Two Pink Lines

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People have always told me that you don’t realize how much you want something until you say it outloud. Until it’s no longer a thought, but spoken — not just to yourself, but to another person.

It’s real. No longer bottled up, no longer able to take back or undo. It’s how I felt when I told the Mister I wanted to go back to grad school, that I had a great idea for a vacation or wanted to live in Eurpoe for a year (don’t worry, moms, we came to reality on that one). It’s also the way I felt when the Mister and I first decided to have kids.

For those of you who have had your own kids, you know that as soon as you decide you want kids, you can’t wait another moment. Each day that goes by feels like eternity. You try to distract yourself, make the weeks go by quickly, knowing that all you’re waiting for is the end of your “cycle.” That word disgusts me and I promise I’ll never use it again.

Then, the big day.

The Mister and I promised ourselves that we wouldn’t get caught up in the drama of it all. And I promised I wouldn’t turn into a psycho wife. Easier said than done — although I don’t think I ever fully lost it (at least that’s what I tell myself).

After just a few short long, never-ending months, it happened.

Now, if someone told me just a few years ago that my world would change forever after peeing on a stick, I’d look at them like they had told my Santa wasn’t real (he is!).

How little did I know…

As I watched the TWO pink lines emerge, I looked at the Mister and thought, “holy crap.”

Yea, I might leave that part out when I tell this story to our son/daughter.

Holy crap. Holy crap as in:

So yes, I’m pregnant. Bring on the pickles.

p.s. due in February

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  1. Mara said:

    Congratulations!

    I’m new here and this happens to be the first post I read. For some time I’ve been curious about what happens when you decide that you want to become parents. I’m not there yet myself, but good to know. :)

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  2. Cleshopaholic said:

    Congratulations!!!!! We’re so happy for you both!!!

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  3. Katie H. said:

    Aw, congratulations! :)

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  4. Ann said:

    Congratulations! My hubby and I decided about 3 months ago and I can relate — these have been the *longest* three months of our lives. I am hopeful that we will see two pink lines very soon!

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  5. KentuckyFarmGirl said:

    Congratulations!!! I scared our dog half to death the first time I saw those two lines! I screamed and jumped up and down and our basset howled and ran behind the couch. My husband nearly fainted! Then I worried I had hurt the baby by jumping up and down….crazy and wonderful! Then we took the test 6 more times just to make sure! We did the same thing with our second son 2 years later. It’s hard to believe my oldest is going into first grade and my baby starts kindergarten next year. Enjoy every minute of it!

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  6. VeggieGirl said:

    And since I’ve known about this, I can NOW say on the blog CONGRATULATIONS!! :-D Can’t wait to go shopping with you at that store next to Express, haha.

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  7. Jessica @ How Sweet said:

    OMG! Congrats! :)

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  8. Alicia at Poise in Parma said:

    OMG!!! This is the best news for a Monday morning! I am so incredibly happy for you – you are going to be a fantastic & beautiful mom!

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  9. Lindsay @ The Ketchup Diaries said:

    Shannon, SO MANY CONGRAULATIONS!!! This is the happiest news in the world and I am SO HAPPY for you and The Mister. I can’t wait to read the adventures for the next 9 months :smile:

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  10. Anna @ Newlywed, Newly Veg said:

    Congrats!!!! So exciting!!!! You’re going to have the cutest maternity clothes, I already know it :-)

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  11. Tina said:

    Congratulations!! I just found my pregnancy test from my twins! Your post made my whole morning-can’t wait to hear all about it all this winter! SO happy for you guys!

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  12. Alana said:

    Aw, I’ve never commented on your blog before, but what better time than now?! Congrats!!!!

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  13. allijag said:

    Congrats Shannon! So happy for the two (soon to be three!) of you :)

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  14. Erin said:

    Congratulations! That is such exciting news for both of you! :D

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  15. Sarah Jayne said:

    WHEEEEEEEEEE!!!!! Congrats x 100000000 !!!!! SOO incredible!

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  16. Andrea@WellnessNotes said:

    CONGRATULATIONS!!! So excited for you!

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  17. Mel said:

    Long time lurker, coming out of my secret hole to congratulate you and the Mister. :)

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  18. Heather said:

    Oh my gosh, congratulations! How exciting, very happy for you and the Mister!

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  19. Nina said:

    There is nothing more fullfilling and rewarding than having a child. Congratulations to you and the “Mister”.

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  20. Shanna said:

    Congrats! My hubby and I are in a similar place. Then i freaked so we got a dog. Haha!

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  21. Jenn Vojta said:

    Congratulations, Shannon & Jason! I’m so so so thrilled for you both! You will be the most amazing parents and can’t wait to meet Baby Hoehnen!

    Love you both!

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  22. Heather said:

    SHUT UP!!!! What a great Monday morning post!

    Congratulations, girlie! Can’t wait for “Fashion Fridays” – you are going to be the most stylish pregnant lady I’ve ever seen. :)

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  23. Summer said:

    That’s amazing, what a sweet story! (As sweet as a story can be when it involves peeing on a stick ;) You’re going to be such a gorgeous mommy!

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  24. Amy B @ Second City Randomness said:

    Oh wow! Congrats! You’re going to look so cute sporting the baby bump… :)

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  25. Jessica @ Healthy Obsessions said:

    Congratulations Chica! I’m so happy for you and the mister!

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  26. Deirdre said:

    Congrats! Thats awesome! So psyched for fashionable maternity wear and lots of pickles on the blog!

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  27. Mom said:

    Whew……….. the news is out! I can now scream out loud and tell everyone else I know (you know the only other ones I didn’t immediately call). Mark the crib off you worry list and let the bump reign! No more hiding behind scarves and belts, your beautiful and having a baby, let the magic begin and the glow shine on!
    Love you both.
    Mom (aka grandma)

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  28. Lisa @ I'm an Okie said:

    ahhh congrats!

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  29. Katie @ Health for the Whole Self said:

    CONGRATULATIONS!!!! Couldn’t be more happy for you! :)

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  30. Janna said:

    OMG! Congratulations!!!! I can’t wait to read all about everything!!!! You are going to be SUCH a good mom :)

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  31. Ann @ Appalachian Appetties said:

    CONGRATS!! Your post makes me smile :) Can’t wait to follow the adventure!

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  32. allison said:

    Wow! February is going to be one heck of an exciting month for you two!

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  33. Anne @ the doctor takes a wife said:

    Congratulations :) What an awesome, beautiful thing!! I can’t wait to hear all about it.

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  34. christina said:

    wow, congrulations! glad i just started reading :)

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  35. Tracey said:

    Congratulations! Wishing you all of the best!

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  36. Bite Buff said:

    Aw, wow- congratulations! Much to celebrate at our next blogger get together.

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  37. Carly said:

    Congratulations!!!

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  38. Melissa said:

    Eeeeek! Congratulations!!! :) Can’t wait to see your super stylish maternity attire. ;)

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  39. Shelly said:

    Yaaaaay!!! Congratulations! :)

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  40. sweetersalt said:

    How great – congrats! When I get prego I fully plan on eating tons of pickles and ice cream – so enjoy!

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  41. Kaz said:

    Omigosh, CONGRATS! :D

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  42. Ilana said:

    Ahhhh!!! Congratulations!! That’s amazing!! I am so very happy for you!!

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  43. Always a Bridesmaid said:

    YEAH!! CONGRATS!!

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  44. Kristin (Cook, Bake and Nibble) said:

    OMG!!! Congratulations, lady! I wish you and the mister all the best!! :D

    xo
    Kris

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  45. Lisa @ bakebikeblog said:

    Congratulations! I am so so happy for you both!

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  46. Lindsay said:

    I have been out of the loop for a while and just started reading down my google reader. As soon as I saw the post, I was so excited for you. I know you are going to be an amazing mom and I am sure that you will be the pregnant mom going to get pickles and ice cream at midnight!! :)
    Good Luck and I cannot wait to see the little one you bring into this world!! :)

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  47. Kristen said:

    You are going to make such a great and stylish mom…CONGRATS to you and the mister!

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  48. Jenny said:

    CONGRATS! This post has left me with a smile on my face :)

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  49. Gaby said:

    AAAhh!! oqiewnrowkdncoj is a great way to describe the feeling! lol
    Congratulations!!! I’m so happy for you and can’t wait to read about the whole experience!

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  50. Caroline said:

    Congratulations!!! i loved this post! interesting to see how emotions run when you find out you’re preggers!

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