I can’t say that every woman wants to have a little girl… but I know that I always have. I have such an incredible relationship with my Mom and I’ve always longed to have a relationship like that with my daughter. While their babies you get to ooo and goo and just enjoys all the pink, petticoats, and bows! Then there’s the elementary school years where all the girls are figuring themselves out – it’s a time of true trials and tribulations. Girls can be mean at any stage, but it’s also important to go through these years and I’m sure it will be amazing to watch her learn from these years and build values to become a strong Christian woman one day. I know that the teenage years won’t be easy but once you get past those hormonal years the relationship that grows between a Mom and her daughter is one of a true friendship, of the utmost respect and admiration, and one that I believe is unbreakable. Mom’s know their “baby chicks” better than anyone else and they always know what to say and how to say it to make it right.
When the ultrasound tech yesterday told us that it would be a little girl I just was in shock and amazed. So many thoughts run through your mind… it’s like my life flashed before my eyes but in the future… very weird feeling. Last night I dreamed of future tea parties, playing dress up, singing in the church choir, PROM, WEDDING, college — but then I thought of grandbabies. I can’t tell you exactly how my Mom felt yesterday when she found out it was a girl – but I know she was excited and full of joy, to see her little baby girl have a baby girl has got to be an incredible feeling.
I would still love to have a boy one day (and I’m sure Gary would too) – and if we are blessed with a boy we will love everything that involves raising a little boy, but since yesterday my mind has been consumed with pink so I had to sit down and write about it and share my excitement.
I can’t post this without talking about the relationship between little girls and their daddies either. There is no doubt in my mind that Gary is going to be the best Dad to our little baby girl ever… I can just picture him now with all the pink gear, making sure that her bow doesn’t fall out of her hair but most importantly teaching her the basics of baseball and fishing. I can also see him using those big eyes and little pigtails to help him gather up some more autographs and I’m sure that she will happily oblige because she’ll be spending time with her “hero” (her Daddy). He is going to be the ultimate protector, the best tea party guest, our live in sports anchor and the best Daddy ever (in my eyes). We were talking last night and I mentioned how exciting it was that one day he was going to get to walk her down the aisle … such an incredible moment for a Dad… he just started glowing with excitement. There’s so much to look forward to.
Above all, I want my little girl to have a network of Christian women that surround her that she can go to with anything. I want her to have a close relationship with her Grandmothers for sure. And I also want her have a close relationship with her “Aunts” – of course she will be close to her Aunts by blood/marriage (Amy, Lisa and Angie!) but I also think “Aunts” can be any woman in her life. I’ve always called my Mom’s cousins (Karla, Marla, Sharla, Darla, Camy, and Nancy) “Aunts” and I have so many wonderful friends that are going to be the best “Aunts” ever. I value the friendship that I have with my girlfriends and I trust them just like I would trust a sister. I want our little baby girl to know that she call any of her “Aunts” anytime (for a playdate or for advice) 
Here is the 30-second video file from when we found out it was a girl… The ultrasound tech says it about 7 seconds in.
This weekend I think I will start on the nursery… I’ve gotta go looking around to get some ideas, but I’m thinking many shades of pink/maroon, white/cream with a splash of various pale greens. Not sure, I still have lots of looking to do, but I’m thinking soft, vintage and relaxing.
All of this has made me reflect on my relationship with my Mom — here are some pictures of us through the years.
The day I was born! Mom's life changed forever
Me as a baby
Wanted to be just like Mom... either that or I was looking for my pacifier
Every girl has to play in Mom's high heels!
Easter Sunday (the Easter bunny brought the sunglasses)
Christmas
Disney World
Drill team Try-outs - such a supportive Mom!
During college
College graduation -- very windy day.
My wedding day - I think my Mom looked beautiful that day.
Oh Lindsey — YOu are so on the game! Just yesterday you found out about the baby and today already blogging and nursery shopping! YOu are my hero. You and Gary are going to make great parents! Jonathan and I are soooo excited for you both!
Oh Lindsey, you are so right. Having a little girl is such an amazing thing. The bond is just amazing and with the closeness we have with our own moms, we know that it will just grow and grow. I know how close I am to my mom and if my relationship is anywhere near that with Sallee Brooke, then WOW!
I am so happy for you guys and feel so blessed to be a part of this special baby girl’s life. I can not wait for shopping trips, hair do’s, painting nails, talking about boys, clothes, and girly things we will get to do! Not to mention PINK!!!
We love you both so much and we are so proud of yall. God is so good to us!
Love to all 3 of you!
Aunt Amy
Cant wait to hear a name!
Oh, Lindsey, you are so sweet! I cried when I read this. The trip down memory lane was heart warming, you are so talented in so many ways. Loved the photos, I didn’t realize how time goes by, seems like yesterday, you were born, and how often we turned the page to begin another adventure. Here we are at the door of the greatest joy a mother can feel, the creation of a new life. I am so proud of you! You will be the best Mother ever! You are a wonderful daughter. I was so thrilled the day you were born and everyday has been special. We have been down roads of joy and up streets of joy together, and you were always there, you gave me the reason to go on. You chose a very special man to be your husband, Gary will be a wonderful Daddy! His love for you is so stong, he will never believe how he could ever love anything more, but, believe me, this girl will pull his heart strings in ways he won’t believe at times. I hope you and your daughter have only wonderful times ahead. As we begin the journey together with baby girl Spraggins, I want to be a part of everything I can to help both of you with encouragement, faith, determination, and love, through every moment I have and every dollar I make. HA HA Love you so much. I have got to start making some blankets, pillows, bows, hats, dresses…..oh so many things until the baby comes, then I am gonna love and kiss on that sweet baby until she is a sleep.
Love to you, Gary and sweetie pie,
MOM
Lindsey, You are going to be an amazing mom! I am so happy that you are having a girl! I would have loved a boy just as much but I have to admit I can’t wait to see her in her first dance outfit! I love your blog. I planned on starting one the day I found out that I was pregnant but life and morning sickness got in the way!
Lindsey,
You are so on the mark, and made me cry. I am so happy for you and Gary. Your going to be great parents. I hope to be in the Aunt category. I am so excited for you and proud of you.