I just can't keep this secret for one more minute!

[rbnyc]

I wasn't going to say anything until I reach 3 months. Well, that's only 5 days away. And I've known for ages!

I did let it spill in a thread yesterday when someone said that straights should have preferential treatment in adoption, which made me pretty mad, but that's another story.

The real story is, I'm pregnant. I've seen the heartbeat. So far everything is fine. I'll officially be 3 months pregnant on Wednesday and I really wasn't going to say anything until then. As many of you know, last time I was pregnant, I was so excited that I told the entire world when I was only 6 weeks along. Then at 10 weeks I was in a horrible car accident and lost the baby soon after. You were all SO SUPPORTIVE and WONDERFUL during that incredibly difficult time.

Being pregnant again seriously makes everything better. My husband and I are so happy.

Anyway, I couldn't wait any longer to share the news with you all.

Thanks for being so great everyone. (And I do mean everyone, even the folks who make me mad sometimes. I make people mad sometimes too, and every once in a while it's actually 'cause I'm wrong.)

:loveya:

[ronnykmarshall]

1. That's wonderful!

:loveya:

Good luck and congrads!

[rbnyc]

7. Thanks ronny! (nt)

[Robb]

2. WOOO HOOOO!!!!

:loveya:

That's FANTASTIC!!

...Time for a Name That Baby thread!! :silly:

[rbnyc]

9. We'll find out the sex...

...in April. If it's a girl, we already have a name. If it's a boy, there will be a name my baby thread for sure.

;-)

[Dookus]

no need

Dookus is a fine name for a boy. Not overused, either.

[rbnyc]

28. LOL

Hmmm. I'll have to think on that.

[GOPisEvil]

3. That's great!!!!!

:party::toast::bounce::hug:

I'm so happy for you and Cliff!

[rbnyc]

12. Thanks so much!

Wish I could give you a big hug in person!

[Pale Blue Dot]

4. WOOOOOOOO HOOOOOOOOOOOOO!

In six months, you will understand why your life has taken the course that it has up to that point. What wonderful news. You've made my day.

CONGRATULATIONS! :bounce::party:

[rbnyc]

15. I'm so glad you're here right now!

I'm already starting to understand. I've thought about what you said so often and it really helped.

Much, much, much love to you!

[Pale Blue Dot]

20. I'm glad I was, too

:hug:

[maddezmom]

5. Congratulations

Many happy and healthy thoughts for you. O8)

[rbnyc]

16. Thanks so much! (nt)

[salinen]

6. Liberal babies

are so cute.

[rbnyc]

17. It'll be great when s/he is old enough

to come with me into the voting booth!

:loveya:

[Blue-Jay]

8. YAY!

Congrats!

[rbnyc]

18. Thanks blue-jay. (nt)

[nothingshocksmeanymore]

10. Congrats, Rene and Cliff..my only regret is that I

did nothing to help you get that way :evilgrin:

Here's to you, Cliff and little NSMA :toast:

[rbnyc]

22. That's my ONE regret too!

LOL

Love you so much! Thanks!

[thom1102]

11. Congrats!!!

This rounds on me! (although if it were real beer, you'ld have to refrain) Here's to a Happy Healthy little rbnyc! May he/she always live under a democratic president!:toast: :beer: :beer: :beer: :beer:

[rbnyc]

26. While we're at it...

...how about a virtual :smoke: !

LOL

Thanks so much.

:loveya:

[Dookus]

13. LOL...

As soon as I saw the headline, I knew what you were gonna say.

I'm so fucking thrilled I could just plotz. They don't make hallmark cards that say that, though, so this will have to do.

Congrats, rene!!!

[rbnyc]

27. plotz!

They SHOULD make a card that says that. I love it.

Thanks so much.

:D

[MuseRider]

14. OMG OMG!

I am SO happy for you. You deserve to have the most wonderful pregnancy on earth. NO morning sickness and NO stretch marks. Oh this is such good news. You have made my day.

:hug: :loveya:

[rbnyc]

30. Well, I'm puking all the time...

...but I don't mind. It's worth it. Thanks so much for your kind thoughts, muse.

:loveya:

[GoddessOfGuinness]

19. That's wonderful news!

Congrats and hugs! :party::hug::party::hug:

[rbnyc]

33. Hugs!

Thanks so much. And thanks for your support through all of this. I'm so looking forward to a happy ending.

:)

[bobthedrummer]

21. Congratulations!

:hi:

[rbnyc]

37. Thanks bob!

Thanks for everything. You're a great friend.

[prolesunited]

23. That's wonderful news!

I am so happy for the two of you! :hug:

Thanks for sharing your joy with us.

[rbnyc]

40. Thank you!

It's s great to have good news to share. I'm still surprised it happened so quickly. It took so long the first time.

:)

[Kahuna]

24. Congratulations. And the best of luck!

:toast:

[rbnyc]

41. Thanks so much.

A new baby, and a Democratic victory in 2004. There's hope for the world.

:)

[supernova]

25. ((((RBNYC))))

Oh that is so wonderful!!! I'm happy for you both!! It's all the sweeter knowing what you went through this past year.

And you have all the prayers and wishes I can send you that this time everthing works out the way it's supposed to. ;-)

:hug:

:bounce: :party: :bounce: :party:

[rbnyc]

42. (((supernova)))

Thanks so much. We can use your prayers for sure. So far, we're both healthy, despite my digestive problems. But so much can happen, it's mind boggling. I'm just trying to stay positive and do everything I can to take good care of us.

:loveya:

[Lizz612]

29. YAY!! Congrats to you!

:hug:
You'll have to tell us what you crave, and how fast your husband gets it for you! Wishing you a healthy pregnancy and a safe, swift delivery!

[rbnyc]

45. Hee Hee

My husband's been great. My big cravings have beet for beets and pears. And I'm pretty turned off by meat. It's wild how everything tastes and smells so different.

Anyway, thanks so much for you kind wishes.

:loveya:

[blondeatlast]

31. WAHOO, Rene! That is the best news I've heard in a while!

I am so happy for ALL of you!

By now, I'm certain someone has provided the wedding link, but if not, I'll find it.

[rbnyc]

47. Oh, good idea.

I don't even have it bookmarked. If you don't come back with it, I'll look for it after I'm done thanking all these awesome DUers...like you!

:loveya:

[rbnyc]

61. Here's one.

Here's the page our friends made:

http://www.slutfishrecords.com/072603.html

There's news footage out there somewhere, but I can't remember the network. Maybe my mom remembers.

[blondeatlast]

74. Neither the photos or the story downloaded. The site above has

all the pertinent stuff anyway.

GRRL, I am SO damn happy for you--wow!

[Rabrrrrrr]

32. YAYYYYYYYYYYYYYY! WOO HOO!! Whoop Whoop Whoop!!

Yee hah!!

Will you name the baby Rabrrrrrr or ZombyMatGOP?

[rbnyc]

35. That's why I was saying depends on how I feel...

...about going out tomorrow night. I've been very sleepy, and puking quite a bit. But I feel better today than I did yesterday.

Anyway, thanks so much!

:loveya:

[blondeatlast]

36. Nah--OneEighty!

[underpants]

34. Congratulations

:bounce::party::toast: No don't do that

[rbnyc]

48. It's pretty much water, water and more water.

I've already gained 20 pounds so I'm supposed to watch out for sugary fruit juices too. Crazy!

:loveya:

Thanks!

[Whitacre D_WI]

38. here's a hug:

:grouphug:

:loveya:

I'm happy for you, rbnyc!

[rbnyc]

49. Thanks Whitacre. (nt)

[Richardo]

39. Congrats to you and Mr rbnyc...

mazel tov! :toast: such good news...

[rbnyc]

50. Thanks Richardo! (nt)

[proud patriot]

43. Truly a Blessing rbnyc

:D

[rbnyc]

52. (((Proud patriot)))

I love you! You've been such a great friend. I'm so happy to share this news with you!

[curse10]

44. Congratulations Rene!!!!!

This is so awesome! :-)

[rbnyc]

54. Thanks so much!

:loveya:

So good to see you!

EDIT: got a little excited there and typed a bunch of random letters. LOL

[Bertha Venation]

46. CONGRATULATIONS!

That's great news! I'm thrilled for you.
:toast: Here's to a :bounce: baby girl or boy!

[rbnyc]

56. Thanks so much!

I really, really want to find out if it's a boy or a girl. My husband doesn't want to know, but I vetoed that. LOL

[matcom]

51. YOU ROCK BABY!!!

:bounce:

[rbnyc]

53. Thanks baby!

So I guess I'll be sober at the next DU gathering. That;ll be new and different. :evilgrin:

:loveya:

[DEM FAN]

55. Congrats. WOOOOOOOOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. Great News.

Another Democrat On The Way. :-) :party:

[rbnyc]

57. Thanks Dem Fan. (nt)

[Commie Pinko Dirtbag]

58. Yeah! One more soldier for the Army of Darkness! BWAHAHAHA!!!

We liberals reproduce so fast we'll destroy the Western Christian Family Values in no time flat!!! HAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!

:bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce:

[rbnyc]

62. LOL

I don't know, I think maybe we reproduce a little slower, but I hope all THEIR kids will rebel, while all ours will be proud of their heritage.

:)

[slinkerwink]

59. congratulations!!!!

:hi:

[rbnyc]

64. Thanks so much! (nt)

[ProfessorGAC]

60. Congrats, RB!

Very nice, indeed.
The Professor

[rbnyc]

65. Thanks professor. (nt)

[bigwillq]

63. Congrats!

Good luck. My thoughts are with you on a healthy and happy delivery.

[rbnyc]

66. Thank you so much.

It's a long road ahead. Our lives are going to change so much. But my sweety is going to make a great SAHD! One day at a time, I guess. I plan on enjoying it all as much as possible, even the morning sickness and the labor! ;-)

[fudge stripe cookays]

67. Congratulations!

More liberal babies are always a good thing, since reprehensor and I aren't adding to the number.

I just want to say "Good luck. We're all counting on you."

[rbnyc]

68. Thanks.

I promise we will do our best! :)

[PrestoChango]

69. Congratulations!

I have not been here long, but what a blessing!!! Wishing you all the best wishes.

[rbnyc]

70. Thanks so much and...

...welcome to DU. This is such a great community. Glad you found us.

:)

[Mass_Liberal]

71. YAY!!!

Good for you. I'm sure he/she will be a great happy presence in your life.

[rbnyc]

81. Thank you so much. (nt)

[jus_the_facts]

72. Awww Rene'...I'm soooo happy for ya'll......

....CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! (((((((((HUGS)))))))) :loveya:

on edit...and tell your Mom hello for me too!! :hi:

[rbnyc]

82. I'm hoping my mom will show up here soon.

She's been busy with her writing forum I know. I told her not to tell anyone here yet. I hope she drops in and sees the cat's outs the bag.

Anyway, thanks so much!

:loveya:

[flama]

128. Did I hear my name?

Hi!

Isn't it grand?!? Another little b! I get to spoil this one, though.

[jus_the_facts]

151. Hey...Congratulations to You too flama.......

....what do you want your new grandbaby to call you...Nanna...Gran...Mammaw/??! :hi: :hug: :loveya:

[silverlib]

73. That is wonderful news...

and now I have to pop into the career path thread.

[rbnyc]

84. Thanks and good luck. (nt)

[Zomby Woof]

75. told ya!

Told ya that this year would be better. Would I Woof Ya with anything but the Troof? ;-) :loveya:

Zomby would be a cool name for the baby, even a little girl. :-)

[rbnyc]

80. My dad would be okay with the name Zomby.

LOL

I know you'd never woof me with anything but troof. You're my trooful woof pal!

:loveya:

[latebloomer]

76. This is FABULOUS news!

I am so happy that this is finally working out for you. And the world will benefit as you and your husband raise another conscious, caring little person.

[rbnyc]

85. You're so sweet!

Thank you. We will do our very best!

[indigo32]

77. Woooh Hooo

thats awesome!!!
Congrats to you and yours... couldn't happen to a nicer person.

[rbnyc]

86. Thanks.

That's so nice of you to say!

:loveya:

[Stephanie]

78. Rene, that's fantastic!

What a blessing! I'm so happy for you! You have an incredible spirit, you're really an inspiration.

xx
S

[rbnyc]

87. Thank you so much.

Life has been an adventure lately, that's for sure. Thanks for your kind words.

:)

[nini]

79. Great news... time for the happy dance!!!

I am so thrilled for you!! You deserve to have life turn to joy again. Big hug from Auntie Nini :-)

:hug: :loveya:

[rbnyc]

89. Thanks Auntie Nini.

My baby has so many aunts and uncles already. It's great!

EDIT: typo.

[Deb]

83. Wow, Congratulations to you both!

And we thought it was a big deal when you told us about running. How absolutely wonderful for you both.

[rbnyc]

91. You're so sweet to remember that.

That was a big day. It's strange to not have been able to run or jump for so long. I'm so lucky that I wasn't permanently disabled. Thanks for helping me through it all.

[Maeve]

88. Mazel Tov! Maith thu! Fantastic!

Not enough words in not enough languages to say how WONDERFUL that is!
:party::grouphug::toast::grouphug::party:

[rbnyc]

93. Thanks sweety!

We've been through so much together. I'm so lucky to have you to share this with.

[SOteric]

90. Congratulations to both of you,

I wish upon you every joy you imagine for yourselves and your child.

:loveya:

[rbnyc]

94. You're so wonderful.

Thanks SOteric. You rule!

[ulysses]

92. congrats, Rene!

:thumbsup::bounce::toast:

[rbnyc]

96. Thanks ulysses. (nt)

[VelmaD]

95. Congratulations sweetie!

:party: :bounce:

I'm sending out all the good karma your way I can.

[rbnyc]

97. Thanks Velma! (nt)

[Kool Kitty]

98. Oh, this is great news!

A million congrats, I'm so happy for all of you! :bounce: :party: :toast: :bounce:

[rbnyc]

100. Thaks Kool Kitty!

:loveya:

[Ramsey]

99. A little birdy had told me

But here's the OFFICIAL congratulations!!

:loveya:

[rbnyc]

102. I had a feeling...

...that telling Lynne was the same as telling you both. ;-)

Thanks so much. Thanks for everything!

:loveya:

[Ramsey]

118. She may not keep a secret well

But luckily I do!!

My best to you and Cliff and little rbnyc!

[rbnyc]

119. Well I love you both.

And I don't mind she told you. I should have told you myself.

:loveya:

[Kellanved]

101. congrats

That's very good news.

I just became a (half-)brother again (much to my suprise) - my best wishes for you and your child. :hug:

[rbnyc]

103. Thanks...

...and congrats to you too!

[Kellanved]

112. thanks

:loveya:

[tom_paine]

104. Congrats, rbnyc!

Another little battler for Liberty against Tyranny!

:toast: :beer: :party: :party:

[rbnyc]

110. Yup!

Tee Hee!

:loveya:

Thanks.

[A-Schwarzenegger]

105. Yippee! Congrabulations!

[rbnyc]

111. Thanks Gov. (nt)

[Pithlet]

106. Congratulations.

I know I already did in the other thread, but now I want to do so officially! I know exactly how you feel about waiting. I told everybody as soon as I saw the pink line on the test with my first one. Then I had a few MCs after my firstborn. I don't think I told anyone I was pregnant with Ian, besides my husband and mom, until I was practically showing. But it is so hard to keep it inside.

Now we can officially celebrate! :party:

[rbnyc]

113. Yep, you understand totally.

Thanks again.

:)

[flamingyouth]

107. Congratulations!

I am so happy for you guys!! Oh, this news has just made my day!!! :D

[rbnyc]

114. So sweet.

That makes me really happy. Thanks so much.

[Padraig18]

108. How WONDERFUL!

God's blessing on you! :hug: :toast:

[rbnyc]

115. Thanks Padraig! (nt)

[pmbryant]

109. So happy for you!

:bounce:

Peter

[rbnyc]

116. Thanks Peter! (nt)

[cryfordawn]

117. Congrats rbnyc.

It can be a tough road. But it is worth it all when it happens. We tried for 5 years and one miscarriage before I got my JJ and I love him to pieces. Always remember that they are a gift and to love them always no matter what. I hope you enjoy every minute of your pregnancy. I did mine but mine was easy because I didn't have morning sickness. hehehe. Good luck.

[rbnyc]

120. Thank you.

The morning sickness is pretty bad, but I just remember that it means my hormones are working. It's worth it!

Thanks again.

[cryfordawn]

123. You are very welcome.

I'm so glad that I didn't get the morning sickness. I just couldn't imagine.

[LeftPeopleFinishFirst]

121. Rene, congratulations!!!

:) That's so great, I'm very happy for you and your family!

[rbnyc]

122. Thanks so much!

You are just one of the sweetest people I know!

Lotsa Love!

[Breezy du Nord]

124. Hotchie motchie! Congrats!

That's so awesome! I hope everything goes well for you! :hi:

[rbnyc]

126. Thanks.

Hotchie motchie! I like that!

[LuLu550]

125. How wonderful!

It's always good to have another Democrat in the world!
:hug:

[rbnyc]

127. Indeed!

Thanks.

:loveya:

[MaineDem]

129. Well that's wonderful!

Such happy news! Congratulations and I wish you a comfortable and healthy pregnancy. :)

[rbnyc]

130. Thank you so much.

Me too! ;-)

[amazona]

131. great news nt

:-)

[rbnyc]

132. Thanks amazona. (nt)

;)

[flama]

133. The dog heard the news first

Of course, you didn't say what the secret was so he wasn't sure what he heard.

Then good ol' Furry Murray heard the news and knew exactly what it was.

Then I called you and got the whole skinny. (I listened to the message later.)

I'm so happy there's another little zygote before Crash was due to be born. You'll be so excited about the new life inside of you that you can make it through the day Crash would have made his debut.

The world needs more people just like you. May your baby be more your clone than you are mine! (I just like you better.)

:loveya:

Ma

P.S. Bruce says it wouldn't be bad to be named after a dog if the baby's a boy. With that in mind, please don't name the baby Shep or Friskie.

P.P.S. I'm gonna be a Grandma! :bounce: :bounce: :bounce:

[Kat45]

134. Congratulations! That's great news.

[philosophie_en_rose]

135. Congratulations!

Such wonderful news. What a lucky baby to have a parent like you.

:hug:

[Jack Rabbit]

136. Now, this is good news

It's nice to read this after coming from LBN!!

[Kathy in Cambridge]

137. Congrats, Young Lady!

:toast:

[NightTrain]

138. Way to go, mommy!

Next time I listen to the Miracles singing "Ooo Baby Baby," I'll think of you and the precious life you're carrying inside! :hug: :yourock:

[RFKHumphreyObama]

139. Absolutely wonderful news

My sincere, profound and heartfelt congratulations to you and Cliff on the thoroughly excellent news and all the best for the next nine months:):) I'll keep you both in my thoughts and prayers as you enjoy your well-deserved happiness and joy

[Insider]

140. best wishes

what great news. more the reason flama has to put down the tabacky

take good care

[rbnyc]

154. Yep!

Thanks so much. I'm amazed by all these replies. Wow!

:)

[KeepHopeAlive]

141. Yippee!

Renee, I'm so happy for you! How fortunate this child will be to have such a loving and understanding mom.

Congratulations! :loveya:

[populistmom]

142. Congratulations! And since I'm in picture mode tonight!....

My youngest as a baby (I love all babies though) two years ago! I wish you all the health and happiness in the world. You've been through so much and deserve all the blessings in the world!!!

[rbnyc]

156. So cute!

Thank you.

:loveya:

[BiggJawn]

143. Oh! Happy-Happy-Happy!

That's so WUNNERFUL!!
I'm tickled for you two!

[MiddleRiverRefugee]

144. Laughs 1,000,000 - Tears 0

May it be ever thus.

Congratulations and God Bless.

UBP

[rbnyc]

155. You are so cool.

Thanks for everything!

[Susang]

145. I'm so happy for you, I don't know what to say

I just know you are going to be such a wonderful mother. :loveya:

[alwynsw]

146. Congratulation!

What else is there to say except:name it after me!

[DemBones DemBones]

147. Wonderful! A new baby is such good news -- and a

very hard secret to keep! I know some people are superstitious about telling people outside their family until it becomes so obvious they don't have to tell, but it's just too much fun to tell and share the excitement. Since I don't come to the Lounge very often, I remember when you were planning to get married and kind of remember you were expecting, but I missed the loss of your first child. Having lost our second baby myself, I offer my belated sorrow and empathy -- and I am very happy for you now.

Best wishes to you , your husband, and the baby! It's exciting to have a baby and then they're just so interesting. I watched Letterman last night and he showed a photo of his 4 month-old and he and Sarah Jessica Parker talked about how amazing it is to have a baby (hers is older, I think 15 months.) It's funny to see how Dave is about his baby since he seemed to be pretty scared about the whole idea of fatherhood at his age.

Take good care of yourself -- it's good to be pampered when you're pregnant!

[rbnyc]

158. Thanks DemBones.

Besides having to work 2 jobs, I am pretty well pampered. My husband takes good care of me.

Thanks for your sweet note.

:loveya:

[rucky]

148. One question: Did we ever...?

you know.


just making sure.

[Ysabel]

149. Happy Baby to You...!

:)

[ngGale]

150. Ahhh--that is just the best news and..

makes my day. Eat anything you want to and enjoy every moment.

[fortyfeetunder]

152. BEEP BEEP BEEP

RBNYC
Glad to see you back!

And congrats, hope you have a safe pg.

Wonderful news to you and your husband. Take care!

[Nikia]

153. Adding my congrats

You'll make great parents.

[rbnyc]

157. Thanks to EVERYONE!

Sorry, I don't have time to reply to each new wonderful person in this thread this morning or I'll be late for work. But I just wanted to let all of you know that you are just amazing and I'm so lucky to have friends like you to share my news with.

[VOX]

160. This is absolutely the coolest news, rbnyc!

Happy "3 months," and we fully expect (oh-oh, sorry, no pun) to receive regular updates!

I can only imagine how deliriously happy you are.

Sending you all good wishes for tip-top health and happiness to all -- :hi:

[buddhamama]

159. awww.

Congratulations, Rene and Hubby!

I couldn't be happier for you guys.

Thanks for letting us know :bounce:
do you know if it is a boy or girl, or do you wanna be surprised?

All my best to you three!
Many Blessings to the special little person inside of you.

((((HUGS))))

:loveya:

[Maccagirl]

161. I couldn't be happier for you and Cliff

on this stupendous news! We at DU love you both (and Grandma!) and can't wait to go through all of it with you.

:toast:


:party:

[Liberal Christian]

162. Whoopdedooooo!!!

Congratulations to you and your husband. May your baby be happy, healthy, and always loved.

Blessings on you all.

[Bossy Monkey]

163. YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY!!!!!!!!!!

Congrats! That's so great!

[ScreamingMeemie]

164. Yipppppeeeeee!!! This news makes my day! I've been thinking of you

so often and hoping that someday soon you would come and post this. Healthy and Happy 9 months! You deserve it! No worries, okay?

:loveya:

[Undemcided]

165. Congratulations!

:grouphug:

[YellowRubberDuckie]

166. Oh, CONGRATS!!!

:hug: Oh, I'm so happy for you. Take care of yourself!! Oh, congratulations again!
Duckie

[kdmorris]

167. Congrats!!!!

Sending good vibes and warm wishes!

[Khephra]

168. I'm SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Happy for you!

That's the best news I've heard in ages!

:loveya: !!!!!!!!!!!!!!