Project Life: Week 10

Sunday, March 4

A quiet Sunday preceded a very busy week. Elaina spent some time this morning reacquainting herself with a Christmas book. I guess one never can be too prepared for the holidays!

Monday, March 5

Today was The Day. After over 3 1/2 years as an agency employee, I finally, finally became a full-time Caterpillar employee. Aside from the obvious (Hello, benefits. It's nice to see you again), I am thankful I get to remain in the same work group, doing essentially the same job, but with room for growth. Here's to an actual career!

YAY!!!!!!

Tuesday, March 6

 The Winter that Wasn't is sort of turning into the Spring That Wasn't, Either, but I have really been enjoying the warm(er) weather. Today Josh grilled out and we took our first trip to Dairy Queen. It definitely met with Elaina's approval, too!

 

 

Wednesday, March 8

Mom had her semi-annual checkup in Peoria today, so we were able to have dinner together. Elaina was beyond excited. We had been telling her that her grandparents would be coming, and she kept repeating, "I see Gwanma and Pampah!" She danced around the kitchen for a full five minutes when we first got home, and then Mom and Dad gave her a gift that truly is her love language--Mercer Mayer books--and I thought the smile would break her face. It was really nice to see them, and I'm looking forward to seeing them next weekend for Elysia's dedication.

 

Thursday, March 9

 Elaina fell asleep on the way home from work, so Elysia kept Josh company while I made dinner.

 

Friday, March 10

 Perhaps another sign of teething, Elysia has taken to gnawing on her high chair tray while she eats. It makes a huge mess, to say the least. How can something so annoying be so ridiculously cute at the same time?

 

Saturday, March 11

Today we went to Josh's folks so I could get another lesson in the art of the enchilada. (This time I came armed with pen and paper, so I'll actually have something to reference when I try to make them myself!) It was beautiful day, so I got to spend some time outside with Elaina, too. I sat and watched her play, saw the sun dance through her hair, listened to her narrations, and I was quieted by how thankful I am to be her mother. She and her sister are such blessings to me. And sometimes it is hard. But it is so very worth it.

Josh and Rita

Elysia practicing her crawling skills

Elaina and her wagon

Sweet baby girl...getting so big.