That is what I think I must be to venture down this road again! You see, I dont think that anyone in their right mind would actually think it was a smart/sensible idea to have 5 children, but somehow I got it into my brain that I wanted just 1 more little baby! Seriously, what was I thinking?? You see, I know that my little Miss K has a lot to answer for here. she has been a pure delight, a ray of sunshine that just made me want one more little bundle of cuteness, as I was missing those adorable baby moments so much! Yes, only someone who is certifiably crazy would completely gloss over the fact that adorable babies grow into demanding toddlers (but I adore this stage) and then into know it all school children and finally moody teenagers! But the journey is worth it!! :) :)
So what I am really trying to say amidst all this ramble is that our family of 4 children will become a family of 5 children in October. I am 14 weeks pregnant! I am already getting that rounded belly (mostly because I have been a complete pig and eaten way too much and gained far more weight than I usually do by this stage of pregnancy!) Now I know what i am having already (opted for some early testing since I am no longer a spring chicken) but I thought it might be fun to have a RAK on guessing whether it is a boy or girl. Obviously with only 2 options for this, I will then put all the correct responses in a hat and draw one out! So guess away!
We only told the kids on Thursday night and you should have seen their faces! They were sooooo excited! You would think that they might be a bit over siblings but no way, they cant wait to meet their new family member. I had to remind them that it was still 6 months away! They were just so excited it was adorable. Camerons face was just priceless, he was grinning from ear to ear and ran over and put his head on my tummy to see if he could feel or hear the baby! I assured him, not yet, not even I can feel it just yet, but it will be very soon as the last 3 I have felt their first movements around 15 weeks. So our family has some exciting times ahead!
I also had a layout up on the Color Combos Blog. This is my take on CCG117.
This little girl has me wrapped around her little finger like you wouldnt believe. I could just smother her in kisses all day long!
We also had a lovely time away camping for Easter! The older boys became river rats they were in the water so much! Who knows how many times they went out on the G-Force, but there was barely a moment that they werent wet in their bathers. Ethan feels the cold a bit more so he spent his time between the water and the embers of the camp fire! Miss Kaitlyn spent her day chasing around the 5 different puppy dogs that were their. That girl is seriously addicted to puppy dogs, except she has a few confusion issues and called them a horse to start with! Eventually we got her to say each of the dogs by name, which was very cute. They all fell asleep in the car on the way home which meant that Paul and I had a lovely quiet trip back! Will post some pics once I have got them off the camera!
TFL and have a great week.
Wow, congratulations!!! take care of yourself! :)
Posted by: Gaby | April 14, 2009 at 10:40 AM
OH MY GOD!!!!
YAY Janine!!! HUGE hugs and a bucketfull of congratulations, well wishes, and happiness for you! How are you feeling?!!! OH, this is exciting!!! WOW!!! F-I-V-E!!!
Posted by: Janet Perafan-Babar | April 14, 2009 at 11:00 AM
he he he.....I think it's a.....oh, does that mean I can't join in and win a RAK? Doh! I am very excited for you. You manage 4 just fine....5 will be a breeze! What's one more?
Posted by: Lydell Quin | April 14, 2009 at 11:05 AM
WOW X 5!! Congratulations! I'm so excited for you!! You are one brave mamma! Can't wait to see you belly grow. Totally sweet story too about Cameron. See, I think you might be due for another pink bubba to enter your life...so girl. Take care of you and that precious bump.
Posted by: LisaW | April 14, 2009 at 11:08 AM
OMG Janine. One word for you - "Crazy" lol!
Congrats to you and your family. I would love to see you have another little girl. A little playmate for little Miss K.
Congrats again.
xx
Posted by: Belinda Venables | April 14, 2009 at 12:13 PM
Yep I think your mad. But 5 kids is such a dizzy delightful definition of mad. Im so excited for you, can't wait to see your new little addition ...... 6 months to go.
Steph xo
Posted by: Steph Caskey-Devlin | April 14, 2009 at 01:32 PM
Congratulations to you & your family! I will predict that you will be adding another beautiful little girl to your bunch. :) Let's start with healthy right? I love the layout you have posted. your flowers cut outs are gorgeous!
Posted by: Kristi B. | April 14, 2009 at 02:33 PM
CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! that is such exciting news - Im feeling a tinge of 'cluckiness' reading about your wonderful news - ahhhhhhh another baby - Im just thrilled for you all!
Nic xxx
Posted by: NIc Wood | April 14, 2009 at 02:49 PM
Oh baby, baby! It's wonderful! But I do think that you are addicted to the "oooh, what shall we make next?" because you make such beautiful babies!
Heartfelt hugs and kisses to you and your tum-tum.
Love you. xx
Posted by: Kym Piez | April 14, 2009 at 10:26 PM
Wow!! Congratulations Janine!! FIVE kids !? ...wonderful .Take care of yourself.
yuki, xoxo
Posted by: yuki | April 15, 2009 at 02:37 AM
Congratulations - you are sure going to be really busy with your new little boy ;)
Posted by: Rachel | April 15, 2009 at 04:18 AM
I'm certifiably over the moon for you Janine!!!! That's the most exciting news and I'm delight for you and the whole family!! Jason is going to be jealous when I tell him!
Posted by: Chris M | April 15, 2009 at 07:11 AM
wow Janine! Congratulations! 5 kids, you are a brave lady! I have my two and would so love another one but I think I am getting too old. I hope you have a healthy pregnancy and baby. Take care.
Posted by: Suzanne | April 15, 2009 at 07:20 AM
Congratulations wow 5, I think maby another boy? look after yourself and enjoy every minute.
Posted by: Joanne | April 15, 2009 at 07:58 AM
Wooo hoo- CONGRATULATIONS!!!! How wonderful for you and your gorgeous family!!! Hmm- I predict new bubba will be a boy. Take care of yourself.
Posted by: Janine | April 15, 2009 at 08:26 AM
Congratulations. I wish you a healthy pregnancy and new baby. I predict it will be a girl.
PS love your layout
Posted by: Judith | April 15, 2009 at 09:15 AM
Crazy? Hell no!! I am so thrilled for you!
I *knew* that there would be another little one in your lives sooner or later, you are a fabulous mama - CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Posted by: Erica | April 15, 2009 at 09:21 AM
OMG OMG OMG OMG!!!! I'm totally blown away!!! See what happens when i dont blog hop for a week!!!
I'm so excited for you and your ever growing family!! WOOHOO!!!
I'm voting for a girl!!! Fingers crossed hun!
You take care
Luv and hugs
Leonie
Posted by: Leonie | April 15, 2009 at 09:23 AM
Congratulations! As a mother of 3 girls and seeing the sister bond I am going to guess you are having another girl.
Posted by: Debbie J | April 15, 2009 at 11:56 AM
wow Janine.....congratulations to you all....wonders if its gunna be a blue one ;o)
Posted by: Robyn W | April 15, 2009 at 02:00 PM
WOW Janine.... so excited for you and also alittle jealous cause I always wanted five but had to pull up at three due to themall being premie.... OMG congratulations
Now I think you are going to have a little boy just cause little miss K is gorgeous and should be doted on by all her brothers as all little girls should be.
congratulations to you and your growing family
love naomi x
Posted by: naomi cox | April 15, 2009 at 03:13 PM
again huge huge congrats to you and your family!! take care!! hugs!!
Posted by: christiane | April 15, 2009 at 08:08 PM
Well as i already new that you were pregnant a while ago and i would like to guess ...... too but cant join in either.I'm sure whatever you have it will be loved as much as each and everyone of your little cherubs now.Take care of yourself and your bubby.Take care Kerry xx
Posted by: kerry murray | April 15, 2009 at 09:52 PM
As a mum of 6, I think even numbers are the way to go hahaha!!! I am so happy for you and your family, whatever the outcome, this special person will be part of a beautiful, loving family. Congratulations, well done.
Lots of Luv always XXX
Posted by: lorraine knight | April 15, 2009 at 10:02 PM
Janine when I popped by your blog to see your beautiful creations, I was thrilled to read your about your wonderful news. Congratulations, enjoy your precious pregnaancy. I think baby might be a pink one:)
Posted by: Lea | April 17, 2009 at 08:08 AM
Oh Janine, Congratulations!! We have 5...it's a nice number. Hope your ptrgnancy goes well. xoxo I pick blue. ;)
Posted by: Donna Coddington | April 17, 2009 at 01:31 PM
wow! congratulations! i'm guessing you'll have a girl. wishing you a healthy pregnancy.
Posted by: maria, | April 17, 2009 at 09:25 PM
congratulations Janine - another beautiful Koczwara baby on the way. Im guessing a boy.
Be safe and well Jaimie xx
Posted by: Jaimie | April 19, 2009 at 04:53 PM
Huge congratulations Janine. What exciting news. Wishing you lots and lots of easy pregnancy vibes.
Trina.
Posted by: Trina | April 19, 2009 at 07:05 PM
congrats janine - i think every little girl needs a playmate so I would be wishing for you to have another PINK bundle of joy.
take care, stay happy, be well xo
Posted by: ~shazz~ | April 20, 2009 at 09:40 AM
P.S. my "baby" (who will be 13 in a few weeks)is also named Kaitlyn.
first time i have ever seen it spelled the same xo
Posted by: ~shazz~ | April 20, 2009 at 09:42 AM
I'm with those that are predicting another little girl. My hugest congrats, I still remember talking babies with you at ISC waaaaay back in the day! It's so sweet to see pics of your gorgeous little Miss K, and I can totally see another little pink bundle ahead :o)
Nic H
Posted by: Nic Howard | April 20, 2009 at 11:02 AM
Congrats Janine!!!! It makes me happy to read about familys of 4+ :) I wanted 5 but we made our full stop at 4. Congrats again and hope you stay well
Posted by: Sharmaine | April 21, 2009 at 05:52 PM
A huge congrats to you and your family ... how exciting!!
My vote ... a girl!!
Posted by: Meredith Treloar | April 21, 2009 at 07:58 PM