This isn't a baby...I just ate a watermelon!

When you are pregnant you are frequently asked two questions..."When are you due?" and "Do you know what you are having?" Working in a busy physicians office I get asked these questions at least 15-20 times a day. That does not include other comments such as: "Oh, look! She's going to have a baby!" and "Looks like you have a little baby bump." or "Someone's going to be a mommy!" There are days I just want to wear a sign that says, "Yes, I am pregnant. I am due December 4. I am having a boy."

A variation of the "When are you due?" question that I hear at least 2-3 times a day is "How much longer do you have?" This would not be so bad if it were not for the response I get when I answer "Until December." They look at me with wide eyes and state in a particular tone, "Oh! You have a long way to go!" Translation: "You are going to be HUGE!!!!" Let me tell you...there is nothing a pregnant woman wants to hear more than that! I just want to say..."This isn't a baby, I just ate a watermelon!"

One of the strangest experiences I have had occured today. Scott and I were walking through Walmart when a complete stranger (a woman) walked up to me and said, "You look so pretty!" Now that I wouldn't mind hearing more often!!!!