Expectant Mama: Lessons in Waiting

Number 1. Every day past her due date is another day this baby needs me. This is the what our friends mom (who's had 7 herself, several were 13, 14, even 16 days past due!) told me. I can't know what it is she needs, more lung surfactant, more brown fat stores, a little more warmth from these icy days. Another friend just said, "Why would you give up the best seat in the house?"
Number 2. Notice things. Last night, thinking I was in labor at 4a.m. I noticed that the front porch roof is covered with this sheet of perfect ice-covered snow that looks like royal icing. It reminds me of the black and white cookies that I used to get in Brookline for me and Manny when we'd be out on errands. Oh, those early mothering days. Manny in the stroller, me trying to navigate is pram through Booksmith or Paper Source in Coolidge Corner.
Number 3. Show up. Attending little Esther's four-year old birthday party was so good for my soul. Staying in the game for the other kids without resenting this unborn one has not been easy.