Learning

Parenthood is awesome. I've been hesitant to share how happy and lucky we feel because I know how beyond annoying some new parents can be.  But here's the reality... I've decided I can't care what other people think because I have to document my babies life and our growth as a family. 

So I thought I would share some things that I've learned in the last few weeks: 

* I understand why the Lord usually provides 9 months to prepare- although I wouldn't change anything about our journey. 

* Seeing Madelyn smile in the middle of the night is worth the lack of sleep. 

* I should write a book about the things I learned and didn't learn while being a nanny. 

*Cony and I have to consciously set time aside every day for us. It doesn't come as smoothly as it once did. 

*I've gone days without washing my hair. Not a pretty picture. 

* I've gone a day without brushing my teeth. Not sure how that happened. 

*Finding time for the gym is near impossible unless I wait to go late at night. Thanks Johnathan and Afton for the rides! 

*I'm reminded how much I want my sisters around when working on the nursery. I yearn for their input. 

* My first week home without any help was a lot more challenging than I imagined. And it really has nothing to do with baby. 

*One day I will hire a mommy's helper. 

*I would rather have a clean kitchen than take the time to prepare a meal. I like to blame the fact we only have 28 inches of counter space. 

*Running quick errands with a baby isn't possible. 

*Our baby is remarkable. Period. 

Where's Baby?

She has this happy face about 85% of the time.