It’s a Boy!

It’s a boy!

“What am I supposed to do, Miss?” Jay asked. “This girl, she gave it to me this morning.”

I’d heard rumors that we had a pregnant sixth grader in the building. The baby shower invitation Jay handed me confirmed the rumors.

The card was one of those fill-in-the-blank invitations found in packs of 6 or 10  in grocery stores. The cover featured blue baby booties. Inside, obviously written in her best handwriting in blue marker, were the words “You’re invited to a baby shower for Mary.” Mary is registered at Target, Babies R Us, and Toys R Us. Hearts and flowers dotted the i’s.

“Miss, I’ve never been to a baby shower. What am I supposed to do?”

I reluctantly handed the card back to Jay.

“I think it’s best if you ask your mom, Jay. She can help you.”