Last Wednesday morning, I cried as Brad pulled out of the driveway with our kids, on the way to their first full day of daycare and I prepared to head up to my school for my first official teacher work day in two years. I went back to the same school with most of the same people, so that in itself wasn't all that bad. Leaving my children behind for the entire day, and knowing that it would be every weekday, wasn't so fun. What I realized last week as I restarted my teaching career is that I miss breakfast the most. That's what made me cry the most. How it used to be: Ethan would get up and I would feed him. Addie would either get up right after or a long time after, depending on the day. So I would either eat while Ethan finished his bottle, or I would eat with Addie when she got up. Regardless, it was such a pleasant time, so peaceful, kids happy after getting a good night's sleep, more than happy to eat their breakfast. Sometimes conversation (of sorts), sometimes just sitting and being with each other. I know I'll still have those moments on weekends and breaks, but still...I took breakfast for granted.
On to the babysitter news...the kids love it!! Addie always wants to stay when I go to pick them up (which is sort of good and sad all in one if you know what I mean). Beth is our sitter and their are only 5 kids there - 2 of her own, our 2, and 1 other boy. All 3.5 and under (Ethan is the youngest by a year). Beth is so caring and creative. We get little report cards each day which is so nice to know what our kids did that day and what they ate, etc. We feel so blessed to have found her. And all of us go to the same church, which is nice.
The downfall: After 3 full days, the kids get sick. It starts Friday with a low-grade fever for Ethan that eventually gets high enough by Saturday night that we're making a trip to Redi-Med. Ethan has a double-ear infection. By Sunday midday, Addie is getting a fever and acting dumpy. Trip #2 to RM. Thankfully, hers was just viral and ear infections are not contagious. So, one big fat whiney weekend we had here. All day Sunday the kids just want to be held. And they're crying. Lots. Now, what to do about Monday. It's my 3rd day of school and Brad's 1st. Thanks to my mom, who came to stay with the kids Monday a.m., so I could teach all morning and get stuff ready for the sub for my afternoon classes. It all worked out. Everyone's feeling better today and Beth didn't have to call us. And so far, kids are sleeping. Here's to making it through the night.... :)
School is going well for both Brad and me. After 4 days with students, I finally feel like I'm getting back in the swing of things. Although I cannot believe I don't have all my students' names learned yet. I always sort of prided myself in learning names fast. 2 kids + 2 years off school has turned part of my brain to mommy mush. :) Brad is really enjoying his job. He works with some great Christian people, which is a huge blessing. He's only had 2 days with kids, but so far so good.
I want to make sure I say a huge thank you to all of our prayer warriors!!! This transition period has been amazing, thanks be to God!
I need to go to bed now. If you're still reading, thanks for sticking with this way too long post. I guess I'm decompressing. :)
5 comments:
I loved reading this post and what a blessing that everyone is going through the transition well! Yeah, that sickness was sure making its way around. We had to stay home last Monday and Tuesday with sick ones :) You are so blessed and it so great to hear about it! Love you tons!!!
Hugs to you Ang! It sounds like it has been an emotional week. Meredith is sick right now...which means it's only a matter of time until it is spread from shore to shore in the house :( Anyway, I'm glad to hear that things are going well with school. You'll get those names soon :) Mommy brain is not something to be messed with. Your own kids will be smarter because they've taken almost ALL of your brain cells...I'm convinced of this fact.
Glad to hear that your mom was able to help you out. I hope everyone is feeling better soon, and you'll continue to be in my prayers as I am reminded! Thanks for the update...more hugs all around!
how great to read this honest and emotional post. and now i know why you were especially heavy on my heart last night. and now i want breakfast :). it can't be easy with such a considerable change in the family, but it just shows how much you truly love and value your family and your time with them!!! poor kiddos, i am glad they are feeling better. have i told you lately what a wonderful mom you are?!? God is with you, we all are here for anything you need, and i am so proud of you! and yea for brad and his new job as well!!! had to give him a little shout out :). love ya lots..m.e.
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Oh Ang, I'm feelin ya! This post made me relive the day Dawson was taken off to daycare. Cry cry tears. Sounds like you have an awesome deal with your sitter though! I hope you're all feeling better now and someday, maybe we can see each other face to face again. Because we are funny. bye now.
It sounds like you had a really eventful week. I am praying for you. I am sure that it is hard, but I know that God will use you in your classroom! Keep your head up...
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