We’re having a baby….

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Girl! Ryan and I could not be more thrilled to announce that we’ll be welcoming a daughter into the world come June. So many of you were correct in your guesses!

I went into our ultrasound on Wednesday fully expecting to leave with”team blue.” I wanted a girl, but since Ryan has three brothers, I thought the odds heavily favored the male gender. So even though I secretly hoped and prayed for a baby Lucy, I thought we were having a boy. As many of you know, my oldest sister died in a car accident two years ago. Her birthday is at the end of June, and if everything goes as planned, so is our baby’s. The thought of welcoming another little girl into the world was healing, but in order to prepare…I planted myself firmly in the boy-camp, just to prevent disappointment.

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So as you might imagine, when the ultrasound technician had finally finished oohing and aahing over our baby’s “textbook perfect” measurements and organs and announced, “You’re having a little girl,” I burst into very happy tears. Telling my family was almost as emotional.

Lucille Amelia Moutrie-Kulp, we couldn’t be more excited about your arrival. Stay tuned for a post later in this week that explains the significance of her name…I’ll have some very old and beautiful photographs to share!

Until then…watch my precious niece learn that she’ll no longer be the only girl in our family. Her reaction is priceless.

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Monet

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52 thoughts on “We’re having a baby….”

  2. Wendy (The Weekend Gourmet)

    Of course, I’m partial to the name Lucy…and I somehow just KNEW you were having a girl! After so much sorrow for your family the past couple of years, it makes me so so so happy to see you have your time in Sun, Monet!! Bask in the warmth, little mama. You’re one of the most adorable pregnant ladies I’ve ever seen…you’re beaming so brightly I can see you all the way here in Texas!

  3. Jessie

    Congratulations to you and Ryan, Monet! What a beautiful blessing and what a lucky little girl you’ll have! Hugs all around!!! 🙂

    Your niece’s reaction is priceless!

  4. Jennifer-The Adventuresome Kitchen

    As the mom of two darling girls who are the bright stars of my life- I couldn’t be happier for you. I secretly hoped for girls too. I do believe God sends us the children we need in our life- to love and to learn from. Many Many congratulations, and so happy you’re back close to your family. You are blessed!

  7. Mary

    I’m all teary for you right now, Monet. I am so happy to see the happiness filling your life this year. Have a blessed and joy-filled weekend!

  9. Lauren (PB&G)

    Congratulations!!

    I just knew you were going to have a girl!

    I also absolutely LOVE the name Lucy. If I ever have a little girl I am seriously debating the name Lucy. =)

    Enjoy your weekend!

  10. Anne

    Congratulations! I love the name you’ve picked out for your daughter! I have a 6 year old cousin named Lucy, and Amelia is such a pretty middle name.

    And what a cool reveal! I love the pink and blue cake decorations with pink cake inside! What a clever idea!

  14. Magz Parmenter

    Monet, it’s been a while since I’ve been here, but every time I visit, I cry! This time, out of joy. I couldn’t be happier for you, Ryan and your family. After the darkness, the morning comes… I hope you enjoy every ray of sunshine in this morning of your soul! Can’t wait to hear more about Lucy’s name and looking forward to sharing the journey into motherhood with you. 🙂 Love from England.

  15. Jenny @ BAKE

    Congratulations! you must be so excited to be welcoming a little girl into your family! we’ve just been discussing your cake and it is literally the coolest way to announce the sex of a baby ever! what a brilliant idea! congratulations again! I’m just so happy for you!

  18. Becky

    Monet,
    I am so happy for you and your family, and your niece. Having a little girl will be wonderful for you and your family!

  23. kitchen flavours

    Congratulations Monet! You will be a wonderful mommy! Your sweet niece looks like she can’t wait to be a big sister once again! She’s very pretty! And both you and hubby looks so happy!

  29. Julia {The Roasted Root}

    Congratulations!! So excited that your bundle of joy is coming in June! My bday is June 5, so I’m a gemini too. 🙂 Looking forward to seeing pictures of the little gal and hearing all about your journey along the way!

  32. Jeanne

    Congratulations, Monet! Your niece’s reaction is adorable. What a heartwarming post! Have a lovely week, my friend. 🙂

  34. Wendy Irene

    Congratulations!!! I love how you put pink frosting in the cake to reveal the sex of the baby. That is such an awesome idea 🙂 Lucy will be such a miracle in your life. xoxo

  39. Nuts about food

    COngratulations! My first born is a girl (the only girl among 7 cousins by the way and none of us are planning to have more) and I am so grateful! I grew up with a sister and wanted a girl really badly. I even wanted my second child to be a girl, but we were given a boy instead… and I am of course a very happy mommy now anyway.

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  46. rita cooks italian

    Congratulation Monet! You look fantastic. I’m so happy for you. I secretly wanted a girl too…I come from a girl family, I went to a girls school, and instead I had two boys. But it’s amazing anyway to be a MUM and my boy are very cuddling and loving (and very CRAZY AND ENERGETIC sometimes). Good luck, baci (kisses).

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