It's been so long since I have last written a post. And like many things the longer time passes, it gets harder to get back into it. But then I remembered why I started in the first place, because I wanted my kids to read about their childhood and to keep my friends and family connected. So, I'm back, for now.
In all honesty, I thought having a baby would be easy. I've done it once, EV is older and mature for her age, and I have a lot of help. But the most challenging parts have been the most unexpected. Emmett had health issues--in hindsight none of them were major but it was draining emotionally and mentally, nonetheless. Thankfully his health issues have resolved and he's doing really well. Second, EV has been really jealous and has struggled a lot with going from being an only child for four years to sharing us with the baby. She's digressed and acts really whiny and wants everything done for her. My spunky, independent, always smiling little girl has been replaced by a whiny, moody, clingy little girl. Throughout the day I never know how she will react. Maybe this is just a glimpse of what the teenage years will be like. Last, going back to work has been challenging. My brain does not seem to function the way it used to. I'm forgetful and I feel like I'm always two steps behind.
The last 6 months has been about trial and error, transitions, and finding balance. Not only do we have a new baby, but EV started preschool at a new school and goes 5 days a week, I'm back at work busier than ever and even getting ready to start traveling again. We have our bad days and our good days, but I in the midst of it all I have been feeling grateful and blessed.
I love watching EV and Emmett getting to know each other. I love discovering new personality traits in EV that I never knew about that Emmett brings out in her (good and bad). I love seeing Emmett's face light up when he sees his big sister. And everyday I look forward to seeing the new things EV and Emmett will learn.
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