Yesterday I watched a Superbowl ad from Google that totally made me cry. Anyone see it? It tells a story of a guy meeting a girl, getting married, and having a baby. Anyway, the baby part got me. I don't know if it's just hormones or what, but sometimes you just feel better after a good cry. And as unbelievable overjoyed as I am with our little Sami, I've had some moments of mourning for Isaac again. It's been about 18 months and I still don't think a day goes by that he doesn't come to mind, even if it's just a passing thought about him. Ethan told me last night he's been a little bit bothered by using Isaac's diapers. That thought hadn't occured to me but I understand his feelings.
Bit by bit the house is starting to come together. I worked on our entry today and was thrilled to find a cd case of a cd that needs to go back to the library. I've sweated over the library fines that I'm sure we have, but am hoping that with an explanation they will dismiss any fines that came in the last three months.
This morning the sweet babe was ready to eat a few minutes after 6:00. I brought her into the bonus room to feed her and within a few minutes heard Ryan rustling around. He was SO excited when he discovered us! After putting Samantha back down in her crib the two of us went downstairs and made special pancakes together. He got on the bus for preschool and the girls read aloud from their reading books to me. They were proud to show off their progress. :)
Experienced mamas with big families have shared that after you have three kids you don't even notice the workload changing. Really? Maybe when you don't have an infant. Getting used to four kids has been challenging and I'm not even doing most of the work yet! Big thanks to my friend Traci for coming over and holding down the fort today like you have done the past several Mondays -- I appreciated the help very much.
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I am sure it feels great to be home! Please let me know if I can help you guys with anything!
Yeah, I have a hard time believing those people who say that it's the same (workload) from 3 to 4 (or 2 to 3). Sure it is.... ( ;
By the way, is there any chance I could stop by tomorrow evening (Wednesday)? I'd love to see you and Miss Samantha! ( :
Don't be so hard on yourself! Remember you are still recovery from a major surgery, along with adjusting to life with 4 kiddos! It sounds to me like you are jumping right back into and doing a good job!
so how are you feeling pain wise? did you get the norco we talked about :O) i'm glad you're home. i'm sure it's overwhelming, there's no doubt about that, but as you know w/three before, it will pass and soon you'll be back into normal routine. look forward to seeing you this saturday...and of course your baby girl!
In a few months when Samantha is sleeping better and you're wounds have healed things will seem a lot better. You're tired, sore, and weak for all that bed rest. Give a few months...
Also, Isaac will never be forgotten. I think of him often...almost every time I look at Ella. He is missed. I'm so glad we're friends...
Hope there were enough premee cloths for the little miss. :-)
I think it'll get easier for you. Your weak from pregnancy, bed rest, and surgery! You of course aren't getting a good solid nights rest and I bet your kids (and hubby) are so excited to have you home they don't give you a moments rest. It'll all calm down. But, I only have one kid, so call me if you need anything!
So glad you are both home!
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