Of course, I think about this when I'm doing specific preparing-for-my-daughter's-birth stuff, like putting clothes in her armoire.
But even among other tasks and activities, the thought is never too far from my mind; and as consistently as ocean waves hit the beach, a word pushes into my consciousness: GIRL.
When I do a spelling lesson with my boys...
...or record something in my homeschool planner.
When I put away clean dishes...
...or get out a pan to start cooking.
When I start a load of laundry and reach for the soap...
...or open the refrigerator and reach for some yogurt.
When I sit down at the computer to type...
...and especially when I lay down wearily to sleep.
"Girl...girl...girl..." the invader echoes. "You're carrying a daughter. You're going to have a girl!"
Of course, along with that joyous refrain comes another one: her name. Like a schoolgirl in the midst of a crush, I say her name over and over, rolling it around on my tongue, getting used to the way it feels. But I can't seem to find the right blocks to spell that precious word. Too bad. I guess her name will just have to be a secret for a while longer... ;-)
8 Friends Spilling Words:
No fair!!! Devoted blog readers just need to know! :)
Let us know when you want to start taking guesses on her name! I have two names in mind.
LOVE this post! So beautiful, so creative! And, even better that I know your little secret ;)
Mary - you are welcome to guess at any time! I'm very curious to know what you think the name might be!! :)
I had thought about organizing some kind of "official" contest--not so much about the name--but about the date and time of birth, and possibly the weight. I've been putting it off, thinking that the birth was still so far in the future; but maybe I should get my thoughts together about that sooner rather than later! :) Maybe I will in the next pregnancy update... :)
this post made me smile :). I love having girls ☺...it does seem just like yesterday that i was so excitedly awaiting my first girl baby. blessings to you! Annette
What a lovely happy thought ... something so new and fresh and exciting about to burst into your life! Of course boys are amazingly fabulous, but suddenly there's a whole world of pink and frilly out there that you have access to! Enjoy and relish the differences!
Very clever pictures!
What fun pictures! I love that you are having a girl.
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