Overzealous

This just in.....reality!

So, my previous post mentioned how much easier being a Mom to two is. And how I didn't expect it to be this easy - something to that effect.

I'm here to officially change my viewpoint. It's hard. Day #1 and #2 had us out in town running errands - MULTIPLE errands! And we did it all without a hitch. The two cuties just sat in the back seat and cheerily were along for the ride. The weekend hit and we lounged yet again w/Daddy.

Then Monday and Tuesday hit....aka: Reality. We haven't left the house. Well we did yesterday for a bilirubin lab and it was a nightmare. Then we came right back home to safety. But home isn't always that safe either - they still gang up on me and cry here too. But I feel more comfortable crying in my own home. I didn't so much in the hospital while we waited for the lab.

Poor Addison....she falls a lot. Doesn't watch where she's going and crashes into things a lot. Plus just plain trips over her own feet. She's at the stage where she is always pointing out an "owie". I'm at the stage where I just don't have the sympathy anymore....especially when baby brother is crying in my ear. She definitely gets the brunt of the crazy, psycho Mom. I just about lost it when she was wailing at the lab/hospital simply because I wouldn't let her play in a particular chair. All the while Jonas was wailing while his foot was getting pricked and blood was getting milked out of him. Immediately I get frustrated w/Addison since she isn't actually "in" pain....why does she pick the most inopportune times to get emotional? Sigh.

She is a sweetie though. ALWAYS so willing to help and put things away and kiss and hug on both me and Jonas and she tells me "Tanks Mom!" all the time....even when I ask her to do a favor for me or if I lose my patience with her. Talk about ultra guilt for this Mom! I honestly couldn't handle two if Addison weren't my first child - she alone makes this so much more bearable. She's always obedient and listens so well and is just a joy to be around.

Anyway, just wanted to clear up some confusion. My first two days were simply overzealous and unrealistic I think. We've regressed a bit since then. At this rate we could be holed up in the house for a good month. Maybe by the time we come out we'll be somewhat presentable and maybe just maybe I will have my hair fixed and make-up on by then. It gets easier right? I keep telling myself that.