Well, there you have it…we’re having a boy! He flexed for us multiple times to show off his monstrous muscles. Steve likes to think that it comes from him, Hallie’s convinced it’s her muscles that were passed on to the baby, and when we talk about her new baby brother she always brings up the muscles, and flexes herself! She’s a kick in the pants sometimes!
I was a little surprised by the idea of a boy. For some reason or other, I had done a great job of thoroughly convincing myself that we were having a girl. I knew what the nursery would look like, I had a name, I envisioned little tea parties between the two girls, I was really excited. Needless to say, I was a little taken back when we found out that tangerine and pink stripe would not be a good combination for the baby’s room. Steve was giddy, he couldn’t stop smiling. He’s been talking about this boy forever, “Me and my boy…” (tune out the rest of the phrase every time.) He made such a big deal about having this boy, I didn’t want Hallie to fall by the wayside. He has been so good to do his cute daddy daughter dates with her, I don’t want that to change and I’m afraid by having a boy it will. I understand all homes need a little boy to complete the picture- I just thought ours would be coming a little later.
It took a good day to wrap my head around this idea. We’re going to have a little boy. We’re going to now stop shopping in the doll department and start buying trucks and cars. We’re going to have a future priesthood holder. We will have a little scout! It’s all so foreign to me. Steve on the other hand felt the same way about Hallie, girls were just a bit foreign to him and yet I see how he plays with her and loves her. Regardless of unfamiliarity- there is an unconditional love. We found out Friday afternoon, and by the time Saturday afternoon rolled around I was becoming comfortable with the idea. By the time I showed up to work at PBK Saturday night I had hit the excited stage. I did a little shopping for some clothing- which by the way- girls are so much more fun to shop for, but I suppose a boy will be cheaper to clothe! And the girls at work were so fun and so energetic about going through colors and quilts for a boys room. I’m excited at what I came home with for bedding- I’ll post pictures later, (who am I kidding, it will probably be after the baby is born, that’s the time table I’m working on!!)
Today is Sunday- and I’m excited, excited for another dimension to be added to the family. Excited that we know, what a different feeling it is just to know one way or the other. And while I really would like another girl later on, for right now we’re going to tag team this family 2 on 2, and we’ll most definitely enjoy the process.
Oh my goodness that is exciting! Maybe Hallie can teach him a thing or two about nutrition and what "bugs" to eat! Congrats, we are so excited for you!
CONGRATS guys! I'm so excited for you. So great to have one of each and whatever you get after that is icing on the cake. I'm so excited…especially for Steve! Can't wait to meet this little guy.
Congratulations!!! I can't wait to see you in August!
Congrats again! Just think, you will only have to take one girl shopping and Steve and little man can play baseball at home. Maybe the fighting will be less because they won't want the same toy. Well, it hasn't worked for me, but, maybe you will be luckier than us. Happy boy hunting! What's the name? Steve-O jr.?
Hey, that's exciting. I was just holding a little boy at church yesterday and found myself thinking, "I hope our next child is a boy." That is not an announcement, just a thought for the future. Wow, that will be fun and I know you are secretly happy to do as much shopping as needed!! You're always a trooper when it comes to shopping! Call me sometime, girly! Congratulations. –Chris
YES! Congratulations! Like I told Annie, strap on your skates…boys are wild! You're going to LOVE it though! 🙂
Congrats guys! We are really excited for your little boy to come. YEAH!!!!
Yay for little boys! You will love having a boy Kara. (Not that I know too much about it!) I am so excited for you guys. What lucky kids Hallie and baby boy are to have you and Steve as parents. So exciting! So I really want to give you a call! Email me your cell number at [email protected]! We need to catch up!
Yeah, a boy! Congratulations!
Okay you'll LOVE it!!! Boys are so fun. Zack was making car noises before he was talking. Plus, just think…only one hair do to do before church. Can't beat that.
Congrats!
PS – You'll definitely get over the shopping for boys thing…you'll find plenty of cool things to buy for him!
Marva just told me yesterday that you were even expecting and found out its a boy! You will LOVE the LITTLE BOY…they are so FUN and so CUTE…its amazing how their little personalities are already ALL boy by 4 months! I'm so dang excited for you and Steve…and Hallie to have a baby brother to boss around 🙂
Kara, boys are the best!! I LOVE having a little boy. I definitely want a girl eventually, but I just love the world of boys. I admit, I felt the same way when I found out. I thought I was having a girl and was excited. And then when she said it was a boy, I was a little taken back for a minute. But then I got over it and I couldn't be happier! Congrats!
Jake and I are really excited for you guys. I hope you don't mind but we added you guys to our blog list.
I love that he is flexing. The best thing about having a boy is that YOU will be his world and he will be your #1 Fan!! Congrats y'all.
You know how excited we are for you. It's great to get our first picture of him. He's darling!
Oh yeah, I was going to tell Steve… the name Jack is yours if you want it! We wouldn't mind at all. After all, it is the cutest boys name you could come up with! 🙂 Love you guys!
Congrats Kara and Steve. Colby and I are super excited for you!! You will love having a boy. They seem so much easier. Any names picked out yet????
I'm a little late on the game but congrats! You'll love having a little boy and they definitely are cheaper to clothe than a girl. We are excited for you and your growing family!