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I have been trying my best to juggle being pregnant, caring for a toddler and project managing the basement, but things are finally getting to me. Aiden has not been sleeping well (as usual) and I finally lost it. I forgot about a playdate we had scheduled for today. The mom called me to see if we were okay since we were so late. I apologized profusely and was extremely embarrassed as I was just getting up and still in my pajamas when the phone rang.
This is just a precursor to how I’m going to be when the baby comes. I am so afraid of neglecting Aiden because I will be too tired and cranky to attend to him. I hope that his allergies settle down enough so that I can get the rest I need now before the baby arrives. For the moment, I am going to try and nap now.
April 30th, 2008
My dad and his wife visited today. We banned the guys to the basement and headed out to go shopping. Unfortunately, Aiden fell asleep on the way to the first outlet store and cried the entire time we shopped there. He eventually perked up and we were able to salvage the outing. All in all it was a nice day with my stepmom, whom I don’t usually spend one on one time with.
The basement is coming along and I think we all can’t wait until it is complete. The drop ceiling is going up soon and I am hoping to call the inspectors in the next week or so. I am tired of the house looking a wreck and want to move on to Aiden’s new room (which has all the computers in it that will go in the basement) and turn Aiden’s current room back into the nursery. It will happen, right?
April 27th, 2008
This week we had 3 different playdates, which would normally be a good thing, right? I have been trying to expose Aiden to as many experiences as possible so he can learn how to socialize with kids his own age. I have been concerned that being at home with me might be a little stifling, plus I’d like a break from playing all the time.
Aiden was great for all the playdates, so as far as socializing he is doing fine, but the timing was bad. Allergy season is in full swing and Aiden has not been able to escape the symptoms. Playing outside 3 days in a row was probably not a smart move on my part, but he was having so much fun. It was no longer fun when he woke up every 2 hours at night not being able to breath because he was so stuffy. The children’s Claritan helped him a little but he just wouldn’t stay upright at night which made it worse.
This means we are both tired and cranky to attend a time honored tradition of Ag Field day at my Alma Mater. I was sad to miss the events and share them with my family, but we both needed a down day. It was worth it because we each got the rest we needed and our noses thanked us as well. I guess too much of a good thing can be bad.
April 26th, 2008
My niece and nephew had a combined birthday party today. Aiden had a great time because it was nice enough out that the kids played at a nearby park for a while. The only downside to the party was that my brother didn’t plan for food. There were plenty of snacks and, of course, cake, but no real food. The crankies didn’t take long to set in for all of us and we flew to the nearest Panara’s to eat after it was over.
It was nice to see my family, but Aiden is scared of my mom and brother. They are very loud individuals and get in his face which is not to Aiden’s liking. They can’t understand why he doesn’t want to play with them or let them hold him, even though I try to explain in a kind manner that he is sensitive and needs time to warm up. I know you can’t change people, but it sure is hard to deal with on a regular basis since they won’t heed my advice to let Aiden come to them.
April 20th, 2008
While the extended weekend away from home started off on a cranky note, mainly be me, it ended on a tired note. Aiden has allergies apparently and with each night he slept worse and worse. Our moods were really pushed to the edge for each of us and it seems we need a vacation from the vacation.
The trip for me was really nice (once I got over my grumpiness). I was able to hang out with my friend and finally meet her youngest daughter. They live by the other ocean and I don’t get to see them often (other than on the computer). Chris was kind enough to wrangle Aiden, which was not relaxing for him. Not that he doesn’t enjoy daddy time, but Aiden has been quite the toddler lately.
The Baptism was short and sweet and quite an honor for me. I am a godparent for several family members, but it is nice when a friend thinks that highly of me. I think I pulled off a good outfit for my ever expanding belly and Chris looked super handsome. I love it when he gets dressed up (or down for that matter). I can’t help it, he is still pretty sexy to me (17 years and counting!). But I digress…
We are glad to be home and hope that we are somewhat rejuvenated and ready to continue with all the madness that is the basement. Sadly, this is the the last trip we will take as a 3-person family. Maybe that isn’t so sad, but it is the end of the only way we knew how to function as a family. The new addition will be a happy one, but it will be a little sad to say goodbye to our little unit. The next trip should be interesting with four of us.
April 14th, 2008
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