We've slowly begun dropping the news to various close friends. It is always interesting to note their reactions. After all, why on Earth should anyone really care whether or not you are pregnant? But it seems the delight from our friends is genuinely heartfelt and the good wishes create a nice feeling. One friend from Germany seemed to jump with joy at the thought of a future British playmate for his own, not yet born child. Another friend, who also is expecting very soon, looked forward to social outings where these same-age kids could play together. One of Cat's friends couldn't stop texting her with her good wishes and we think it has boosted her own, well publicised, notions of broodiness (much to the chagrin of her boyfriend). Next week we'll be visiting my best man who doubtlessly will be full of advice and homespun wisdom as he had his first child only a year ago.
It seems, the world right now is filled entirely with parents and parents-to-be.
Today I wandered around an open air market and couldn't help but browse at the pushchair and buggy stall. I was half thinking - this is not right for me to be here - and half realising that, at 35, I am probably twice the age of some of the punters who are here!
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