Back to Work

So, I went back to work last week.  After 5 months home, I guess it was time.  I had really hoped to stay home for Colin's first 6 months, but I was encouraged to return so that I didn't lose my job.  Not exactly the way I planned for things to go, but I need to go with the flow.  We need the extra income--at least for now.  I had planned to set up a budget while I was home, but I never found any time.

After the disastrous daycare visit, I wasn't expecting Monday to go very well.   Little Man proved me wrong and was almost perfect.  He was smiling and happy when I left and happy when Daddy picked him up in the afternoon.  He had eaten, taken some short naps, and played well with others.  It made me feel so much better that he was doing well.

What made the week miserable is that both Colin and I caught colds.  It must be the same thing and I am thinking we caught it when we were out shopping last week.  I went to JoAnn's and some rude lady was coughing on everything without covering her mouth.  I tried to get away from her, but to no real avail.  I should have known right then, but what could I do?  Once we were exposed, it was too late.

Colin didn't sleep great most of the week and I was even worse.  At least I am taking the brunt of it.  He is recovering and I seem to be stalled out with a massively stuffy nose.  I'm tired of all the drugs and just want to feel better!

So, I'm a working girl again.  At least it is only 3 days a week.  I can handle it.  I like being with people.  I miss my baby, but it is manageable.  Plus, each day I am at work I look forward to the next when I get to be home with my special little man!