Well, it's been awhile since I've done a TT post, wow! I have SO so much to be thankful for too.
The last three weeks have been a blur of craziness and cuteness.
I knew that having another baby, especially since it bumped us up to 5 children, would take some adjusting. What I didn't see coming though, was where the adjustments would be needed. In me. Everyone else in the family is adjusting so well to the new baby. The girls love her, and Daniel has been so calm, patient and helpful. I couldn't be happier with all of that, or with Sadie. I seriously can't get enough of her sweetness :)
However. The anxiety I was feeling during my pregnancy has stayed with me a bit. I am having a hard time letting go of some things that used to be in my control, but aren't now. Or maybe they never were, and I was just blissfully ignorant?
Either way...I am rapidly learning that I need to slow down. As I've said before, I'm not a naturally organized person, and when I try to do too much or to rush things, I tend to make a mess, lol.
I have had more than one mini meltdown because I was late for something (getting a newborn out of the house can take a long time!), or because it takes much longer to get things done...especially when we are in town.
Slowly, and with help from God, Daniel, and some awesome friends, I am learning how to prioritize and be productive without feeling like I'm failing.
That means that some days, productive is feeding the kids and nursing the baby. Some days it's a trip to town, but only making two stops. It's definitely all new and challenging, but I do love a good challenge :)
1. So, the number one thing I'm thankful for lately is the incredible support we have received from family and friends. Between my mother in law cooking and cleaning for a week, to food from neighbors, to friends who have watched the older girls, I am humbled and SO thankful for you all.
2. I'm thankful for Daniel, or as I like to call him, Super daddy. Not only has he been taking on a huge chunk of parenting the older girls lately, but he has done everything in his power to make sure I've been comfortable and adjusting well...right from the start of my pregnancy! He deserves a huge kiss right on the lips:)
3. I'm thankful that three weeks ago, Sadie came into this world happy and healthy and after a fairly uneventful labor. Meeting her was one of the best moments of my life! It's crazy and wonderful how a mom's heart is never ever too full to feel that joy when she meets her newest baby. It was awesome.
4. I'm thankful that she's been a very content baby. I've enjoyed every quiet, snuggly moment :)
5. I'm thankful for worship music. Nothing makes me feel closer to God than a few good worship songs...and nothing has kept me more centered and calm through my anxiety than singing those songs. "My soul will rest in your embrace". Yes it does. :)
6. I'm thankful for our four " big sisters" and just how doting they have been!
7. I'm thankful for the warm weather, and that we have been able to get out and enjoy it so much! I wish it could stay summer forever!
8. I'm thankful for sleep. Even if I'm not getting as much of it as before, every hour of sleep o get is wonderful :)
Speaking of sleep, I'm going to end my novel there :)
I hope it makes sense at least a little bit! Lol.
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