So I have officially made it to four months of mommyhood! It feels like quite an accomplishment to have made it this far and to finally feel like a human being again. (Yay sleep!!!) It still feels like it's been a long time, but it's been a wonderful four months challenges and all! I love the dynamic Aayla adds to our little family, and with each passing day, we fall more and more in love with her! Children are indeed a blessing from the Lord! And as my wise mother once told me, "The hardest things are often the things most worth doing!"
What have I loved most about mommyhood?
Without a doubt, the moments that bring my heart the most joy is seeing my precious baby girl smile at me and giggle at the funniest things! You can also tell just by watching her face, she's taking it all in, and there appears to be a real intelligence developing behind those bright eyes! I also love to watch her as she watches her daddy walk around the apartment as if he is the best thing since sliced bread. (Part of me also wonders, "What am I, chopped liver??") I also love to see her determination to eventually move places! Seriously, I'll lay her vertically in her crib at night and find her either horizontal or having turned 180 from her original position! This child really wants to move! (And will probably have her mommy chasing her soon enough!) We've also been practicing sitting up and playing with toys! She loves to stand up and look around her. I really believe she is going to be walking before she crawls. Especially since she still despises Tummy Time! I also love to hear her "talk!" She's got the cutest coos and gaas! She's also recently discovered her feet and is starting to grab them and play with them!
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What have I liked least about mommyhood?
I think the hardest part about raising Aayla is the fact that when she's tired, she tends to cry. This is not just a little whimper cry, mind you. This is an all out, pterodactyl cry! And you may be able to distract her for a minute, but then she will take crying right back up! At one point, there's nothing you can do except let her cry it out in her crib! She usually passes out 5-10 minutes after that! This is one of the many reasons I am so thankful we have an extra room for her nursery in the apartment! That has been a true life saver! Also, recently she's been getting frustrated with breastfeeding usually towards the end of the day for no explainable reason. Thankfully that is not every day, and at the very least, she will drink a bottle if need be. She also doesn't like her wrap anymore, so it can be harder to do things since I can't wear her much anymore. I'm also losing a ton of hair. Just ask JD! He finds my hair in the strangest of places! Now don't freak out! This is normal for post-partum mommies. And it's really just all the hair I didn't lose during pregnancy. So luckily I won't go bald! In the grand scheme of things, it's hardly anything to complain about.
Being a mother is still exhausting, but I am thankful for this little break from the pure exhaustion. I'm sure it will come again and in greater quantities, but for now, I am really enjoying mommyhood! I'm sure there will be days I want to pull my hair out, especially when the next sibling comes along. At least the next time around I'll have more experience and a little more know-how. Before long, Aayla is going to be calling the shots on what's on the TV (she's already starting to watch it here and there), making us baby proof the apartment, talking up a storm, and not staying where we put her. Each stage of motherhood brings its own challenges and joys. I am learning to love each one! She's also doing well going to work with me and seeing the other kids! I think in a way, she probably won't feel like an only child because she has "older siblings" around her. :) For those of you wondering, the plan is to eventually be a stay at home mom and homeschooling my kids in the future. Our hearts are also in adoption, and we would love to adopt a child or two eventually! This is why we are in great support of Race for the Orphans coming up May 9th! If you want anymore info, please let me know!
We are excited to celebrate Star Wars Day May 4th! (Yes, we are pure nerds!)
Please be in continual prayer for the people of Nepal! Those I know there are safe, but the death toll continues to rise, and the damage is going to take years to repair. (Just ask Japan after the tsunami - they are still rebuilding!) I have talked to Kalu, but haven't heard from him in a few days. I'm hoping to send him some money this week as soon as I get his account information. If you feel so led, please consider contributing to our efforts. But please, please pray! That is the most powerful thing we have at hand! I can only imagine the challenges they are facing now and are going to be facing in the future. This is also a great opportunity to show them the love of God and hopefully see some come to Christ. The world has enough problems without adding to them, and we are here to show love and be in a relationship with God Himself. I am striving to follow Him in all I do.
Peace to you all!
Keri Lynn
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