Being At Home

Something this week has come over me, and I feel so grateful to be home with Aurelia. I really feel I am taking so much pleasure in the simpler things, and I feel refreshed and my energy renewed. Appreciating the simple things, taking a genuine interest in doing everyday tasks has truly changed my perspective on things. I hope I will be able to stay home.

On Her Own

So, it's done. Last night, Aurelia slept in her crib in her room overnight for the first time. It was a last-minute decision, really. I was changing her diaper before bed, and I suggested Ben set up the monitor. Soon enough, she was fast asleep in her crib, and I was weeping. I never thought I would be so sad, but it's just the end of an era, the beginning of another. The night went well, she woke up a couple of times at the beginning of the night, but that has more to do with still being a little under the weather. I think she really enjoyed being able to finally spread her little arms out.

There is a huge snowstorm today, which is also her first big snowfall. I believe Aurelia and I might do some baking.

Oh, and yesterday, got a message from Creating Keepsakes letting me know that my order has shipped. Looking forward to receiving my copies of Ali Edwards' Life Artist and A Designer's Eye For Scrapbooking, in addition to Stacy Julian's The Big Picture. I really can't wait to receive them.

Craft Day

Today, I plan on at least getting my supplies for some of my holiday craft projects. Can't wait. Plus, someone appears to be feeling so much better.

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This is so weird...Since there were no styrofoam cones left at Walmart yesterday, I thought of using the balls they had, but wasn't sure how it would turn out...now I know...awesome!

Not Feeling Well

Aurelia had a bad night last night, which means I did also. Her tummy was definitely bothering her, and evidence of that erupted this morning around 6:30. She had a slight fever, so I just gave her some Tempra, and she seems to be doing better already. I am certain she is going to nap most of the day, and I hope to join her. Poor thing, there were no beautiful smiles for me this morning. My heart was aching.