Returning to work

August 9th-16th

August 9th was one of the most difficult days of my life. It was the day I returned to work, and the first day I was away from Natalie for any extended amount of time. I know there will be more difficult days to come, but this is something I was totally unprepared for.

I was most concerned about two things...that actually contradict each other a bit. I was worried Natalie would forget me and find that she enjoys spending time with other people more. I was also worried that Natalie would miss me and have a hard time without me. Turns out, she missed me! It took some time for Natalie to get used to her new surroundings, but overall I think she is enjoying spending her weekdays with Poppa and GG (my dad and Nannaw).

Natalie playing at Grandma's

Our sweet girl in her horse

Natalie finally giggled for the first time on August 16th! She has been cooing, talking, and smiling big for months, but she actually gave a real giggle! I was playing with her on the bed and I could tell she was about to do it so I called Nathan in to hear. She giggled for me as I was giving her kisses and saying "da da da". Another first! She's growing up way too fast.