Boys. Ew.

It seems that most women (note: I did not say all) think having boys is a not fantastic thing. I get a range of comments when I tell people that I have 3 children, they are "only" 2 years apart, and they are all boys. A select few gush about how boys are "mama's boys" and always love their mom. But most, well most. Have to gasp for air. Some say "I am sorry" For what? Sorry you aren't awesome enough to have 3 rockin' little boys? Some say "Wow. I bet that's busy." Well yes, I would be busy either way. *Shrug* Some say. "Wow" I know I say that everyday. Some say "Bless your heart" Thank You? This past week someone actually said, "That's awful!" *smile*

This comment was the last straw. I am now mentally getting my game face on for comments like this. I didn't respond as I should have at this odd unthought comment. In fact I didn't respond. I chuckled more shocked than anything that someone actually said that and thought it was appropriate. I do often respond to comments by at least saying "Well they are good boys..." Which seems to get my point across a bit. I promise boys aren't awful. Really. Do you know what my boysies do when I am sick? Or grumpy? Or just not feeling fantastic? They love me. They make me feel so special. Really they do. They check on me. "Mommy are you feeling ok?" they snuggle me up with blankets. And sometimes a special stuffed animal. They stop by just to give me a hug and a kiss and to ask again if I feel any better. They will bring me a drink or share a snack. They are sweet, so very sweet. They are helpful. We get compliments on them very, very often. Typically an elderly couple at a restaurant--they will pat my shoulder and just rave about how well behaved they are. They leave and I relax. *Whew* They aren't as loud outside of this booth as in....

Boys aren't all yucky and loud and belching and stinky....they are cuddly and sweet and caring and kind. And I love mine like mad crazy--and if I had another I would love him too...and I would really have to amp up my responses though! Just wait until we have 4 or 5 kids--2 or 3 of which don't match the others. Gavin already stands out with his glow head.