Tuesday, May 1, 2012

Well, we've arrived...

Yes, a bit tired, but we've arrived!

Bill and I just landed in DC about an hour ago. This is the last stop on the way to fatherhood and it feels a bit surreal, but so, so exciting. I guess if I were to pick one...the most intense feeling running through my veins right now is one of anticipation. It's like Heinz 57 on STEROIDS.  I just can't believe that we are here and literally days away from the meeting of a lifetime. It's all a bit overwhelming. And did I say surreal???  :-)

We are staying with our very good friend David, and he has completely buffed us out with all the newborn necessities, since we are so far away from home...and 5,000 miles away from our buffed out nursery. His sister just had a baby about a year ago and so we have a ton of hand-me-downs from her. Thank you, Sarah!  David also gave us his bedroom, and it included a co-sleeper, and a ton of onesies and gowns and all kinds of stuff. We only brought a few newborn clothes with us, knowing he had so much here.  It couldn't have worked out better. Did I say our friends our AWESOME? Because they are...in so many ways...it's tough to document it all...

We are also going to get together with another about-to-be-daddies bloggers Kevin and Jeff, hopefully this Saturday. They were gracious enough to invite us to their home for a casual BBQ and some drinks...unless someone decides to arrive before then??? (EEEEEK!!! That was a sort of gay squeal). Definitely excited to meet them and see the nursery and all their preparations...they're in DC for a few more weeks and then then they are off to Cali to meet their little (or big?) boy!  Thanks guys for being so hospitable while we're in your city! We promise to return the favor when all three come to visit Hawaii.

Ok, off to bed.  To think that anytime soon we could get a phone call that says "get your butts over here, I'm ready to go!!!" is weighing heavy on the brain.  Night all...

21 comments:

  1. So very excited for you guys! Cant wait for pics!!!!!! Get some rest...you'll need it. ;)

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  2. OMG! OMG! OMG!

    It's nearly time! I think even I am letting out a gay squeal! Soooo excited and happy for you guys! I'm gonna be checking Blogger every 5 minutes!

    I'm so jealous you get to hang with K & J! Say "hey" for me!

    Take care you guys! Can't wait for the big news! XO

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  3. Soooo excited! Can't wait to meet Christina!

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  4. Wow, I am so excited for you guys, I have butterflies in my tummy for you! Such a special time and you both are going to be wonderful parents! Will keep an eager eye on your updates. xxx

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  5. Oooh, can't believe it's about time now. Good luck and just BE IN THE MOMENT!

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  6. I am soooooooo excited for you. Hope everything goes swimmingly well. Reading your blog with much anticipation. All the very best

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  7. Ooooohhh it's all toooo exciting!! :) xx

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  8. Welcome to the East Coast!
    I thought that was you flying overhead.
    I'll be watching!
    m.

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  9. Welcome East! Enjoy a few days before everything changes...treat yourselves now! Go to see every movie you can and have a nice dinner or two at a fancy restaurant.
    We're all sharing in the anticipation. FINALLY it is your time. Best wishes.

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  10. Oh this is so exciting!! (yes, I said that in my gay man voice as well...) Please keep us updated as you can.

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  11. What a very exciting time. Wishing you both all the best. Can't wait to read the updates!

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  12. You are so close! Best of luck to you. Looking forward to many pictures!

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  13. I'm SO excited for you guys!!! And SUPER JEALOUS you are meeting Kevin and Jeff!! Get some rest and keep us updated, I am squealing over here too!!! :):):)

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  14. YAY!!! So close!! Have fun with J & K!! I can't imagine all you guys NOT having a good time.

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  15. WOW it's happening SOON! So awesome you get to meet some fellow bloggers and IP's. I'm jealous!

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  16. EEEEEEEEEEKKK! lol

    This is so awesome. I am so happy for you and Bill. It's been a long time coming... and well worth waiting :) I know it will be the last thing on your mind but do post an update or 2 when you can so we can see the little one and the new dads. Congratulations and best wishes... will be thinking of you guys!

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  17. oh wow oh wow! squeal away ... this is exciting stuff! i can't believe it's that time already. like everyone else, i'll be checking online faithfully to read all about the BIG day!!! so very happy for you guys. rest up! =)

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  18. I can't believe it's already time, I swear it was just weeks ago that I squeeled with delight to hear that you guys were preggy. I'm so excited for you and can't wait to hear all about the big day!

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  19. Is it that time already? Holy crap! We're all waiting with bated breadth!

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  20. The excitement is palpable....what great bloggers friends you have and not to mention "non-cyber" friends....you guys are blssed!

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