This morning I took a shower. Now keep in mind, this is not an easy feat with two preschoolers running through my house unsupervised. Fortunately, Hannah was still asleep, so I didnt have to worry abut her reaching things she shouldn't, getting out choking-hazard-sized toys for her sister to play with, or acting like she was in charge when Mommy wasn't looking. Instead of worrying about those things, I had to distract Aliah long enough to get myself clean in the shower. I locked her in the bathroom with me, dumped a bucket of blocks on the floor, and started washing my hair. Aliah didnt seem to mind at all that she has been confined to our tiny bathroom space with only a pile of blocks to play with. She loved the noise she made when she threw them on the linoleum floor.
After ten minutes and just a few rounds of peek-a-boo from behind the shower curtain, I was a much cleaner, happier, more sane Mommy.
I should have done this a long, long time ago!
They are destroying the kitchen now, so I need to get back to cleaning up their messes.
Please forgive my lack of blog posts lately. Aliah literally takes up all of my time and energy right now. She never stops moving, is always running and climbing and bouncing, and she is constantly asking for food. Example: she just ran up to me with a cup of cheerios in her hand, wanting me to open it for her. It never stops.
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Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Saturday, April 19, 2008
gifts and miracles.
WHY must I wake up with the sunrise every morning this week?!?
I am NOT a morning person. I don't even marvel at the sunrise (unless it happens to be over a body of water).But, being awake very early in the morning has given me a lot of quiet time, which I also need very much.
After a bridal shower this morning and going shopping for 5-year olds boys birthday presents this afternoon, I was completely wiped out. Running on just 4 hours of sleep will do that to you.
When I confirmed Hannah's conception, I immediately bought a baby item for the new life growing inside me (it was a baby bonnet). I didn't really get to do that with my last 3 pregnancies; I didn't have much time with them.
This time, I want it to be different. So today I bought a set of two pairs of little tiny baby gloves (I figured a December baby could certainly use gloves!). They have white and yellow stars on them. They're unisex, and they will match most of the newborn clothes that we already have.
I want this little tiny being to be OKAY! I've only known of his/her existence for about 48 hours, but I already love this baby beyond measure.
Right now I am cautiously wishing for the best, but also trying to mentally and emotionally cushion myself in case something does go wrong. I'm only 4 1/2 weeks pregnant; only God knows what will happen in the days ahead.
I am NOT a morning person. I don't even marvel at the sunrise (unless it happens to be over a body of water).But, being awake very early in the morning has given me a lot of quiet time, which I also need very much.
After a bridal shower this morning and going shopping for 5-year olds boys birthday presents this afternoon, I was completely wiped out. Running on just 4 hours of sleep will do that to you.
When I confirmed Hannah's conception, I immediately bought a baby item for the new life growing inside me (it was a baby bonnet). I didn't really get to do that with my last 3 pregnancies; I didn't have much time with them.
This time, I want it to be different. So today I bought a set of two pairs of little tiny baby gloves (I figured a December baby could certainly use gloves!). They have white and yellow stars on them. They're unisex, and they will match most of the newborn clothes that we already have.
I want this little tiny being to be OKAY! I've only known of his/her existence for about 48 hours, but I already love this baby beyond measure.
Right now I am cautiously wishing for the best, but also trying to mentally and emotionally cushion myself in case something does go wrong. I'm only 4 1/2 weeks pregnant; only God knows what will happen in the days ahead.
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
Closer to independence
This morning is the first time that I have ever taken a shower while Hannah is awake. In the past, every other time I've tried, she's screamed and cried and thrown a huge fit, and I'd have to wait for DH to come home and take over, or take a shower only after she has gone to bed for the night. But this morning, I told her that I was dirty, and needed to wash my hair. She eyed me curiously as I stripped off my clothes and stepped into the bathtub.
"Are you going to wash your feet too, Mommy?"
Yes Hannah, my whole body needs to be washed.
"oh, ok Mommy."
She calmly sat on the toilet, talking with me the whole eight minutes that I was showering. She asked silly questions, entertained me with some of her made-up nonsense words, and played peek-a-boo from behind the shower curtain. She was so patient and sweet. I was amazed. I hope I can take a morning shower more often! I love how easily she can entertain herself. Right now, Hannah is playing with her dollhouse, setting each accessory and piece of tiny furniture just so.
She's been pooping in the potty for almost a month now, with no messy accidents since the first week of February. And she's had about one week of wearing big girl underwear all day. We're not completely accident-free yet, but I am confident that she will master potty-training very soon.
I love my big girl.
Random happening of the day: DH left his cell phone at home. I hope he doesn't need it at work today.
It's starting to feel more and more like spring. The daffodills are blooming. Yesterday was 72 degrees and breezy. Today it is 70 and sunny, but it just started raining. Kind of bizzare. Maybe it will stop soon, so we can go outside and play?
Better get back to my never-ending to-do-list....
"Are you going to wash your feet too, Mommy?"
Yes Hannah, my whole body needs to be washed.
"oh, ok Mommy."
She calmly sat on the toilet, talking with me the whole eight minutes that I was showering. She asked silly questions, entertained me with some of her made-up nonsense words, and played peek-a-boo from behind the shower curtain. She was so patient and sweet. I was amazed. I hope I can take a morning shower more often! I love how easily she can entertain herself. Right now, Hannah is playing with her dollhouse, setting each accessory and piece of tiny furniture just so.
She's been pooping in the potty for almost a month now, with no messy accidents since the first week of February. And she's had about one week of wearing big girl underwear all day. We're not completely accident-free yet, but I am confident that she will master potty-training very soon.
I love my big girl.
Random happening of the day: DH left his cell phone at home. I hope he doesn't need it at work today.
It's starting to feel more and more like spring. The daffodills are blooming. Yesterday was 72 degrees and breezy. Today it is 70 and sunny, but it just started raining. Kind of bizzare. Maybe it will stop soon, so we can go outside and play?
Better get back to my never-ending to-do-list....
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