The New Normal

It is safe to say that the first 6 weeks of a new baby is rough, but if you survive it is so wonderful. We are finally getting the hang off breast feeding with only a few minor hiccups which I am glad to say I have a great support from my bff who is struggling with the same issues.  

This week I have finally found my stride. I am able to workout, which is much needed both for sanity and for my physique and shower. I have successfully shopped for groceries and ran errands. Eve is smiling and I must say she is a little smiling bug. It is sooo awesome. Isabelle is a great "little mommy" she tries to nurser both her dolls and her sister. She also loves to read and sing to Eve.  Most day we watch "My Friends Tigger and Pooh,"

 (I did not envision tv as part of our day, but parenting is a humbling experience), do a project or two, take a much needed nap and eagerly await the return of Daddy. I am trying to start a program with Isabelle that will be around bible stories. 

Parenting two kids has caused me to eat a big slice of humble pie. My daughter watches more tv then I'd like which I used to judge people on. I have to call in for reinforcements more then I would have liked, but it has really been great now that I have given in to that. I used to be a militant breast feeder, but God has really showed me how it could be for people who choose to quit. I also have had to trust God so much. Eve has already been to the hospital for a head x-ray because Issy loves her so much she pulled her off the couch. One thing I can trust in is that I am not in control but I serve an awesome God who is. 

Enjoy the Photos:

Richard Symmons Hair

Awesome Smiles

Messy Cooking 

Double the Tummy Time 

Tasty Treats

Sledding with Papoo Reed

Christmas Present Opening...Early

Isabelle and I were raising butterflies from caterpillars before Eve was born. They went into their chrysalis when we were at the hospital and we released them right before it got cold. 

Sweet Projects: We were making a Gingerbread House

Happy Daddy

Issy Reading to Her Sister

Isabelle Pretending to Feed Eve