I am finding it hard to believe that a month has passed since Edee was born. How crazy is that?! I'm always writing about how time flies. My parents and grandparents always say, life goes by in the blink of an eye. And it really does. Sometimes in the moment I might think to myself, "ugh I wish this day wasn't dragging on." But mostly, especially right now, I wish time would slow down.
The first month has been...let me call it...trying. Trying to nurse, trying to get Edee to burp, sleep, even poop. Trying to get accustomed to 2 hour intervals of sleep and trying to force my eyes to stay open during the 4 am feedings. Trying to keep up on chores and trying to spend time with Ryan. Trying not to lose my mind sitting at home watching movie after movie while trying to decipher Edee's current need. It's definitely trying times.
It might not sound like I am glad to try and learn these things but I am. Some I admit are easier than others and nothing is consistent. The end of the day is the most challenging. Usually I'm ready for bed and Edee isn't. So my patience are really pushed to the limit. But once she's asleep in my arms, I can exhale. I look at her, how sweet she is and I know it is all worth it.
I couldn't get through these times without Ryan. He tries just as much, if not more, to figure out what Edee needs and wants. He has this sense of urgency when she cries. He talks her out of screaming when she's getting a diaper change or a bath. I love seeing my husband with my daughter. Edee has a great daddy! I couldn't be more thankful to have such a great man by my side through the trying times (and the great times too).
Our little family is learning a lot about each other right now. It's an experience. Through all of it I know they are trying too and that we always have each other. I'm looking forward to another eventful month with them.
Keep loving. We are.
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