Some me time

I love my boy. I really do, but at the risk of sounding like a terrible mom I will also say that I love to get out of the house and leave him behind!

Being a mom is the greatest and I really wouldn't trade it for the world, but everybody needs a break now and then. No one can run full steam ahead all the time. You have to take a minute to get away from "everyday life" every now and then. You have to relax. You have to take a deep breath. You'll never survive another week of fingers in the toilets, toys on the floor and cottage cheese in the hair if you don't. Wait a minute, is that just me? In any case I was really beginning to need such a day when my dear friend, Cerissa, stepped up to the plate and suggested lunch and a movie....with NO kids! Leave 'em home with the hubbies, we're headed out! The clouds parted, the angels started singing and I, for a moment, saw a little glimpse of Heaven. "Hallelujah, Hallelujah!"

I must admit, I had a moment of fear, worry and anxiety take over ("But without a one year old clinging to my legs, climbing into my lap and trying to steal my lunch, won't I be bored?"). But the intriguing thought of a hot meal had me agreeing in no time ("you mean, there are some meals that are meant to be eaten warm?"). I have to say that not having to fight a toddler for your lunch is a pretty good feeling. And sitting through a whole 98 minute movie without pausing to refill a juice cup or change an oozy poop filled diaper...ah, that is priceless. I tried my best not to get too used to it though. Mere hours later I was back in the real world and being "Mom" again, but it is nice to have a reminder now and then that I am more than just "David's Mom".

Thanks Cerissa!!!

Pulling through

I think David's fever might have finally broken. I was gone all afternoon today having some much needed girl bonding time, but from what David tells me, little D's fever just went away. All of a sudden. Just like that. As quickly as it came it disappeared.

He took a nap this afternoon and wasn't feeling the best when he got up. David gave him more Motrin and let him go about playing (which in and of itself is huge - he hasn't done that since Thursday). He checked on him a while later and his fever was just gone. He finally felt cool to the touch and didn't seem to be bothered by it anymore. He was still playing when I got home 3 hours later. I was shocked....happy, but shocked. His fever lasted 3 days and topped out at 104.2 degrees. Wowza. I was worried there for a bit. :( He had no other symptoms. Just that crazy fever. What the heck?!?!

This is from this morning when he still had a 102 fever and was feeling crappy. David had just gotten home from work and was a bit on the tired side so he was more than happy to cuddle for a bit while I got a shower. This is what I found when I got out. :)

There's nothing worse....

....than when your baby's sick. I should know...it's been a rough week here.

He is finally fully weaned. He hasn't nursed since Sunday morning. But now he's sick. I don't really know what it is (and apparently neither does the doctor). He has cut 2 molars in the last 2 weeks and is now working on a 3rd. He's been running a very low grade fever for days because of this. Yesterday around noon, his temp started climbing and by 5pm it was up to 102.5 degrees. I called the urgent care/ after hours line for his pediatrician. I was told to give him a bath and moer Motrin and keep him comfy overnight. The nurse I talked to was concerned about an ear infection so I had to take him in early this morning. He is fine. No infections, no problems. She said it was probably a virus and would take care of itself over the weekend. If he still has a fever on Monday I am headed back to the doctor's with him. We have a kinda busy weekend planned and I was hoping to leave him with a sitter a few times so I really hope he perks out of this funk. I don't think I could leave him if he doesn't.....

On a positive note, the Lord has really been looking out for me this week and has given the strength and energy to handle everything that little David has thrown at me. PTL! This has been a big blessing. I have not taken a nap all week and I still have energy! Wow. I have also been dealing with much less morning sickness this whole week. Again, I say thank you Lord for helping me get through. I am never alone!

An eventful night

So I just turned my back for a second. I went to the other room to use the bathroom and when I got back this is what I found. Apparently, when you are cutting molars and not getting enough milk everyday this is what happens.

Having troubles

So this weaning thing is going terribly. David is so cranky and clingy and fussy. I'm about to lose my mind! No, seriously! Somethings gotta give here soon! He is not sleeping well at all. He gets up 2-4 times a night now and cries and begs for milk. I try to nurse him, but it's just not working. It's not what he wants. He usually goes back to bed pretty well because he's so tired, but not with out really frustrating me first.

I have been lucky enough to snag a few naps in the last couple of days. My hubby is being so awesome! I'm so blessed. But anyway, during my naps little David just plays with David and reads books, practices walking, plays catch you know all the happy, normal, calm baby stuff. They have a great time and David always tells me about how he gets little David giggling and stuff. And then I get up and all hmm hmm breaks loose and I am met with a screaming banshee. What the heck?!? How did we go from "out of sight, out of mind" to "give me milk or I will die" in 2 seconds flat? It really wears me out. Some days I just don't think I have the energy to handle it. I have been trying to not encourage the fussing and such, but he makes it difficult. Most of my day is spent with him clinging to my legs, looking up at me and crying.

We have come a long way in this whole process, but I don't know how much longer it will last and you know what they say - it's always the darkest before the dawn......

Just....so....tired!

I am starting to feel more and more pregnant by the day. Everything seems to be intensifying. Everything either stinks or smells wonderful, no in between. I am exhausted all the time (I take advantage of David's naps big time!), I'm running to the bathroom nonstop and I'm eating like it's going out of style. I have a touch of morning sickness (very mild - it could be a LOT worse)setting in so I have to keep a small amount of food in my belly at all times. If I have to go with an empty stomach, I feel sick, but if I eat too much I feel sick then too! What a dilemma!

Little David has been noticing some side effects of the pregnancy too. I am still nursing him 4-5 times per day right now. My changing hormones have affected my milk supply and he's not getting what he's used to. Trying to wean a little boy who is not quite ready to wean is proving to be difficult at best! He has been cranky at times and a bit hard to deal with. My doctors and his seem to think this will pass quickly and for my peace of mind I am choosing to believe them! He has finally started to drink from a sippy cup and now that he is past one year old he can drink cows' milk. He has taken that transition very well and seems to enjoy his real milk very much. That has been a true blessing for me. Today he only nursed twice during the day...we'll see what overnight brings us.

One of the worst parts is my sleepiness. It seems to hit in waves. All of a sudden in the middle of cooking dinner or grocery shopping or something I just get hit with a strong urge to fall over and just sleep right there on the floor. Sometimes it is all too tempting. I have noticed that a similar thing has been happening to my son. I'll put him in his crib for a nap and he'll just be sitting there playing and doing his best to avoid sleep when WHAM! it hits. It feels good to know that I am not alone.


This is from just a few days ago. He woke up with fur imprints in his face:

Round 2

Looks like life won't be slowing down any time soon. David and I found out on Monday the 15th that we will be parents once again! We revealed the big news to everyone at little David's first birthday party last Saturday. We are so excited to be adding to our family.

I had my first appointment with the doctor today. It was nothing much. Just some basic blood work and medical history evaluation. I did find out that my due date is February 18, 2010. I am 6 weeks pregnant today. Up next, an ultrasound on July 7th. We'll keep you all updated!