Adjusting

Today is the 2 week anniversary of my last day.  The first 8 days were either at the hospital or at appointments, so really it hasn't even been a week in our new routine.  So far, I think Matthew and I have adjusted well.  Matthew hasn't been able to go to daycare since early September, so the only change for us is now I don't have to balance him and work.  I just have to care for him and that has made life easier, as we hoped!

Jax and Mattie at our snack picnic

The one major change is that Jackson is home on Tuesdays/Thursdays.  Jackson loves this, as he's not a huge fan of school but it's a bit of a shock for Mattie and I.  We are used to our daily routine (feed, pump, nap, etc) and we just haven't acclimated to having another being to play with/care for.  I also struggle with wanting to have fun when Jackson is home but not wanting it to be too much fun (and making him dread school even further).  Yesterday we went to the park in the morning for a snack picnic and we went to the library in the afternoon.  Jackson and Matthew were both in a great mood, and I have to admit, it was fun!  

At the park, Jackson helped me sing the A-B-C song for Matthew. It is Mattie's favorite!

A big thank you to my friends and neighbors who have helped me with this latest life transition.  Thank you Kirsten, Cindy and Liz!

Tomorrow is the cardiology specialist appointment.  We are nervous, but pray fervently for good news.  Thank you for the continued prayers for our sweet baby Matthew!!