And so the bags are by the door. That’s Timmy’s bag on the right, the cute striped one. And whose bag is that on the left? Is that the Mommy bag? Nope, my bag is still in my bedroom since I still keep taking things in and out of it. Is that the Daddy bag? Nope, it’s also still in our bedroom. So whose ever-so-ready blue bag is that?
It’s the grandmother’s bag! Nonna (as Timmy will be calling my Mom) has prepared her own bag for the hospital too. Can you guess what’s in it?
Part of making our few days’ stay at the hospital as comfortable as possible is to have these items on hand. My Mom’s got paper towels, disposable cups, plates and utensils, dishwashing liquid, a sponge, sandwich bags, anti-bacterial soap, anti-bacterial wipes, hand towels… and I think she plans to add more stuff too. Not in the picture yet are: alcohol and disinfectant room spray. I wouldn’t be surprised if she had a “Welcome to the family, Timmy!” banner hidden somewhere in there.
“Are we having a picnic?,” H & I teased her when she showed us the contents. My Mom’s like a Girl Scout that way — always ready! What if guests bring food? What if H gets hungry and doesn’t have a plate to eat on? My Dad walked into the foyer when we were checking out the bag. I asked him if he had a Lolo’s bag too. He didn’t answer, but I think it got some wheels turning in his head!
Hi! I'm Toni Tiu,
and I've been blogging at
at Wifely Steps since 2003. This started as a blog to help newly weds adjust to married life. It has evolved into a home and parenting blog. I write about things close to my heart -- good eats, good reads, family, marriage, and the little things that make everyday happy.
Sinta
August 20, 2009 at 10:10 pm (15 years ago)That’s what mothers are there for ^_^ For all eventualities, they are prepared.
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rowie
August 20, 2009 at 11:11 pm (15 years ago)Yahoo, so excited! 😀
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ayen
August 20, 2009 at 11:47 pm (15 years ago)awwww, malapit na! good luck!
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J.
August 20, 2009 at 11:57 pm (15 years ago)LOL, Toni–when you said that “not in the picture yet” was “alcohol…” I thought, huh? Like vodka? Rum? Champagne to toast the new addition to the family? Ahaha. Clearly with my birthday coming up, you know where my mind is!
Good luck Toni! Everytime you pop up on Twitter, my reader or FB, I always go: “She’s STILL pregnant!” But not for long! 😉
.-= J.´s last blog ..Happy Birthday To Me! =-.
dang
August 21, 2009 at 12:25 am (15 years ago)How cute! You are surrounded by love, love, love! Kakaexcite to see Timmy!
Here’s praying for a safe delivery, healthy mom & healthy baby! :)(and the rest of the family, H, Nonna & Lolo)
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Asianmommy
August 21, 2009 at 5:55 am (15 years ago)How thoughtful! Good luck with your delivery.
Lissa
August 22, 2009 at 4:08 am (15 years ago)Hey Toni,
Thought I’d check here. hahaha… Soo happy for you. Congrats again!!
hazel
August 22, 2009 at 7:43 am (15 years ago)OMG. I haven’t blogged hopped in months!!! I just saw your facebook and your beautiful Timmy! Congratulations!!! =D
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Shai Coggins
August 22, 2009 at 11:15 am (15 years ago)Ah, so organised you are!
I wish you and the family all the best. Looking forward to the big announcement. Take care!
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renin
August 22, 2009 at 2:32 pm (15 years ago)definitely a doting nonna
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Junnie
August 22, 2009 at 4:30 pm (15 years ago)Congratulations. Would have wanted to extend to see you and Timmy…pero baka maiwan ako ng eroplano…sa susunod…ingat Mommy Toni….
Justice
August 24, 2009 at 10:50 am (15 years ago)Toni, you’re mom’s like the eveready battery haha but hey, the scenarios she thought about are foreseeable haha
.-= Justice´s last blog ..Our 1st Grader =-.