When is an early Mother's day gift the best Christmas present you'll ever get?
...Give up?
Well...before I tell you, let me begin at the beginning.(I actually was trying to wait to do this post until the day before Mother's day, but I just can't wait a single. minute. longer. I fear I will burst)
The newest newlywed is a planner by nature. Always has been. Born on her due date, not crazy about surprises, makes lists. Doesn't lose them.
She thinks things completely through, every move is a purposeful decision, big or small. By her own definition, she's a "planner". Definitely not one to simply "wing it" or fly by the seat of her pants, like her older sister, and younger brother.
Now, don't get me wrong, I'm not saying she isn't adventuresome; quite the contrary. She's my cutie patootie that's a world traveler, (even going to Morocco while living in Spain, shortly after 9/11 when I told her not to go) and the one who invited her baby brother to get tattooed together. (much to my horror) What I am saying is that those things were well thought out, and carefully planned, even if they were not Mom approved.
She's the middle child, so she's used to sharing, and compromising, and not necessarily getting to be the center of attention all that often. Seldom does she get the opportunity to be the "first", and she's fine with that.
I think that's what makes this all the more special. It's her time, their time, to bask in the thrill of being first, on both sides of the family, and share their joy and excitement with the entire family.
So, I'll pose the question again.
"When is an early Mother's day gift the best Christmas present you'll ever get?"
That's easy. It's when they give you one of these.
After all the squealing and jumping and hugging I did in Chili's restaurant when they gave me this fabulous little present, I did some quick math. (With my birthday in December, and my son's birthday in December, it wasn't all that hard.)
They laughingly admitted that with all of the planning, the due date was the one thing that they never even thought about. They just knew they wanted to start their family right away, so the planning began.
*Sigh* I can't think of a better Christmas present in the whole. wide. world.
Such perfect news.... congratulations!!!! I'm so pleased for you
Victoria xxx
Posted by: Victoria | May 02, 2008 at 02:39 AM
Enjoy! Being a grandma really is special and so different from being a mom. I am thoroughly enjoying it - it has only been 7 weeks since our Hannah was born! What fun but also such an emotionally exciting time that I never fully comprehended before. It's the best!
Posted by: Sue | May 02, 2008 at 03:13 AM
Oh, wow, Tracey!!! A big huge congrats to you and your daughter and son-in-law! That's terrific news! :o)
I have to say, being the mother of all boys, I absolutely dream of the day when they marry, start their family, and I selfishly have the chance to "mother" a baby girl. Not that I'll terribly disappointed if we end up with all grandsons, but, hey, what's the chance of that happening???
Again, congratulations to you and your family. What a wonderful surprise present!
Carla
Posted by: Carla | May 02, 2008 at 03:40 AM
How wonderful. I'm so happy for you all.
Congrats!
Posted by: Holly C | May 02, 2008 at 04:06 AM
Congratulations, Grandma!!! How exciting...a new little one to love!!! Have fun designing the nursery and planning the shower. My oldest was a honeymoon baby too!
Posted by: Cheryl | May 02, 2008 at 04:09 AM
OH! This will certainly open up a whole new world for you! I'm patiently waiting for the day when I can say the same!
Posted by: Robin~Thrifty Miss Priss | May 02, 2008 at 04:28 AM
What a wonderful story, CONGRATS!!!!
Posted by: Angela | May 02, 2008 at 04:30 AM
Well congratulations there Grandma!!! How very exciting for you!!
Yes, I would agree, it's about the best Mother's Day/Christmas present one could ever receive!!
Blessings,
Sher
Posted by: sherscreativeexpressions | May 02, 2008 at 04:31 AM
Congratulations, Tracey!
As wonderful of a mother you were...you'll be "grander" one this time. Congrats, Grandma!
Posted by: Connie | May 02, 2008 at 04:31 AM
Oh, Tracey, congrats!! You're gonna be a GREAT grammy!!!! ;)
Posted by: suzanne | May 02, 2008 at 04:47 AM
Congratulations! What a perfect way to tell you! Oh the fun you will have. :-) Rosie
Posted by: Rosie's Whimsy | May 02, 2008 at 05:00 AM
What wonderful news!!!
Congratulations!
Posted by: Dawn | May 02, 2008 at 05:11 AM
That is some wonderful news. I know that you have been wanting those grandbabies for a while and now you will be getting one at Christmas. How exciting. When I told my mom that I was pregnant (15 yrs. ago) I gave her a brag book. The look on her face was priceless. Since I am an only child (and have an only child) she was very excited. I am happy for you!
Posted by: Melanie | May 02, 2008 at 05:14 AM
What better gift indeed! Such wonderful news, you must be beside yourself with excitement. Congratulations to you all! You'll make a wonderful grandmother, and yes, I can't wait to see the nursery too!!! LOL
Does the blue bib mean it's a boy or do they know yet?
HAPPY MOTHERS DAY!!!
tina
Posted by: tinam61 | May 02, 2008 at 05:22 AM
Congrats!! Can't wait to see the lead up the nursery decor....woohoo!
Posted by: Kim Jaramillo | May 02, 2008 at 05:24 AM
Congratulations Tracy; I know this must be the best possible gift and you will be a spectacular grandmother I am sure.
Janet
Posted by: Janet | May 02, 2008 at 05:27 AM
Congratulations! You HAVE to keep that darling robin's egg blue highchair now. This will be one lucky little one surrounded by so much love.
Best,
Kathy
Posted by: kathy | May 02, 2008 at 05:56 AM
Congrats, Congrats, Congrats!!!
I am a grandma to 3 and half! G-babe #4 is due at the end of July. Every year we get a new grandbaby LOL They are so much fun. Everyone says more fun than having your own, but I have to say that being a Mom was my best fun job ever! So, being a Nanna is great but still second.
Looking forward to all those neat ideas you will come up with for the baby shower. I am ordering your templates (one of my daughters has PayPal and she is doing it for me for Mother's Day!).
Posted by: Lorraine | May 02, 2008 at 05:59 AM
How wonderful, the joy of being a grammie is unexplainable. You have been Blessed.
Posted by: sharon | May 02, 2008 at 06:05 AM
I am so happy for you and your family, Tracey! You are going to be a wonderful grandma! And best wishes to your daughter for a healthy, easy pregnancy.
Posted by: Shari | May 02, 2008 at 06:09 AM
Oh yes that is wonderful news!! I remember telling my mother-in-law about our last baby - we gave her the pregnancy test wrapped up - on April 1st. She thought it was a joke until she looked at my face. I wasn't too excited since my 2nd baby was only 7 months old at the time. I had been telling her oh no I'm not pregnant - not for a long time. Guess I was wrong. Too funny!
Posted by: Joanna | May 02, 2008 at 06:11 AM
OMGOODNESS, Tracey!!!! Congratulations sweetie!!!! You will be the most amazing grandmother ever!! What an exciting time for your family ~ I'm so very happy for you all ~ much love & baby kisses to come! xxoo, Dawn
Posted by: Dawn | May 02, 2008 at 06:18 AM
Tracey,
You knew you were moving into another phase of your life...you just didn't realize it would be so lovely!
Congratulations and hugs to everyone ;)
Cassie
Posted by: Mockingbird Hill | May 02, 2008 at 06:38 AM
Congratulations! Wow, that is so exciting! I am so happy for all of you!
Both my kids have birthdays in December too!
Posted by: Cindy ~ My Romantic Home | May 02, 2008 at 06:45 AM
What exciting news. Oh just think of all the events and parties you can plan now!
Posted by: Barbara | May 02, 2008 at 07:06 AM
You are going to LOVE being a grandma. Congratulations to you and your daughter and her husband. There's just nothing like it. You will truly be a grand mother! Can't wait to see all the things you do between now and the time this little one arrives in your arms. ~Adrienne~
Posted by: Adrienne | May 02, 2008 at 07:08 AM
Congratulations! What a fun way to share the news!
Posted by: Shannon | May 02, 2008 at 07:14 AM
Congratulations! I had a Christmas baby myself, so I know how exciting that can be!! You'll be a great grandmom!!
Posted by: Cathy | May 02, 2008 at 07:19 AM
Congratulations, Tracey!! But.....do you remember the cards post, and I asked if the "baby" cards meant anything?? How prophetic!
Posted by: Toni in Tyler | May 02, 2008 at 07:20 AM
Tracey, I'm so happy for you. David and I had been married 1 week and 1 day when my daughter and SIL gave us the news in a restaurant that after 7 years of being married (and 2 years of "trying") they were expecting! The next month we found out it was twins! The month after that we found out a boy and girl....heaven on earth, let me tell you!!! The little angels will be 4 on May 21st so our world has really changed. This is certainly a new chapter in your life, one you will marvel at and soak up....how can such a little thing take up so much room in your heart. Can't wait to see all the new ideas you will come up with for this precious gift from heaven.
Judy
Posted by: Judy | May 02, 2008 at 07:30 AM
I have goose bumps Tracey!
I am so excited for you!
Oh my gosh... being a gramma is the best feeling in the whole world!
Have a fun weekend,
Hugz,
Dolly
P.S. I love the way they told you too!
Posted by: from my cherry heart | May 02, 2008 at 07:30 AM
C-O-N-G-R-A-T-U-L-A-T-I-O-N-S!!!!!!!!!!!!
WITH LOVE AND BEST WISHES
Posted by: heartartz | May 02, 2008 at 07:32 AM
What an absolutely wonderful event. I'm so tickled for all of you.
Posted by: June | May 02, 2008 at 07:37 AM
No one can ever tell you how wonderful to hold your grandchild for the first time. You will absolutely LOVE being a Grandma! My only granchild will be 5 this month and I tell you - she is the sunshine of our lives! God bless your growing family.
Posted by: Audrey | May 02, 2008 at 07:40 AM
What absolutely positivily wonderful news!!!!
Congratulations!!!
Posted by: meghan | May 02, 2008 at 07:44 AM
I'm a frequent visitor to your lovely blog & I just had to stop & say "Congratulations!" You are going to have the most fun you have EVER had. Being a grandmother is the greatest! I have 4 (under the age of 10) w/ one on the way & there is nothing I enjoy more than them.
Posted by: cami | May 02, 2008 at 07:48 AM
Wonderful news!!!!
Posted by: lucinda | May 02, 2008 at 07:50 AM
Congratulations! It's the best thing ever, being a grandmother!
Posted by: Jill | May 02, 2008 at 08:00 AM
What a wonderful surprise! Welcome to the world of grandparenting. :)
Posted by: GiantsPrincess | May 02, 2008 at 08:02 AM
Congrats, Tracey, and to your daughter and son in law, too! What a great Christmas present for all of you..even though it won't be a surprise! I hope you all will allow us to follow your journey and celebrate with you!
Posted by: karen | May 02, 2008 at 08:22 AM
Congratulations! What wonderful news! You are going make a great grandmother. I can't wait to see all the projects you'll do for the baby and all the wonderful creations the Sewing Queen will come up with.
Posted by: Katy | May 02, 2008 at 08:22 AM
Congratulations!!! What wonderful news... I see a beautifully decorated nursery in the future! :)
Posted by: A Little Bit of Pink | May 02, 2008 at 08:33 AM
My mother said for me to tell you, "You have just begin to live." That's how special she views being a grandmother... Congratulations... and hugs.
Posted by: Gayla | May 02, 2008 at 08:41 AM
Congrats! I had an idea what it might be....keep us updated! Can't wait to see what you come up with for a baby shower!
Posted by: janae | May 02, 2008 at 08:44 AM
Oh, YAY!!! I got all teary eyed as I read because I knew what was coming. What a blessing for you & your family.
I can't wait to see what you do for the baby shower....!
Posted by: Kim | May 02, 2008 at 08:49 AM
Oh what wonderful news! My heart is bursting with happiness for you!
Lorrie
Posted by: Lorrie | May 02, 2008 at 08:51 AM
Awww how cute congradulations!!
Posted by: Julie | May 02, 2008 at 09:15 AM
Wow! I'm so excited and happy for you! You are going to love spoiling the little bundle of joy.
Posted by: Cyndi | May 02, 2008 at 09:18 AM
What a great post! Congratulations!...Donna
Posted by: An Enchanted Cottage | May 02, 2008 at 10:30 AM
What a happy, happy day! Congrats! Our first born was a December baby too! Now he's 20! but oh what fun it was to share the news with friends and family. I'm SO happy for you, your daughter and son-in-law. Ditto on the posts about baby nursery decor, party planning and such....Can't wait to follow along ......
Posted by: patinamarie | May 02, 2008 at 10:34 AM