Monday, July 19, 2010

Where has the time gone?

I keep wanting to post but somehow can't find the time anymore. I used to spend my nights on the computer but I have been forcing myself to go to bed before 10 so I can get up at 5am to have some quality and uninterrupted time to myself. And may I say that I am LOVIN IT!! What a difference it makes! I get to drink my coffee and listen to my ipod in peace! Sometimes I read my bible or another book and sometimes I get to watch the news. Then I take a shower and dry my hair. And then when I am ready and refreshed, I get my kids up. I feel like a new person, and even a much more competent person because I am getting things done around here. I'm even starting my workout again. And because my state of mind has improved, Bee and I are really starting to bond. She has started to put her head down on my chest which she has never done before . I am so in love with her that I literally don't want to put her to bed at night. I sit in her room rocking her for like an hour because it's the only time that she allows me to hug her. She really is a perfect baby. She's very happy, even for getting 6 teeth in all at once. She is rarely fussy. She is eating really well and loves the homemade almond milk I make for her. She has started to say dada and the screaming is down to a minimum finally. She is extremely active and when she is in her high chair eating I swear she's gonna fly away some day with how much she flaps her arms and legs. She has the funniest personality. She loves to make cheese faces and can spit across the room with ease. She really is the cutest baby. How we went from what I considered the end of the world to things being this great is a mystery to me and truly only one capable from GOD. But yet here we are, very, very happy. On the attachment front, we still have a long way to go. I have been taking Riley to church by myself so Bee can stay home with daddy because it is just tiring having to explain why people can't hold her. She doesn't want to be in the carrier and just wants to get down and crawl. The problem with that is that she will crawl to someone else and whoever that may be probably won't know not to pick her up and to direct her attention back to me. There were a few times where I have explained our reasons for not allowing others to hold her and gotten a few weird looks like we are being over protective, so I just would rather totally avoid the situation all together. The bottom line is we are her parents and know what is best for her. So for right now, the attachment process is progressing but we still have a lot of work to do.

12 comments:

Anonymous said...

I loved reading this update!! I've also had a few awkward discussions with people about why we don't want others holding P.... It's so hard to do. You are doing a great job! (p.s. I love the new pictures - especially the one with Bee in the Ergo. What a happy baby!).

Elizabeth Frick said...

Attachment is a long, hard road. We had trouble, not just with strangers and acquaintances, but with family too. Let me know if you ever need to vent :)
I'm so glad things are picking up for you guys!

IP Journey said...

Loved reading the update and so thankful things are looking up. She is such a cutie! God is answering prayers! =)

Brooke said...

Sounds like things have improved a lot! That is wonderful, so happy for you!

Jen said...

It's wonderful that things have improved so greatly for you and your family. You have definately found your groove! Great work, Kara!!!

Christy said...

Sounds like things are really improving even if there's a long road ahead. So happy to read your update. Good luck with the attachment. Church will be one of those hard situations...something to think about! Hugs and prayers!

kelly said...

Wonderful news that things are going so well. You sound so happy Kara - congratulations on finding the right balance!

Annie B said...

Kara, I'm so happy to hear that everyone seems to be getting what they need and that things are coming together! You haven't posted about Riley's behavior lately so I assume that is coming together OK too? There will probably always be a little "girls are stupid" element to that relationship...

Um, that sucks that people don't get the attachment stuff. I guess just do what you need to avoid that confrontation if that is easiest. Some people never get that every family has different needs, I guess.

JoJo said...

Wow what a difference a week (or so) makes! I'm so happy things are going well for you all. It's amazing how a little routine change can shift your whole outlook.

Kara said...

Great update! I'm glad things are going better. And your little ones are so cute!

Megan said...

LOVING those pictures! I am happy to hear that you are getting some you time and that things are moving along on the attachment road.

Tracy said...

You are her parents and do know best! Good job. Glad things are going better for you.