So, You’re Going to Be a Big Brother…

Myron,

So you’ve know for a few weeks that Mommy is pregnant.  We talk about and pray for The Barnacle (that’s the baby’s nickname!) all the time.

And while your Mom and I are sure that you’ll make a great big brother (how cool is that!?!), the look on your face in this picture speaks volumes.

Here are a few things that it may be saying:

• Being a big brother comes with lots of responsibility.  That’s true Myron.  You’re going to have a little brother or sister who looks up to you.  S/he is going to see what you do, imitate some of it, and report some of it to your Mom and me.  But there’s also the responsibility of “being there” for your younger sibling.  When s/he is getting picked on, you’ll need to step up.  When s/he is in pain, you’ll need to be the shoulder to cry on.  And when s/he wants to play and have fun, you’ll need (and want) to be the best playmate ever!
• Being a big brother means that you’ll get a little less attention.  For the past year it’s just been you and us.  And that’s been pretty cool!  Well, you have seven more months to soak it in, because come August there’s going to be a little munchkin around here that will be taking up some of your precious Mommy and Daddy time.  But, son, this is okay.  Just like you needed lots of love and attention, The Barnacle will too.  You want her/him to grow up as well as you have, right?  Then, you’re going to have to share.  But if you feel left out, just let us know.  We’ll be happy to make special time just for you!
• Being a big brother means that all the people who love you are going to love The Barnacle too.  This isn’t a problem son.  Love is not like peanut butter or Doritos — when you share love, there’s not a stash that’s diminished.  In fact, according to my experience of life, the more love you share, the more you have to share.  So when your family members, your church community, and your friends show love to The Barnacle, don’t worry…there will be more than enough for you too!

Little man, I can’t wait to see what a great big brother you’re going to be!

Let’s do this!

 

Love,

Dad