Post 1: Hello and Explanation

 Dear Beanifer or Beanjamin:


Hi, it's your Father...or Dad....or Daddy.  One day, I'm sure you'll choose one of those to call me, but we have so much to talk about until then.

Second, let me explain the names. You have 2 siblings waiting for you right now: Leah and Logan, or affectionally known as 'The L's'. After the realization that you would be entering our lives, your mom thought it might be cool to refer to the 3 of you collectively as LL Bean...a famous clothing store.  But, since she is choosing to not find out your gender until you're born, she alternates calling you Beanifer and Beanjamin. 

Yes, I understand your concerns, but, I promise, she's a pretty intelligent woman. :)

Your entrance to the world is a little over 3 months away (due date is September 4, 2023), and the previous few months have seen their share of up's and down's with your Mommy's digestive track and moods: It's been a wonderful (at times) rollercoaster between Nausea and Heart Burn and Acid Reflux and Crazy Hunger Swings. But she still loves you, I promise!

We announced to the world last week that you're arriving soon. I hope one day you'll appreciate the satirical approach, but I can say this for sure: all of our family and friends are excited to meet you!!

Lastly, one day I'll give you this blog--perhaps at your 18th birthday?--as a present. I'm projecting a digital documentary of all your adventures...wherever they may lead. I'm excited for all of it. 

Love you already,

Dad

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