Do you really need to know?

I am finding that being pregnant is kind of like being a traveling circus. Every time I am out in public, I get stared at like I have snot running down my face. People are completely infatuated with pregnant women!

The stares first became unavoidably obvious a couple of weeks ago when Chris and I met for lunch. When we were leaving the restaurant, almost every single head turned and all eyes focused on my belly like I was the latest lunch time entertainment act. As soon as we got out the door, Chris said something along the lines of "didn't that make you want to scream?". uhm - yes.

As of lately, I have decided to make a shirt that reads "It's a girl. I'm due April 2nd. Yes, we're excited." and I will wear this shirt religiously every time I go someplace where I anticipate a line or a gathering of strangers.

Though this may work for the most commonly asked questions, it certainly won't suffice for the more off-the-wall variety. Let me give you an example. Today I was in the break room getting a glass of water when a male co-worker (somewhat older, married with 3 kids) asked "How is everything in the bathroom department?" EXCUSE ME? I look at him like a deer in headlights, trying to come up with an appropriate response. He sees that I'm struggling for an answer and goes on to say "you know, are you going to the bathroom every 5 minutes?". (Ok - So I really didn't just dream that he asked about my bathroom habits) I finally give him a strange look and replied "just fine". By this point, he can see that I am annoyed and is trying to save face by CONTINUING the conversation and going on about how his wife would have to go all the time, blah blah blah.

My question, WHO ASKS THAT? Will it make you feel complete in your heart knowing that I go to that bathroom 500 times a day? Should I hang a tally sheet on the wall for everyone to see? Would like specifics on every trip?

Do you really need to know?