Thankful Thursday

It's been a busy week, which I'm thankful for since it made David's first full week back go by a little more quickly. Of course, the term "busy" is very relative these days. Pre-baby, I judged my productivity on whether I was able to check off most of a long list of projects and errands. Nowadays, I feel successful if I've taken a shower, unloaded the dishwasher, and done a load of laundry! If I manage to return a phone call or write a thank you note (neither of which has happened lately), it's been an unbelievably hectic day! I never grasped this lack-of-time concept when I heard new moms talk about it, but it's very much a reality now. We're getting better, though. The more sleep I get at night and the longer my body has time to recover, the more things seem to get done. So, if you're waiting for a thank note or a returned phone call, hang in there! In the meantime...

Some highlights of this week:

• Audrey getting to meet more of her adoring fans, including her Great Grandmother and Great-Great Aunt and Uncle. More first-time visitors are coming this weekend, so I'll update the album with pictures soon.
• Audrey and I ventured out on our own... twice! The most exciting of which was a lunch date with David at Chick-fil-A! We're going to get crazy and try to make a trip to Target tomorrow.
• We had a sweet friend who does photography/graphic design come out and do a photo session tonight. She did a maternity shoot for us and now she's going to design birth announcements (I know - I'm a little behind schedule.) Audrey was such a good sport for all of it! I cannot wait to see the results of her handiwork. You can check out her website here: http://www.camilledeann.com/

And here is today's Thankful Thursday list:

1. Such a big family and lots of friends to love Audrey! It's been a steady stream of kisses, hugs, and holds since we brought Audrey into this world and the next couple of weeks will be no different. This is such a testament to how many people love and adore our Baby Girl! And, as her Great-Great Aunt Joy reminded us this week, "The more people that love a baby, the better off that baby is."

2. A clean house! David's parents gave us the gift of maid service and we cashed in on that today. It is so awesome to be sitting in a clean home without having lifted a finger!

3. Camille and her photography skills. I am so blessed to have met and worked with this talented woman. She does a great job and we'll treasure her work for many years to come.

4. More meals. I may never cook again. Although I'm betting at some point people will quit extending their sweet hospitality. Until then, though, we're enjoying every sweet calorie they bring!

5. Bedtime. Goodnight!!!