I have no will power. None. I was going to wait and be surprised about the baby's gender, but I just couldn't take it anymore. The curiosity was killing me! George was willing to do whatever I wanted so it was really my decision. We had an ultrasound this week and found out that we're having a boy! A brother for Mario. It will be fun to see them together, and I'm happy that they will have each other as little playmates. I never had a sister (I have 3 brothers) so I don't know the feeling of having a sibling of the same gender. I imagine it's a strong bond. I hope it's like that for my boys. I just can't wait to meet this baby! Is there anything more exciting in life? I really don't think there is.
Do you see him sucking his thumb up there? So cute. The sonographer measured his feet at just 3 cm long. Amazing.
I've been revisting this book, which I used for lots of inspiration when Mario was a baby. Just love this book. Makes me want to pitch a tent at a flea market and buy all sorts of old baby things everyday! A wonderful decorating book if you've got babies or even small children.
Now we just have to think of an Italian name that goes with Singarella......this is the hard part! I don't want it to be too many syllables, or something that kids won't be able to pronounce! We've been thinking about it for a long time and have only a couple names that we're considering. I'm sure it will come to us sooner or later!
I cannot believe that I will have a baby in 4 months. I think it just hit me. I must have lost my mind when I decided to start a business AND get pregnant. But I knew if I didn't just do it, I never would. I would feel too overwhelmed to begin a new venture with 2 or 3....or 4 kids so I wanted to start when I had just one little one running around.
Speaking of that one, here's his new haircut (and a very mischievious smile to go along with it). He must have just finished hiding a few things down the cracks of the couch cushions. Last week I found a bottle of BBQ sauce down there. No leakage, thank goodness. I also discovered yards of ribbons and about a dozen foam paintbrushes.
By the way, thank you for all the Blog Love. I cannot tell you how much it means to read all of your comments and congratulatory words. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.
xo andrea
Congratulations Andrea!! Thanks so much for sharing with us ~ as a mom of five sons (whew, did I really do that?) it's a wonderful thing and they really do look out for one another plus the moma-son bond is always such a special thing! AND that sweet boy with that sweet haircut ~ ADORABLE! xxoo, Dawn
Posted by: Dawn | June 15, 2007 at 08:10 AM
Ahhh - congratulations!! How wonderful!!!
xo,
Kim
Posted by: Daisy Cottage | June 15, 2007 at 08:23 AM
Congratulations on your beautiful BOYS! I'm sure that you've already considered it but how about Salvatore - Sam Singarella? Love it.
Posted by: dawn | June 15, 2007 at 09:00 AM
So cute!!!
Congrats!! Mario is so cute, he will be so excited to have a baby brother.
Good luck with the name.
I'm Italian too. My mom still wants to know where I came up with the name Amanda. (It's not Italian you know)
By the way, my brother has 3 boys. They are so great!
We both have great things happening in 4 months. My daughter is getting married in Oct.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Rosemary
Posted by: Rosemary | June 15, 2007 at 10:59 AM
Ciao,
If your stick to the M's short versions
MATTEO, MATTIA, MARCO, MANUEL.
If you want to stick to S's
Simone, Stefano, Sergio.
I like LUCA
CONGRATULAZIONE
hugs
crafty joan in italy
Posted by: joan in italy | June 15, 2007 at 11:14 AM
Awe, another boy....said by a mother who had 3 boys. Mario looks very cute in his new hair cut.
Posted by: Lallee | June 15, 2007 at 11:32 AM
Congratulations Andrea, this is quite a year for you. I do not have boys but hear there is nothing like a son and mother relationship. How wonderful they will have each other. I have only one sister and of course tow girls. They are very close, best friends. It warms this mamas heart to see them together. I am soo happy for you xoxoxox Clarice
Posted by: clarice | June 15, 2007 at 11:32 AM
Fabulous news! So happy for you!!!!
Posted by: Dawn | June 15, 2007 at 11:43 AM
Yay for you!!!! There is that cute little boy of yours, still want to pinch those cheeks!!
Posted by: Lilia Meredith | June 15, 2007 at 01:21 PM
Congratulations, I wish you the best of luck with your newest bambino!
Posted by: Genevieve | June 15, 2007 at 01:24 PM
Oh look wee Singarella looks to be sucking his wee little thumb! and Mario is so adorable. what a cutie pie.
Posted by: teresa | June 15, 2007 at 01:34 PM
Wow! Aren't sonogram's simply amazing!! Congratulations!
Posted by: natalie | June 15, 2007 at 01:37 PM
What cutie pie kids you have. LOVE the new do and the u/s picture is precious. Two boys and a business...that will keep you busy!! Congratulations. Awesome news!!!
Kari
P.S. LOVE that book too!
Posted by: ArtsyMama | June 15, 2007 at 02:18 PM
Congratulations! Wishing you all the best! Natalea
Posted by: Natalea | June 15, 2007 at 03:35 PM
Oh my gosh congrats on the baby boy. That is so exciting!
Posted by: Renee | June 15, 2007 at 05:02 PM
Ohhh how great!! Congratulations!! Oh I couldn't imagine being able to wait on such big news! my goodness!! Especially as a fleamarket junkie...how do you pass up the perfect lil vintage baby girl/boy treasures? It is soo much better to "know" lol
Are you decorating a nursery? If so..cannot wait for pics!! Do you have a color scheme planned yet? Too fun!!
oh and Mario and his big boy haircut...and baby cheeks!! Too cute!!
Thank you so much for sharing!!
Best Best Wishes!! And lots of Love!!
xoxo Jenny
Posted by: jenny holiday | June 15, 2007 at 06:54 PM
ps....I too Love the name Luca!..sounds great....Luca Singarella ..I can already see 3rd grade bday invitations.....and his business cards!! LOL!
xoxo Jenny
Posted by: jenny holiday | June 15, 2007 at 06:57 PM
Awwww! I have 2 boys, grown now, 22 and 25 yrs old......they love each other to death, or hate each other! LOL! No truthfully, they get along sooooo well, and just think, you already have everything the new little one needs! You don't even have to paint the room pink! Love Mario's haircut, he is soooo handsome, makes me miss when my boys were little!
Posted by: Arlene | June 15, 2007 at 07:01 PM
Congratulations!! You know a person can't wait til things are just right, we'd be waiting along time. We have to just jump in there like you did. Can't wait to here his name.
Posted by: Vickie Coonfare | June 15, 2007 at 07:56 PM
Congratulations....and many, many blessings to you and your family!!!!
Posted by: Gypsy Purple--Chamara | June 15, 2007 at 11:30 PM
I love Mario's new 'do! Makes you just want to go up and wave your hands through it to see if it can fluff up more! Cute cute! Soon you'll have another to get a crewcut for! Lots of fun ahead!
Posted by: Maureen | June 16, 2007 at 12:15 AM
Ahhh!I have 2 ITALIAN Stallion boys and then my 3rd is a girl. But they are so loving and very protective.
Congrats!!!
Ciao!!!!
Posted by: Prairie Home-Sherry | June 16, 2007 at 12:42 AM
Congratulations! Your Mario reminds me so much of my Andres! There was a picture you had of him in a coat a while back and Carlos (my other son) said "hey what's Andres doing there!"
I was the same way with my second. I had the patience of a saint when it came to finding out the sex of Carlos....but I HAD to know the second time around! Two boys are an absolute Joy!!
ahhhh...I have to go search for that book!
Posted by: Karin (creativechaos) | June 16, 2007 at 03:53 PM
Oh, how sweet! Call me crazy, but looking at the bambino's nose and cheekbones...I think he looks like his brother already!
Posted by: mom2fur | June 17, 2007 at 09:55 AM
Oh, I love that photo!!! SOOO sweet!
And, as far as the starting the business goes, is there ever an easy time? The right time is now, when you are excited about it. Personally, I'm very excited to see what you will be offering!
Posted by: Kim | June 17, 2007 at 06:36 PM