"Dad's" Update

Hey now! “Dad” here! Wow…Dad.

So, being that there are only a few weeks left in this pregnancy, I figured I would show my face on this blog, make a contribution, and try to avoid being a total schlub. How about this blog eh? Is it amazing or what?! I am in awe at how Bridget is able to tirelessly update and maintain this site. How about a round of applause (inside joke)?

As I sit here and think about the miracle that is pregnancy, my thoughts keep coming back to my wife: the one and only Bridget. Over these last 34 weeks, I have fallen more and more in love with this woman. Her resilience through the mental and physical demands of pregnancy has just been astounding. I cannot imagine what it feels like to have your body go through such a major change, but here she is, and she just keeps on keepin’ on. I love her very much and feel oh so fortunate to have been blessed with such a woman as my wife.

As Bridget mentioned in her last post, we had our first “Birthing” class on Monday. While this actually turned out to be quite enjoyable and informative, it was rather sobering as well. There’s nothing like the image of the instructor struggling to push a baby doll through the plastic skeleton of a woman’s pelvis. It certainly grounded my thoughts from their previous occupation with murals, furniture, and strollers. Needless to say, our first class made things seem all the more “real,” however, my excitement that revolves around Baby Forie’s arrival has increased tenfold.

I guess my biggest fear right now is whether or not I will be a good dad. Typically there is some sort of a certification or licensing exam when acquiring a new title. Not this time around! The hospital simply sends you on your way with a human being that you are ultimately responsible for for the rest of your life. I think I’m up for the challenge. Well I don’t really have a choice do I? Thankfully, I have had the most amazing role model in my own father so I think I’m off to a good start.

See ya next time! Pax vobis.