I've shared on the Down To Earth Forum (but not with the general public until now)...
We are thrilled to announce that we are going to be Grandparents for the first time! Our eldest son, Mitchell and his wife, Kelsey are expecting their first child in November.
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| Mitchell and Kelsey - engaged August 2011 |
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| Mitchell and Kelsey - married December 2011 |
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| Paige, Mitchell and Kelsey around the campfire at our home last week |
The happy couple is working hard to get ready for the baby and we are so proud of them for making wise financial decisions. They are saving to buy a house and hopefully will able to do so sometime in 2013. Meanwhile, they are living in an inexpensive 1 bedroom apartment to try and funnel as much money into the downpayment fund as they can. Instead of a big wedding, they opted to elope in December in order to put that money toward their house savings. SO wise - they will never regret that decision.
Mitchell is finishing his 3rd year of schooling/training (he is an Electrician) and Kelsey is working full time now that college is finished for the year. Such exciting, happy times ahead for them and our whole family - we are so fortunate to be living close enough to share in these wonderful moments.
I can hardly wait until November when I get to meet that sweet new baby...
Celebrate with me!
Congratulations! Being a grandparent is the most wonderful thing ever!!
ReplyDeleteMany congratulations to you all! I completely agree with Anne.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! And good for them. I never will understand the reasoning behind having a big wedding.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! So exciting, and children are such a blessing.
ReplyDeleteThank you, all!
ReplyDeleteIndeed they are, Rachael :)
How wonderful, can't wait to see lots of pictures when the time comes.
ReplyDeletewhat a wise son and daughter in law you have Sherri. I can't wait to see photos of your new addition. Congratulations.
ReplyDeleteWoohoo!
ReplyDeleteWhy is Mitchell wearing shorts and T-shirt while Kelsey and Paige are rugged up? I know, I know! He thinks he is in Australia. :)
Congratulation to you and your family. What a sweet post, knowing that you will share with us in the birth of your first grandchild. They are very wise to be saving for their home. I know you are proud of them...
ReplyDeleteLOL - yeah, Rose that must be it :) I think it was all that wood chopping that warmed him up...
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to you all...I can't wait to see what Grandma Sherri is going to sew for this baby,
ReplyDeletexxx
Woohoo how wonderful, there is nothing more special than a new little life.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations !!! Such wonderful news !!!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much everyone - your kind wishes are much appreciated. We are very excited! They came for Sunday supper last night and Kelsey has a little tiny baby bump, now... :)
ReplyDeleteHow awesome! We have 9 grandkids and they are so fun...we especially love the sleepovers. We blog about our doggies and grandkids on our http://emptynestersdaily.blogspot.com/ site if you wanta check it out.
ReplyDeleteHow awesome, we have 9 grandkids and they are great. Visit our emptynester blog to catch the fun.
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