Are you guys enjoying these {our life} posts at all? I have been inspired to capture more of our daily life without going to special places or doing super exciting things. It’s just us doing what we do on a daily basis.
I kind of sort of realized that I am also capturing our last summer with just Emma. In a little over 10 weeks, she’ll be a big sister & with that comes having to share momma and daddy. I’m not sure how she’ll feel about it … heck, I’m not sure how *I* will feel about it!
In all honesty, I’m scared. She’s my life right now. I quit my job to raise her. I went to college for four years, worked hard to get a degree in marketing w/ an emphasis in statistics, went on to fall in love with accounting, and then left all of that behind to stay at home with her. We do without so many of the extravagances that used to be normal so that I can stay home with her. My daily decisions revolve around what kind of mood she’s in or what she wants to do that day. Emma knows this … she knows that when she asks for a snack, I can pretty much get up and get it immediately. She knows that if she asks me to come help her with something, I’ll come.
And as much as I am really really excited about having a new baby girl in our lives, I’m just worried how she will fit into this life we’ve had for 3 years. I know. She will. She’ll fit perfectly the moment she comes into this world.
But I can’t help but wonder how that will affect Emma. And how it will affect me. And how it will affect our dynamics.
So these last weeks are precious to me. And I’m going to do my best to fill it with as much life and love as I can.
Anyway, Ken is still teaching two nights a week, so those days are hard on Emma since she only gets to see him in the morning before he leaves. Sometimes, if I can get it all together, I make supper and we go eat with him.
And sometimes, when certain people tell me it’s National Ice Cream Day, we get ice cream orange sherbet afterwards.
After all, it’s our civic duty to celebrate holidays.
Am I right?
And in a little less than 10 weeks, we’ll have someone else tagging along, which is just about the coolest and scariest thing ever.
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I love these posts, Keli. It’s nice to get a glimpse into your life & it’s so important you document your days before new baby girl comes.
It will be different. I tell everyone going from 1-2 kids that it’ll be all about survival. Emma won’t get your undivided attention, nor will her new sister. But at the end of the day everyone will most likely be happy, fed, and well nurtured.
Don’t expect too much from yourself. You’re only one woman keeping two people alive now.
Vanessa´s last [type] ..a morning moment
Hello Keli. I’m outing myself as a stalker of your blog, stalker in a good way. I found your site through I Heart Faces, I’m pretty sure, and I was immediately drawn in by your beautiful photos and honest, real life writing. I really enjoy reading your posts, especially the everyday moments that are common to so many of us. I also earned a four-year degree (in accounting), worked for a CPA firm and now stay at home with my beautiful daughter. Just wanted to let you know that I really enjoy what you do here on this blog.
Hey girlie….I’m coming to your area in mid-August….think I can stop by and say hi? I will probably only have Andrew with me.
You will be surprised how well she fits in, and how much of a little helper Emma will be. Honestly, we did not have jealousy issues until recently when Reese is very much mobile and garners a lot more attention than just sleeping and eating. Emma will surprise you, I know it. It will come together and you will be amazed to see how much your heart expands to bring in the next babe. :-)
I love your everyday posts Keli! I think these are the types of posts that you and your family will really enjoy looking back on someday..it’s important! I remember feeling so guilty at times about having a second..knowing that the special time with my first would be over. He was jealous sometimes..and it was hard at first, but it’s surprising how quickly and nicely everyone adapts. Now I think how sad it would be if my kiddos didn’t have each other…they are so close. 10 weeks…how exciting!
teresa´s last [type] ..My macro weekend
Awww…I know how you feel! I worked as an RN for 8 yrs, then got my Masters in Nursing and became a nurse practitioner. But when baby came along, I left it all behind & haven’t looked back. As for having the second…I won’t lie, it will be hard at first. My oldest was exactly 2 yrs old when my baby was born…so I was feeding baby with one hand and helping my oldest to the potty with the other hand…at the SAME time! ugh! It was rough, but your daughter is a little older so she will probably be able to help you get things for the baby, etc. Now my boys are almost 3 1/2 and 1 1/2 and those days are a distant memory. It just keeps getting better and better!!
I love the everyday: noticing it, taking it in, and appreciating its rare beauty. I know since I started having my camera attached to my face, I notice those things more — I like those things that are exciting and extravagant and new of course, but yeah … just seeing what’s around you every day. I love it.
Good luck & best wishes on the new baby girl!!
<3
kirsten @ lattes & rainy days´s last [type] ..a very awkward exchange indeed
I felt the same way :) But now seeing Jaina and Jayce love each other with such closeness, I realize it was really okay :)
Jess´s last [type] ..Golf is better at the beach
Since you asked, just wanted to let you know that I do enjoy your {our life} posts. I absolutely love anything you post with your pictures.
And your daughter (and you) will adjust to the new baby…eventually. :)
I love your ordinary day posts. Aren’t ordinary days the best kind?
The new baby will make life that much more exciting and wonderful. I just know it.
life with kaishon´s last [type] ..Beautiful You
I normally don’t post comments on the blogs but had to comment on this post. I found your work through Flickr. And I love your blog, especially these daily posts. I always look forward to it.
I am also an accountant and left the job that I loved after our second baby was born. And I am loving it. It was hard at first not being able to spend more time with my first born, but now I am so glad they have each other. Best wishes and thank you for sharing part of your life with us.
How fun! I love reading about other peoples daily lives and happenings. I’m so glad to hear you are enjoying your last weeks as a threesome together. Don’t worry…it all works out. Sending hugs your way. xoxo, Kristi
Kristi´s last [type] ..next weeks photography promt
You said “And I’m going to do my best to fill it with as much life and love as I can.” Keli, you do this whether you realize it or not. Whether it’s intentional or it just happens like breathing.
And when tiny baby girl makes her arrival? More life. More love. Guaranteed.
Emma will adjust better than you will – within weeks she won’t even remember her life without her sweet little sister. Again – this I guarantee.
Beth at Folding Laundry´s last [type] ..Just in case
So nice to get a glimpse into your ordinary life. I really loved this post.
I bet you’ll be a wonderful family with a 6th member (including the dogs) tagging along.
I just know it. Don’t be scared. Everything will fall into place.
I love these posts. And I have NO DOUBT when your newest family member arrives your hearts will expand to fit her in there. The amount of love in your life will not just double. See, love is not a set thing, to where when you add more people to love it drops the percentage of love you can pass around. It grows to fit everyone in it.
You will be amazing. I promise.