WishboneDawn Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 It's a boy!:001_smile: Truth is I'm feeling sort of conflicted about it. We knew that if it was a boy he would be named after the brother who died last year so I've been hoping it was a girl to sort of avoid all the feelings that would bring up. I'm all about avoidance! But I am very glad I found out. I can deal with those feelings now rather then a month down the road when the little guy is in my arms. :) He will be Lauchlin (lock-lin, it's an old Scottish name) James and he's going to be one spoiled little boy. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justamouse Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 AHHH! I didn't read you were expecting! :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaillardia Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 That's a cool name. I had a name picked out for our #3 boy, and when I looked at him, there was no way he could be named what I had picked, Jean (French pronunciation) Eric. He was Greek/Italian looking. Somewhere back in the ancestry pool...;) I didn't know you were expecting a baby! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 Congrats! beautiful name! And I did know you were pregnant, thanks to you sig line! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veritaserum Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 Congratulations! And :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twoforjoy Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 Congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delaney Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 Terrific name!!! Congrats:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denisemomof4 Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 congrats!!!!!!!!!!! You will be holding him SOON!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :001_wub: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HistoryMom Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 Nice! I had a distant-cousin-in-law named Loch. He was a charming, white-haired, retired fighter pilot. Just thinking about him makes me smile. I'm sure your little boy will be just as charming. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swellmomma Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 Congrats. I love the name Lauchlin, I will apologize now for anytime I misspell it as that is not the spelling I am used to ;) Won't be much longer now before we get to see newborn pics :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aquinas Academy Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 :grouphug: Those situations are so awful. Congratulations on your boy, though! He has a lovely name. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WishboneDawn Posted October 3, 2011 Author Share Posted October 3, 2011 Congrats. I love the name Lauchlin, I will apologize now for anytime I misspell it as that is not the spelling I am used to ;) Won't be much longer now before we get to see newborn pics :D I've also seen Laughlin and Locklin but "Lauchlin" is the family spelling so I'll keep it. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WishboneDawn Posted October 3, 2011 Author Share Posted October 3, 2011 Thanks everyone. I'm feeling better about this already. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iona Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 :hurray: for your sweet little boy and :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 Congrats! Another boy for the Hive! :D Hmmm...How about we schedule a playdate for Lauchlin and Joshua, say, 2014? Summer? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickenpatty Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 Congrats!! I'd love to have another bouncing baby boy! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsBasil Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 Congratulations!! Love the name. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linguistmama Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Hooray! What a cool name. DH has a sister who died and we may use her name for a middle name for dd3. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pretty in Pink Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 He'll be here before you know it! Congratulations!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JumpedIntoTheDeepEndFirst Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Congrats! I'm sure he will be a delightful bundle of joy!:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funschooler5 Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Congratulations!!:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommyrooch Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Congrats!!! :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Inna* Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Congratulations! :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ewe Mama Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Congratulations! 'Tis a fine, strong name to give to the lad! Raise him on haggis and lots of readings of Wee Gillis and get him a set of the pipes when he's strong enough to handle them! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unicorn. Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Congrats and I love that name! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heidi @ Mt Hope Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Congratulations! What a special name for a special little boy! I had the name Lachlan John picked out if #4 was a boy, but instead I finally got to use the girl name I've had picked out for over 10 years. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amydavis Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 I really love the name! Congratulations, and :grouphug:. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie Laurie Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Congrats! I love his name! James is a family name- my grandpa, the most handsome, wonderful man, was named James, and so is my older brother- also a handsome, awesome guy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kari C in SC Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Congratulations! And I do understand your mixed feelings on having a new baby named for your brother. My son passed away last year and his best friend has told me that his next child will carry his name. It hurts even though you are welcoming a blessing. Just know your brother is watching over this little guy. Blessings to you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WishboneDawn Posted October 4, 2011 Author Share Posted October 4, 2011 Congrats! Another boy for the Hive! :D Hmmm...How about we schedule a playdate for Lauchlin and Joshua, say, 2014? Summer? Done! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WishboneDawn Posted October 4, 2011 Author Share Posted October 4, 2011 Congratulations! And I do understand your mixed feelings on having a new baby named for your brother. My son passed away last year and his best friend has told me that his next child will carry his name. It hurts even though you are welcoming a blessing. Just know your brother is watching over this little guy. Blessings to you! Thanks Kari and :grouphug:. It's such a weird feeling and I've been feeling a little guilty that my reaction wasn't all joy but I'm guessing it's actually a pretty normal reaction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 I lost my brother 7 years ago. My other brother named his son with first bro's name, as a middle name. He asked permission of my first bro's widow. It was really nice. I know what you mean about calling up feelings. I can only say that I still cry over first bro's death--I do talk to him in prayer, because I believe in the communion of saints, but I always qualify it by asking God to relay the message...(gentle lol). I'm sorry for your loss, and I'm excited for your coming grace. :001_smile: (BTW, EfM started...:D) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura Corin Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 He will be Lauchlin (lock-lin, it's an old Scottish name) James and he's going to be one spoiled little boy. :D If you want to be really Scottish, the 'ch' is closer to a heavily-aspirated 'h'. Here's pronunciation for 'loch', which has the same sound, here. Best wishes with your pregnancy, Laura Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WishboneDawn Posted October 4, 2011 Author Share Posted October 4, 2011 If you want to be really Scottish, the 'ch' is closer to a heavily-aspirated 'h'. Here's pronunciation for 'loch', which has the same sound, here. Best wishes with your pregnancy, Laura I think I'll go with the Scottish-Canadian pronunciation. You don't want to hear me trying to say that.:D It's actually my dad's name as well and every second male relative in Cape Breton seems to be either Lauchie John or John Lauchie. :D Popular on the island but not common at all off it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura Corin Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 I think I'll go with the Scottish-Canadian pronunciation. You don't want to hear me trying to say that.:D It's actually my dad's name as well and every second male relative in Cape Breton seems to be either Lauchie John or John Lauchie. :D Popular on the island but not common at all off it. Laura Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Done! :D Seriously, Wolf wants to spend a few wks in the summer in the Maritimes. He spent some growing up time in NS, and PEI if memory serves. If we end up moving to ON, it'll be doable...I can't see driving from AB to NS for a cpl of wks vacation, though. Wolf wouldn't mind moving to NS, but the damp would kill me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer3141 Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Congrats and I hope whenever you peer into your son's eyes, that you see your brother's love shining back at you. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WishboneDawn Posted October 6, 2011 Author Share Posted October 6, 2011 Congrats and I hope whenever you peer into your son's eyes, that you see your brother's love shining back at you. :) Thank you. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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