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Thursday, October 30, 2014
Interview with Mom-to-be
When did you know you wanted to be a mother?
Before I can remember I have always wanted to be a mother.
What was your first thought when you found out you were having a baby?
Nothing articulate. Pure joy and sudden terror
How did you tell Brian?
We had been trying for a while and he knew when I'd be testing. I woke up at around 4:30am because I couldn't take it anymore. When I came back in the room I whispered, "it's positive" then jumped on him and said "you're going to be a daddy"
What part of parenthood are you looking forward to the most?
The little things.
What's something that scares you about being a parent?
Everything. But mostly not being a good enough example
If you had to pick a theme song for your child, what would it be?
Defying Gravity
Does your baby have a name, and if so, will you tell us what it is?
She does, and some people know it, but it won't really be official until she's born so we're not really announcing it.
What do you think Brian is looking forward to the most about being a dad?
He might disagree with me, but I think being able to give himself fully to someone who is literally part of him.
Years from now, what's something (besides your daughter) that will always remind you of this pregnancy?
Honestly, NYC hotdog smells will always remind me of being pregnant. Hopefully, once we move away from here I will never have to smell that ever again.
Have any questions for your friends about motherhood?
I would love to hear favorite memories of motherhood. I will get so much advice from people I don't even know, so I would love to have something different.
What Did They Look Like?
Here's Emmanuelle back when she used to DJ in Monticello.
Richard Brian in his first business suit.
What Will She Look Like?
According to the highly scientific website MakeMeBabies.com, this is what Emmanuelle and Richard's baby will look like:
Wednesday, October 29, 2014
Interview with Dad-to-be
When did you know you wanted to be a father?
I think I always wanted to be a father but the first time I got really excited about it was the first time I held Harrison. I had so much love for this little person out of nowhere that I couldn't imagine what holding my own kid would feel like.
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| Richard holding his nephew, Harrison, in 2003. |
What was your first thought when you found out you were going to be a dad?
Seeing how I was woken up with the news I didn't really have much going on that was clear. I do remember being so grateful that this had finally happened and so relieved the wait was over. It broke my heart every time it came back no and to see that look on Mani's face was terrible so I was so happy to not see it again.
What has Mani craved the most during her pregnancy?
Mostly she just craved odd things and different things all the time so picking dinner was always a game of guessing until we found the right thing and then she had to have it right then.
What part of parenthood are you looking forward to the most?
I would say being able to grow with her and help her every step of the way. Being the one who she runs to and the one who loves me more than anything.
What scares you the most about being a parent?
Being responsible for the this girl for everything she needs and making sure she has a strong foundation. I can't think about her being a teenager or I start getting anxiety...
What three traits do you hope the baby will inherit from you?
I would say my dashing good looks, my ability to make true friends, and being able to gain a testimony early on that she will always know is true not matter what else happens.
What three traits do you hope the baby will inherit from Mani?
Her beauty inside and out, her courage and strength, and her intelligence.
Do you have any questions for your friends who are experienced parents?
I've had the privilege of watching you and Jeff as well as and the rest of the family raise your kids and I feel I have learned quite a bit from that. Although I would love advice on how to make the most of what time we have together as I will be very busy with work and school for many years to come.
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