck on your first litter! Glad its a small one ;)

::rub rub rub::


CONGRATS! I feel like it's my sister who is expecting! I'm so exited!!!!

Ash :D

Aww Johanna, that's wonderful news! Congratulations!! :D I'm sure you can cope with a little new one - and your herd too! ;)

Looking forward to hear updates - and to see Lilycat back as well. :)

Enjoy this precious time! :)

Hi Mommy Catapault. :D Well its no surprise for me cause I've known for ages :p, he he, but congrats!!! I still can't believe you're going to be a MOMMY!!!!

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Prepare for a Monte, WITHOUT FUR! :p

I THINK I SEE A BABY SHOWER IN OUR FUTURE!

That is just great news Johanna. Please take good care of yourself and rest lots.

Blessings on your head" and congratulations!

I think August 21 would be a good day to have a baby. A little early but it has a nice ring to it! :D :D

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Originally posted by aly
:eek: :eek: :eek: :eek: :eek: CONGRATS !!!!!!!!!!
I have happy tears in my eyes for you :)
Good luck on your first litter! Glad its a small one ;)

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Couldn't have said it better, Aly!

Wow, Jo, congratulations!!! I can't wait to see pics of him/her surrounded by black & white tuxies.

Heee,heee, she/he isn't even near to being born yet and already I can see the pic of an adorable baby, dressed in a mini tuxedo surrounded, by furry tuxedos. :D :D

:) + :D

WOW! NEAT! WUNNERFULL!!

A mini-2-Legger joining the Herd!!

THIS otta Liven Things Up with the 4-Paw Members of the Herd!

BABY Food to "share"!

Hey - BABY SHOWER... :cool:

We could Fit dat In on Memorial Day Sunday!! :D

Are You and Mom gonna come *willingly* -
Or am I gonna have to DRAG you there!?? :p

Ahhhh... the "Patter" of lil FOOTsie-Prints!!

"lil-Cat" will be the only Kid on the Block
with a THOUSAND God-Parents!!

God BLESS You, Joh!:)

We need to think of the perfect state name for Johanna's baby! :D AND............her/his first outfit, should be BLACK AND WHITE!!! :D

***hugs*** to Mommy Catapault :p

:eek: :D :D CONGATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!

I'm so happy for you!
:D

:Rub::Rub::Rub:

Thanks, Guys! Wouldn't you all fall over if I did name the baby after a state name? I don't think I will be doing that. I have some names going on in my mind, but, am always open to suggestions. (Lily, Parker, Olivia...)

As to the black and white outfit, it is a GREAT idea for next years Christmas card! he he he....I have had a few 'suggestions' about how to keep cats out of cribs...and, I hope it won't bother Minnie that she will be sharing her room and closet with a baby. Never know, this might push Minnie out of the closet, and into the rest of the house.

No RUBS!!!!!

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Hey, Congrats!!! i'm so happy for you!!:D
do you want a boy or a girl?
my money's on boy:p