I don't know very many nursery rhymes and the ones I do know I can usually only recite the first verse. The radio is on 24/7 at our house tuned into Q107 because it's the only station that comes in on the main floor and also because I'm a bit of a redneck. I've been singing to Eilish usually putting her name in many classic rock songs. For instance:
- Eilish and the Jets
- Purple Eilish (scuse me while I kiss this girl!)
- Cinnamon Eilish
- Stairway to Eilish
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Yesterday for the first time (but definitely not the last) at Paul & Diana's housewarming Eilish got the better of me. Regular readers of this blog have been lead to believe that all she does is cry and fuss and keep me sleep deprived. Well, she was a perfect angel yesterday from the time we left Eighth street to when we returned. In fact for the past 2 nights she has slept for more than 6 hours straight. I have to actually wake her up to feed her and then she sleeps for another 3 hours. Must be the Lane in her.
I've also written how being a mother is the hardest thing I've ever done. This is still true but I worry that I haven't adequately written or talked about how Eilish is the best thing I've ever done. When I tell family members not to rush into having children or say things like if she wasn't so cute I'd throw myself off the roof, I'm half kidding. Yes I second guess myself, yes I have judged other Mommy's and worry how I compare, but every time she looks in my eyes, or holds my finger when I'm feeding her it becomes crystal clear that Eilish is the best thing that has ever happened to Owen and I.
Then again, it might be the 6 hours sleep talking.
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We would like to say not because we are Jennifers parents,but because we have been part of Eilishes first month of life that Jennifer has turned over a new chapter in her life, one that has completely enriched her life that is somethimes overwhelming to not only her but to all first time mothers.Her baby not only enriched her but also Owen. Being out to her home and watching them with the baby has given Judes and I a chance to watch the baby turn Jennifers life upside down, because she is always in control of her life, now 9lbs of LITTLE DOLLIE is getting the best of her not to say that grangpa hasnt taken a few shots that doesnt go over to well but I enjoy it any way.
Dude, that is one hell of a post!
I'm proud of you for admitting the things you expected were not that way for you, and that you are so open with what is going on in your new life as a mommy. It's so much easier to talk about the bad stuff...it's funnier. Fill us in on both, and you've got the perfect combination!
I love how you love her!!!! I want to see her daily and watch her grow. Your own little dollie!!!
Love to all
Aunt Joan
Jennifer
I always knew you'd be a great mother! Everyone goes through times when they wonder if they're doing things right but it all works out in the end and you're a natural like all the Lane moms.
Wish I could be nearer to hold Eilish in my arms but I have to wait over 3 months yet so I have to be patient. Can't wait to see her. Love Aunt Lib
Dude - I am not a mom - I'm an aunt and sometimes I get the two confused - so I can only imagine what it is to be the "hardest" thing that you have ever done. But I don't need to imagine that it is the best thing. You can see it in your eyes. Baby Eilish is the most precious gift and you are doing a great - no - fantastic job with her.
This is an exciting time for you. Think about what you are teaching her, and more importantly, what she is teaching you.
I am so glad that she has slept well for you - it makes things a little easier that way. You let me know when you need the "Baby Whisperer" to come back!
You Rock, Mama!
P~
I found a lullaby..."Lullaby" by the Dixie Chicks...the lyrics are beautiful and it is easy to sing!
http://www.cowboylyrics.com/lyrics/dixie-chicks/lullaby-17153.html
Kisses!
...and to think that you're only at the beginning of the biggest life altering experience of your life. There will always people judging you and you will always judge other people...now that you have Eilish there will always be some form of guilt in your life(trust me on this one!) but, nothing can take away the feeling you get when looking into her eyes or watching her become her own little person. Its the toughest job you'll ever have but by far the most rewarding. You are doing the best you can do, thats all she needs you to do. Love you
Lori
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