When I told a friend who knows them, she was horrified. She said something along the lines of the woman's life being over. Really, that's what my generation thinks? That your life simply ends when you have kids? Things change when you have kids, I've babysat for too many families to deny that! But life ending? That just makes it sound like the child is some unwanted, unexpected, dreaded curse. Having a child is not life ending, but life changing. They planned this new addition, and knew full well the things that lay ahead (both are from large families). They both have college degrees and are capable people. They are young, but they are married and committed. They'll make excellent parents. I'm so excited and happy for them!
Later Note: They are no longer expecting. Sometimes life takes unusual turns. I pray things work out for the best. May their unborn little one rest in peace.
April 1, 2011 They're expecting again!
