One of the first people I told about Aylin being pregnant is Josh, one of my brothers. Yes I am an only child. But, as good ol' Weeze used to say, "we ain't related but we dooo be brothers." Although our friendship preceeds our working relationship, we could both say that we are fortunate to be working together for the past 9 years.
So, during my visit to the corporate offices last week, Josh was unusually aloof and that made me worry somewhat. I had expected a warm and enthusiastic greeting which I almost always get when I see him unless he is focused on work. I began to think if something I had done or not done had offended him in any way.
This feeling climaxed when he found me at a free concert downtown last Thursday and grabbed my arm firmly and pulled me away from other friends I was with. Just as I was bracing myself for a confrontation he gave me the most wonderful news that his wife Chrissy is also pregnant. And, she is due about the same time as Aylin. Just 2 days apart. Waaaaaaaa!!!!!!?
They had planned on breaking the news to their families on fathers day so he didn't want to spoil the surprise by telling me early. Rightly so. I had kept such a secret once long ago (Eric) and don't know if I had it in me to do it again, especially now with us having almost the same due date as them.
I still can't wipe the stupid grin off my face. I wish them luck, a wonderful healthy baby, and look forward to having our kids grow up together. Way to go Josh and Chrissy....:) And congratulations to Nancy and Stu....
