"Who needs sleep?" So asks the Barenaked Ladies in one of my favorite albums ever. As I sit here listining to the birds rise, that song keeps playing in my head. Miss M woke me up a quarter after 3, and I haven't been back to sleep. It's not her fault -- she nursed like a champ and went right back down. But my brain is racing with incoherent thoughts. I've got so much on my mind, one thought is interrupted by the next. It's making it very difficult to write. I guess that's partly why I've been so terrible about updating this blog. Work is a huge brain drain. Miss M is an emotional one. I adore her so much. By the end of the day, I've got nothing left. All the clever little thoughts and heartwarming observations I wanted to record are gone. My brain is a sieve.
A few thoughts that have not yet escaped:
On mobility: Miss M finally started rolling over right before Easter. (Was that a week ago? Or two weeks?) She started going from her back to belly, rolling to her left. Then she figured out how to reverse that roll. She also spins on her belly now, but that's about all. I'm grateful -- not ready for her to "travel" on her own yet!
On baby's first turd: It was shocking and funny at the same time. Chris mostly changes her diapers. Since she was born, it was something he volunteered to do, and what mom would complain about that? He was worried something was wrong. I might have been concerned if someone hadn't already posted about this on my WTE board. I love the September 2010 mommies!
On teeth: How could I forget about these? Miss M has two on the bottom. First the right, then the left. I fear she may be working on top ones now. Last night she woke up twice, which was the pattern for the first two. Of course, the night before, she slept all the way through, which was a wonderful birthday present.
On travel: Yes, we're getting ready to take a B.I.G. trip. This is keeping me awake. I know it will be wonderful and exciting and a once-in-a-lifetime experience for our non-jetsetting little family. But today, I feel nervous and unprepared. We are going to be that family you see on the plane and think, "Please don't sit by me." Ack!
Saturday, May 7, 2011
Monday, April 11, 2011
Planes, trains and strollers
I've been researching strollers for at least a year. I always knew I didn't want a travel system -- they're just too big for my short legs and wimpy arms. So, after much research, I registered for (and received) a Snap 'N Go. It's been great. But it didn't stop me from stressing over what to get once the Snap 'N Go no longer meets our needs.
That time has finally arrived. The weather is warming up, and we're spending more time outside. The Snap 'N Go's wheels are starting to totter; it isn't made for concrete sidewalks. Miss M likes facing forward and gets hot in her carseat, but she's too heavy for me to carry her for long in the Baby Bjorn. Plus, we're going overseas next month, and she'll need to see the sights from something comfortable (for both of us!).
My dream stroller had to be lightweight or I wouldn't use it. It also needed to be durable because I didn't want to waste money on something that would break in six months. It needed to be comfortable for Miss M, with a big canopy and cushy seat. And (this is obvious, right?), it had to be cute -- meaning simple and streamlined. Basically, I wanted something built like a MACK truck and designed like a Miata that would ride like a Buick.
Champagne Taste meet Beer Budget.
After months of my whining and indecisiveness and scouring Craigslist for something used (read: cheap), Chris said I should just get whatever I want. I told him it might be $400, if my dream stroller even existed. He said he'd pitch in $200.
So I described my dream stroller to my fellow WTE September 2010 mommies, who recommended the Baby Jogger City Mini. There were a few other recommendations thrown in, which I appreciated, but the City Mini seemed the most popular. After reading all the online reviews I could get my hands on, I agreed it sounded pretty darn good!
I ordered it in black, thinking that was the more sensible choice to hide dirt and stains. But I actually prefer the stone/black. And now I'm worried the black will be too hot. But it's too late to change my mind. The stroller's been shipped!
That time has finally arrived. The weather is warming up, and we're spending more time outside. The Snap 'N Go's wheels are starting to totter; it isn't made for concrete sidewalks. Miss M likes facing forward and gets hot in her carseat, but she's too heavy for me to carry her for long in the Baby Bjorn. Plus, we're going overseas next month, and she'll need to see the sights from something comfortable (for both of us!).
My dream stroller had to be lightweight or I wouldn't use it. It also needed to be durable because I didn't want to waste money on something that would break in six months. It needed to be comfortable for Miss M, with a big canopy and cushy seat. And (this is obvious, right?), it had to be cute -- meaning simple and streamlined. Basically, I wanted something built like a MACK truck and designed like a Miata that would ride like a Buick.
Champagne Taste meet Beer Budget.
After months of my whining and indecisiveness and scouring Craigslist for something used (read: cheap), Chris said I should just get whatever I want. I told him it might be $400, if my dream stroller even existed. He said he'd pitch in $200.
So I described my dream stroller to my fellow WTE September 2010 mommies, who recommended the Baby Jogger City Mini. There were a few other recommendations thrown in, which I appreciated, but the City Mini seemed the most popular. After reading all the online reviews I could get my hands on, I agreed it sounded pretty darn good!
I ordered it in black, thinking that was the more sensible choice to hide dirt and stains. But I actually prefer the stone/black. And now I'm worried the black will be too hot. But it's too late to change my mind. The stroller's been shipped!
Thursday, March 10, 2011
Six months
Six months ago, I met my beautiful baby girl, who returned my looks of awe and adoration with an expression that asked, "Are you sure you know what you're doing?" I don't, but I sure do love her. Happy half-birthday, Miss M!
Monday, March 7, 2011
Splurge
Today wasn't all bad. I splurged on this today. And in case the link doesn't work, here's a picture.
It's so stinking cute, and Miss M is adorable in it. Maybe it will motivate me to take her for walks this spring!
(Dear god, what has happened to me!? It was only a year ago that "splurge" referred to something at a salon ... or Banana Republic.)
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| Gymboree Tiered Hooded Jacket |
It's so stinking cute, and Miss M is adorable in it. Maybe it will motivate me to take her for walks this spring!
(Dear god, what has happened to me!? It was only a year ago that "splurge" referred to something at a salon ... or Banana Republic.)
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That's how many ounces of frozen milk I threw away tonight. Miss M won't drink it, and after tasting it myself, I don't blame her. Apparently, my milk has high levels of lipase, which causes it to turn rancid quickly. Unfortunately, I didn't figure this out until my freezer was full. And even then, I held onto it thinking maybe, just maybe it could be saved. I tried mixing it with cereal tonight, and as soon as the spoon touched her lips, she wrinkled her face up like I was trying to feed her bananas again.
What a bummer.
What a bummer.
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