Okay, so for all of you parents out there with one child, take notes...the hardest part of having a second child is keeping your first child happy and content. No one prepared me for this change that has taken place. I knew that Avonlea would have some adjusting to do, but the past few days have been really rough. Avonlea has always been such a content child. She's very good at using her words when she wants or needs something. She knows how to be patient (90% of the time) and kind and she has always had a very large vocabulary speaking in sentences for months now. All of the sudden, she's been whining and crying sporatically throughout the past few days. What's up with that??? Well, I do know why (baby brother has arrived), but I guess I just wasn't as prepared emotionally as I thought. Anyway, Rob and I are really trying hard to give her as much attention as possible and I always make sure that I'm spending some alone time with her when he's at work and Lincoln is sleeping.
Today was definately a great day however. The weekends are easier now because I have Rob home. We had a pancake breakfast, watched cartoons together in bed for a bit, Rob went to get a haircut, and after lunch, I headed out to the mall for some much needed "me time". I'm not even supposed to be driving yet, but oh well. :) I got some shoes for Avonlea, a sun hat for Lincoln (my good friend Mel is coming down from Illinois next week and I'm sure we'll hit the beach) and a smoothie for me. I will admit that I went into a few stores to try on some non-pregnancy clothes, but I probably shouldn't have done that. AFter all, it hasn't even been 2 weeks since I had the little guy. I'm losing weight a lot quicker than I did with my pregnancy with Avonlea, but it's still not quite enough yet. It's always such a race to see what women fit back into their pre-pregnancy clothes the fastest. I'm sure I won't be one of the top contenders, but slowly and surely, I'll get there.
I hope everyone has a wonderful Sunday tomorrow is able to find time to worship our Father.
Mommy Bates signing off...
2 comments:
I am soooo excited! One week and we will be there. Is there a good time to call you to set up some details? I am already packed and ready to go! I am glad you got some "me" time, you deserve it!
Mel
i'm sure avonlea will adjust soon...it'll just take some time. sounds like everything else is going great, and i know you're excited to have that sweet little guy in your life now.:) we can't wait to meet him! love to all!
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