Snotty Noses, Fevers and Build A Bear

Ok so both Wayne and I work with sick people so it should not be a surprise that we get sick. That used to be fine, we always had some sort of cold or virus, but eventually after a few years we built up such a tolerance it was rare for one of us to get really sick. But now we have a new little lady, who runs to us as soon as we get home from work. We try to be very careful and wash and change before we have contact, but that used to be easier than it is now. She is waiting at the door for us now and follows us through the house screaming "hold me". We are both guilty of the occasional hug while still in scrubs. And sometime last week that bit us in the tush. Millie got sick. I blame us both and as always, Wayne blames himself. Either way Sunday Millie woke up with a 103 temp and nasty nose. She was rather pitiful. I also woke up feeling crummy. The Cardwells layed low all day Sunday. Millie and I napped frequently and drank plenty of liquids between cough syrup doses. However, by Monday Millie woke up feeling at least 80% better. I still felt yucky but I was so relieved she felt better, I was ready to celebrate. So we decided to do our original plans. We headed to Nashville. We ate at the aquarium restaurant. Millie loved the "FISH"! She felt it necessary to yell "FISH" at the top of her lungs every 4 minutes or so. It was actually kinda cute and embarrassing . Then we went to build a bear ( I had a coupon). Our family then grew to include DOGGY BRUSH, yes she named her DOGGY BRUSH, and everytime Wayne accidentally calls her Baby Brush Millie corrects him. She picked the dog, the clothes and the shoes. She really had a great time. Mommy enjoyed the 20.00 off. All in all we had a great day. As of today we are all feeling much better and continue to improve all the time.

See Ya Soon,

Holly

But That Is Not The Way I Do It.....

I should first start by saying Wayne and I have been extremely lucky that our employers have worked with us enough that one of us has been home with Millie since birth. I am grateful we have not had to rely on daycare like many have to. I know this is a huge blessing. I know that it is a wonderful opportunity for Millie to bond with her Daddy every Thurs. and Friday. I know that Wayne is wonderful about having the house picked up and the dishes washed before I get home. I also know that my daughter is safe, fed and loved while she is with her Daddy. BUT That is not the way I would do it...... Like tonight for example, I came home and Wayne just stated that Millie only got a half hour nap today. Mind you he was not complaining, he was just stating, but I immediately attacked him about the importance of an hour long nap, and I lectured him on the proper way to put her down. Why? I can't honestly say, I mean there has been more than one day when she wouldn't nap for me, but that was ok. But I was biting his head off for the same problem. I continued to nitpick at him til bedtime and it is only now when I sit here reflecting that I realize what a double standard this is. I think it is less about the nap and more about my guilt for leaving her. It is more about my need to be involved with every aspect of her life. It is about my controlling tendency. It is me being stupid. So now I am forced to sit here and try and think of ways to apologize to my husband. Wish me luck, I am a work in progress.

See Ya Soon,

Holly

Gulf Shores Day 1

As I right this I am sitting in our condo in Gulf Shores. Millie is asleep in her room and all I have to say is I have one amazing kid. I was so nervous about the journey and how she would adapt to not being at home. I kept obsessing over 2 facts, #1 she has never been in a car more than 2 hrs straight, and #2 she has never slept away from home or out of her crib. Well the answer to #1, she rocks at travel. She was in the car for more than 10 hrs with 3 small breaks. She only fussed one time for about 15 minutes. I am so impressed. If I was strapped in sitting straight up and unable to readjust, I would be a disaster. She took everything in stride. The answer to #2, she feel asleep in less than 10 minutes and is still like a rock over 2 hrs later. Also I had a minor concern about whether or not she would like the beach. Well let me tell you we are raising a fish. She loves it, the concern now is to keep her from running into the ocean. I am really looking forward to tomorrow. We are going to spend most of the day at the beach, and have a nice dinner. That is our only plans! I like those sort of days. Moral of the story, I underestimate my kid, and I worry too much! I will try to be better, wish me luck!

See Ya Soon,

Holly