Something to Smile At

Don't ask me why, but this was Audrey's favorite spot to crawl to for a few days.  Maybe the sense of accomplishment at figuring out exactly how to get under there without bumping her head.  It was too funny to watch.

Church

I have a confession to make.  We have not been going to church much.  And I have missed it so much.  I love our church.  We never missed a week unless we were out of town up until December.  We have gone a couple of times since Audrey has been born, but not nearly as often as I would have liked to.  I have dreaded throwing her off schedule or we have gone, but, I basically missed the whole thing due to taking care of the babe. They have a great childcare program at our church.  I know because I worked it!!  I can't explain the hesitation in using it. But, the lack of church has been getting to me lately.
So, today...without even getting a bit off her schedule, Audrey and I went to church.  (J is at work) Me to big church...and Audrey got to make some new friends and play.  It went fabulously.  When I went to pick her up, she looked like she was having so much fun.  And very soon after...

then straight to her bed for a nap.  At her usual time even.  And my bones feel better having gone to church.  My mind and heart as well.
A happy, healthy Mommy makes a happy, healthy baby, right??  Then, why is it so hard to do things for myself??  Not just church, other stuff too.  I can't quite place my finger on it.  I know it's partially that I just want to soak her in as much as possible....especially since tomorrow is Monday and I go back to work. : (  And also some sort of guilt.  I call it my "Mommy guilt"  The kind of guilt that makes me feel like I should be able to do it all, but also knowing that I can't.
But, I also know she is good...she is SO good.  She knows I love her every minute of the day.  And she will be fine to hang out with someone else for an hour or so while I get a little "Mommy" time...especially when it's God time!  I guess that inner struggle will continue...I do hope it gets easier.  Days like today do help...when I finally give in and do it and then I always wonder....why did I wait so long?!?  :-)

Picnic

It's rare to get such a cute picture of Jason with Audrey.  Usually he is the one behind the camera...but, I really love this one.  Her hand on his neck...the intense look straight at the camera...
We were on a "picnic" last week...pizza to celebrate Jason winning Biggest Loser 2.0.  Then walking and swinging.  She still loves the swinging...as you can see here...

so serious. so intense. loving to eat.

Wordless Wednesday

Ok...I know....not completely wordless.  The idea is from a blog I follow so I can't take credit for the idea.  But, seriously...no words necessary, right??  :-)