... HUGE ...

So. I'm huge.

I know I'm huge.

My belly is huge.

HUGE is the word to describe me right now. And I know this.

Why do people feel the need to TELL ME how big my belly is?

What's worse is... these aren't people I know and love (though my sister comments on my belly regularly)... these are strangers. People at church. People in stores. Cashiers.

One cashier in particular could not get over the size of my belly. And she wasn't keeping her opinion to herself. After my doctor's appointment this morning (swollen again - no surprise here...) I went to Toys R Us to pick up some of those necessities we no longer have around. It occurred to me the other day that - oh my gosh - I need a changing pad... and a mattress... and bottles...

So, off I went, waddling around on my swollen feet, busting out of my tennis shoes like sausages. I got the things I need (and a few things I didn't) and made my way to the counter to pay. I roll up with my cart and the girl behind the counter says "Wow. You're getting ready, huh?"

I remove the changing pad from in front of my belly to see her expression widen. "Yeah, I guess it's about time to get ready," she continued... still totally enthralled with my protruding belly.

"Wow. You sure are ready."

(As if I don't know this. I AM the one carting the belly around, after all.)

"Yep." I said, tiredly, maybe a bit annoyed.

She's quiet for a total of ten seconds and then continues... "Wow. You're belly is really big. When are you due?"

"I'm having him in 10 days."

"So, it's a boy."

"Yep."

"Must be a big boy. A really big boy."

"Probably. I have big babies."

She then tells me about her big baby... how he had to be delivered via C-section because she just couldn't take it... he was just too big for her... and she made them induce her two weeks early."

"How big was he?" I ask, innocently.

"He was 8 pounds!"

Whimp. Ha. I think it. I don't say it, of course... but I do manage to tell her I'm pretty sure this one is bigger since my last one was over ten pounds. (I did it politely, though I've noticed that the size of one's baby is always topic of conversation... worn out in the open, almost like a badge - it's as though I've been through something that deserves a medal because that little punk was sooo huge...)

Anyway, I figured maybe she'd shut up at that point, just knowing that I know I have big babies...

no such luck.

"Well, you definitely look ready to pop."

"Yep."

Silence for a moment. Ahhhh... silence. Cursing myself for buying so much stuff.

Another glance at my stomach.

"Are you sure you're not having twins? You really look like you could be having twins."

"Pretty sure it's just the one. I'm going to have him in ten days. I'm supposed to look like this."

(I didn't really say that. I didn't actually respond. The phone rang. I praised Jesus in the high heavens that Adam was calling me needing help locating a plunger. Angels sang as the cashier gave me my total and I was able to go out the door.)

I still can't believe we're ten days away from having our third baby. It's unreal. I've been thinking a lot about it... and if I wasn't in the mood before (which I was) I sure was after Tuesday when this little guy popped over for a visit:

My friend asked me to take some photos of her baby, and he was so sweet. I'm not a photographer, but I do love taking pictures of cuties like this. Here's a couple more. Just for fun... you need to enjoy the cuteness too:

So, the rest of my day is going to be spent getting the baby's room in order and then going to a fundraiser for my uncle who is running for state senate. I've never been into politics, so it'll be interesting... especially since none of my dressier clothes really cover my belly right now. Should be interesting!

Have a great weekend!

Comments

[jenn]

aww those pics are cute and don't worry about people saying things. People usually have a knack for putting their foot in their mouths ;) Grace... Sending you prayers for the next little bit of your journey!
xoxo

[Bridgette Mehlig]

Oh Courtney !
People don't always think before they say things ! - : ) And I'm saying this honest and truly you're not HUGE !! I think that you're the right size for being about 9 months pregnant. So don't worry about that. The baby is going to be just soooooo cute ! Just like you ! - : ) Have an awesome day ! I love ya!!!

[amy]

Nice hearing from you, Courtney...nice shooting; those pictures are adorable! with love, Amy "Grif.."

[julie]

cute.

not huge.

and i mean that. i love how cute you are pregnant. makes me wish i was there. won't be long though and i can't wait to see him.

cute baby pics. who's baby is this? i am so out of the loop.

love you and can't wait to see you in about a week!!!

[Sarah]

I think you look great! I don't know why people feel the need to comment on pregnant bellies, but they do - to everyone. I hated it when I was pregnant. Only a little while longer for you though! Blessings to you and your little one!

[Bridgette Mehlig]

COURTNEY !
I heard that you had your baby ! OMG I'm sure that he's really cute ! Last night I couldn't even sleep. I was praying for you guys the WHOLE night ! I miss you and we will talk to you soon !

All my love ! ! !

[Shaun Paddock]

I think you look beautiful! Ignore those people and next time someone asks if you if you know what your are having tell them it is a baby.
God Bless,
Shaun

[karen]

I was huge too...but it's all worth it!

Just thinking of you today hoping for an update and pictures of the little guy!

Congrats!