New baby shift

Monday, October 5, 2009

Strange how having a new baby shifts your whole perspective.

I took a shower today. Before I had kids, this was a given. There was nothing noteworthy in this. But, with a new baby, this takes on a whole new meaning. Today was a huge success, topped off with a shower.

There is a load of laundry in the washer, the dishes are in the dishwasher, the baby is clean, I have assembled his toys, and I got a shower. And I am here alone. No husband. No parents. No sitter. I did all of this while caring for the new baby by myself. I did all of this before noon. After I got out of the shower, I did a victory dance. It was wonderful. And it was all thanks to this:

Yep, that's what it looks like; a morning nap. I'm thrilled. This baby has fought the good fight for the last few days against sleeping during the day, but he finally caved. He is sleeping. Woo! Is there nothing more wonderful than a sleeping baby and a chilled bottle of wine?

If I get out the vacuum, do I ruin it all?

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