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Friday, August 19, 2011

Baby Leave

Well friends, it's time I say good-bye for a while. Our sweet baby is due any day now and I have a feeling she'll come sooner than later. I can't say for sure when I'll come back to posting as I have no intention of rushing anything during this precious and fleeting time. I'll do my best to pop back in to share a photo of our new love and to announce her arrival since so many of you have very sweetly expressed an interest in her and my pregnancy.

I truly appreciate the warmth and well wishes so many of you have sent my way - thank you for that, your words mean more to me than you know. I'll certainly miss all of your positive and encouraging comments over the coming months, especially since that's when I'm likely to need them most! Wish me luck in this new journey as a mother of two!

I hope you all have a lovely fall season! Blessing, hugs, love and all that good stuff. :)

Mari-Ann
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58 comments:

  1. FaithAugust 19, 2011 at 3:49 PM

    Congratulations and I will pray for a safe delivery and a healthy little one! This is such a special time for your family- enjoy every moment. I remember when we went from 1 to 2 children and it amazed us how "grown up" our first seemed after that! Take care and as always, thank you for all the great posts and ideas. You are such an inspiration.

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  2. AnonymousAugust 19, 2011 at 3:51 PM

    What an exciting time for you! Best of luck, and treasure these moments while they last.

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  3. BrandiAugust 19, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    Can't wait to see pictures of her! :)

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  4. FionaAugust 19, 2011 at 3:56 PM

    I hope it all goes really smoothly with the birth and adjusting. I appreciate your blog so much, it's been such an inspiration to me. Enjoy the next season with your precious little ones!

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  5. AnonymousAugust 19, 2011 at 3:57 PM

    I will miss you! Can't wait to see a picture of the little cutie! Good luck I know you will do great! Enjoy that time with your sweet little babe!

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  6. AmyAugust 19, 2011 at 4:13 PM

    Good luck with everything!

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  7. Kristen | Ello Poppet BlogAugust 19, 2011 at 4:14 PM

    Congratulations In advance! I wish you a happy and healthy delivery...Cant wait to see your new arrival, but enjoy your time as a mom and your new blessing! See you soon!

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  8. Leigh AnneAugust 19, 2011 at 4:27 PM

    Best wishes on the new little one! Just keep us posted with a few baby pics ;) enjoy your time away!!

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  9. AnonymousAugust 19, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    Have a safe one Mari-Ann :)

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  10. DesdemicordilleradelosandesAugust 19, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    I write from chile. (My English is very basic).
    many blessings for you and your baby.
    your blog is very helpful to me.
    thanks.

    http://desdemicordilleradelosandes.wordpress.com/

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  11. NikiAugust 19, 2011 at 5:03 PM

    Easy labor vibes heading your way! I have every confidence that you will slide into the role of "mother of two" as beautifully as you've been a mother of one. I look forward to seeing pics of your sweet girl. :)

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  12. KatieAugust 19, 2011 at 5:23 PM

    I hope your little blessing arrives safely and smoothly.

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  13. FrancineAugust 19, 2011 at 5:25 PM

    Aw good luck with the new baby - I can't wait to hear about your new arrival! Lots of love xxxx

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  14. Umm UmamahAugust 19, 2011 at 6:23 PM

    Sending you all my best wishes Mari-Ann. I have C-sections too, so I know how it goes. Please relax and take care of yourself. I pray to God that your procedure goes well and you enjoy your sweet bundle of joy with your whole family. Take your time and enjoy this period.

    You already put up so many things on the blog to explore and learn from the blog for all of us.....As much as we will miss your postings it will give us (atleast me) a chance to catch up on things we may have missed and make our own to do lists from your endless activities :) May God reward you for your big heart. Ameen (That's our Amen! :)) Best regards
    Umm Umamamh

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  15. DinahAugust 19, 2011 at 6:26 PM

    Thanks for everything Mari-Ann! Enjoy this precious time and God bless you and your whole family. Read you sometime in the future! ;)

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  16. Deborah StewartAugust 19, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    Congratulations on your new little one. What a blessing coming your new way. Take all the time you need to enjoy those baby years! We will miss you but are so happy for you.

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  17. maroldAugust 19, 2011 at 6:39 PM

    Awww, I am so excited for you but also sad I will not be able to read your amazing ideas for a while. Snuggle that baby as much as possible and we will look forward to your return :)

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  18. AiméeAugust 19, 2011 at 7:08 PM

    Mari-Ann oh how I will miss you over the next few months! Best of luck with the birth, will be looking forward to hearing the news! Enjoy this wonderful time. Looking forward to hearing how James will be in his new role as big brother too! And if you need support and positive thinking just think of your huge cyber family thinking about you!! Take care and warmest warmest wishes

    Much love,
    Aimée xxoo

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  19. KylieAugust 19, 2011 at 7:30 PM

    Enjoy this magical time!

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  20. Mommy to the PrincessesAugust 19, 2011 at 7:49 PM

    Good luck Mari-Ann! Advanced wishes to your family on your new addition. You will surely be missed! Take care and enjoy the remaining few days before the new one gets here!

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  21. AnonymousAugust 19, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    all the best to you! :)

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  22. MaraAugust 19, 2011 at 8:48 PM

    Good Luck with everything! I really going to miss your post! You are an amazing mom and teacher!

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  23. Learning with Mrs. ParkerAugust 19, 2011 at 9:26 PM

    Enjoy mommyhood with baby #2. Can't wait to hear from you soon.

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  24. JoeyAugust 19, 2011 at 10:40 PM

    Wishing you all the best! I'm sure you will all find your new rhythm quickly and will do just fine!
    Looking forward to "meeting" your little angel!
    ~ joey ~

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  25. The Domestic YogiAugust 19, 2011 at 10:49 PM

    Wishing you a beautiful birth, and an easy transition into a family of four! You'll love it! Can't wait to see who is in your belly!

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  26. MichelleAugust 19, 2011 at 11:09 PM

    Thinking of you and can't wait to hear about her arrival!!!

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  27. The Activity MomAugust 19, 2011 at 11:15 PM

    yay! how exciting! =) enjoy!

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  28. W-S WanderingsAugust 19, 2011 at 11:27 PM

    Wishing you blissful baby blessings...

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  29. Michelle GibsonAugust 20, 2011 at 12:40 AM

    I'll be watching for your announcement and thinking of you. . . enjoy your time off as you prepare for baby and welcome her into your family. Blessings to you for a safe and healthy labor and delivery and peaceful babymoon. :)

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  30. bellaAugust 20, 2011 at 2:07 AM

    Dear Mary Ann
    thank you so much for being great inspiration for me in my homeschool journey . cannot tell how much i learned from you .I will miss your posts . you and your family are in our prayers for an easy uneventful delivery . looking forward to see photos of your new blessings . lots of love are sent to you all the way from Gambia .viv

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  31. VanessaAugust 20, 2011 at 8:14 AM

    I wish you and your new family the best! Take all the time away from us that you need. Enjoy the upcoming baby snuggles. :-)

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  32. Leptir (Nataša)August 20, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    So exciting :-)
    Enjoy your precious time with new little family member :-)

    Kisses and hugs

    Nataša

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  33. JohnAugust 20, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    All the best to you and your new arrival for a safe delivery & bringing a new child into your family to soon start Counting Coconuts!

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  34. UnknownAugust 20, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    I wish you all the best! Enjoy your time with your new little sweetie & her wonderful big brother!

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  35. NellieAugust 20, 2011 at 1:39 PM

    Thank you SO much for all of your hard and wonderful work. I wish you a happy, healthy birth and a wonderful babymoon. :) Enjoy!

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  36. 6cuorieunacasettaAugust 20, 2011 at 2:27 PM

    Buona fortuna!

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  37. Monkey Toes Montessori (Jodi Pollack)August 20, 2011 at 4:15 PM

    Congratulations and praying for a safe delivery and healthy baby! Take you time and enjoy our little ones!

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  38. Leisure TreasureAugust 20, 2011 at 9:27 PM

    It has been a treat to read your posts, but I hope you do get to relax a bit and enjoy the last days of the pregnancy. Have a safe delivery and many blessings as the little one joins you!

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  39. SimoneAugust 21, 2011 at 12:39 AM

    Wishing you a smooth delivery and safe arrival of James' much anticipated little sister. Can't wait to see the good news posted, but will try to be patient - your duty is to your new family of four and to yourself in those difficult but precious early days.

    Simone

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  40. FörskoleburkenAugust 21, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    I think we'll miss you more than you think, but we are all so happy for you and your new miracle and hope you'll have a wonderful fall together with the whole family. Blessings and cheers for You!
    Maria

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  41. EliseAugust 21, 2011 at 9:13 AM

    Mari-Ann, wishing you all the best as you prepare to welcome your baby girl into the world.

    I'll be thinking of you and am very excited to hear about her arrival.

    You will certainly be in my thoughts.

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  42. Jessie, The Education Of OursAugust 21, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    Congratulations to you and the family. Things get amazing really fast with a new sweet baby! Wishing you all a happy time as you welcome the newest Montessori baby :)

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  43. Mommy MomentAugust 21, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    Take your time and enjoy the moments. We will all be here when you return.

    Hugs,
    Jody

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  44. ElleAugust 21, 2011 at 11:02 AM

    Enjoy this precious time. All the best to you and your family. Can't wait to see a picture of your bundle of joy.

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  45. Jennie and AdamAugust 21, 2011 at 9:54 PM

    Congratulations in advance! I'll be enjoying your blog archives while you enjoy your sweet new baby!

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  46. Lost in TranslationAugust 22, 2011 at 5:08 AM

    Enjoy your new bundle of joy.

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  47. JenAugust 22, 2011 at 10:01 AM

    Blessings to you and your family Mari-Ann! I hope you have a healthy and safe delivery. Cherish the moments you have with your new little one, they grow up so fast. I look forward to hearing the news on her arrival. Best of luck!

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  48. ChristyAugust 22, 2011 at 11:59 AM

    Best of luck to you on this new journey. It definitely is very different with two but your heart grows exponentially. Hope everything goes well. I'm preparing to start tot school with my now 2 year old soon so I will be checking back regularly.

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  49. Cherine MuirheadAugust 22, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    Good luck!! Looking forward to future posts and projects!!!

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  50. magda(c)August 22, 2011 at 4:28 PM

    Hello, I found your blog very inspiring therefore I decided to leave you an award on my blog skaczacwkaluzach.blogspot.com
    I hope, You have a great time as a family of four!
    Congratulations
    magda(c)

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  51. LuluAugust 23, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    Good luck with everything- enjoy your "babymoon"

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  52. Vicky @ Mess For LessAugust 23, 2011 at 6:11 PM

    Good luck Mari-Ann! Much blessings to your family!

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  53. My Captivating LifeAugust 23, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    Praying for you!!! Enjoy these sweet moments!

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  54. RedTedArtAugust 24, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    Wishing you all the very best! Hope everything goes well and that you have the loveliest time ever!

    Maggy
    xx

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  55. jess_hakAugust 24, 2011 at 1:34 PM

    You will be missed!!! Enjoy your precious little girl. Praying for a healthy, quick delivery and for a smooth transition time for you all! You will LOVE being a momma of 2 :)

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  56. RebeccaAugust 25, 2011 at 1:20 AM

    Cannot wait to see pics of your sweet little girl!!!!

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  57. Love and LollipopsAugust 25, 2011 at 3:39 PM

    Wishing you a very happy, blessed time with your family and new little addition!

    Georgia
    :)

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  58. Shanea August 28, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    best wishes! enjoy these moments with your family.

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Cheers, Mari-Ann :)