Out of the Blue

Seren stood in front of the full length mirror side on, her head tilted as she peered down at a very distinct bump around her navel. It didn't cease to amaze her to know that there was a small life germinating inside of her, growing and would one day soon, bloom.

Though the pregnancy was well planned, the sight of her growing belly still caught her by surprise on occasion, particularly when she found herself outgrowing clothes. The subtle movements didn't often register with her, but the swift kicks were never expected, they seemed to come out of the blue.