You know how when you get married it is supposed to be all about the happy couple? But for most people it becomes all about everyone else. Seems that each person has a strong need to insert their opinions and have things their way. Suddenly the wedding planning becomes very stressful and the day itself no longer resembles the couple's original dream.
Apparently having a baby can be that way too. Out of nowhere people outside the future parents have opinions and needs. Perspective is lost and these needs supercede those of the woman actually giving birth. A time that should be filled with joy and anticipation, is now overshadowed with stress and negative emotions.
Mark my words. After Christmas is over I am not taking one more minute of this crap.
Alisa. 36. New Hampshire. Married for two years to this wonderful, funny, smart guy. Previously married. Went through in-vitro fertilization to have my four and a half year old magical son Keegan. Stepmother to the charming Isabelle (5). Just had our first child together, a boy, Harper(born June 10). Policy Wonk and dreaded bureaucrat. Lover of fine cuisine, honeybees, truly romantic moments and the underdog.
Smoke's Chili
Yield 12 servings (serving size: 1 cup chili, 1 tablespoon sour cream, and 1 tablespoon cheese)
Ingredients
2 teaspoons vegetable oil, divided
3 1/2 pounds lean, boned chuck roast, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3 cups chopped green bell pepper
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I hear that.
good for you!
honey, don't take ONE more minute of that crap. You're growing a baby, that's ALL you need to be worrying about right now. Not this crap. Let me all loose together in one room and you and Tom go celebrate your last Christmas as newlyweds (you know what I mean) :P
Merry Holidays! *hugs*
I have so been there and done that. My family was like that with the name we were trying to pick out. We finally told them we hadn't decided, even though we had and we kept it a secret until much much later.
Enjoy this time of peace and quiet before your little one comes. You'll need it. Our first and only is almost 9 months old and you wouldn't believe how much you miss your peace and quiet at times. (Even though we wouldn't trade him for the world) And remember, this is YOUR baby. YOUR new family and YOUR experience. Don't let anyone ruin it for you.