Now that I’m entering the sixth month of my pregnancy my baby’s kicks come hard and fast. So much so that I may cringe, the sharp pains in my stomach something that I’m not accustomed to!

It is interesting to note that I have not felt any resentment or anger for the pain that this is causing me. It is uncomfortable many times. When I’m just trying to have a good time and the aches and pains are throbbing. When I’m trying to settle in for a good night’s sleep and am interrupted every few moments with sharp pangs. All that notwithstanding, I haven’t yet experienced an iota of annoyance at those kicks.

Rather I find them to be exhilarating, almost intoxicating. This pregnancy has been long-awaited and very much anticipated. Every time I feel the familiar kick my heart fills with joy and…