Oh, what a week.  The kind of week that started off with discovering that the dry cleaner lost the silk liner slip that goes with my favorite dress, only to have them tell me that since they cannot find it, I actually lost it. The kind where an annoying IT problem at work cannot be fixed all week because IT assumes it fixed itself since they cannot reach me, after calling “multiple times” one minute apart while I’m away from my desk. Yep, that kind of week. Read more →

It’s a good thing it is going to be a sunny, fun-filled birthday weekend because it was a bit of a sad day in our house as my mother-in-law flew back home to the US after visiting us for a month to help with Reese. We are so lucky to have so much family support this summer and it has been so fun to watch the special bond between Lynn and Reese over the last month. Read more →

It’s not currently raining (or snowing or hailing) and I’m starting to settle in after three weeks back at work so I’d say this weekend is off to a good start. After a week of fickle spring weather, I’m ready for some sun and warmer temperatures. At least we’re starting to find a work day routine and I still have a little time for some good baby cuddles, giggles, and pinches (a new thing) when I get home. Read more →

Well, we’re back from a wonderful trip to the US (and what a view to leave behind). My last full week of maternity leave is just about over and I’ll be back at work next Wednesday. I am very, very lucky to have had 7 full months at home with my sweet girl, but I’m still pretty sad that I’ll be away from her three days a week. That being said, once we find a routine I think it will work out alright. We are also blessed to have a team of grandmas and aunties to assist us over the next few months while we adjust and it is very nice that Martin’s schedule also allows him to be home several days a week so he gets to spend more quality time with Reese. Read more →