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I'm bumping.

I'm 21 weeks and have officially popped. I think I look pregnant now versus just looking a little bloated. 

I'm always so amazed when I look down and see my belly though. I was showing as little as a week ago. I told my mom and she laughed at me.. she's like I wonder why your belly is getting bigger. You're growing a human silly. I'm so glad you'll be able to grow up with her in your life. She's an amazing woman. I hope I am as good of a mom as she's been..

I am moving a little slower these days and not everyone understands that. This picture was taken in Las Vegas... You're unofficial first vacation! We've only been here two days and I've racked up nearly 70k steps. 

Not too shabby but I think your dad would like me to move even a little faster if possible. There are times you make your presence known and I just have to move slower. I did give myself a scare though. I fell today due to thinking there was a wall in front of me. I was extremely upset and wasn't seeing clearly. Thankfully, I landed on my hands and shins/knees and not my belly. I'm sorry Alex. I promise to be more careful while you're growing in my tummy.

Please know you are my top priority since I knew you existed. You will never question if you are loved and cared for. I will not abandon you. I will be here to guide you to become a good man. There needs to be more good men in this world. I love you, Alex.

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