Shame on me for not having been here in a while. Our growing family has required that I expand my daily routine, abilities and creativity. I thought I'd share some of that:
Our little T man is nearly 10 weeks old. I realize that in the grand scheme of things, that's so little, and I also realize how much more quickly it seems to be passing. One new skill I'm constantly being challenged to master (or at least attempt to master) is living in the present. Sleepless nights, nursing at a moments notice, or trying to occupy a 2 year old while nursing at various locations (like the grocery store pharmacy or in line at a consignment sale for example), are just a few things that may sometimes be overwhelming at times. Its easy to sort of mentally just check out while i spring into action because of focusing on the trask(s). I have to stop and remember that one of these days, in the not so far off future, I may be longing for a brand new baby and everything that comes with a toddler with a "zest for life" (read: never ending energy and volume).
Titus has some reflux so getting that worked out has been a challenge. However the medicine has been a huge help along with some easy (but sad) dietary restrictions on my part. He is a Mega-Ham!! He smiles and giggles and talks in ooh's, gaa's, and gurggles. He is a sweet, sweet joy!
Jude is a loving big brother. He is constantly giving T gentle kisses on the head and wanting to "jump in and see him." He loves to lay next to Titus and be gentle with him and make noises at him. He has also become a pro at picking up a dropped paci and giving I back to the baby.
Jude has started showing signs of being interested in potty training. Though we're not there yet, this step is teaching me very important lessons and skills like patience, patience, and more patience...as well as cleaning and streamlining and discovering corners that may have disguised themselves as the potty to inexperienced toddler senses.
In cuteness factor, Jude is of course off the charts! He sings to music, will talk to his toys like they're having a conversation, and has started quote-worthy sayings like "Mommy, I looooove babies!!!" and enjoys telling everyone about trains and the train museum.
Ross took Jude to a model train museum several weeks ago. I think they both had fun - Jude, without a doubt! He talked about it every day and after 2 or 3 weeks we all went back. It really is a great place, it's no wonder he likes it! It's indoors so it was a great activity for Titus as well. He slept soundly in the Ergo pretty much the whole time.
I am getting better at being a mom of 2...or so it seems. Funny how after doing something new and difficult and being successful at it, I have a tendency to think, "Boy! I thought ______ was hard before?!" But then I give myself a little hug because I just did something big and new and did it successfully! Just like anything, it takes a while to find your groove. I am looking forward to the days when they can play together.
We are loving our new house! Things are finding homes and we're feeling more settled in. I recently joined pinterest so I'm getting great ideas for crafts and DIY stuff to decorate. Our room is of course the last to get any attention but boy does it need it! We're gearing up for what we expect to be a pretty busy Halloween this year...our neighborhood has so many kids, surely we'll have a lot of trick-or-treaters. We will take Jude this year, though we're stil ironing out the costume.
So things have been going relatively well. Thankfully I haven't lost all of my brains and I've been able to figure out life with 2 kids...for the most part...
*im posting from my phone and am having trouble with the pictures. I'll have to post them later*
