(Oh, and our swing motor came in!)
I even went so far to post on Facebook that we were having the 'best weekend ever' which is a pretty bold statement. It was just so nice to be together and I couldn't remember a time I had been happier!
As I type this I know in my heart that the events that took place this week are not that bad. I know that. But in the moment they seem huge and I'd like Miles to read this one day and remember how much his mother really does love him! Haha.
I got confirmation last week that they were able to find a place for Miles in my BSF Bible study nursery. I was elated and planned our schedule very carefully so Miles wouldn't be hungry or cranky during the two hours I would be there Tuesday morning. We ate at 8:00 which put him not due to eat again until around 11:00, right when I'd be finished. The only thing they would need to do is put him down for a nap at 10:00. Oh right, a nap. He usually loves going down for those...geez. As I sat in the worship center surrounded by probably 200 women I watched the nursery coordinator slowly make her way to the front of the room. I watched the speaker carefully pronounce my name..."L-O-R-A S-M-I-T-H you're needed in the nursery." What?! So I thought I would wait a few seconds so heads weren't turning to see who this unlucky mother was. "Lora Smith, ARE YOU IN HERE??" Yep. Right here, slinking out the back. Needless to say, Miles was asleep before we got to the car. There's always next week. I'll make next week feeding time, that should be easier. Right?!
(This was when we got home, he was really sorry!)
That night I decided I would go to the gym to get away and work off some much needed emotions and baby weight. I prepared a bottle and gave Bryan the 'good luck' pat and away I went. One hour later and feeling emotionally and physically lighter I walked in to a crying mess. Miles has now decided he won't take a bottle. From Bryan, from me, from anyone. Great. We've tried several more times to no avail. Challenge for next week extended.
Now this couldn't be my loving, sweet, innocent baby from the past weekend right? I am sure you, as was I, are thinking 'something must be causing these tantrums'? Insert finger to bottom gums and get your proof. In addition to producing enough drool to fill a bathtub, Miles has been placing just about anything in his mouth that comes within 2 inches of him (except a bottle, see above). I am not sure if this warrants such dramatic theatrics, but I am sure it doesn't help.
So, the week has continued to provide challenges: an early return from visiting with friends, a few more feedings at night, and a tantrum that just might have scared our nanny away for good. But, he continues to laugh and smile and hold my heart more each day. We have had mostly great moments peppered with these few incidents. We have a few things to work on this week, and I will let you know our progress! Love you all! xoxo
"Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus." 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
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