May I share some good news?

Although many of you know I have two married daughters, what you don't know is my oldest daughter is due to have her second baby (my second grandchild) on March 1st. Last night she called me saying she was having contractions and needed me to go there to watch the other baby, so her and my son-in-law could go to the hospital. Needless to say, I flew down there, so excited and so happy to help out.

Well about 3:00 a.m. they come home and no baby. False alarm). All thru this pregnancy the whole family seems to prefer that this baby not arrive on the 29th. (like we have a choice right?) I am wondering if there are any truths or myths in regards to being born on leap year. Hopefully good things. Logically and realisitcally it doesn't really matter, and we all know that. A healthy baby is the important thing, and believe me, none of us are losing sleep over this issue, but I wonder why there is such a feeling on all our parts because of the 29th of February. I mean, other than your exact birthdate coming every four years, what's the difference??? Anyone know anyone born on a leap year?

I am back home now, but anticipate this could occur yet today, or at any rate, very soon, and have an overnight bag ready to go. I'm so excited!!!

TIS

Congrats to your entire family, TIS!

Well, I don't know anyone born on a leap year, but I was 1 day off of beeing born on one. My birthday's March 1st, and I was born during a leap year, so just 1 day late

Well, let us just hope that it is a healthy baby no matter when it comes. One day is as good as another. I bet you are excited. Please let us know when the big event does happen.

TIS, I wasn't aware that you were a grandmother anyway! Forgive me ignorance. Well, whether the baby is born on the 29th or not, I wish you and your family luck with the newborn (that sounds like it's a chore, which I didn't mean! ). I'm sure he/she will grow up to be just very handsome/beautiful, just like your daughter! And of course, they'll have the Sicilian brains too--and will be able to kick some ass of course!

Mick

It would be strange to think that in 20 years (2024) your grandchild would've only celebrated 5 birthdays.

Keep us posted, TIS!

Congrats TIS this is a wonderful time celebrating a precious angel that God is giving you and your family. If you can post some pic's of you and the baby.

Well, it is after midnight on the east coast and I about to head off to bed. I just am wondering if this new future board member has made it yet on the west coast!
Please let us know as soon as you can. God bless him or her.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Mr. Baggins. Enjoy ur day.

TIS, was their first child a masculine child??
I'm not aware of any particular superstitions regarding Feb 29 babies. Birthdays in our family are pretty strange. My Mom and brother share a birthday (May 6). Other birthdays include brother (July 18) Dad (July 19) brother (July 20). This last brother has a daughter also born on July 20 (his wife was born on July 22). I also have nephews and neices born on Christmas Day, Feb 29, April 1 (a little April Fool to be sure)and July 4

Thanks everyone for your well wishes. Well, definitely not gonna be a leap year baby. We are still anxiously awaiting the "word". I have my bags packed and ready to leave at a moment's notice.

Senza Mama, the first is a feminine child, so certainly a "male" would be nice, as I'm sure my son-in-law would love to teach him "sports". However, nothing says a female can't be good at sports as well.

Thanks for your wishes and I will announce when he/she arrives, as I probably won't be able contain my excitement.

TIS

I read something in the newspaper over the weekend that in one family in England, the grandad, dad and daughter (ie 3 generations of the family) all celebrate their birthday on 29th Feb. What's the odds on that? Apparently its in the Guiness book of records.

29th Feb is also traditionally the one day of the year us girls can ask men to marry us, but I think I'll wait until Mr Bella Mafia UK asks me. Hopefully I won't have to wait until the next leap year!!!

PS TIS hope everything is OK

I remember reading in Guiness that there were three siblings in England who were born on February 29 in 1960, 1964, and 1968.

Congratulations!

Congratulations, TIS.

Congratulations TIS.

Although it's kind of tough for me to be in a good mood nowdays. Last friday my last grandparent died.

My mom/brother flew out on Saturday to take care of everything.

In fact they're in california right now.

I'm so sorry to hear about your grandparent's passing Iceman. I never knew my grandfathers, just my grandmothers. To this day, I miss them very much. My sympathies.

Where in California? It's too bad this trip is for such a tragic reason. My best to you and your family.


TIS

TIS

i wish u all the best, i guess you are very exciting from all the waiting. but you know everythings going to be allright.

iceman sorry to hear about your grandparent, i can feel your pain. it's hard to loose someone in the family, but you know that's life.

Iceman, I'm sorry about your sad news.

TIS, Congratulations on your great news!!!

Congratulations TIS! i dont have any children of my own but i have a beautiful niece & nephew and i know the joy a newborn can bring to the family


Iceman, very sorry about your loss, keep your chin up mate

They're in La Mesa, a suburb of San Diego.

Iceman, it's hard to take. I lost my grandmother three years ago sudden. Very sorry to hear that man.

Any news yet TIS?

Oh, and Knocc Out, congrats to the 'Boro on Sunday!

Mick

Congrats TIS. Hope all goes well. -Pat

congrats TIS and good luck and sorry iceman for your lost.

My thoughts are with you Iceman.

FINALLY!!!!!! MAY I ANNOUNCE THE ARRIVAL OF:

Isabella Grace; born March 4, 5:00 a.m.
The little darling weighed in at a whopping 8 lbs. 13 oz. and as you might expect from me is as beautiful as can be. Both mother and baby are doing well. I just got back from spending three days tending to things and plan to go help out again next week.

Thanks everyone for letting me "boast" of this wonderful event, and for everyone's well wishes. Truly a wonderful blessing.

TIS

CONGRATULATIONS on a beautiful baby and grandmother

It is about time we finally heard.

I have worn a big spot in the carpet waiting!

That is so great Tis!

Congratulations, and may you enjoy all the coming years that you spend with your new family member.

congrats TIS, i´m so glad for u

Congratulations on the birth of Isabella Grace. What a lovely time for you all.
8lb 13 wow!

TPM

TIS I am so happy for you! Congratualtions!

CONGRATULATIONS!!

"L" and I are very happy to hear this good news!

We wish you all the best that life has to offer, and hope that you get to spend lots of time with your new granddaughter as she finds her way in this world

TIS can print this off and show her when shes older how many people were actually anticiapting her birth.

Congrats TIS!!!

Hahaha cheers Cap it was great


also congratulations on the baby!

Congrats, TIS!!

My best wishes to you, mom & dad, and Isabella!

Was she named after the Sopranos character, the "foreign exchange student"?

BTW - Was your first grandchild a masculine child?

I have to express my most pleasing and warmest congratulations to the to the most pleasing and warmest woman on the board. I'm very happy to hear the good news for you.

Mazel Tov!

Excellent news TIS! All of my warmest congrats and more!

So, I figure another sixteen years before we get another Lil' TIS roaming around kicking our Sicilian asses out onto the street!

Mick

...and may their third child be a masculine child. As a father of a daughter, I wouldn't have minded two, or three or ...that's enoungh. Congratulations and best wishes for a healthy child. Happy Grandmother Day!

CONGRATS TIS i'm glad everythings good.

Congrats TIS!!! How did you like the Sopranos? By the way, my cousin was born on March 1, 1993 which was a leap year..He was almost a leap year Feb 29th baby, but he made it by 6 hours or so. He is very bright, loves to read, loves books and a loving son to my cousin. Your grandbaby will be a blessing to you and your family no matter what! Salud!

Congrats TIS. -Pat

TIS,

This is wonderful news. I know you and your family will enjoy this ANGEL. I love the name they chosen it even sounds Angelic. All the best to you and your family.
PS. Post some pics.