Yes, it's been almost a week since we found out boy or girl. And yes, we have both shared our feelings about it (we are both very excited by the way). But Monday night I had the real realizations and questions. Like: What will she look like? How will I afford the early years? How will I afford college, marriage, prom? What about school? How will I worry about friends (both boys and girls)? Will she be a brat? Will I care about that? Am I going to be a dad she can trust, listen to, talk to? Will she have me wrapped around her finger? to a fault? I grew up around women and I know about stuff that happens, but how will I handle it? Is it appropriate for me to push the Cubs and Cyclones on her? Is it fair for her? Am I already choosing the music she listens to subconsciously?
Is too much pink really a bad thing? I know I shouldn't be worried about half of this right now, but it's hard not too. My lovely and wonderful wife will attest that I am somewhat anal when it comes to some stuff - and it turns out my new daughter is one. (Is she going to like me for that?)
~Rob
Hey Rob and Nicole,
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Don't worry about any of that stuff...you will get to it when the time comes. You'll do fine.
You are the first classmates from ISU I know who are having a baby, (many of my high school friends have children about your age!) I
Anyway, it's fun watching your posts on FB and reading your blog...you two have a lot to offer your child - so just go with the flow...
BTW, NO, I don't have any children, but my cats are my kids. Here is their blog: http://nosgatoslocos.blogspot.com
Thanks Gary! Go-with-the-flow is my middle name (okay not really, but ya know). Thanks for the link too, you're cats have it made :)
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