Thursday, September 24, 2009

Last week of maternity leave

I thought this was a creative gift idea! We received this from some of Tobin's customers.

Just a quick update while both babies are asleep!
Tanner is doing great! He is really turning into the funniest little character! He seems to have adjusted to his sister being around and even checks on her from time to time. He loves to play in her room and would especially like to hang in her crib as shown.
Kinsey is doing well. Last night she slept for four hours straight without waking up! WhoooHooo! She has been a happy baby overall and only seems to fuss when hungry. She does; however, prefer the real thing as opposed to a bottle, so this will be quite the learning curve when I go back to work. She hasn't taken to the binkie quite yet either, so next week may be tough! I am OK with her not wanting a binkie, but she likes to use me as a pacifier and that simply cannot continue. I am worried about how I will pump while at school since I have six classes straight, and how Kinsey will do without me. I wish money wasn't the driving the decision, but I must return to teaching on September 29th. Tobin's work schedule changed just a little bit which will allow him to help me get ready in the morning and out the door with both babies and all of their stuff, plus mine. I may have to get up at 4:45 am in order to leave the house by 6:30, but I've gotta do what I've gotta do to get to work on time! Tanner, for one, is used to sleeping in, so this will be an adjustment on many levels. I sure wish I could stay home with my babies. I have really enjoyed my time with them, even though it was frustrating and tough at times. It will break my heart to leave them on Tuesday morning for sure

Kinsey's 1st road trip was this past weekend. We attended Tobin's family reunion about three hours from here. That was also Tanner's 1st road trip last year! I will blog about that soon and attach pictures of our events. It was a quick, but family-filled weekend!

5 comments:

  1. hang in there hol, i can only imagine how tough next week will be. i'll be praying for you!

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  2. Hey girl-everything in balance!Keep enjoying the moments that you do share - focus upward. Worry begats worry...joy in the midst of chaos will last a lifetime. It really doesn't get easier-it just gets different.

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  3. Very cute pics! I am so glad that Tanner is adjusting well to being one of two kids! His socialization skills are paying off! I know next week is going to be tough... and I will absolutely pray for God to give you strength and peace in your family's decision. There ARE advantages for kids going to daycare, keep that in mind. I love you!

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  4. I agree with Mel...Tanner hasn't suffered any and may be a lot better off than most, adjusting JUST FINE, too. Kinsey will get to see the bigger kids as she grows up and learn from them...love you, Mom

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  5. Hey! I am not sure where I am supposed to leave a comment, but this works. Just wanted to let you know I found the blog :) Your pics are very cute. Good luck with going back to school next week and let me know if I can help you with anything ever! TTYS on FarmTown I am sure, lol

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