We are having a boy. And when we found out, this is what I thought:
(People that would get offended by me comparing a baby to a puppy, please forgive me.)
I have learned that kids come with their personalities. They just do. I don't know how much we contributed to this but it just so happens that we have a boy with a nature similar to that of the stereotypical:
He's fast and he's tiny (even though he out eats his dad most of the time). To be honest, most of us can't keep up. Even when he is entranced in a movie, he is all over the place. And how many times have we said, "It's a good thing you're cute?" Because that kid manages to do and say things that, well, it just makes me tired (and smile) thinking about it.
So what I am wondering, is...
What do I need to do to get a boy with a nature more like this?:
I am really excited we are having another boy. But whenever I think about it, I can't help but get a little scared, now that I know the possibilities. I used to joke that we already had eight kids. Because Samuel was like seven. I know we will be ecstatic just to have the baby, but I am just saying...
Oh, and in practical preparation for a boy:
I am happy about a boy. Very happy. Yes, I had visions of making Eva and a new baby girl matching skirts. Yes, girl stuff is so fun to make and buy. Yes, raising a girl has (so far) been less exhausting. But, I am very very happy about a boy. But baby boy STUFF? Parents of boys, help me out. How do I get excited about baby boy stuff? Flowers, ruffles, pinks? I can do. But I have a hard time going beyond just the practical for boys. Besides, I am kind of starting over with STUFF. I gave all but a bucket of sentimental stuff away. From what I can tell, STUFF is way cooler and cuter now. Advice? Stuff you don't need anymore? I am all ears and open arms.
Oh, and in practical preparation for a boy:
I am happy about a boy. Very happy. Yes, I had visions of making Eva and a new baby girl matching skirts. Yes, girl stuff is so fun to make and buy. Yes, raising a girl has (so far) been less exhausting. But, I am very very happy about a boy. But baby boy STUFF? Parents of boys, help me out. How do I get excited about baby boy stuff? Flowers, ruffles, pinks? I can do. But I have a hard time going beyond just the practical for boys. Besides, I am kind of starting over with STUFF. I gave all but a bucket of sentimental stuff away. From what I can tell, STUFF is way cooler and cuter now. Advice? Stuff you don't need anymore? I am all ears and open arms.