Im going to be a dad

[marcusgunby]

Im a bit scared at present and dont want to hear things like 'you will have to sell you expensive toys' or 'thats the end of you spare money' only positive helpful comments to ease the shock.BTW its going to be a Aug 02 model.

 

[bake]

Cool Marcus!!!!
I had my son and daughter riding by the time they were 5, just means buying some more gear and having a blast with the kids. Quality family time :)

Good luck
Bake

 

[dirt bike dave]

Congrats, Marcus! I love my little '01 model! :) Some things are even better and more important than dirt bikes. Best wishes.

Dave

 

[RedBull]

congradulations!!!!! have fun with your kids!! i cant wait till i get kids and can lead them through life tachin em to ride :)

 

[oldguy]

Congratulations

Marcus there is nothing like having a little one to corrupt:cool: with all your thoughts, values, and hobbies.
I was also scared about the thought of being a dad but once it happens it is the greatest thing going. As far as loosing the toys- No way once you get the kid hooked on all your fun things you have to buy double. You may not have the most current thing going (I know from experiance) and keeping up with the kid is rough on the pockets but it is well worth it.
Now get out there and start looking for that PW- you know they aren't going to get any cheaper ( that is my tactic and it works;) )

 

[XRpredator]

Marcus, you think you're nervous now, wait 'til she tells you her water broke! That's when it all really hit me -- "I'm gonna be a DAD!" :scream:

 

[kmccune]

You don't have to sell anything...after all, you won't be able to afford to buy it back again later:scream:

But really, congrats, you world is gonna be much cooler!:) :) :)

Kevin

 

[kmccune]

Originally posted by XRpredator
Marcus, you think you're nervous now, wait 'til she tells you her water broke! That's when it all really hit me -- "I'm gonna be a DAD!" :scream:

For me it just ment I'm REALLY tired... 3 Am or so for the lot of they (OK two of them) The DR and I watched TV for awhile, she didn't really want me near at the time...:confused: Now she bring the TV watching up when we talk about the births.

But hey (NW Wi almost a Canuk ey!) 2nd best thing to ever happen to me, Amy was the first.. yes she was sitting next to me just now....:)

Kevin

 

[yardpro]

congrats marcus. My wife is due jan 22. my first. I already have a jr 50 with training wheels in the garage. I look as it as an opportunity to be the ultimate know it all to at least on person. and just think, you'll be faster that at least one person at the track for a few years anyhow.;)
good lock, and again congradulations.

 

[VintageDirt]

Congrats! You won't have to give up any toys. But, you can say good-bye to sleep for a while. When mine were babies, I was so tired that when I was getting my 5 minutes of sleep I would dream about sleeping. For real! On the way to work in the morning I seriously considered getting a motel room and sleeping all day. Figured I better not have my truck parked outside a motel all day.:)

 

[ochster]

Congratulations Marcus...truly life enhancing. Vintage Dirt, that is exactly how I remember it!

 

[Timr]

Congratulations!! I agree with a previous poster. Don't sell anything now because you won't be able to buy it back. I've ridden a good bit since my baby was born in March of '00.

Good luck!

 

[bwalker]

Congrats Marcus, BTW If you think a stock jetted KTM spooges and drools bad you aint seen nothing yet..:)

 

[KiwiBird]

Way to go Marcus! Better stock up on sleep now.

 

[splatt]

Congrats!!! I have a 6-year old son and a 2-year daughter.My son will be ready to ride this spring once I can find a good deal on a PW 50 or a JR 50.My daughter on the other hand is terified of anything loud Hopefully that will change. Having kids is the greatest thing tht ever happened to me . Just one word of advice.keep a close eye on them their trouble (HaHa).Good luck

 

[Okiewan]

Congrats, Marcus! Welcome to daddyhood!
If you think you enjoy the "release" of riding now, just wait til "it" becomes a teenager! If it's a girl, the bike will come in useful... you know, dragging the little male bastages around the block and all...

Enjoy man, there is nothing better.

 

[buffmaster]

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

Right on and congrats, man!! I'm a new member to the daddy club, too. Well, sorta. Mines 18 months and going strong. The first 6 months were really trying b/c that's the first time I've ever dealt w/an infant. You get the swing of things quick, thou'. Everything gets better from there on out (except around the teenage years. there's no cure for that one:mad: ). These last couple of months have been awesome! She's running around the new house, getting into everything, having fun, all of it. I've got an ear-to-ear whenever I'm with her (except for that certain changing time:eek: ). You'll love him/her. This is THE best thing that ever happened to me.

 

[Jaybird]

Cheers, Markus!

My best advise is to offer to get up with the kid when he wakes at night. It may be tough but will pay back great dividends in the future. You will be mama's hero. BTW...that doesn't mean throwing him in the boot until he stops crying. :debil:

 

[oldguy]

BTW those rubber gloves in your icon will be almost high enough for poopduty

 

[CR Swade]

Congrats! My wife and I have 3 boys, lots of motorcycle stuff and nothing is more rewarding than watching those kids grow up. Kids are truly a blessing. Have fun.

 

[Vic]

:cool:

Be afraid. Be very afraid.:scream:

j/k

Congrats, Marcus. Best to you.

 

[JeffK]

Ahhhh a newborn baby, just remember it doesn't last long - Don't let your wife hog all the cuddling from that baby because soon you will be sorry you missed the chance.. I have a seven month old and haven't missed a second but he is already becoming independant!!! Spend all your free time with that baby that you can - your dirtbike isn't going anywhere... and when someone offers to baby sit - Don't be SUPERPARENTS there is no such thing... take them up on the offer and get in some hubby/wifey time... or take a friggin nap :)

Congratulations,
JeffK

 

[KXKen]

Congrats!! There's nothing better than riding with your own kid.

For me it was more fun when I could actually beat him in a race. Those days are over.

 

[wizard69]

congrats marcus!!
Yardpro your baby is due the day before my birthday.
I wish that I had parents that were into riding then I would have started way sooner

 

[One Dollar]

Congrats!

best advice I can give is...Patience.

Kids are wonderful and help you see the world in a new way. And try and remember kids do not always do as you say, but they will always do as you do. Everything they learn about how to treat others will be from watching you.

Got my son started riding at 2-1/2 on a mini **** (see pic in signature). He's 4 now and just about ready for his first two-wheeler.