The Ellie Update:
She moved into a big girl bed. It was horrible at first, but now things are going fine. I say fine because she's never been a great sleeper. Sometimes she wakes up wanting milk, or water, or a back rub, or just to be cuddled and know that we're there. I don't know where she gets off being so high maintenance! In other Ellie news, she started preschool two days a week for a total of 6 hours. I was anticipating this to be a rough transition, but so far everything has gone pretty smoothly. If anything, I am the one who has a harder time. I constantly worry if she's okay when I'm not there. What if there's a kid who's mean to her or tries to hit her? What if she's hungry, thirsty, or needs to be changed? Does she think I've abandoned her? But every time I come back I'm greeted with the sweetest smile. I know it's a good break for both of us.
Pregnancy Update:
I am 31 weeks along now and exactly 2 months away from my due date. Overall, I feel great. I have a few minor complaints, but I won't bore anyone with the details (except for maybe my husband and mom who never hear the end of my complaining). I'm excited to meet the new little person who's coming into our lives. I wonder what he looks like, what his personality is going to be, how Ellie is going to react to him, etc. I also get really nervous about being the mother of two. The whole newborn phase seems kind of far removed from my life (even if it really wasn't that long ago). I remember it involves a lot of dirty diapers, a lot of crying, fuzzy headed sleep deprivation, endless hours spent feeding, soothing, rocking, etc. And I'm supposed to do all this with a toddler who's still in diapers? That sounds kind of hard, right? But nothing beats that sweet newborn smell, the perfect little fingers and toes, and the whole innocence of such a new, tiny person. It's the best part.
That's all my thoughts for now. Of course I have a few pictures of some fun and happy times over the last month. So long summer! We had a good run, but it is always so nice to greet September.
The new bed
Roasting marshmallow during a last family getaway to Angel's Camp.
Who doesn't love a good mud bath every once in a while?
Ellie and Cameron over Labor Day Weekend in Rio Vista.
Celebrating Knute's 32nd Birthday. Yes, I said 32.
There is nothing like wearing an orange dress with big, pink polka dots on the first day of school.
