A Little Panic Feeling?

     We were heading out for dinner this evening to Ft Wayne with a couple of good friends of ours, Jon and Carla Trout.  On our way to their house Grandma got a call from Mom.  "So, Matt's freakin out.  I have been having a few pains today that seem like contractions and was just wondering what you think".  As she explained things to us,  it seemed reality is checking in for your parents (and us) that time is closing in on the big day :).  Mom had, what she thought were contractions, a few times today. Once in the early morning, then later walking on the golf course with Dad and another on the way to Wabash to meet grandma at Uncle Curt's house. 
          Mom and dad, knew from what the Dr. told them, what the pain of a contraction would feel like.  They have read books on how long contractions should be apart before a real panic arrives that they should get to the hospital. They've studied, studied, and studied to prepare for the moment. Then, BAM BAM, "Matt, I think I had a contraction".  I would have loved to see dad's face at that moment. The surprise that the time is drawing nearer and reality of being a dad is coming.
      I remember an "I Love Lucy" episode where they practice like a fire drill, so when the time is near, there will be no confusion on everyones jobs. Lucy calmly says "Ricky it's time". He goes to the phone (once again calmly) to let Fred and Ethel know. He walks calmly to the closet, gets the suitcase. Fred and Ethel arrive at the door and open it for the couple. They walk arm and arm out to the car together.  Well when the real time happens, you can imagine the confusion. They even leave the room to the hospital and forget Lucy. hahahahaha.
    I can see this. Mom texts Dad from the bedroom while he is watching ESPN.  "I think it's time".  Dad text back "yeah right,  let me finish watching Green Bay, they are driving, then I will be back." After a few seconds, Dad jumps up and runs to the bedroom, "what did you say, what do I do,  want me to call 911, why don't you call your mom and ask her what she thinks, OMG what to do!!!!"  Not really but that would be funny!!!!!
     Well since you have started giving signs that you want to join us soon, we can only wait until it is your time.  We are all getting anxoius and excited to welcome you with open arms.  It could be sooner that Nov. 11th, but I'm standing my ground. See ya shortly Taylor!!