My last week at home

This is my last week of maternity leave. I return to work on Monday, Sept 14th. I'm trying to savor every second of my time at home. My maternity leave has been completely enjoyable. You know how Oprah and all these other people are always saying to "make every day count"? Well, for the first time in my life, I can truly say that every day has counted. Every day is a great one because I get to wake up to the faces I love, Kevin and Sydney (usually, it's Sydney's face I see first!) and then I get to take care of my little lady all day. A lot of people warned me about how hard this would be and how tired I'd be, but I have to say that even though it's been hard and a little bit tiring, the joy she brings to me trumps all of it. So far here is what I love about motherhood and being home:

being needed
seeing Sydney's different facial expressions
seeing how much happiness she brings to our families
dressing her up in her cute little outfits
hearing her laugh in her sleep
showing her off everywhere I go
dreaming about what her future holds
the times when I get a GOOD burp out of her (I feel so successful in those times!)
wearing yoga pants or jeans every day
cuddle times
her noises...sneezes, snoring, squeaking, and "talking"

Things I feel I need as a new mother:
a spa day
or even just a quiet bath at home
formula coupons!
encouragement and affirmations
a better memory
a cleaning lady (or man!)

Things I don't like about being a mother:
washing bottles

That's it. I really don't like washing bottles. Each bottle has 5 pieces to it and my hands are drying out from being in hot hot water all the time.

So now, motherhood is going to change, as I will have to entrust others with caring for my girl. I'm not ready for it. I will never be ready for it, but it's a reality I have to deal with. I intend to try and make the most of the time I do have, every evening, weekend and day off.

Gotta go! Baby's crying!