The Weight

My sister made a fine observation the other day. How can I not be full of anticipation when the condition I am currently in is called "expecting"? But it's really enough to drive you crazy. If I'm tired, it's supposed to be a sign. If all of a sudden I have a burst of energy that is another sign. If I 'm hungry, if I'm nauseated…enough already! Yes of course, in case you have not noticed all signs point to the fact that at some point I will be having a baby.

My own insight from my walk today: Pregnant women make high school boys nervous and embarrassed. My walks often take me by Marshall High and the goofs hanging out on the wall, ditching class or ‘whadever’. They sit there picking their teeth, making cracks at each other. Here I come waddling by and they become instant shoegazers, shoulders slump (even more) and absolute beautiful silence. I should start handing out condoms!

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I’d like to send out some props to my peeps today. Those that are helping me get through the wait and the weight of it all:

To Kelli & Juanny for the fine BBQ last night…nothing like some sumptuous Ahi and other good grub. We also got to glimpse at the first few scenes of John’s film. It looks beautiful!

To the Solomon-Johnson clan for spending some quality time this week and introducing us to a fantastic burrito spot. After three long years of seeking the perfect burrito, they take us just down the street in Eagle Rock. Lovely, delicious, the right balance of rice and beans and everything else that makes a burrito what it should be. Finally! Of course I am not at liberty to disclose the location so it won't become a mob scene. That and I wasn't driving, so there is no chance in Hades I'll be able to find it without some help! Yes it looks this good on the outside and there is also a wonderful outdoor patio.

Posted by Molli at October 07, 2002 08:47 AM