I had a rough night last night because during my sixth wakeup for the night – which was at 3am – my spine just decided it didn’t want me to lie down anymore so no matter which way I turned, I just couldn’t get my body to let me sleep. So, when David woke up this morning, Jake must have told him that Mommy needed some more sleep cause when I finally got up, I saw him sitting in the living room, on the beanbag, with covers and quietly reading a book.



On the other hand, David’s been considerably more difficult lately. Not like he’s terrible or anything; he’s still the sweetest boy. But he shows signs of complaining and pushing back more often. I don’t know if that’s really just natural part of growing up or something is up but I am hoping it will pass. Honestly, on the little sleep any little thing gets on my nerves so it could also be mostly me, who knows?



I had quite a lot of contractions today. I really can’t imagine getting a lot bigger but I know I will. Oh well, as long as the little one is happy and healthy.

Happy Pi Day!



My beautiful sister-in-law threw me a baby shower today. It was a wonderful, relaxed one and good friends came. We didn’t have a lot of people but it was really nice to have one nonetheless. I am reall thankful that they came all this way just for us and played with David so much too. She bought some yummmy food and did some traditions from each family member.



Here’s my brother in law, Danny, and David.

Here’s a tradition my other sister in law, Andee, does: we gave candles to everyone so they could light them when I am in labor.

One from Lelia herself: she bought stickers and got the guests to pick the ones they liked and write some words on a picture frame so when the baby comes we can put the photo in it with everyone’s sentiments around it.

And finally one from my sister: a sheet torn by everyone and then candy wrapped in it.

And that’s it. I hope your day was as nice as mine.

I love this smile. I spent some time with David at school this morning. I love watching him work his way through the class, seeing the activities he chooses, the way he interacts with the kids. It’s nice to get to see how he’s with his peers as opposed to us.



Started on the tag last night. Finally picked the theme and the technique but I am not finished yet. Not sure if I love it, but the point is to experiment and I certainly have been experimenting.



One week left to my Big Picture Scrapbooking course, Telling Stories Deeply. I am really excited and nervous. You can get more detail here and of course you can ask me questions as much as you need. I hope to see you in my class!

Today’s the Purim celebration at David’s school so all the kids and the teachers were dressed up in costume. Being the great mom that I am, I completely forgot. So I was really thankful when the teachers put together this quickie for David. He even had a crown and all. But he said he’s not “king David” he’s a prince.



I’ve also been meaning to write this little story that happened between us last week. It was one of those nights Jake was working late so I had put David to bed and he was being whiny and I was almost at the end of my patience and took a deep breath to make sure I wouldn’t blow up at him and changed course. So I slowed down and said “I’m so happy you’re my son, David. I love you. Thank you for being my son.” There were a few moments of quiet and then he said “You’re welcome.” and then he said “I’m so happy you’re my Mommy.” It made me feel so much better and it made me realize the importance of taking a breath and stepping back every now and then.



On another note, today’s my best friend Levent’s birthday! Happy Birthday my wonderful friend, I love you!!

Daddy’s back and it has brought much rejoicing into our household. It’s wonderful to have our wholefamily together. David was so happy, he kept giving him hugs all day long.



I had planned to take the whole day off and just relax and be with Jake and David and not worry about getting things done and it’s been a lovely day so far. Despite the strong heartburn, I feel calmer and more positive than yesterday.



The household is quiet as everyone takes a nap and relaxes on this Sunny Sunday. I finished the latest Grisham novel I was reading and honestly it was so bad that by the end of it I was mad at him for taking my time and wasting it like that. Who wants a “whoddunnit” novel that doesn’t actually tell you who did it. What a waste of hours I won’t ever get back.



Off to read another book and take a short nap myself. Hope you’re having a happy weekend.

Another school shot. I like these cause I know I will want records of what school and class was like years from now.



Finally relaxing a bit. The end of the week is always easier than the beginning at work and allows me to rest more which is great. Still got one more thing due and then I can focus on doing some creative therapy art this weekend. I also plan to rest as much as possbile. I have to clean up my table first though since it’s messiest it’s been in months.



Happy Friday!!