Monday was my first day back to work, and I left a house with two sleeping beauties. Once Betsey is up to it, she'll have to start posting the details of the days, because I'll be useless except on weekends and holidays.
In the evening, Grandma Marg drove down from Portland to provide some evening relief. She and Grace spent time together all night, while Betsey and I slept. Diapers were changed and upsets were soothed, and we were only woken for feedings. It was heaven. We are blessed and truly thankful.
Before Betsey and I fell asleep, she managed to make us both smile.
Betsey: I love you.
Myles: I love you 100%.
Betsey: I love you 100%.
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I would have said I love you 110%, but I didn't want to piss both of us off.
People claiming quantities more than 100% of immeasurable substance (effort, love, etc.) is a pet peeve for both of us.
May 18th
The second day back was a bit easier on me, but harder on Betsey. Even with Grandma Marg providing all day assistance, she indicated that it was far more busy with less chance to relax than the previous day. My bet is that having an extra person around was motivating, and the impetus to do things was stronger than it would have been otherwise.
Dinner was prepared for us, and we happily noted it was probably the first meal with something from all the major food groups that we'd had since Grace was born. There may have been something wrapped in a tortilla that qualified, but we couldn't be sure. This dinner was delicious, and food prepared with love always seems to taste better too. We enjoyed chicken, asparagus, fruit salad, and buttered bread of the baguette variety. Dessert was some store bought chocolate cake goodness.
The night came to a nice end, and we'll miss Grandma Marg. We're already looking forward to her next visit.
1 comment:
Grandparents are awesome. So great that you've got such a nice supply of them nearby. :)
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