Sometimes refreshing is just a weekend of nothing significant at all. A couple of days bundled together, dotted with minuscule things that just keep you from falling asleep. Fixing that leak in the A/C, writing a new list of to-do's, or just grilling a few burgers. All are fairly insignificant, but when combined, and absent of any travel or unexpected guests, can make for one of the better weekends in a while. It's odd how you spend your life planning the next trip, visit, or whatever..but the weekend you have absolutely nothing planned turns out to be the best! So here's to enjoying time with the family and beautiful weather!
Monday, April 27, 2009
Friday, April 24, 2009
no news is CERTAINLY good news....
Sometimes, it truly is good not to hear news. Or to be out of the loop. Except that when you finally do hear the news that has eluded you, it hits you like a ton of bricks to the gut. And it hurts a lot. Got part of it, now waiting for the rest, and it should be another week before I get it.
Thank GOD my girls give me strength....
Thank GOD my girls give me strength....
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
The gift of wonder
Every morning, I wake up just a little groggy. Not enough sleep again..even if it's 8 or 9 hours. I assume that's the way it works when you get older, huh?
But every morning, I get to watch bebe's wake up routine. First, she opens the eyes slightly, then WIDE OPEN. Immediately, she greets me with a huge grin and a little giggle followed by the cutest little stretch and eye rub this earth has ever seen. True contentment is hard to find. This is where it lies. We get her out of bed, change the diaper, then it's breakfast time!
The morning bottle is a wonderful thing. It soothes, calms, and nourishes. It's time for a burp. I love burping bebe. When I put her to my chest with her head on my shoulder, I can see up close the look of sheer wonder in her eyes as she looks through the linen shades out the window to the world waiting for her to discover. The look of constant searching and learning is heart warming and at times, could almost bring me to tears.
It's exciting and bone crushingly agonizing to think of all the things those innocent eyes will see in their lifetime. I look forward every day to what will be new for her and for us. The journey continues...
But every morning, I get to watch bebe's wake up routine. First, she opens the eyes slightly, then WIDE OPEN. Immediately, she greets me with a huge grin and a little giggle followed by the cutest little stretch and eye rub this earth has ever seen. True contentment is hard to find. This is where it lies. We get her out of bed, change the diaper, then it's breakfast time!
The morning bottle is a wonderful thing. It soothes, calms, and nourishes. It's time for a burp. I love burping bebe. When I put her to my chest with her head on my shoulder, I can see up close the look of sheer wonder in her eyes as she looks through the linen shades out the window to the world waiting for her to discover. The look of constant searching and learning is heart warming and at times, could almost bring me to tears.
It's exciting and bone crushingly agonizing to think of all the things those innocent eyes will see in their lifetime. I look forward every day to what will be new for her and for us. The journey continues...
Thursday, April 9, 2009
thanks, but...no thanks
Advice. It's inevitable, right?
It seems like at every single juncture in your life, somebody's got some for you. In high school, it's advice on how to find out what you want to do and where you're going. In college, its what kind of job and when to get married. At your wedding, its marriage advice...LOTS of it. When you get married, its when to have kids.
Once you're expecting, its advice on E V E R Y T H I N G. Once the blessed bundle arrives, so does the steady stream of unsolicited advice from anyone who has ever been near a baby. So pretty much everybody, right?
How does one handle unwanted advice from family? So far it's been advice on every aspect of how to rear a child. More recently, however, advice on what to feed and when. I know this stuff is specific to child, but its impossible to fend off the advances of those closest to you and their advice b/c they are there so often and are more than willing to repeat it! A lot. I mean, its really difficult to tell somebody who shaped who I am today "thanks for the advice, but I'll stick with medical research and the MD knowledge of our pediatrician" without sounding like I'm completely ignoring them. Ugh. I'm guessing this is just what the rest of my days as a parent will be and I should just settle in and practice my blank stares and "uh huh, thanks" so I at least seem to be not a complete jerk.
That's tough!
It seems like at every single juncture in your life, somebody's got some for you. In high school, it's advice on how to find out what you want to do and where you're going. In college, its what kind of job and when to get married. At your wedding, its marriage advice...LOTS of it. When you get married, its when to have kids.
Once you're expecting, its advice on E V E R Y T H I N G. Once the blessed bundle arrives, so does the steady stream of unsolicited advice from anyone who has ever been near a baby. So pretty much everybody, right?
How does one handle unwanted advice from family? So far it's been advice on every aspect of how to rear a child. More recently, however, advice on what to feed and when. I know this stuff is specific to child, but its impossible to fend off the advances of those closest to you and their advice b/c they are there so often and are more than willing to repeat it! A lot. I mean, its really difficult to tell somebody who shaped who I am today "thanks for the advice, but I'll stick with medical research and the MD knowledge of our pediatrician" without sounding like I'm completely ignoring them. Ugh. I'm guessing this is just what the rest of my days as a parent will be and I should just settle in and practice my blank stares and "uh huh, thanks" so I at least seem to be not a complete jerk.
That's tough!
Monday, April 6, 2009
Refreshed
A weekend away always does the trick.
Spending a good day with tons of friends out in the country eating crawfish and talking about nothing imporant and anything fun is just what I needed. The weather was absolutely gorgeous, the beer was flowing, the crawfish were hot & spicy, and the fellowship was by far the BEST part. Not only did we get to spend a good amount of our time relaxing, but Bebe got to meet the group and mom & dad stopped by for a bite to eat then went on to take the rugrat home with them for her first night away. I was almost worried about not having her near for a night, but quickly remembered mom & dad raised us, so Bebe would be fine.
Meanwhile, the weather is again gorgeous today and all the plants at the house are doing really well....except for these stubborn tomatoes that refuse to grow. Little do they know they're coming out this afternoon in favor of some shiny new ones that look like they're ready to do some growing! Better Boy & Yellow tomatoes! I cant wait to see what these yellows will do! The okra's not doing so hot either...some stupid stray cat keeps knocking them over. I think I'm gonna have to block that area off from kitty before he pisses me off too much. I still have yet to plant eggplant or basil. Can't wait for saturday's market to get some more fresh plants & produce. I tell you, being in my garden is good for the soul. It refreshes me to see my hard work pay off in the form of blooms, fruit, and savory herbs. Speaking of which. Is it 5 yet?
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