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figbo · 8 June 2012, 05:23 AM

Here Lisa,she's getting big!Oh,BTW,my daughter is pregnant again...

Rockrolex · 8 June 2012, 06:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Lisa

Just some quackston-hicks.

I kill me!

You sure it's not quackston-kicks?

Rockrolex · 8 June 2012, 06:05 AM

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Originally Posted by figbo

Here Lisa,she's getting big!Oh,BTW,my daughter is pregnant again...

Congrats, Raf.

Will the new one be this one's sibling?

figbo · 8 June 2012, 06:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Rockrolex

Congrats, Raf.

Will the new one be this one's sibling?

This one is from my son,Ed.My daughter have a 20yo,a 16 and a 14 and another one in the works.

Lisa · 8 June 2012, 03:20 PM

Raf, she is so cute! Thanks for the pic... sure would like to give her a snuggle.

figbo · 9 June 2012, 01:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Lisa

Raf, she is so cute! Thanks for the pic... sure would like to give her a snuggle.

My son posted a video of her blowing kisses,she's going to be a heartbreaker!

Lisa · 10 June 2012, 01:39 AM

Ducky update: a quick candling this morning reveals the little guy has poked his bill into the air cell... this means he's actually breathing now and is in the proper position for hatching. I could feel him knocking around as I held the egg. So all is going as it should and on schedule! He should be cracking the shell within 24 to 36 hours. I'm reading that this is a critical time as far as having the conditions right - temp and humidity - so please send hopeful thoughts this way!

Can hardly believe we've made it this far.

Lisa · 10 June 2012, 09:32 AM

Oooh - now there's a tiny crack in the shell! How am I going to sleep tonight?!

chicfarmer1 · 10 June 2012, 09:34 AM

This is so cool. Where's the Duckycam?!

Lisa · 10 June 2012, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by chicfarmer1

This is so cool. Where's the Duckycam?!

I'm getting some still shots and will post them soon - at this point there isn't much to see except a tiny star-shaped crack in the shell. He progressed pretty fast though, from breaking through the internal air cell to cracking the shell in about 12 hours... but I'm reading they can stay like this for another day or so.

East Bay Rider · 10 June 2012, 10:23 AM

Go Snort Go

Lisa · 10 June 2012, 11:39 AM

Here are some pics for you guys. The first "pip" right at the end of the X. This was taken two hours ago.

And taken just now... the little guy is working hard and the crack's getting bigger:

Bill, this pic is for you. My husband loves old gauges - this one measures temperature and humidity. It's from 1954 and still works like a charm.

East Bay Rider · 10 June 2012, 12:13 PM

That's very cool.
You know, when I was a kid my father had a ham radio license. He had this old tube receiver and an antenna stretched out. When he left it was left behind. We moved but I took it and stretched a wire and used to listen to random people chatting around the globe (kind of like the forums Pre-Internet). I didn't know the frequencies or anything, I just turned the knob until something audible happened. I wish I still had it. It looked like some of the stuff in the picture of Dave's shelf.

dbelle7 · 10 June 2012, 12:34 PM

EGGciting!!! Sorry. But seriously so COOL!!

Peppers90 · 10 June 2012, 12:39 PM

Wow, you should definitely be feeling some labor
pains right about now! Don't forget to breathe ;). Can't wait
to see the lil guy!

East Bay Rider · 10 June 2012, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by dbelle7

EGGciting!!! Sorry. But seriously so COOL!!

When Lisa's duck egg hatches, SHELL be EGGcited for sure.

Lisa · 10 June 2012, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by dbelle7

EGGciting!!! Sorry. But seriously so COOL!!

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Originally Posted by East Bay Rider

When Lisa's duck egg hatches, SHELL be EGGcited for sure.

Ya'lls duck yolks are quacking me up.

Lisa · 10 June 2012, 01:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Peppers90

Wow, you should definitely be feeling some labor
pains right about now! Don't forget to breathe ;). Can't wait
to see the lil guy!

I might be able to do this without an epidural.... but might go for a bottle of Mike's Hard Lemonade soon just to take the edge off....

East Bay Rider · 10 June 2012, 01:04 PM

Have you Hatched a plan for what you'll do after the duckling arrives?

Lisa · 10 June 2012, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by East Bay Rider

Have you Hatched a plan for what you'll do after the duckling arrives?

Not completely... I'd been too afraid to make plans. But it eventually will involve our local wildlife rehabbers, if they'll take 'im.

gmh1013 · 10 June 2012, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Lisa

Not completely... I'd been too afraid to make plans. But it eventually will involve our local wildlife rehabbers, if they'll take 'im.

What are you going to name him? ROLEX? DATEJUST? or just DJ?

need to have a name that duck contest....

rfknauss · 11 June 2012, 12:15 AM

Very cool Lisa ..... can't wait to see the pics of the new duckling!

Lisa · 12 June 2012, 03:48 AM

Duckie was born at about 8:30 this morning! All looks great and he seems very active and vibrant, toddling around and preening his stuffed companion.

He's still got some shell membrane stuck to his back, but when he warms up and finishes fluffing, I'll help wash it off with a warm q-tip.

Rockrolex · 12 June 2012, 03:59 AM

Congratulations, Lisa. Looks like everything is just ducky.

Lisa · 12 June 2012, 04:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Rockrolex

Congratulations, Lisa. Looks like everything is just ducky.

It was a looong night, but has been a great day, Ed. Thanks.

Rockrolex · 12 June 2012, 04:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Lisa

It was a looong night, but has been a great day, Ed. Thanks.

It's been 37 years since we last went through labor. I still remember the hours, but not the pains.

OTOH, we had our two grandaughters spend Saturday night with us. And it was a long one with the 4 month old, who woke up every hour and cried for her pacifier. Then she would go back to sleep for another hour. Our kids suggested we put the Pak-N-Play in our room to make it easier. Hah, that's the last time we do that.

The 4 year old woke up once but went right back to sleep.

When do you think your new one will sleep through the night?

chicfarmer1 · 12 June 2012, 05:06 AM

To revive you I've brought Parisian macarons and a huge thermos of French roast coffee.

Congrats! Duckie looks lovely, but a little tuckered out!

Lisa · 12 June 2012, 05:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Rockrolex

It's been 37 years since we last went through labor. I still remember the hours, but not the pains.

OTOH, we had our two grandaughters spend Saturday night with us. And it was a long one with the 4 month old, who woke up every hour and cried for her pacifier. Then she would go back to sleep for another hour. Our kids suggested we put the Pak-N-Play in our room to make it easier. Hah, that's the last time we do that.

The 4 year old woke up once but went right back to sleep.

When do you think your new one will sleep through the night?

I don't know! We could have a few noisy nights, for sure.

Lucky granddaughters - making memories with you. Hope you got caught up on your sleep.

With my human babes, against the advice of many I just took 'em to bed with me. We all slept better. Trouble is, you can't get them out of your bed. Like ever.

Lisa · 12 June 2012, 05:26 AM

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Originally Posted by chicfarmer1

To revive you I've brought Parisian macarons and a huge thermos of French roast coffee.

Congrats! Duckie looks lovely, but a little tuckered out!

Looks delish and quite fortifying. Thanks!

A li'l update pic, taken through the incubator window:

kcmo · 12 June 2012, 06:05 AM

Wow, Wow, Wow, Lisa! Glad all went well! Amazing!

10 June 2012, 10:23 AM	#9461
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10 June 2012, 12:13 PM	#9463
East Bay Rider "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: East Bay RI Watch: GMT-II 16710LN Posts: 12,103	That's very cool. You know, when I was a kid my father had a ham radio license. He had this old tube receiver and an antenna stretched out. When he left it was left behind. We moved but I took it and stretched a wire and used to listen to random people chatting around the globe (kind of like the forums Pre-Internet). I didn't know the frequencies or anything, I just turned the knob until something audible happened. I wish I still had it. It looked like some of the stuff in the picture of Dave's shelf. __________________ I bought a cheap watch from the crazy man Floating down canal It doesn't use numbers or moving hands It always just says "now" Now you may be thinking that I was had But this watch is never wrong And if I have trouble the warranty said Breathe In, Breathe Out, Move On J. Buffett Instagram: eastbayrider46

10 June 2012, 01:04 PM	#9469
East Bay Rider "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: East Bay RI Watch: GMT-II 16710LN Posts: 12,103	Have you Hatched a plan for what you'll do after the duckling arrives? __________________ I bought a cheap watch from the crazy man Floating down canal It doesn't use numbers or moving hands It always just says "now" Now you may be thinking that I was had But this watch is never wrong And if I have trouble the warranty said Breathe In, Breathe Out, Move On J. Buffett Instagram: eastbayrider46

11 June 2012, 12:15 AM	#9472
rfknauss 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Richard Location: Macungie, PA Watch: 5513 Sub, LV Sub Posts: 14,498	Very cool Lisa ..... can't wait to see the pics of the new duckling! __________________ *"Few things in life give man as great a pleasure as wearing a Rolex!"* TRF's "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Patron

12 June 2012, 03:59 AM	#9474
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2025 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 38,093	Congratulations, Lisa. Looks like everything is just ducky. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

8 June 2012, 03:20 PM	#9455
Lisa "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: oklahoma city Posts: 15,741	Raf, she is so cute! Thanks for the pic... sure would like to give her a snuggle.

10 June 2012, 01:39 AM	#9457
Lisa "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: oklahoma city Posts: 15,741	Ducky update: a quick candling this morning reveals the little guy has poked his bill into the air cell... this means he's actually breathing now and is in the proper position for hatching. I could feel him knocking around as I held the egg. So all is going as it should and on schedule! He should be cracking the shell within 24 to 36 hours. I'm reading that this is a critical time as far as having the conditions right - temp and humidity - so please send hopeful thoughts this way! Can hardly believe we've made it this far.

10 June 2012, 09:32 AM	#9458
Lisa "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: oklahoma city Posts: 15,741	Oooh - now there's a tiny crack in the shell! How am I going to sleep tonight?!

10 June 2012, 09:34 AM	#9459
chicfarmer1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: J Location: USA Midwest Watch: Midsize Datejust Posts: 2,611	This is so cool. Where's the Duckycam?!

10 June 2012, 11:39 AM	#9462
Lisa "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: oklahoma city Posts: 15,741	Here are some pics for you guys. The first "pip" right at the end of the X. This was taken two hours ago. And taken just now... the little guy is working hard and the crack's getting bigger: Bill, this pic is for you. My husband loves old gauges - this one measures temperature and humidity. It's from 1954 and still works like a charm.

10 June 2012, 12:34 PM	#9464
dbelle7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: wilderness Watch: Everose DD Posts: 1,400	EGGciting!!! Sorry. But seriously so COOL!!

10 June 2012, 12:39 PM	#9465
Peppers90 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Shannon Location: USA Watch: AP & Rolex Posts: 2,264	Wow, you should definitely be feeling some labor pains right about now! Don't forget to breathe ;). Can't wait to see the lil guy!

12 June 2012, 03:48 AM	#9473
Lisa "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: oklahoma city Posts: 15,741	Duckie was born at about 8:30 this morning! All looks great and he seems very active and vibrant, toddling around and preening his stuffed companion. He's still got some shell membrane stuck to his back, but when he warms up and finishes fluffing, I'll help wash it off with a warm q-tip.

12 June 2012, 06:05 AM	#9480
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	Wow, Wow, Wow, Lisa! Glad all went well! Amazing!

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