As I'm writing this, there's a nice, peaceful on-and-off rainstorm. Katie is in her room, trying to decide whether to take an afternoon nap or not. She's been crying loudly for 30 minutes. I learned a month or so ago that she can go to sleep on her own. Sometimes it takes longer than other times, but if I try to rock her or hold her, sometimes it makes it worse. These moments remind me of when she was an infant, rocking her gently to sleep, and tiptoeing to her bassinet to set her in it oh so gently for a nap.
This week we will wrap up swim lessons (water babies, the class is called). It's been fun watching her grow more confident and even enjoy being in the water, at least until she gets too cold. Then she screams and wants to sit on the edge of the pool shivering and crying. But we are working on her skills now so we can make some fun memories later, hopefully in the middle of the day, on a warm, sunny day.
We spend the rest of our days with meals at regular intervals, times of play, and plenty of snuggles. It makes me feel all warm and fuzzy when she runs to me giggling and smiling, and falls into my lap in fun. I also love how independent she is, playing by herself and occasionally running up to me to hand me a toy or smile at me as she goes about her play. She likes her alone time, I think. A lot like her Daddy and me.
On the house building front, we have interviewed two potential builders and asked for bids. We are waiting to hear back from them, in a few weeks. We are also working to clear the area where the slab will go, in part so that the engineers can do soil tests in order to design our slab, and also to get a head start for the builders. Neal is meeting with an arborist today to discuss a plan for tree removal. There seems to be a lot of waiting around right now, but it will get busy soon!
I am so excited about being a Young Living wholesale member and distributor! I ordered 12-2 ml sample bottles, and have already given them all out filled with oils to help my friends in various areas of their lives. One friend has struggled with anxiety, and I gave her Valor, Srress Away, and Peace & Calming. I think that with regular use, they can help the whole family. I've also mailed off some En-R-Gee, my favorite oil at the moment. I ordered it in my June order, and it has helped me so much! I actually have energy to do housework, exercise, and don't even need a nap!
Moms, don't you hate those times when you are letting baby "cry it out" to nap, and then you go to check on them after 45 minutes to find they have a dirty diaper?! Even though I changed a dirty diaper before I put her down, she was dirty and upset again. Put Peace & Calming EO (essential oil) on her feet, and Frankincense on her teeth that are coming in. Praying for a nap this time!
If you are interested in learning more about Essential Oils, and would like to try some, please send me a message and let me know! These oils are a great help for families especially.
Hope y'all have had a good week or so. 'Til next time.
Alissa
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