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Oh The Things People Say - Part 2 Out and About

We haven't been out very much, but when we do, the comments and statements start to come! The general public acts like twins are such a spectacle! So here is some of what I've heard thus far. Enjoy! 

 AWWWWWW TWINNNNSSSSS!!!! 
We hear this one a lot! 

 Do twins run in your family? 
Yes, yes, a thousand times YES!

 Will they be identical?
Obviously if they are not identical at birth, then they will not all of a sudden change to identical. Think people! 

 I couldn't do it. 
If you were given two babies, I'm pretty sure you would DO IT! 

 Glad it's you and not me. 
I'm glad it's me and not you as well. Goodness!

 Don't have anymore children. After all, how are you going to juggle three babies? 
Thanks a lot lady in Gordmans for this ignorant statement. 

 You sure have your hands full. 
To which I respond with yes, I'm truly blessed. 

 Wow! Someone's awfully busy!
I sure am and I wouldn't have it any other way.

 AWWWWW what are they're names?

 I'm a twin. 

 My (insert relative) has twin (insert gender). 
This is usually followed with a story about said twins when I would just like to continue on my way. 

 Wow...you must be so tired....
I'm actually more rested than I was with Rhylan! The girls sleeping together makes a huge difference!

 I expected you to look tired and worn out. 
Being a mom doesn't mean that I will give up on my personal appearance. No way! 

 How precious! 
Yes they are! 

 You look great! Are you sure you had twins?
Thank you! I will admit that this one never gets old! 

 Awww how cute! Two boys? 
Judging from the pink car seats, pink outfits, pink diaper bag and flower headpieces?? 

 Are you nursing? How do you do it? 
This is a little personal to ask a stranger, but I am proud of the fact that I'm able to breastfeed, so I usually don't mind answering. 

 Congratulations! You are very blessed! 
Thank you!! 

And it's only the beginning! I'm sure I will get a wide variety of comments over time! 

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