"Earth's crammed with heaven, And every common bush afire with God, But only he who sees takes off his shoes, The rest sit 'round it and pluck blackberries."

- Elizabeth Barrett Browning, Aurora Leigh

Friday, January 16, 2009

Moderation

So, lately I've been moderating my comments.

Why? you ask....

Are there axe-murderers afoot?

Not so much.

But I thought I'd provide explanation so that you wouldn't all think I'm completely nutty for moderating the three comments a week that I get (no, not really, I get more than that and I do love reading them).

No, I just recently received a comment talking about our family and the "third one on the way."

So, I deleted it, and started moderating. In a fit of self-preservation, or at least preservation of my supposed secrecy. Whatever.

Because, as Libbi says, everyone knows anyway.

Even Samson, who doesn't know much about my life since why would a sixteen-year-old care much about his aunt's life. Come on. Really.

And since most everyone I know has given up on not telling people, including Justin, I suppose I shall too.

So, I'm pregnant, yes.

And I'll tell you more someday when I feel like it.

Until then...

Moderation in all things.

Or not... obviously...

20 comments:

Libbi said...

Jamie (and Justin) - Your news is exciting and wonderful and "moderately" funny!
Congrats! can't wait to see what version of the "Woods" you come up with this time. Love ya!

nielsons*love*family said...

...and THAT is why kyle and i never told a SOUL for 2 out of our 4 children (except each other--and well, we already knew for obvious reasons! LOL) until we were ready (one time 5 months, one time 4 months) cuz if anyone knows, everyone knows! LOL
congrats!

nielsons*love*family said...

ps...since you moderate, i can't fix my comment! i wanted to add that, although most people will prob. NOT agree with me, it was the funnest "secret" ever to keep for that long! :O)

Joyful Mother of Children said...

Congrats guys! I'll be sure to spread the news through the PL2 Ward! LOL

Jody said...

I was wondering when this post would appear. So, I've finished 3 of the 4 books you gave me. I'll bring them on Sunday and we can talk baby stuff. :)

Kassie said...

Well that certainly explains the "brain fog"... i say if youve got 2 little ones and want more...why get comfortable...keep changing diapers!

Adhis said...

Huh. So, I guess that's what's happening in that neck of the Woods.

Heather - said...

Okay Jamie, I'm admitting that I read your blog regularly, I hope you don't mind...but your posts are really entertaining and I think Matthew may have a crush on E...anyways, Congratulations!!!

Heather - said...

Oh, and our blog is:

www.familyofhatchlings.blogspot.com

in case you're interested

AnnalisaG said...

Wow! Congratulations!! I hope you're getting some rest and not completely exhausted with everything on your plate.

Mrs. Poff said...

COngrats....I hope it is a boy...that way I have someplace to send my clothes

Brandon, Mandy and Benson said...

Yay! Congrats! Can't wait for the details...

Alyosha said...

YAY! A baby! That's so exciting!

Laura said...

Thanks for finally telling so we can all stop whispering about it and saying, "just don't tell anyone, it's supposed to be a secret!" And besides, I'm not sure how you're hiding it, ever seen a snake swallow it's food whole - kind of hard for a skinny thing like you to be descrete!
Congrats - and yes, it will be interesting to see what mix this one will be!

Heidi said...

Congrats! That is so fun!

Jess said...

Jamie, you crack me sideways. Luv it. Congrats!

Rigby Fam said...

CONGRATULATIONS! I WAS UP FOR SOME GOOD NEWS! I HOPE IT IS A BOY, I WANT TO SEE WHAT IT WILL LOOK LIKE..

Rigby Fam said...

congratulation! I've been do for some good news! I HOPE IT'S A Boy, just for fun!

Heidi said...

Congratulations Jamie! Glad the cat is finally out of the bag officially. Once you have told one of the hens- that secret is out!

Sarah Marie said...

Congratulations! That is so exciting!