January passed all too quickly. I'd love to say that it felt that way because of my mastery of the elusive "work-life-balance." But I can't say that. Also, I've never understood that term--"work-life-balance." Isn't work a part of life (for people that have to work)? Shouldn't the phrase be shortened to "life balance"? Even that sounds a little too tidy--like a recruiting pitch I'd see on a piece of corporate artwork.
I digress.
After our Christmas festivities came to a close, Jon started back to school and I started back to work part time. It took a little experimenting to figure out exactly how our schedules would look, but we've been able to work things out so that Jon is home in the morning with David and I'm home with him in the afternoons. I'm so thankful that my employer has been so flexible with my schedule, but I'm really looking forward to the day when I can focus the bulk of my time/energy on our family. Residency can't come quickly enough.
In the mean time, we've set up our respective 'command centrals' around the house:
I know what you're thinking: telecommuting really is this glamorous. Jenn's telecommuting essentials: burp cloths and blankie strewn over the couch, baby monitor, lappy, glass of water sitting on top of Hello Animals book, and baby medicine syringe. Also, I'm pretty sure I'm wearing mis-matched socks in this picture. It's part of my new 'business-super-casual' look.
Jon's temporary command central. Jon's studying essentials: mighty mouse, giant monitor, med school literature, snack bowl that used to contain Crasins, The Office desk calendar.
Jon has since moved back into his office--no room for his massive white board full of things to memorize in the kitchen.
David also had a fun January. Over the last few weeks he's really enjoyed exploring the world with all four limbs and his mouth. Seriously, everything goes in the mouth now. It's adorable and sometimes horrifying. With that, he's developing better hand/eye coordination, the ability to sit in his bumbo for longer periods of time, and he's become more chatty. This kiddo, though small, definitely has a big personality. Initially I thought that he was more mellow, and he was, but now he is so much more expressive! I love it! We certainly never have to wonder how he's feeling:)
So without further ado, here are some pictures/video that are sure to be more enjoyable than anything I could try to capture in words:
Our son, rolling with it.
First bottle. I think his expression says it all.
Early morning nummies with dad while mom was at work.
The beloved 'Hitchcock sleep face.'
Happy baby:)
Church loves from mom.
Literature. Thanks for the assist, Sophie.
Always wanted to be the parent of a tiny, fuzzy bear cub.
Hanging out after a walk.
Tummying.
Chillin' in the bumbo.
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