It's official, Baby K is a little girl! Before we found out the gender I had tons of people ask me what I thought the baby was. Was I suppose to know? I had no idea. What do you want it to be? Honestly all I wanted was a healthy baby. I would have been happy with either gender. I could imagine the benefits of having both genders first and how they would each influence our family.
Once I found out Baby K was a girl, it just felt like duh. Of course she is a girl. I immediately got excited about buying tiny bows, dresses, and leggings. Having a girl feels comfortable. I am a girl, I know how girls work. I was the first child in my family and I know how special it was to not only be the oldest, but the oldest sister. My heart is especially excited because of the precious bond I shared with my mom while growing up. She is honestly my best friend. She raised me to be strong, independent, smart, selfless, driven, patient, and understanding. I cannot wait to give my little girl the same friendship my mother has given me. It truly is going to be a special time for Taylor and I. The only real knowledge Taylor has living with women is with his sister, his mom, and me. This will be such a fun experience for him! Little girls are such a joy.
When I think of Taylor as a dad, I think of my own dad. How similar they will be in the way they care for their girls and how much they love them. I know Taylor will be just as caring, goofy, and protective as my dad was. I know he will allow our daughter to feel secure in who she is. I know he will let her have experiences that aren't necessarily "girly." He will encourage her to try new things, to work hard, to be honest, and to cherish time with family. I am so excited to see my husband turn into a daddy.
Finding out we are having a girl made me think about what it was like for me to grow up as a girl. More than anything I want my daughter to know she has real worth, that she can achieve her dreams, that she is special, that she is loved, and that she can turn to Christ for anything.
I am excited to be a mother. Even though I get scared about all the challenges it can bring, I know that God will strengthen my efforts in raising my daughter. I am so excited to have a little girl!
XOXO, CK
