My So Called Life

Thanks to my friend Tina I am in love with online shopping at http://www.alice.com/. Yes I still shop at walmart but if I don't have time or just need a few things I will order online for free shipping. If you have more than one child then you know that taking two children under the age of 3 into walmart is not fun alone this time of year. I am also still breastfeeding so timing is everything when it comes to being out in public. So tomorrow my laundry detergent, tooth paste, straws for Logan and a few other things will be delivered to my door step. I love that they match up coupons with your items and that you can shop the best deals or brand name. I think the site is very user friendly. I love that they ship UPS with a tracking number.

Thanks,
Christina

I just haven't had time to write but I have been reading your blogs promise. Things at work have been super busy and stressful. My evenings have been filled with preparation for Christmas and the next day. Lucas is still getting up 2-3 times a night so I am very exhausted by the end of the week. This morning I looked in the laundry room and thought how did that happen. I spent Sunday doing 12 loads of laundry and there is another 4 waiting for now. We have many Christmas gatherings planned and I hope the boys do well. Probably wont have time to write until after the holidays.

Wishing you and your Family a very Merry Christmas!

To say that life has been hectic is an understatement. I am not sure if it is the return to work that has caused mass craziness or that it is just the holidays. The shopping, cooking, running errands, decorating and so on...... I just feel like I can't catch my breath lately. I leave the house before 7 AM and do not get home until around 6 pm. After I get home there is a list of things that has to be done before the boys baths and bedtime. I am so fortunate to have a husband that helps with the children. I really don't know how I would do it without him. Since I am breastfeeding it adds some much more to my evening to do list. It takes about an hour to freeze milk, wash parts, sterilize everything and get things together for the next day. I have been feeling guilty about not cooking dinner every night. Yes I know as long as my family eats it is not the end of the world. The laundry has doubled for the winter months because my husband dresses in layers for the cold weather. I have been doing about 12 loads a week of laundry now this does include towels, sheets and clothing. My house is ummmmm neglected until the weekend most of the time. If you know me that is so not like me but spending time as a family is more important than mopping.

I have to admit that things are smoother getting the boys ready in the morning now. We have a routine and it works for us. I have only been late to work once in 5 weeks! I never want my boys to feel as though mommy doesn't have time for them. I make it a point to sit down with Logan and read to him at night. If this means that the dishes don't get done until morning I am ok with it. Lucas has been getting up 2-3 times a night. I am exhausted by the end of the week. I never imagined that I could function off of 4 hours of sleep a night. I wouldn't be telling the truth if I told you that I didn't need my sleep.

Today I am cleaning up the mess that was created this week and baking for our office Christmas party. Logan went to work with daddy and Lucas has been napping this afternoon. I probably should be folding laundry but we all deserve a little blog time every now and then.

Jason and I have talked a lot about if this will be our last baby. Yes I know we don't need to decide right now but it is something we do need to plan for one way or another. I know that when I was pregnant with Lucas I just could not tie my tubes. I just had this feeling that it was not the right time or place in my life. I have all these unanswered questions as to why or why not running around in my head. How does one really know when it is time to close that door? I keep praying about it and looking for direction. There are days were two kids are more than I can handle but then there are days I just can't wait to be pregnant again. I feel truly blessed to have two healthy boys. I just can't get the what ifs out of my head. I have always dreamed of a mother daughter relationship. I just want to know if it will ever feel right to close that chapter. I have totes of maternity clothes that I can not seem to part with yet. I have a tote of 0-3 month baby clothes that I need to take the resale shop but just can't bring myself to get rid of the memories. Both boys have worn these clothes as infants and they have special meaning to me. Why is it so hard for me to see them grow??



Any advise or words or wisdom? I could really use some right now.

I have started posting deals on my blog. I do not want it to become only a site for deals but if I feel you will benefit from the post then I will blog about it. I plan to finish a couple blogs that I have started maybe this weekend but no promises.

So let me know how you like the new post!

Thanks,
Christina

Play Dough

What kid doesn’t like play dough? Give them a batch with a knife, rolling pin, and a few cut outs, and they love it! Try your hand at making your own. It is safe for your family and easy! Make your own play dough with a few basic ingredients that you probably already have on hand: salt, flour, oil, cream of tarter and various food colorings. For this easy recipe, visit here. Make all different colors and store in little baby food jars to keep it fresh and soft. Or try yummy edible play dough made out of almond butter.

Thanks,
Christina

I just order 2 games for $6.20 for Logan! If you know a child with a leapster then this is a great deal. I know the ages are older but he likes Dora and Batman.


Batman and Dora Leapster Games Free
.LeapFrog has a couple of their Leapster Games: Dora the Explorer Wildlife Rescue for $5 and Batman for $5. Then use the coupon code: leapstr5 to receive these items for free.Shipping is $5.95. These normally sell for $29.99- $24.99 each.

Thanks,
Christina

I am one of those mom's that enjoy nursing my baby. It was the best experience the first time around and even better the second. Although there is a down side to going back to work because I am having to pump 2-3 times a day. I do not enjoy pumping nor is it anything like nursing your baby. I nursed Logan until he was 6 months old and my milk supply could not keep up. I cried when I stopped nursing him because I knew I would miss it. I am not sure if it was losing that special time or if it was not being able to provided for him anymore but it was not a easy time for me.

I am proud of myself for making it through week number 4 back at work and still pumping. I think it is a huge accomplishment for me and I am not ashamed to say it is hard work. I can't explain the feeling I get when I am able to provide for my baby. It is so rewarding as a mother for me to be able to have this special time with my baby. I do not mind waking up in the middle of the night to get one on one time with him. I love the look on his face when he is done nursing. Some people ask me why I don't stop because I came back to work. I feel just because I am at work doesn't mean I am not a mother of a 12 weeks old baby. He still needs me to produce his milk and provide for him.


So yes it is worth the time, washing pump part every night, sterilizing, freezing milk and no time for me. Every extra minute that it takes is so worth it to me!



To be continued.......