What I've learned

I've been thinking lately about all the things I've learned since Kirkland arrived.

First, the second she was born I learned what loving someone more than anything in the world was like. I've never felt so protective. That's why I'm so funny about people washing their hands before touching her and I give dirty looks at times when another child coughs near her. I can't help it.

I learned to just let go. My house is the messiest it has been the whole time we've lived here. I'd rather spend the time playing with Kirkland than sticking her in her swing or crib. Granted, I do put her under her gym or let her play on the floor or swing so I can get some things done. Over the last 6 weeks, she has already changed so much and started doing new things that I don't want to miss out when she does something new. I'm definitely not ready to go back to work!

I've learned to get over what people think. We were in a restaurant last week and Kirkland got upset and was inconsolable. Luckily there was only one other customer at the time and while the waiter and I were visibly disturbed by my crying baby, the other customer politely looked over and said that she understood because she has a 7 month old. There really are people who understand having an upset baby in public.

Sometimes Jordon and I really do know what's best for her. I've had a hard time telling older and more experienced people what to do with Kirkland, like how she likes to be held or the best way to get her to drink her bottle. We know her better than anyone else. It still seems weird when someone asks me what to do for her because I'm her mommy. Still a little surreal.

I've learned that something so little can get your wrapped around her tiny finger in an instant. Look at Jordon.

Basically, in the 6 short weeks I have learned that I have, by far, begun the best job in the world.