My giant belly intimidates Ashley's ponies. |
We found out we're having a girl, which is terrific, since we already have an excellent little boy and I wouldn't want another dude to have to compete with Griffin's badassness. I must admit, though, I am scared that she might have grown a penis since our 20 week ultrasound. You always hear about that story and I don't want that woman to be me, crying at the delivery and insisting they return the light blue baby and come back with a pink, sparkly one. I'd get over it, of course, but there would be tears. And a dresser full of cute hand-me-down girl clothes to contend with.
Griffin is really, really enthusiastic about becoming a Big Brother, but we know he has no idea what he's in for. In fact, none of us do. That's why we're doing it. Griffin has told me he plans to use his pirate sword to protect the baby from Komodo Dragons, rodents of unusual size, mountain lions and Casey Anthony. He also summed up the role of Big Brother, saying it was his job to "help her over the hard parts." He's a little obsessed with my massive belly and frequently wants to kiss it or rub it with lotion. Is that weird or sweet? He also loves to pumice my feet. One day some woman will thank me for him.
I am using my belly to throw shade on a giant Sequoia. |