Thoughts

So many things are going on right now...

Randy went to work for a full day today, which meant I was left to my own devices with the kids. A top priority was that Annelise could get two good naps in her bed. She did, which was great... although Danny got a little bit bored playing games and reading with mommy. We did get to go to the local library for story time. Our library is small, but has a lot of story times for newborns up through pre-schoolers. Danny was intrigued by the other kids (all very used to the story-time routine) and Annelise just laughed and laughed while the kids sang and danced.

Annelise has been regularly sleeping through the night (Yea!), so now it is time to get her to put herself to sleep. I know some of my friends would never let their children cry it out, but it worked so well for Danny at this age. Once again (like with Danny), Randy has the technique to get Annelise to sleep starting from a fully awake little girl. I just don't have the right bounce, I guess (but I do have the breasts...the source of all comfort!). This last Saturday (August 12th), Annelise started rolling from her stomach to her back. Now she is sleeping on her stomach. I feel relief that at least she can roll both ways, so SIDS isn't as much of a risk. She is also lifting her butt in the air and trying to scoot her knees. If she doesn't get frustrated, she can move herself around on her elbows and knees by scooting. Usually she just collapses and cries! She got sick for the first time on Sunday morning. She threw up all over the place, but had no fever. I had a little bug on Thursday and Friday, so I'm pretty sure it was passed to her.

Danny has been lots of fun. With Randy gone to work, I can see how great pre-school will be for us. Frankly, Danny just gets bored. Even with an outing this morning and an outing late in the afternoon, he was seeming a little lost. He definitely misses all his playbuddies in California (letters are on their way!). Today he said he wishes they could all be here in Maryland with him. So sweet. Danny continues to say other interesting things. Last week he tried to convince me that Annelise was so cute we should sell her at a garage sale.

I'm doing well. Our place is showing signs of order. I have internet... finally! I am doing research on local playgroups and activities so that I can have some opportunities to meet people. We're making the adjustment!