Work

I can't say I'm exceptionally happy to be back at work, but I will say that I'm happy the transition was not too hectic! It's been three weeks, so I can officially say bringing my daughter to work is ... working! My office is now complete with a pack-n-play, changing table and bassinet for Eliana to sleep in. You must be thinking my office is HUGE, but those things are all combined into one unit! It's really quite nice. I feel Eliana is safe enough to be left alone while she sleeps, and I carry a baby monitor around with me just in case. I’m so grateful that my husband works with me, too. He is able to play with Eliana on breaks, and check on her if I’m in a meeting or otherwise disposed. I’d say, at least for now, we have a pretty great set-up.

Other than me going back to work, not much has changed. I’m definitely more tired than I thought I would be. Some days I come home from work wishing I could go right to sleep, but I know a night of cooking, cleaning, making bottles and taking care of my daughter is ahead of me. Zach is a ton of help, of course, but there’s only so much he can do! It doesn’t help that it gets dark so early. I hate losing daylight; I always get so depressed when it’s dark at 6pm. Before you know it it’s going to get dark before I even leave work at 4:30! Crazy. But hey, that’s all part of fall, and I do love the season.

Speaking of the season, 4 years ago I got married!! I always knew I wanted to get married in October. Here in New England, the leaves have changed, and the trees are as vibrant as they will ever be. The weather is cool and comfortable and my scarf collection is finally starting to make its debut. Plus, I’ve been given the cutest fleecy fall/winter gear for Eliana, and she looks super sweet all bundled up!

This weekend my husband and I are going for a quick overnight to Newburyport, MA. It will be the first time we travel out of the state with our little peanut, and should be quite the adventure. We will be staying with friends of the family and will get to relax, walk around a quaint little town, see the ocean, eat at yummy restaurants, and have an overall great wedding anniversary trip. There’s something so special about sharing a momentous occasion with our daughter! I can’t believe we are those people already! A family! My FAMILY and I are going to Newburyport! That’s going to take a while to sink in.

To get ready for our short trip, I have to go to the store tonight to get some supplies. Target to be more specific. I must say, I absolutely love Target. Some of the items I buy might be a tiny bit more expensive than say, Wal-mart, or a grocery store, but I don’t care. I don’t know how nice your Wal-Mart is, but mine makes me feel like the total scum of the earth when I shop there. Dilapidated aisles, sorrowful-looking employees, and the truest definition of “raggies” for customers. It’s really quite a shame. I find myself in such a dark place when I go there, it’s seriously not worth the small potential for savings.

Looking back on what I just wrote, I must sound like the rudest, elitist-jerk-face ever!! I apologize if you took offense. I don’t know what’s wrong with me, LOL! I’m normally not like that, but it’s true, and you probably feel the same way if you live where I live. If not, than disregard my last paragraph and let’s move on.

Anyway, the fact that I’m going to Target after work excites me. That might sound pathetic to most of you, but there’s nothing quite like retail therapy, even if I’m only purchasing necessities like formula and diapers. I still love filling up my cart and running that credit card through the register just the same! And I also love shopping with my husband. Do your husbands enjoy shopping with you? Mine may not particularly care for it, you’d have to ask him, but he’s a great help and a funny person to talk to and entertain me as I walk around the store. He also keeps me on track when I wander. Target has a way of sucking you in, and since the sun sets so early, there’s something very daunting about going in when it’s light out, and leaving when it’s dark! “OMG how long was I in there??” ;)

Another thing I get to do before we leave this weekend is pack! Yes, I did say it was just an overnight, but never underestimate how much detail-oriented packing can excite me! Plus now I get to pack for my daughter! (She’s like the gift that keeps on giving!) When Zach and I decided to take this short trip a few weeks ago, I already had a tiny duffle bag in mind for Eliana’s onesies and toys. :) She is going to learn early on how fun proper packing techniques and organization can be! Am I sounding a little obsessive and compulsive? I don’t mean to! Man - what’s wrong with me today?!

I better just quit while I’m ahead. Besides, my break just ended and the baby is sleeping! This is prime working time!! Take care everyone.

xoxo Liz