Attack of the Cute Monster
One thing (among many things) I wasn’t prepared for with this pregnancy was the barrage of “you’re so cute” comments. I mean, I was well aware of the imminent unwanted tummy touching, and potential unsolicited commentary from strangers, but this has completely thrown me for a loop. Maybe it’s because I have yet to really balloon, and I just look like I’m smuggling a basket ball. At 24 weeks I have only gained about 14 pounds, which my doctor assures me is a healthy weight increase. And I am certainly not starving myself in any way whatsoever–seriously, ask Mike. I’m just trying to eat healthy and get a balanced diet of whole grains, protein, dairy, fruits & vegetables (although I could stand to eat more veggies) with the occasional bowl of mint chocolate chip ice cream thrown in there. :)
Mostly the “cute” comments come from people I know–not total strangers, thank goodness! And I know it’s all meant to be complimentary, but they tend to make me squirm a little. Perhaps I’m just bad at taking compliments. I obviously don’t want to make anybody feel bad, so I try to take it graciously and in stride… with varying success.
Case in point: Since yesterday was Easter Sunday, I got a little dressed up for Church with a cute (there’s THAT WORD again) multicolored maternity top. As soon as I got there, I was accosted by a woman who loves all things pregnant and adorable. While I know she means well and she’s a very nice woman, we don’t exactly agree on cute philosophies. She rushed up to me and gushing with excitement exclaimed, “I just have to say!! You look like a big Easter egg!” I tried to crack a smile but only managed to come out with an “Oh dear” and a pained look on my face. To which she quickly rebounded, saying it’s because I’m so cute… Those within earshot erupted with uproarious laughter. I knew what she meant, and I wasn’t upset with her, but I know my response made her feel bad. I couldn’t help it. I don’t want to feel like a big anything, which is ironic because I AM a big pregnant lady.
