Back to Work

This was my first week back to work and I am doing surprisingly fine! I am tired (of course) but there have been minimal tears (I tried once, Cadie cried once) and the week went smoothly with no real drama. I had prayers from lots of friends and family and I felt God's grace on our whole family this week.

On Monday evening Grant and I and the kids went out to eat at Chilli's and we talked with the kids about Mommy being back at work and how everyone was going to have to do their best to help each other, be kind and be obedient to mom, dad and Sarah. While the kids weren't perfect, they did their best and Cadie especially helped as much as possible. She got herself dressed for school and set a good example of obedience for her brothers with lots of "Yes, ma'am" and "Yes, Sir's." Colton gave me a gift and slept from 9pm to 6am on Tuesday night!! Of course, last night he ate at 9pm, midnight, 3am and 7am. But at least now I know he CAN sleep through the night.

I always tell people that I really like my job, it is just that I like my kids a whole lot more! I am certainly not going to a job filled with drudgery, but I sure do miss those sweet faces. There is a lot of goodness about living in the USA, but our maternity leave policies are the pits. Babies don't even eat food until they are 6 months old! Why do we think they should be away from their moms anytime before then?! Thankfully Colton takes a bottle well. However, I didn't love having to pump in a bathroom this week while I attended a meeting at a conference center.

I guess with my third I have known better what to expect so the transition has been easier. I also made the very most of my maternity leave which helps. I felt like my leave has been refreshing  and has allowed me to spend time bonding with Colton, be with Cadie and Ranger and it has even included some rest. Thanks to having nanny Sarah full time during my leave I was able to get my hair done and even get a massage before returning to work.

A few pics from this week...When Mom's away, the kiddos (and Sarah) will play! Well, actually, Sarah mostly works her tail off... :)

Sarah helped Colton take his first selfie.

Colton testing out the jumparoo for the first time.

Cadie tried her first dance class. It was ballet and tap. She liked the ballet but said the tap was "too loud." I am going to see if there is a class we can sign her up for with no tap.

Ranger made a pilgrim hat at school.

Snuggles on the couch.