3– almost 4– months have come and gone so fast. Gus is growing like a weed and changing every day, and I’m trying to savor every little moment that I can. It has truly been a life-changing experience. I was NEVER the type girl to scoop someone’s baby or toddler into my arms or play with them on the floor. And before Gus, I had never changed a diaper. To be frank, kids got on my nerves. I didn’t even know if I wanted kids, and my husband was the same way. We were perfectly content with the idea that we would raise dogs. lol 🙂 Now to hear my husband say– and I agree– that everyone should experience having and raising a child at least once in life just brings so much joy to my heart. We look at our sweet little boy sometimes and just say to each other how ashamed we are that we dreaded this the least little bit during the 10 months we had to prepare ourselves for life with a child. Again, God’s timing is perfect in every way!
There have been a couple of days I have become overwhelmed with my new life. This is why. I am a full-time mommy to my precious little boy. I am the chef, maid, chauffeur, nanny, nurse, finance manager, banker, home organizer, personal assistant, therapist, landscape artist, conflict manager, scheduler, teacher/tutor, personal shopper, storybook reader, entertainment manager, event planner, and assistant comforter of our home. Now the hubs does fill some of these shoes too; but for the most part, these are my roles… not to mention a photo shoot here and there. And I’m not complaining at all, just admitting that I’ve had my days. Who knows. Maybe my hormones are just still wacko 🙂 I’ve been told that your hormones do not return to pre-pregnancy state until 24 months after giving birth. DANG. This statement scared Jason to death! lol.
Within these 4 months, our sweetness has discovered his hands, feet, and voice. I think it is so fascinating how amazed he is with his hands. What is it really like discovering that you have hands? Woah. lol
Char…I remember the night you rode with me & Mitch & Dale to Clemson. You were home for the wknd from ABAC and you went with us to the rodeo in Clemson. Mitch asked you what you wanted to do after college, and you said "I want to be a Mom" with the cutest smile on your face. I've always known, even when we were little that you would be the best Mother there is. You've learned from the best, right? :o) I love this memory of you b/c I always think of it everytime I see a picture or read a story about little Gus…I love you.