I deserve an award ;)

[catnapper]

for being the coolest step-mom in the history of step-parenting.

We went to the OB-Gyn this morning and the nurses all rushed out to talk to me and they just gushed (yes gushed) about how wonderful I'm being and how supportive. I must admit it made me feel special and gave me a lump in my throat.

But really, what is so special about me being accepting and supportive? Wouldn't - SHOULDN'T - a parent do that for their child regardless the "mistake" they might make? Don't you love your child regardless bad choices? It makes me wonder! I know my parents would have done the same for me if I found myself in the same situation.

As for me... I am only doing what feels natural. You protect the younger ones as best you can and help them learn from their mistakes. I am being "led" by my mom who is beyond excited about all this baby stuff and is praying for the baby grand daughter my brother has yet to give her My brother and his wife are being just so awesome to us. I always thought we had troubles getting along with my brother and his wife and we're seeing a whole new side of them.

I think this baby is gluing everyone together. I think he/she is a huge blessing..... so how on Earth could I be cold hearted and make her life difficult in a time when she's scared out of her mind? How could I be mean when there's an innocent child on the way? How could I resent the baby thats actually bringing together a ton of people who otherwise saw tension with each other?

Sigh... just had to say that. I don't really deserve an award. just being me and following what feels right. This baby is all the award this family needs.
I'm

[jenluckenbach]

Group {{{{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}}}}

[Laura's Babies]

You are just doing what any mother would do... what are you suppose to do? Toss her out of the house pregnant with no where to go? Hummmmm, makes you wonder why they think it is so great, don't it? What have THEY seen before this?

[caseysmom]

I am sure they have seen this bring out the worst in people. Thankfully for everyone involved this baby seems to be bringing out the best in everyone, it is wonderful for all of you.

[Karen]

Maybe they aren't used to dealing with human beings with hearts?

For sure, they've never had a Pet Talk Grammy-to-be! If only they knew how many cyber-aunties and uncles this baby will have, huh?

[moosmom]

Kim,

Sigh... just had to say that. I don't really deserve an award. just being me and following what feels right. This baby is all the award this family needs.

Yeah, you DO deserve an award. But the rewards will be MANY when they place that precious grandchild in your arms. I think this is a new beginning for your entire family. Who woulda thunk a precious little baby is the one thing that brought it all together.

You done good, Granny. Keep up the great work!!!! I'm gonna knit that kid a blanket. How does pastel green sound???

[Lobodeb]

Just because she isn't your biological daughter doesn't mean you can't love and support her as if she were your own.

Actually, you do deserve an award. As caseysmom and Karen said, they probably see a lot of teen pregnancies, and very little support.

Kudos to you!