This crazy thing happened to me last night. I dozed off in bed, and woke up with Brady’s big face right in my face, eyes wide, mouth wearing the biggest dopey smile ever. I swear, he wasn’t even breathing.
“Did you fall asleep?” he asked.
“Shut up.”
So I NEVER fall asleep first. Not even ever. Not even with a fresh baby. Not even if I’m on a sleeping medication. Not after a super duper long active day when we’re all sick as dogs. I NEVER fall asleep first.
And last night, it happened. At 9:00pm.
I’m not sure what made me tired enough to fall asleep quite so early, but Brady and I welcomed the opportunity with open arms. It was SO nice to sleep so early! Even with Solly waking up once more than usual, we both felt much more rested, obviously.
Our play date today was cancelled on account of one of the littles in the other family being sick. All is well, though. We rescheduled on the spot, so I can anticipate it for next week 🙂 Wonderfully enough, I’ve made a handful of plans just today for the next week or so. I’m really looking forward to the days to come. I’m very annoyed with this silly pain still chasing me, but I’m going to try and see what happens if I just keep moving, even with some pain. Obviously not overdoing it, don’t worry mom 😉 but I’m starting to feel very low with this inability to do ANYTHING beyond keeping my kids alive. Its a blue place to be. So I’m making some plans, and feeling motivated! Woot! Hopefully I can actually get a few things accomplished soon.
As for the kids today…
As I was doing dishes this morning, Laela came and hung out at the island. I had daydreams of friends and family sitting at the island while I worked in the kitchen, but somehow, I hadn’t specifically pictured my kids sitting and being together with me, and I LOVE it!!! Regularly, Dekker and Laela sit here and play toys, or help me assemble food, with Rowan always underfoot. Of course, its all fun and games until someone tries to show affection to another…
Lol! You can’t win them all, I guess!
Dekker has consistently been a rockstar for the last couple of weeks! I feel like he’s changing and growing, and really becoming his own guy. Its been happening for a while now, but he’s really been shining as of late. When he starts to get a little irrational (we all do) he’s learned to recognize that he needs a bit of a break, and he comes back when he’s done. He often says “I’m still a little upset, and I still have tears, but I’ll give it a try.” What more can I ask for?? This morning, he has made a conscious effort to have a positive attitude, and to be as sweet as possible. I am LOVING this stage of life with him! (Don’t mind his dirty glasses. He’s four.)
Gosh! This kid is SUCH a stunner! He just cracks me up! We haven’t seen a ton of Rowan these days. He is teething pretty hard (looks like all four eye teeth are on their way!) and, as with all of my kids thus far, he sleeps through his discomfort. Its not like he cries and cries and I abandon him there to weep and wail until he falls asleep. He’ll cry and chew, and as soon as I lay him in his bed, he is quiet, and sleeps. So we miss this little mug. But its just for a time 🙂 And frankly, his way of dealing with pain is one of the best! So sleep on, Macduff! We’ll see you soon!
Mr. Solly Wolly was six weeks old yesterday, and I can honestly say that he has made life considerably richer. Yes, things have felt pretty crazy around here since he was born, and I have found myself overwhelmed and out of control at times. None of those feelings are based on this kid. He has not complicated things. He fits in beautifully. I have to say, I know this pictures isn’t the best of pictures. Off centre and a bit shadowy. But I was taking a few others, and then he smirked 🙂 Whether it looks like it or not, I know he was. So I had to use this one. He is incredibly beautiful, whether my camera work is or not.
So I’m spending today being enamoured with my kids. Productivity can start tomorrow. Or the next day.