I’m about two weeks away from my due date; the fourth girl we will have brought into this world. Don’t ask. We don’t do boys.

I’ve found myself thinking lately (along with the usual WHEN is this baby going to FINALLY come?) about the book I’m going to bring to the hospital with me. I’ve never thought about this before, yet I’ve always ended up wtih a book in the birthing room. And hubby’s either read it to me, or it’s been there for me to pick up afterward. And, yes, I remember each of the books. The Chosen, by Chiam Potok for my first, Megan. Is God a Republican or Democrat?, Tony Campolo (it was a book group selection) for my second, Caitlyn. And Lonsome Gods, by Louis L’Amour for Alison, my third.

So, being the person I am, I’m actually giving some forethought to this rather than just grabbing any book off the shelf. Though, given that labor is what it usually is, I might just do that anyway.

Any suggestions?