Well it’s been 3 and a half weeks since Addison Elizabeth came into this world, and all I can say is that I can’t believe someone this tiny can be so much work! Don’t get me wrong, I am enjoying her to the fullest, but there has been times when I said “oh my goodness what did we do” I can’t believe how trying raising an infant can be.

It’s been nine and a half years since Hannah was brought home, mind you her temperament was a little kinder than Addie’s. Addison is a little more hands on, she definitely is a mommas girl. She lets you know she doesn’t want to be put down, she won’t sleep alone, she’s hungry, wet, or dirty. I can’t even explain the rippers that come out of this child, hahaha! There is no way if me and Addison were in a crowded room, and she lets one go, everyone is going to think it was me. Seriously babies fart like that? Haha I had no idea. I think due to her flatulence ( love that word ) she is pretty uncomfortable. We have met the wrath of Addison Brett. She can cry, and for a very long time too! I think she has mild colic, that will hopefully disappear soon.

Sleep deprivation, is bad enough, without being sick yourself. I found out first hand late last week. I think I should give my hubby some credit for putting up with me. I’m sure it would be different if more of the responsibility was on him. With me nursing, I have no choice but to suck it up and give in to Addison’s every need to feed, no matter what ridiculous time of the day it is, and how sick I am. The poor little bugger caught my cold as well. She is sneezing her face off, coughing at times, and is very sleepy, and quite irritable this week.

Ok it’s not all bad though, I mean what did I expect…..things are going to be tough naturally. Bringing home a new baby, adjusting to a lifestyle change, recovering from surgery, the hormone change, being sick, sleep deprived egh…..I think if I can still wake up in the morning with a smile on my face, I’m doing pretty good. I’m so glad that Addison was brought into this home, because one thing we have for sure is love. We love each other so much, and there is nothing we can’t get through. That was a bit of cheese because it’s Valentines day and all! Spreading the love, spreading the love.

Ok on a more positive note though, when Addison looks into my eyes, or her head turns when she hears my voice, can there be a better feeling? I love when I’m nursing her and she holds my hand. The fact that I make her so incredibly happy ( or full ) is a pretty amazing feeling. Hannah is so in love with her, she can’t stop saying how cute Addie is, and how much she loves her. What a great feeling. To see my 6′3” husband bow down to this 6lbs baby girl, and be a gentle adoring father, is a blessing to witness. I mean there is so much good here in our home, all the hard stuff will just fade away soon enough. I’ll just keep on napping, and trying to focus on the good stuff, not all the hard stuff.