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Young House Love » Kids & Pets » Now Expanding

| By John Petersik | October 2, 2013 | 3,625 Comments

Now Expanding

We’re excited to announce that the Petersik family is under construction again. Yup, someone’s gonna be a big sister… and she’s pretty darn excited about it.

Bean Clara

The proverbial bun in Sherry’s oven is scheduled to arrive in April, and we’re both elated to be growing.

Bean Sherry

(I’ll happily put on some sympathy weight – it’s the least I can do)

Bean John

Burger, on the other hand, has no idea what’s going on. But he’s generally excited about life, so that’s nice.

Bean Burger

Sherry’s first trimester wasn’t without a few trials (a fender bender that had us worried for a bit and some pretty intense morning all-day sickness for the lady-wife to name a few) but we’re so grateful that all signs point to a healthy little bun so far. Given Clara’s birth complications, this pregnancy falls in the high risk category (more on that here and here), but we were excited to reach the safe-to-share milestone so we could spill the happy news to friends and family this weekend (conveniently while Nonna was in town). And now we get to share it with you guys!

Since you’re a curious bunch, we figured we’d answer your questions in a follow-up post on Friday like we did the first time we told the interwebs we were having a kid. So ask away, and we’ll answer as much as we can at the end of the week. Until then, I’m gonna get back to working on the sunroom and Sherry’s going to do her darndest to keep her breakfast down, probably while painting something.

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Comments

  1. Avatar for TracyTracy says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:01 am

    YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY!

    Reply
    • Avatar for TandyTandy says

      October 2, 2013 at 10:50 am

      Did you photoshop your belly out of this picture? http://images.younghouselove.com.s3.amazonaws.com/2013/09/DayInTheLife-11am2.jpg

      I’m just curious! Congratulations :)

    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      October 2, 2013 at 11:03 am

      Yup, we chatted about that here: https://www.younghouselove.com/blogiversary-6-a-day-in-the-life-2/comment-page-5/#comment-1627479

      xo
      s

    • Avatar for ErikaErika says

      October 2, 2013 at 12:13 pm

      Oh man, I hadn’t seen that string of comments. People are so rude! I can’t imagine how frustrating it must have been, and I totally respect you for choosing to photoshop the picture. You have a right to privacy, even if you do have a blog! I will never understand why people come to a design/home blog just to watch for a baby bump.

      Congratulations!

    • Avatar for Nicole @ Post GradNicole @ Post Grad says

      October 2, 2013 at 12:20 pm

      Wow… just read the comment thread from that post from last week you linked to, Sherry. People are terrible. Insensitive, rude, … just terrible. I am so sorry you had to deal with that – especially now in retrospect since you’ve finally reached a “safe zone” and are able to tell your readers that you are in fact pregnant. I hope those comments didn’t spoil the excitement of sharing the news with all of your friends and family! You all deserve every happiness and, as a reader, I look forward to reading all that you do feel comfortable to share with us about this next journey and don’t expect anything more from you all. Congratulations, YHL!

    • Avatar for CaraCara says

      October 2, 2013 at 12:20 pm

      lol…I don’t get to check YHL too much, but as a fellow prego (28 weeks) I sense some prego hormones in that post haha

    • Avatar for Jayme @ Keeping Up With MyselfJayme @ Keeping Up With Myself says

      October 2, 2013 at 12:25 pm

      Good gracious! I just read through those comments. People really get their claws out over your baby bump! Kudos to y’all for keeping your cool and keeping it classy in your responses to those Bitter Bettys!

    • Avatar for Julia Kent @ The Domestic BlondeJulia Kent @ The Domestic Blonde says

      October 2, 2013 at 12:28 pm

      YAY!!! Awesome news! I can only imagine how excited Clara is.

      Oh and I just read the SecretBaby comments about your photoshopped belly… I’m tellin’ ya, you guys are saints. Some people are unbelievable!

      Best wishes for a happy, easy and healthy pregnancy! xo

    • Avatar for TandyTandy says

      October 2, 2013 at 12:28 pm

      woah, I hadn’t seen that comment thread before asking. figured it was okay to ask now, since you’re making it public, but now I regret bringing it up. I’m sorry a small subset of your readers are boundary-challenged.

    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      October 2, 2013 at 12:57 pm

      No worries at all Tandy!

      xo
      s

    • Avatar for IomayIomay says

      October 2, 2013 at 12:59 pm

      Congratulations!!! I’m sorry you had to respond to those comments in that previous post! I probably would have quit blogging (because I’m way too sensitive)! I’m so glad you keep coming back despite all the not so nice comments :)

    • Avatar for CaseyCasey says

      October 2, 2013 at 1:10 pm

      OH my goodness, that comment string is appalling. I will never understand people that bold (and yet, anonymous… so sort of bold but not really at all). Or why they waste precious time attacking others. I wouldn’t be able to fit that into my day even if I wanted to… haha. Love how you both stood up for yourselves and each other!

    • Avatar for liz @ btbliz @ btb says

      October 2, 2013 at 1:12 pm

      Can y’all officially change your name to the “Petersneaks”? :) Y’all are good!

    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      October 2, 2013 at 1:18 pm

      Haha!

      xo
      s

    • Avatar for LaurenLauren says

      October 2, 2013 at 1:46 pm

      I just read that thread of comments as well and I’m infuriated – can’t we all just enjoy the blog without being so nosey?! Photoshop or not you are gorgeous Sherry! Do not let these petty, selfish (and most likely jealous) comments bring you down!

      Congrats again on the baby Petersiks!

    • Avatar for WendyWendy says

      October 2, 2013 at 1:50 pm

      That comment string on the other post is AWFUL. People are terrible and don’t know how to mind their own business.

      But congrats!Can’t wait to see what you do with the nursery :)

    • Avatar for Hannah C.Hannah C. says

      October 2, 2013 at 1:54 pm

      Wow… just read that string of comments and some people really don’t have any boundaries. I’m sorry that you guys have to put up with those kinds of cruel comments. I for onea am really excited for your family and look forward to following along in whatever you choose to share about your journey in becoming parents of three (Burger included!). I also think its really awesome that you and Katie will be sharing the pregnancy experience together again! :) Prayers being said for a healthy pregnancy!

    • Avatar for Lauren @ Everyday LaurenLauren @ Everyday Lauren says

      October 2, 2013 at 2:41 pm

      I am so happy you are in the public eye. You and John not only give house advice, but radiate positivity and bring happiness to so many who read. You are amazing role models and I am so sad that people can’t appreciate (or stay out of) your jobs/lives.

      Obviously some people need to learn how to stay classy like you Sherry! You have responded with such poise. Don’t let the haters bring you down.

      XO Lauren

    • Avatar for betty (the sweaty betty)betty (the sweaty betty) says

      October 2, 2013 at 2:52 pm

      it really surprises me that people have that much time on their hands to examine whether you’ve photoshopped your stomach or not; I didn’t think to look at that picture that hard and think that!. you all are SO awesome about letting us know things, WHEN THE TIME IS RIGHT. and you always respond so politely, I would never be able to hold it together that well!

    • Avatar for twelvedaysoldtwelvedaysold says

      October 2, 2013 at 3:00 pm

      I would also like to hop on the “can’t believe you have followers who are so rude” bandwagon. First off, congratulations on the new pregnancy! So very exciting for you guys and Clara! I was the baby in the family and sometimes wonder what it would be like to be expecting a younger sibling, it’s cool Clara gets to.

      Second, I’m sorry you have to deal with rude people and feel the need to respond to such rude, probing comments. I love reading your blog because you guys seem like fun, laid back people who are into DIY, not because I want to zoom in on every picture of Sherry and see if she’s put on half a pound while I sit behind the computer in an easy size 18 (I mean, really, who even cares? Such a boring exhaustive way to act online – read a book or something). Thanks for always trying to stay positive.

    • Avatar for MarthaMartha says

      October 2, 2013 at 3:01 pm

      I just read that string too and it made me so angry! I’m telling you, we should come up with a name for true YHL fans. Sort of like Gleeks and Beliebers, but better.

      Petersikles? (pronounced like Popsicles)
      Peter-skis (a play on the mispronunciation of their name)
      YHLovers
      YOHLOers (a play on the recent YOLO movement)

    • Avatar for HeatherHeather says

      October 2, 2013 at 4:19 pm

      Jumping on the bandwagon of “sheesh people!” I think that if more people were aware of how many people are fertility challenged or have dealt with a (or many) miscarriages – it’s up to 1 in 3 pregnancies!! -, they would learn to shut up! It can be immensely painful (speaking from experience). Now that our family has personally felt the sting of a lost baby, we NEVER ask about possible pregnancies or even plans/hopes for pregnancies. You never know what is going on in a person’s life.

    • Avatar for AnnaAnna says

      October 2, 2013 at 4:20 pm

      That thread of comments from the other day is truly terrible – so insensitive. Congratulations you two (three – Clara too!) on a healthy pregnancy – hoping for a much less eventful and smooth delivery for your little family this time. Best wishes!

    • Avatar for HeatherHeather says

      October 2, 2013 at 4:21 pm

      Almost forgot – CONGRATULATIONS! :)

    • Avatar for BeccaSBeccaS says

      October 2, 2013 at 5:34 pm

      Wow! I broke my rule and read the old thread! I try not to read the comments too much because of crazy people like that. Let’s just hope they are not reading BowerPower because I’m not positive but I think Katie photoshopped a couple of pictures in the recent post ;) Congrats again!

    • Avatar for Amy BethAmy Beth says

      October 2, 2013 at 10:31 pm

      I can’t believe how people analyze your photos like that. If I had noticed that picture I would have just thought “wow, Sherry is looking skinny today”. I love that John has enough of it and takes up for you. You handled all of that way better then I would have! The question I have is, other than John who did you tell first? Just wondering if Nonna knew first or if you called Katie first! I think it would have been so hard to not tell Katie since she is cooking a little bu of her own too.

    • Avatar for LaurenLauren says

      October 3, 2013 at 10:53 am

      I just want to say that you two handle your responses to mean spirited posts with so much grace. I would be seeing red and probably dropping F bombs if I had to respond to those. Way to keep it classy Petersiks! Just one of the many reasons I love your blog.

    • Avatar for Erika mErika m says

      October 3, 2013 at 11:39 am

      Can I just say I am so excited for you guys??? I love the home stuff you do, but I enjoy hearing about your (growing) family, I was sooo heartbroken for the photoshop attack..as others have said…we come for DIY and tidbits about your family are the cherry on top, your graciousness and assertiveness is phenomenal. I am sure you moved on…but I think some of these negative comments remind me of the crumbled paper analogy on Pinterest regarding bullying. Hope it doesn’t have that effect. And CONGRATS! Wishing a safe pregnancy and delivery and healthy baby.
      http://www.buzzfeed.com/mjs538/awesome-bullying-lesson-from-a-new-york-teacher

    • Avatar for KatyKaty says

      October 4, 2013 at 9:22 am

      I’m sure you’ll see comments about this forever, but I just have to weigh in.

      I sometimes feel like a creep or stalker for just commenting on your blog because this is your real life. It’s neat to get a peak while learning cool things about how I can make my home awesome and just for me (which, of course, was why I started reading in the first place). And I’ve decided that you’re amazing people so I tend to also want to know if you’re pregnant or other personal details… hence the “am I being creepy?” feeling.

      That said, I cannot believe a few people actually said those things and insisted you’re being shady! I was appalled by what they said, and super impressed by your graceful responses (as if they deserved them!) Then, after I stopped being mad, I just started laughing at how ridiculous it is. I really hope and pray you can have a sense of humor about it because if I were in your shoes, it would be hard to find the humor… at least at first.

      Congratulations on your happy news! :)

    • Avatar for LizLiz says

      October 7, 2013 at 11:57 am

      WOW,WOW,WOW!!!! My head aches from all those non sense comments.

      I find it’s usually the people that don’t understand or the people that never lived thru a high risk pregnancy, tend to lack knowledge. Hopefully one day when it’s their turn, they don’t have to go thru all the heart aches at the gynecologist office. Been there done that, from preemie to emergency C-section.

      Also, never disrespect a pregnant couples wishes on how they would like to handle their news. Anything is possible.

      Please don’t stress yourself, it isn’t good for the baby. Just smile at the negativity, make a joke about it… I do that, also at stores I smile or say hi nicely at someone that’s trying to be rude. They don’t know how to take it and when they cold shoulder me, others around us give me the look “what’s that dudes issue?”

      I’d also like to congratulate the two of you on your wonderful news. Hope all the best, and you guys look so excited.

      Have a great day you two.

      Your Canadian Fan.

  2. Avatar for StefanieStefanie says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:02 am

    YAY! Congratulations to the entire Petersik family!

    Reply
    • Avatar for Rene @thedomesticladyRene @thedomesticlady says

      October 2, 2013 at 12:09 pm

      Going to try this again. The site crashed a little as I posted my comment earlier this morning. Congrats. Praying for a safe and easy delivery.

      http://thedomesticlady.com/2013/10/02/slow-cooker-chicken-spaghetti-with-artichokes/

  3. Avatar for EmilyEmily says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:02 am

    Great news!

    Reply
    • Avatar for MelissaMelissa says

      October 2, 2013 at 11:03 am

      Congratulations! I’m so happy for your growing family! I just had my first child in August so I’ve been loving being able to go back and look through all your baby posts from a few years ago (like your cloth diaper post that completely convinced me to give the cloth a shot). Now I can hope for some new baby posts in the future, yay!
      I’ve been a look time follower but never commented before, that’s how excited I am! :) I’ll be sending lots of prayers for a safe and uneventful pregnancy and delivery. I wish you the best!

  4. Avatar for Sara BSara B says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:02 am

    Congratulations!!

    Reply
  5. Avatar for Meghan B.Meghan B. says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:02 am

    Congratulations! So happy for you :)

    Reply
  6. Avatar for Janelle @ Two Cups of HappyJanelle @ Two Cups of Happy says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:02 am

    Oh my gosh!! I am so happy for you. I have chills! Wishing you the best, healthiest, smoothest pregnancy & birth. <3 Happiness all around.

    Reply
  7. Avatar for SarahSarah says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:02 am

    YAYYYYYYYYY!!!!!! SOOOOOO excited for your family :)

    Reply
  8. Avatar for BritniBritni says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:02 am

    YAY!! Congrats! You guys were pretty obvious this time….haha, future nursery it is!

    Reply
  9. Avatar for CarmenCarmen says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:02 am

    YEAH!!! congratulations :)

    Reply
  10. Avatar for AnnaAnna says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:02 am

    CONGRATULATIONS!! I’m so thrilled for you!

    (Hello from a first-time commenter and longtime lurker!)

    Reply
    • Avatar for Kathy TKathy T says

      October 3, 2013 at 7:19 am

      I agree! Saying Congratulations is the perfect reason for this also first time commenter and longtime lurker to hit the keyboard.
      I also have five kiddos. Enjoy your blessings!!

  11. Avatar for KerryKerry says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:02 am

    Congratulations!!! :)

    Reply
  12. Avatar for ReginaRegina says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:02 am

    Congrats! and Best Wishes!

    Reply
  13. Avatar for ColleenColleen says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:02 am

    Congratulations!

    Reply
  14. Avatar for jennifer@heim-elich[email protected] says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:02 am

    congrats and all the best!
    Can’t wait to see the resulting projects ;)

    Reply
  15. Avatar for AmberAmber says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:02 am

    Congratulations! I’m due April 12th and I share your relief at being through the first-trimester. We just started replacing baseboards and trim in our nursery-to-be… can’t wait to glean some nursery decorating ideas from you!

    Reply
    • Avatar for MelanieMelanie says

      October 2, 2013 at 1:44 pm

      Yay! I’m due April 12th too! Congratulations to all of us! Haha.

    • Avatar for JenniferJennifer says

      October 2, 2013 at 2:35 pm

      Aww Im due April 19th! :)

    • Avatar for MelissaMelissa says

      October 2, 2013 at 4:09 pm

      I’m due April 8 and can’t believe I’ll be on this journey along with Sherry! How awesome. Congratulations to all you preggo mamas.

    • Avatar for RachelRachel says

      October 2, 2013 at 5:36 pm

      Due April 16 with our first!! I’m 12 weeks today, so it’s officially “not a secret”, although the hubs has had a hard time with that concept! So excited for all the future baby blog stuff!

    • Avatar for MeganMegan says

      October 2, 2013 at 7:12 pm

      Congrats to all the pregnant mamas! I am due in April, too. Pretty excited to be due around the same time as such a cool cat as Sherry!

    • Avatar for megmeg says

      October 2, 2013 at 7:13 pm

      I’m due April 1st with my first! Aprils Fools to us!
      I was all excited when I told my husband Sherry was pregnant, and he was like – you know you dont know them, right?

      But I feel like I do! Sherry – let’s get going on a nursery so I can copy it, okay?? Many thanks

      And – please don’t listen to the ridiculous and mean comments out there, they can go suck a Petersnick-sicle!!!

    • Avatar for Kay KayKay Kay says

      October 2, 2013 at 8:03 pm

      Oh, how fun is this?! I’m due April 18! :)

    • Avatar for KristiKristi says

      October 3, 2013 at 9:54 am

      April 11 here! A little girl for our 3rd :) And our first was born just before Clara. Spring really is the best time for babies!

      Congrats, all!

    • Avatar for FionaFiona says

      October 3, 2013 at 10:39 am

      April 1st for me!

    • Avatar for nicholenichole says

      October 3, 2013 at 4:12 pm

      I’m due around that time too! Congrats to all! :-)

  16. Avatar for CA @ How To Be A HeroineCA @ How To Be A Heroine says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:03 am

    Wow! That is so awesome! Congratulations y’all!

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  17. Avatar for sarahsarah says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:03 am

    YAY!! Congrats to all of you.

    Reply
  18. Avatar for Ashley PAshley P says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:03 am

    I have never been happier for complete strangers in my life!!!

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    • Avatar for HemmaHemma says

      October 2, 2013 at 10:35 am

      Soo true!!
      Me: “Sherry is pregnant !”
      Husbando:”Huh??? …. Ahhhhh! The Young House Love couple!”
      We’re so happy for you, total strangers but not really. Wishing you a wonderful pregnancy and a smooooooooth delivery.

  19. Avatar for Ashley PAshley P says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:03 am

    I have never been happier for complete strangers in my life!!!

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    • Avatar for AprilApril says

      October 2, 2013 at 10:28 am

      I second this line! Best wishes and congratulations to you all!!

    • Avatar for MichelleMichelle says

      October 2, 2013 at 10:33 am

      Haha, Ashley P – I was thinking the same thing!

    • Avatar for MindyMindy says

      October 2, 2013 at 10:35 am

      Thumbs up to this one!! Agreed!! Congrats to the Petersik family!! :)

    • Avatar for HaleyHaley says

      October 2, 2013 at 10:36 am

      For real…and seriously happy for you!!! All the best

    • Avatar for JennieJennie says

      October 2, 2013 at 10:41 am

      Agreed!!! So psyched for you guys and looking forward to following this journey!!!!!

    • Avatar for SarahSarah says

      October 2, 2013 at 10:44 am

      Exactly what I was thinking! :) Congrats Petersiks!! :)

    • Avatar for KateKate says

      October 2, 2013 at 10:46 am

      So, so true — but we FEEL like we know you.

      Congratulations to your new “party of four!”

    • Avatar for CatherineCatherine says

      October 2, 2013 at 10:46 am

      Haha I third this! I made a really strange “oooooh” noise while doing a happy dance. My dog, meanwhile, looked on in concern (there was serious head-tilting going on!) before barking like a loon lol

      Seriously, you guys!!! Big hugs from another stranger lol

    • Avatar for Ana SilvaAna Silva says

      October 2, 2013 at 10:51 am

      Me neither!!! It’s so awesome, I just love them!

    • Avatar for Ana SilvaAna Silva says

      October 2, 2013 at 10:52 am

      Me neither! I’s so exciting, I just love them!

    • Avatar for RenaeRenae says

      October 2, 2013 at 10:57 am

      Me either!! Though I don’t consider you “complete strangers” since you have responded to a few of my emails over the years! Congratulations to all of you. Hope you have smooth sailing all the way through!!

    • Avatar for Candis H.Candis H. says

      October 2, 2013 at 11:03 am

      Yes!! I didn’t even finish the post b4 I called my sister screaming The Petersiks Are Having A Baby!!!!

    • Avatar for TraceyTracey says

      October 2, 2013 at 11:15 am

      I couldn’t agree more! I was so happy to “meet” you at your book signing but I am so excited for you two strangers. :) Best wishes!

    • Avatar for AltheaAlthea says

      October 2, 2013 at 11:23 am

      Same here! I can’t believe I’m so happy for people I have never met!!

    • Avatar for JulieJulie says

      October 2, 2013 at 11:23 am

      Well said! Congratulations! I’m selfishly really looking forward to nursery posts–I won’t lie.

    • Avatar for KateKate says

      October 2, 2013 at 11:24 am

      I immediately messaged my friend who also reads the blog and told her! So excited for you John and Sherry!

    • Avatar for Lorelei ReedLorelei Reed says

      October 2, 2013 at 12:01 pm

      hee hee….Ashley read my mind! I HAVE met you so I guess it’s not QUITE so odd…I don’t have emotion attached to ANY of the folks in People magazine having their babies…but YOU GUYS well I am just beside myself! I am so excited for Clara, she is such a lovely little girl so full of love and life, she will be the best big sister! I remember waiting for my own baby sister to arrive (I was 10) it was such fun…and to this day she is my wonderful treasured BEST friend! Prayers for good health and happiness for all!

    • Avatar for Caitlin Wallace RowlandCaitlin Wallace Rowland says

      October 2, 2013 at 12:36 pm

      Same here!!! I’m sooo excited for you guys!!!! Praying for a safe and healthy pregnancy and little one! :)

    • Avatar for RobinRobin says

      October 2, 2013 at 12:59 pm

      My feelings exactly! Congrats!!

    • Avatar for Anna PAnna P says

      October 2, 2013 at 1:12 pm

      Ashley’s completely right! Wishing you all a safe and smooth pregnancy! All three of you look so happy. Can’t wait to see the house evolve as your family evolves!

    • Avatar for CassieCassie says

      October 2, 2013 at 7:31 pm

      Couldn’t have said it better. Congratulations Petersik family! Overjoyed for you all!!

    • Avatar for LeilaLeila says

      October 2, 2013 at 8:56 pm

      Felt the same way! Your family and home bring a little sunshine into many lives most days, so I hope the many good vibes coming your way make up for a few Photoshop-obsessed meanies. :)

      Congratulations and all the best wishes!

    • Avatar for ElizaEliza says

      October 2, 2013 at 10:51 pm

      Haha, I am having the same feeling! It was such a bright spot in my day and shows the best side of the blog world – that people really care about others and want to support them, even as “strangers”!

      A special congratulations to new big sister Clara! I am a big sister (two younger siblings) and it has been one of the greatest joys of my life.

  20. Avatar for LindseyLindsey says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:03 am

    YAY!! So excited for you guys!! Hope the morning sickness subsides quickly and the pregnancy goes smoothly the rest of the time!

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  21. Avatar for MandyMandy says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:03 am

    AHHHHHH!!!! So Exciting! Congrats!

    When does the nursery begin?

    Reply
  22. Avatar for BethBeth says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:03 am

    Congrats!!!!

    Reply
  23. Avatar for Laura at Rather SquareLaura at Rather Square says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:03 am

    Congratulations! So exciting!

    Reply
  24. Avatar for JulieJulie says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:03 am

    Congrats from France ! We’ll be both baking a bean across the sea :)

    Reply
  25. Avatar for Amber TyslAmber Tysl says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:03 am

    CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! How exciting!! I am beside myself for y’all and Clara!! Enjoy every minute!!

    ~Amber

    Reply
  26. Avatar for BonnieBonnie says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:03 am

    Omg you guys!! Congratulations!!

    Reply
  27. Avatar for KaylaKayla says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:03 am

    So excited for you! Congratulations!

    Reply
  28. Avatar for AlisonAlison says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:03 am

    Congrats!

    Reply
  29. Avatar for AmyAmy says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:03 am

    Such happy news — congratulations!!

    Reply
  30. Avatar for ChelseaChelsea says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:03 am

    Aw, I am so happy for you all! How did you guys tell Clara?

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    • Avatar for JeannaJeanna says

      October 2, 2013 at 10:44 am

      Me too! Congratulations!! And how did you tell Clara?

    • Avatar for Beth W.Beth W. says

      October 2, 2013 at 12:49 pm

      Ooh, good question. And how did you tell your parents? Also, are you planning on finding out the gender or letting it be a surprise? I didn’t start reading until a little after Clara was born, so I don’t know what you did last time.

      I’m super excited for you! My husband and I are hoping to join the club asap, so I can’t wait to hear about your experiences. I’m sending you virtual hugs from NOVA.

  31. Avatar for Julia @ Chris Loves JuliaJulia @ Chris Loves Julia says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:03 am

    :) !!!!!!!!

    Reply
  32. Avatar for bettybetty says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:03 am

    yayyyyyy!!!!!! congrats!!

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  33. Avatar for CarolineCaroline says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:03 am

    Wowzers ! Congrats ! This is my first time posting, a project as exciting as this…I just had to! Congrats from the UK! Caroline x

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  34. Avatar for RachelRachel says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:03 am

    WHOOHOOOO!!!!!!!!!!! SO excited for ya’ll!

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  35. Avatar for Abbey RAbbey R says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:03 am

    Congratulations! What wonderful news! I wish the very best to your family and I love the “baking bean” and “bean burrito” shirts. We are expecting our first in February and I have already been checking out your no sew crib skirt. So very happy for you guys :-)

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  36. Avatar for AneshaAnesha says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:03 am

    CONGRATS!!! So Excited for you guys and Clara!!

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  37. Avatar for alexandraalexandra says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:03 am

    OMG!! Congratulations! Seriously, no one deserves this good news more than you guys!! Thank you for sharing with us- sending much love and great thoughts to all of you!!

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  38. Avatar for EmilyEmily says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:03 am

    That’s wonderful news! Congratulations!

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  39. Avatar for CharlottaCharlotta says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:03 am

    Congratulations! I think the comment section will explode with joy :)

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  40. Avatar for SaraSara says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:03 am

    Congratulations!!!! Such wonderful news!! Aim for April 24th, that is my birthday!

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    • Avatar for AbbyAbby says

      October 2, 2013 at 11:54 am

      mine too!

  41. Avatar for MaggieMaggie says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:03 am

    CONGRATS!!! Can’t wait to see how the nursery comes along :)

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  42. Avatar for ChristineChristine says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:04 am

    Congratulations! So excited for your family!

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  43. Avatar for AshleyAshley says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:04 am

    Oh my goodness! Oh my goodness! Oh my goodness! I am over the moon for you guys. I definitely had my suspicions lately that maybe something was brewing over there!

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  44. Avatar for Alison U.Alison U. says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:04 am

    Congratulations to you guys! Very exciting!

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  45. Avatar for Tara R.Tara R. says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:04 am

    Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  46. Avatar for SusanSusan says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:04 am

    OMG congrats! I teared up a little when I read this :)

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    • Avatar for KelseyKelsey says

      October 2, 2013 at 12:36 pm

      I teared up too, and then I read Clara’s birth story again and started sobbing. I’m just so happy for you Sherry and John (and Clara and Burger as well, of course)! Also, I’m so sorry that people are terribly invasive about “the state of your uterus”, thanks for not letting them scare you from sharing your joyful news with the rest of us :)

  47. Avatar for jenniferjennifer says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:04 am

    congrats!!!

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  48. Avatar for KaeseyKaesey says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:04 am

    Woo! Congratulations! I was wondering if all those reference to the “possible nursery” were a hint!

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  49. Avatar for ElleElle says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:04 am

    Congratulations!!! :) Much love to your family!

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    • Avatar for Kristen @ Leigh EugeneKristen @ Leigh Eugene says

      October 2, 2013 at 10:15 am

      Ahhhh!! I’m so excited for you guys!! And I hope everything continues to go well!! Congrats!!

  50. Avatar for LisaLisa says

    October 2, 2013 at 10:04 am

    Congratulations! I am so happy for you all.

    Enjoy every moment of this special time.

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