I went back to work about three weeks ago now and I can honestly say that we have all transitioned well! I like my job, so going back wasn't really that hard for me. I do miss my kids though, don't get me wrong. I am just not sure I am cut out for the stay at home mom thing. Emily was happy to get back into her normal routine of seeing her grandparents and cousins during the week and Madeline is doing well. She is very attached to me; has been since day 1 but she is getting better. We snuggle as soon as we get home!
I am also working 4 day weeks now, which makes things a lot easier. I have more energy and can stay on top of the cleaning and laundry. Have a three day weekend every week is awesome!! I am blessed that my job is so flexible.
Madeline had her 2 month appointment a couple weeks ago. She was 9 lbs. 15 oz.! She is growing at a slightly higher rate than Emily. Her 0-3 month clothes are getting smaller by the day! A couple nights ago I pulled out the 3-6 month stuff for washing. I remember Emily wearing these outfits when she was closer to 6 months old!! She is starting to get a little personality. She coos and giggles when I talk to her and she is super active; always kicking those little legs.
Emily has entered the independent stage even more now. She has to do everything herself and if she doesn't, well....get ready for a meltdown with screaming and tears. I am trying to work on getting rid of the dreaded pacifier. She is attached to that thing like super glue. I only let her have it at naps and bedtime but she is more than halfway to THREE. It has got to go. Some days I just want to chuck them in the garbage and be done with it but I am not sure I can deal with the wrath.
Emily enjoys watching Veggie Tales and Thomas the Train. The other day we took a walk down to the village to watch the trains (real ones). We made it just in time to see one. As soon as it rushed by, her eyes were wide as can be and she didn't say a word! She loved it! I imagine this summer we will be visiting those tracks a lot.
