Our nanny had to stay home today to take care of her son and since we don't have a back up daycare plan (maybe we should get one of those), I got to stay home with the girl.
So far the day has gone something like this:
*Woke up at 6:30 to a smiley and still sleepy almost 9 month old, cuddled, changed a diaper, made a bottle and drank some coffee while playing with blocks
*8:30- nap time for baby, did a load of laundry, folded diapers, skype chatted with the sister
*10:00ish- nap time over, fed baby some apples and papayas then took baby and dog for a walk on an absolutely beautiful day
*10:30, returned, baby drank some juice and ate some crackers, played, I did another load of laundry
*12:30, another nap for baby, cleaned a bit, another load of laundry and blogging with a girly movie in the background and another cup of coffee in hand
It may sounds a bit mundane, but this has been one of the best days I've had in a while. I love spending these moments with Isa and getting to go through her routine with her.
As much as I love teaching, I often find myself wishing I could do this stay at home thing everyday. I'm sure every working mom struggles with the same thing.
For us, there isn't much of a choice since we both have to work to make it financially, and honestly, I enjoy working. I enjoy getting the chance to do something I am passionate about and good at.
And on those rare days I do get to spend all day with Isa, I revel in them. I am full of fervor and love for this girl and I cherish the time we have.
I know if it was everyday, I might take it for granted, as is often the case with beautiful things we see or get to do all of the time.
This is not to say I wouldn't highly consider the opportunity to be a stay-at-home-mom if I had the option, but it is to say I am thankful for what I have right now.
I am thankful for bottles, dirty diapers, toothless smiles, tiny baby barrettes, laundry, cuddling, mangoes and most of all this girl
