December 1, 2013

Dear Genetics,

Thank you! I kept wondering when you were going to reveal the tell-tale pregnancy sign of stretch marks, so I was pleasantly surprised when the doctor said I was lucky not to have any. I suppose he meant that if I didn't have any by 28 weeks then I likely wouldn't have any at all.  We'll see about that, but so far I am quite thankful that you have spared me that symptom of pregnancy.

I suppose you are also to thank for the continuing flatness if my belly button. I'm perfectly content seeing that it looks like a cantaloupe rind, and is not protruding like some mysterious appendage.

If the monkey turns out to be a girl, I'll be sure that she also shows appreciation for the benefits you give her, especially when she tries to blame other things on you...

Thanks again for the little things,
Allyn