Bang!Zoom! Posted July 8, 2013 Share Posted July 8, 2013 I am. Last I read it was predicted for the 14th of this month. The Queens granddaughter is also announced as expecting today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BakersDozen Posted July 8, 2013 Share Posted July 8, 2013 Honestly, I could care less. Sorry, but true. I rolled my eyes when one magazine cover indicated that Kate was wearing a maternity dress she had worn previously. Really??? There are many important people and events going on in this world. Royal babies don't make my list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janie Grace Posted July 8, 2013 Share Posted July 8, 2013 I'm excited! I don't care much about celebrities, but expected babies excite me, no matter whose they are! And I admit -- I have been quite impressed and refreshed by Kate's classy persona (when it comes to famous people), so I care about her baby way more than the West baby, for example. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 I think it's exciting! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skeeterbug Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 I thought the official due date was the 13th? Same as mine, so, ya know, I'm excited for my own reasons. :) Truly this royal baby is the only 'celebrity' baby I'm the least bit interested in. But I suspect that Aussies are a bit more interested anyway. ;) I'm just curious to see what she has, this child will be in the news for the rest of its life. (I'm so out of the whole celebrity thing that I don't even know who the West baby referred to above is!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravelingChris Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 I don't care at all, well. I should change that a bit. Just a tiny bit more than I did not care about the North West baby. Talk about stupid info my brain retains. I have a very good memory and it is not always a blessing. I remember lots of useless. stupid things too. Like the above. And lots of other stupid celebrity baby names too. My family can't understand why I have such a good memory for all kinds of facts including these ridiculously stupid facts but can't remember normal things like doing some chore. It is because one is a fact and one is a random thing to do. I wish it was different but at least it made school easier. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isabella Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 I thought the official due date was the 13th? Same as mine, so, ya know, I'm excited for my own reasons. :) Truly this royal baby is the only 'celebrity' baby I'm the least bit interested in. But I suspect that Aussies are a bit more interested anyway. ;) I'm just curious to see what she has, this child will be in the news for the rest of its life. (I'm so out of the whole celebrity thing that I don't even know who the West baby referred to above is!) I agree, Kate is a refreshing addition to the royal family, and I will be interested to see the baby, and how they raise it together. And a new baby is always exciting whosoever it is! :-) And for the PP, the West baby is Kim Kardashian and Kanye West's new baby. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moxie Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 Me!! I love Kate and her style. Can't wait to find out the gender. Hey, got to have something to look forward to, right?!? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 I always look for the newest news when I'm in the grocery store check-out! Babies are sweet. I like hearing about them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeannie in NJ Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 I like that if it is a girl, she will be queen one day, no matter how many brothers she may end up having. About time. She will join the ranks of Queens Victoria and Elizabeth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momacacia Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 I'm very interested. Wonder if, if it is a she, will she be Elizabeth III. Yeebers, I'd have a hard time naming my kid after the first two Elizabeths, but I can imagine the pressure. The kid'll have 10 names anyway, so maybe they can call him/her by a middle name like we did with baby boy. He only has 3 names, though. Lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myeightkiddies Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 Even though the Royals don't play as big as a role as they once did, it is still historic. I'm interested. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skeeterbug Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 And for the PP, the West baby is Kim Kardashian and Kanye West's new baby. Okay, I knew KK had a baby, but I know so little that I don't know if she had a boy or a girl and didn't know who the father is. I'm still trying to figure out why she is famous. :leaving: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
8circles Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 Could not care less. Love babies, though, so I'll be happy to gush over pictures when I happen upon them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milovany Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 Charlotte Elizabeth born on the 11th at 5:28 in the morning. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theYoungerMrsWarde Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 I'm excited! I don't care much about celebrities, but expected babies excite me, no matter whose they are! And I admit -- I have been quite impressed and refreshed by Kate's classy persona (when it comes to famous people), so I care about her baby way more than the West baby, for example. :iagree: I'm not even into fashion, but I follow a blog that is dedicated just to identifying what Kate wears in public (even though that means pretty much nothing to me, I like looking at her pretty dresses and HATS!) I'm pregnant at the same time as her (I did NOT get pregnant just because the Duchess did) and my baby girl's middle name is going to be Catherine, but that was decided YEARS ago to honor a family member who passed away. :tongue_smilie: But, yes, I'm totally excited. :thumbup: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeannie in NJ Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 at least we know they won't be allowed to name the baby something like North or Apple or Zappa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moxie Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 :iagree: I'm not even into fashion, but I follow a blog that is dedicated just to identifying what Kate wears in public (even though that means pretty much nothing to me, I like looking at her pretty dresses and HATS!) I'm pregnant at the same time as her (I did NOT get pregnant just because the Duchess did) and my baby girl's middle name is going to be Catherine, but that was decided YEARS ago to honor a family member who passed away. :tongue_smilie: But, yes, I'm totally excited. :thumbup: Link please! I love fashion! And exclamation marks!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom2scouts Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 Honestly, I couldn't care less. It really doesn't affect me any more than any other stranger having a baby. Sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mona100 Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 Charlotte Elizabeth born on the 11th at 5:28 in the morning. :D Hmmm....might need to check the odds on that one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 Not that interested but they are going to shine either pink or blue lights on Niagara Falls when the baby is born. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fraidycat Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 Could not care any less actually, because then I'd be dead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alexigail Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 I have sort of personal reasons for being interested. I was going through hyperemesis at that same time as she was and I really appreciated that she brought attention to it. I went on to lose my baby and so I am very happy for her that she is having hers. I think she's a breath of fresh air. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather in Neverland Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 Wait, are you telling me that Kardashian woman and Kanye West ACTUALLY named their baby "North"? As in "North West"? Seriously? Do they hate this child or something? Why would they do that? Makes me glad I don't keep up with the Kardashains or any of those ridiculous people. But I am excited about the royal baby. At least they will name it something dignified. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
countrygal Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 I am! It's neat that the gender is a surprise. I like Kate, she seems genuine. William and Kate seem to be truly in love. I don't follow celebrities at all, but I did google her the other day because I was curious when this baby was going to get here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theYoungerMrsWarde Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 Link please! I love fashion! And exclamation marks!! http://strictlykatemiddleton.blogspot.com/ When she was doing the Canada tour I checked it every.single.day. And then went into withdrawals when it was over. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joker Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 I actually find myself interested. I've never cared before about celebrity babies, but I think this one is neat. I'll click on the news links when she has her baby to see what the name and gender is. I'll probably smile and think, "That's cool!", and then I'll move on with my day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theYoungerMrsWarde Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 I have sort of personal reasons for being interested. I was going through hyperemesis at that same time as she was and I really appreciated that she brought attention to it. I went on to lose my baby and so I am very happy for her that she is having hers. I think she's a breath of fresh air. I am sorry for your loss! I had never heard of hypermesis before they reported Kate having it, and I ended up with it, too! I probably had it with my first as well and just didn't realize it was more than just "morning" sickness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
staceyobu Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 I'm interested! Stayed up all night to watch the wedding! Can't wait to see the baby! I wonder if we will ever know details of the birth... I've heard rumors that she is planning on using hypnobabies? I'm also curious to see if she breastfeeds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaillardia Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 Stayed up all night to watch the wedding too! The rest, not so much care here. I still laugh pretty hard about cousin Beatrice's hat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 I'm far too interested in my own baby to pay attention to Kate's. Self absorbed, but true! :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosie_0801 Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 I confess I'll be disappointed if it's a boy, after the law change. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arcadia Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 I confess I'll be disappointed if it's a boy, after the law change.Great Britain had queens so I guess I am not as excited about the law change as if there never was a queen. Has Japan change their law regarding succession to the chrysanthemum throne? Haven't been following that news.Is Australia going to celebrate when the royal baby is born? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 I'm interested but not rabid about it. I like William and Kate and wish them all the best. I'm glad the Queen is still around to see her ggrand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosie_0801 Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 Is Australia going to celebrate when the royal baby is born? I dunno. I assume we'll send an impressive, useless gift. A set of Australian Children's classics would be more useful than the collection of silver platters poor Prince William got. The nanny could at least read them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trulycrabby Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 I have sort of personal reasons for being interested. I was going through hyperemesis at that same time as she was and I really appreciated that she brought attention to it. I went on to lose my baby and so I am very happy for her that she is having hers. I think she's a breath of fresh air. I'm so sorry. :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wingedradical Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 The actual birth will be newsworthy - the UK is a major power and the Commonwealth is widespread. I also think it is great that patriarchy is losing out and whether girl or boy, the baby will be heir to the throne. But about details, I couldn't care less but then, I am an American and thoroughly republican (in the broad sense, not necessarily the political party). On the other hand, even the details of the royal pregnancy and birth are more interesting than the same about some Hollywood celebrity <gag me with a stick>. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mumto2 Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 Yes, I am! :) To be honest I love babies and celebrate most. Will and Kate seem to truly be in love and are looking forward to raising their family. For celebs they are "good" people. Glad that since dd really enjoys Kate news, fashion, etc.that the choices are overall positive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MollyAnn Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 I am excited!! The royal families fascinate me, I think because of all the history they come from. I love tradition so I love that the plan is to still print out the detail of the baby on a piece of parchment and post it on an easel outside of Buckingham Palace. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wintermom Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 Even though the Royals don't play as big as a role as they once did, it is still historic. I'm interested. You probably don't have a royal face on your money. It's more than historic, it's daily life looking at the classic face of Queen Elizabeth on my small change, in a young or older version depending on the age of the coin. lol I'm curious to know if it will be a boy or girl on my coins in the future, after Charles, of course. I'm not so thrilled about the thought of his face staring back at me!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXBeth Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 You probably don't have a royal face on your money. It's more than historic, it's daily life looking at the classic face of Queen Elizabeth on my small change, in a young or older version depending on the age of the coin. lol I'm curious to know if it will be a boy or girl on my coins in the future, after Charles, of course. I'm not so thrilled about the thought of his face staring back at me!! So you don't think Queen Elizabeth will manage to outlive Charles so it skips straight to William? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in Australia Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 So you don't think Queen Elizabeth will manage to outlive Charles so it skips straight to William? :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scarlett Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 I am mildly interested. They do seem to be in love. It makes me sad that Princess Diana is not here to see her grand baby. I saw on the news about that Kardashian woman giving her baby such a stupid name. What is wrong with people. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 So you don't think Queen Elizabeth will manage to outlive Charles so it skips straight to William? We can hope. The idea of Chuckie on my cash gags me. I don't even want to think about his wife being crowned. *shudder* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaithManor Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 Great Britain had queens so I guess I am not as excited about the law change as if there never was a queen. Has Japan change their law regarding succession to the chrysanthemum throne? Haven't been following that news. Is Australia going to celebrate when the royal baby is born? No, the emperor's brother and wife popped out a boy in 2006. So the line of succession will be the eldest son of the emperor Akihito, to the youngest son, to the grandson and bypass Aiko, the one and only child - a daughter - of the current heir to the throne. There was of course some serious speculation that said little boy was what one might call a "not naturally occurring" pregnancy...as in, "make us a male child NOW you fertility specialist you" kind of thing. However, who knows and who cares. The pressure on the princesses in that family is HORRID and the press should just leave them alone for crying out loud. I remember the flap though and thought, "Wow! And Britain thought their paparazzi could be bad! Nope, the Japanese royal family has it much worse!!" It's a sick, patriarchial, misogynistic system over there. They acknowledge the fact that after Masako - heir apparent's wife - had a miscarriage a couple of years after their daughter was born - the pressure on her by the emperor and his wife, along with endless calls from government officials to remind her of her duty to produce a son - Masako became so depressed she rarely even appears in public. Her depression is very profound. Naruhito keeps his daughter Aiko away from her grandparents - also a common fact which has caused all kinds of angst over there - because he doesn't want his father and mother to make her feel like such a huge disappointment for being a girl. Soooooooooooooo sad.... I'm slightly interested in Kate and William's baby. Slightly. However, I was a little more interested when Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark and Princess Mary had their children. Dh's family is Danish and they are long away shirt-tail relation to the throne. Despite the years and intermarriage with non-Danish spouses, the resemblance is still close. I'll see if I can post a pic. Dh looks very much like the prince and when he smiles, he looks startlingly similar. Faith Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MommaOfalotta Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 I'm very excited! Especially to hear the name! I was one that woke up at 4am to watch the wedding :o I grew up on Disney movies.. this was/is a modern day fairytale. I dont care at all for celebrity gossip, or those awful magazines and tabloids, but this is a couple with class and dignity... and I can't get enough! I am genuinely excited for them! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HS Mom in NC Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 Well, you did ask.No. I don't care. I'm sure they're lovely people but I don't care that a royal is reproducing anymore than I care that a celebrity or someone down the street from me is having a child. I have a low opinion of monarchies, Disney type movies that promote monarchies, sicky sweet romanticism of relationships, celebrities, celebrity magazines (everything from People magazine to tabloids) and celebrity TV shows. I hate that I live in a culture so saturated with that kind of crap that I know what a Kardashian is just because I stand in a grocery store line. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runningmom80 Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 I'm super excited! My twins bday was Sunday, I was hoping for the royal baby to come that day. Am I the only one wanting a royal baby Diana? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runningmom80 Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 http://strictlykatemiddleton.blogspot.com/ When she was doing the Canada tour I checked it every.single.day. And then went into withdrawals when it was over. I'm glad I'm not the only one who follows Kate blogs. Lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebecca VA Posted July 9, 2013 Share Posted July 9, 2013 I'm hoping they'll name a girl Princess Charlotte or a boy Prince John (after the epileptic and possibly autistic little Prince John, the Queen's late uncle; this movie is about him: http://www.amazon.com/Lost-Prince-Miranda-Richardson/dp/B00015HXDG/ref=sr_1_1?s=movies-tv&ie=UTF8&qid=1373389753&sr=1-1&keywords=the+lost+prince ). I like Kate but really despise her attention-seeking siblings. Her mom's smug expression irritates me. But I have to admit Kate has never done anything wrong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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