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I'm pretty much with the above; and as someone else already said, I wouldn't worry too much about offending her. This *is* 2008; and I seriously doubt they're unaware of the rude comments that are already being made? If she's a good friend, how could she NOT know? (not shouting here, just emphasizing)
I'd be calm, honest and open. I'd tell her like it is; and frankly, I wouldn't deal with anyone who couldn't be thrilled I was getting a baby (and the ethnicity of the baby shouldn't matter to them)....OR, anyone who felt I wasn't doing exactly what would make me/my family happy?!?!?! C'mon, out of respect for you and your family, shouldn't she have some sort of idea you're happy and thrilled that YOUR baby will be coming to you soon??? (You'd think so.)
This kind of thing happens all to often; and this is when you may have to decide what's best for your baby AND you. (Who wants to have anyone around them that would be racist, KWIM?)
Good luck; be open, but be firm. If this is/was any kind of friendship at all, they should know better!!!!
Sincerely,
Linny
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