The Stranger.

     With Catie being five months pregnant, she's wishing she looked more pregnant. I am fine with it, she's not. But something happened today that just may change her mind. We had just met a woman while in Cabo and told her how far along Catie was. She didn't believe us, but asked if she could "feel the baby". Her words, not mine. Being a good sport, Catie obliged and the touching began.
     The touching started a little high, if you ask me. Then, as it ranged South, Catie turned beet red and could no longer contain the nervous laughter. This was an awkward situation. Catie barely looked pregnant and there wasn't all that much to feel, so why was this lady all up on her? But this is supposed be just the beginning. When she's really starting to show, apparently people won't even ask. They just roll in and start caressing her stomach like there was an open invitation. It's usually women, but it's still weird. I feel like asking people to get their hands off my wife...is that wrong?
     As we walked back to the room, Catie admitted that it had been a little strange, but I don't think she was telling the whole truth. While it probably is awkward, I'm willing to bet there's a part of her that revels in it. A part that enjoys the attention and the affirmation of her ability to create life. So, if anyone wants to come over and affirm my ability to create AND sustain a beer belly, go for it. Just don't touch it without asking.