On the mend

Our family has been sick since last week. David and I had colds earlier in the week and now Lily has it. Jack seems to be fairing okay so far.

Last week some of the friends came over again and kept me company. Thanks ladies!! I tell you what, if it weren't for my family and friends, I'd be insane right now.

I have my 6 week midwife appointment tomorrow. 6 weeks already! Even though some days and nights are long, time is going by fast.

My sister Bonnie and her husband, Mark will be here in 10 days! I'm so excited!!

David and the kids

Jack hanging out

Superbowl Sunday!

Being silly with Lily

ABCs

Lily has been singing her ABCs. We heard her doing this yesterday in the car and thought "We have to get this on video"

Who Am I? What Day Is It?

I realized I hadn't blogged in awhile. The last few days have been a fog. Friday night was especially rough, as Jack was fussy from 4pm to 8pm. Those were some long hours. Last night Lily decided she didn't want to sleep too well either, so we had both kids up a few times last night. David and I are walking around like zombies. I did get some shut eye today while Lily napped. Jack tends to be sleepy during Lily's nap time and that is a great blessing!

What helps me get through these early days is knowing I'm not alone. I have lots of great Mommy friends to talk with. Yesterday I realized I have SIX girl friends who are pregnant right now! Some are keeping it a bit hush hush for a few more weeks. And for those of you who are pregnant, please know that you can call on me when you are in need during those early, sleep deprived days.

What have I done the last few days? Hrmm. On Friday, Raz came over to visit/meet Jack. It was so nice to see her again. It had been awhile!

Tita Raz and Jack

This weekend my friend Christine brought over some yummie enchiladas and we got to chat for awhile. Thanks sista!

This picture was taken when Jack was ooh, a day old maybe??

Yesterday Karen and Cat came over with their daughters (Caoimhe and Izzy). Lily got in some good play time. Cat brought a delicious chicken pasta salad and Karen brought some yummie treats. Thanks girls!

Cat getting in some baby time

Karen holding Jack. Izzy and Caoimhe were great with baby Jack!

Of course yesterday, we watched the Inauguration. I feel like we have moved into a new era. I told Lily "that is President Barack Obama!" She insisted it's "President Lily!" I say go for it girl!
Today I caught the last part of Oprah and she showed Will.I.Am's new song called America. I thought it was beautiful!! I realized I am once again proud to be an American and to live in this country. Sometime in the last 8 years I began to feel a bit embarrassed about being an American. How horrible is that? I do love this county and I do believe we can turn things around.

The Kids...

Besides being a Mom?

What have I been doing besides being a Mom? Well, being a Mom does take up a very big portion of my day. I sometimes forget that I am a whole person outside of taking care of my kids. I have to force myself to do things for me right now. Before having Jack, I was in a good routine of doing things for me, and I have to find that again with the small parts of the day I do have to myself.

Some things I do just for me:
1. Blogging
2. Printing off pictures for my kiddos' baby books
3. Reading Oprah magazine. I allowed my subscription to expire and my Mom gave me a new subscription as a gift. Thanks again Mom!
4. Listening to music
5. Crocheting a blanket for Jack
6. Having an adult conversation with my husband that doesn't revolve around children or work
7. Drinking a latte and just sitting in the quiet
8. Meditating
9. Watching a television show not appropriate for small ears (Grey's Anatomy, How I Met Your Mother)
10. Facebook

While they sleep

The kiddos are sleeping. Well, Lily is still singing in her crib, but should hopefully be asleep here soon. So, thought I'd take this moment to post some pictures. No plans today. We are just staying in. We did take an adventure out to the mailbox and Lily played in the left over snow from Monday. Tomorrow I'm expecting a visit from my friend Raz and I am supposed to meet up with my friend Christine tomorrow night for coffee. This will probably be a Jack and me trip as I plan to meet up with Christine after Lily goes to bed.

Caught a bit of a smile

Elvis lip

Playing with static electricity!


Lily asked to be swaddled like baby Jack. Blogger is being funny again and not putting my picture in the correct way. Sorry for this being up side down.