It was hard to tell the top from the bottom. But somewhere near the middle of that blob we saw a tiny, perfect, beating heart. I felt my husband's kiss on my temple as the tech turned up the sound and we heard it, as familiar, urgent, and mysterious as a horse's galloping hooves. I didn't realize until then that I'd held my breath for over 4 weeks.
I'm 8 weeks pregnant.
space opera
[ March 07, 2005, 01:41 PM: Message edited by: Space Opera ]
Posted by adam613 (Member # 5522) on :
Posted by BannaOj (Member # 3206) on :
YAY!!!
AJ
Posted by ketchupqueen (Member # 6877) on :
Congratulations! And may he or she grow healthy and strong.
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Posted by Farmgirl (Member # 5567) on :
Whoopee!!!!
our prayers for you and a healthy pregnancy....
Farmgirl
Posted by Scott R (Member # 567) on :
Congratulations!
Posted by Hobbes (Member # 433) on :
(((((SO)))))
Hobbes Posted by mackillian (Member # 586) on :
Posted by Teshi (Member # 5024) on :
Oh My Goodness! Congratulations! Posted by Raia (Member # 4700) on :
Aaaah! Ya-a-ay! (((((Operas))))) That's fantastic! Yay! Congratulations!!
Posted by Beren One Hand (Member # 3403) on :
Be fruitful and multiply the meme that is Hatrack.
Um... I meant congratulations. Posted by Megan (Member # 5290) on :
Congratulations! Posted by dkw (Member # 3264) on :
*offers virtual pickles and ice cream*
Posted by Zeugma (Member # 6636) on :
Yay!! That gave me chills!!
Posted by MyrddinFyre (Member # 2576) on :
Wowee! Congrats! Posted by TomDavidson (Member # 124) on :
It's never too early to start signing -- and singing -- to your blob.
Posted by beatnix19 (Member # 5836) on :
congratulations!
I found a blob too. But it was in my nose and I had to get rid of it. Yours is much cooler! Posted by Space Opera (Member # 6504) on :
Thanks, everyone! Baby is due around October 16th.
My OB says everything looks great and that the risk of a loss significantly lessens after cardiac activity has been confirmed, which was of course great news to us.
The funny part is that they want you to have a full bladder for the ultrasound. I have a *tiny* bladder, even when not pregnant, but went ahead and followed the instructions. By the time we got there I had been holding 32 ounces of water for 90 minutes and was close to tears because I had to go so badly. The doc took one look at me and sent me to the bathroom. She said to ignore the instructions next time.
space opera
Posted by Miro (Member # 1178) on :
That's awesome!
Posted by Ela (Member # 1365) on :
Congrats.
Hope all goes well. Posted by TheTick (Member # 2883) on :
Woohoo!
Posted by Dagonee (Member # 5818) on :
Woohoo!
Posted by Belle (Member # 2314) on :
Sweetheart, major congrats to you!
I know that feeling, that anxious waiting to confirm that heartbeat, and the absolute flood of relief and joy.
I'm so glad to hear all is well.
Best wishes for a happy and healthy pregnancy and baby opera!
Posted by Shepherd (Member # 7380) on :
May the powers that be and all other helpful things stand with you and your child. Congratulations
Shepherd
Posted by Stray (Member # 4056) on :
Congratulations Posted by Elizabeth (Member # 5218) on :
Yay!
Posted by Little_Doctor (Member # 6635) on :
*Dances* Congrats!
Posted by Megan (Member # 5290) on :
<silliness>
You know, if it's a boy, you could name him Tommy.
And then he'd be Rock Opera.
</silliness>
Posted by Boon (Member # 4646) on :
Now that is an Operatic announcement!
May you both be healthy.
Posted by Eruve Nandiriel (Member # 5677) on :
Congratulations!
(((((Space Opera and growing family)))))
Posted by Mormo (Member # 5799) on :
Congratulations!
Just remember: it ain't over till you sing. Morbo
Posted by rivka (Member # 4859) on :
Posted by ElJay (Member # 6358) on :
Congrats. Posted by Shepherd (Member # 7380) on :
Mormo did you just call her fat?
Posted by Mormo (Member # 5799) on :
*defensive* Only because her alias has Opera... Morbo
Posted by rivka (Member # 4859) on :
*snicker* Anyone implying Opera is in the same ballpark as "fat" has never met the lady.
In a few months, she may be substantial enough to actually cast a shadow. Posted by Annie (Member # 295) on :
Oh, hooray!
Let me know if you are still interested in some maternity AnniePants. I'd be more than willing.
Posted by Hobbes (Member # 433) on :
What are you going to name the blob?
Hobbes Posted by Boon (Member # 4646) on :
Bloberetta!
Posted by Space Opera (Member # 6504) on :
We've decided on Dorothy for a girl. I like it because it's unusual, and it was Mr. Opera's grandmother's name, whom he loved dearly. She passed away while he was in high school. No clue on the middle. As for a boy name, it will be a fight to the death. Mr. Opera and I have *completely* different opinions on what a good boy's name is. And no, we're not going to find out the gender.
Morbo, I shall be gloriously fat! I've actually got a quite noticeable belly already though I've only gained about a pound and a half. I think it's the combo of being thin to begin with and the fact that it's my third child. I can try to sing during labor, but it's possible that I might scream instead. Does that still count?
Annie, I would love maternity Annie pants. I'll try and pick up some capris next week to send to you.
space opera
Posted by Hobbes (Member # 433) on :
Personally I'm a fan of the name: "The Blob", or possibly: "the Blob II: Return of the Blob."
Then again most kids probably wouldn't remember his/her name at school...
Hobbes Posted by Annie (Member # 295) on :
Oh, Dorothy is a fabulous name.
<---- loves grandma names
Posted by Shigosei (Member # 3831) on :
Congratulations on your kid's successful gastrulation!
Posted by beatnix19 (Member # 5836) on :
<-- Proud Father of a daughter with two grandma names.
Sophia Rose
And I believe that I'm not the only proud father of a beautiful girl with that name on this board. Posted by ketchupqueen (Member # 6877) on :
My daughter's name is Emma Rose. Mine is after a song, though, not a grandma.
Rose is a lovely middle name, though, for sure.
Posted by Lime (Member # 1707) on :
Wow! Congrats, SO! Take care of yourselves!
Posted by Dan_raven (Member # 3383) on :
Congratz. One new Jatraquero on the way.
Posted by Book (Member # 5500) on :
Posted by Boon (Member # 4646) on :
My sister has two grandma names...hers make a rather unfortunate name for a child though. Viola Bessie.
Posted by Telperion the Silver (Member # 6074) on :
((((Space Opera))))
YAY!
Posted by peterh (Member # 5208) on :
Congrats!
After reading your first post in this thread, I thought maybe you were my wife. She's due Oct. 14th. Glad to continue reading and see that you've shared more that I'm sure not that she's not moonlighting on this board too. Posted by Miro (Member # 1178) on :
quote:After reading your first post in this thread, I thought maybe you were my wife
That has got to be one of the most hilarious posts on Hatrack! Posted by Corwin (Member # 5705) on :
Wow, I was wondering what a blob really is!
Congratulations! Posted by punwit (Member # 6388) on :
Wonderful news S.O. I've expended some effort trying to envision the charming sobriquet that you'll come up with but have come up empty so far. I'll be looking forward to that and I wish you a healthy and happy pregnancy. Posted by imogen (Member # 5485) on :
Congratulations!
I will keep a look out for baby red sparkly shoes just in case it is a girl. 'Cos every Dorothy needs 'em. Posted by Narnia (Member # 1071) on :
yay Opera family!!!
(I'm glad the secret is officially out. I almost slipped once or twice before I remembered that you probably hadn't let the cat (or the blob) out of the bag!!)
But a heartbeat!! That's even greater news!!
Posted by rivka (Member # 4859) on :
imogen! For shame! Silver shoes!
And you married to an author. Tsk!
Posted by mothertree (Member # 4999) on :
Yay for those who want blobs and have them! Yay for those who have all the blobs they can handle right now and are blob free! Posted by Little_Doctor (Member # 6635) on :
I guess t's a little early to start thinking of names. But I love naming babies!!
Posted by hansenj (Member # 4034) on :
Congratulations! Such great news!
And, Megan, that Tommy joke made me groan... Posted by Allegra (Member # 6773) on :
Congrats!! Posted by ketchupqueen (Member # 6877) on :
rivka, I thought they were pearl shoes. Posted by Derrell (Member # 6062) on :
Congratulations.
Posted by School4ever (Member # 5575) on :
Nope, silver slippers.
Posted by rivka (Member # 4859) on :
Silver shoes. Posted by quidscribis (Member # 5124) on :
Yay!!!! Congrats and may your blob turn into something a little less blob-like! Posted by MaydayDesiax (Member # 5012) on :
Eeeeeek! SO! (((((hug)))) I'm so happy for you! How are your other two reacting to a little brother or sister?
Posted by Megan (Member # 5290) on :
hansenj: Posted by Vána (Member # 6593) on :
Congratulations! Posted by dread pirate romany (Member # 6869) on :
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