I have to say that life has been incredibly hectic the last few weeks. Between firing and hiring a nanny and buying an apartment, there wasn't much time for anything else. It is the beginning of my favorite season (Fall) and for the first time I am starting to feel somewhat calm and at peace. We are finally 'in contract' to purchase our new apartment and the new nanny is fantastic! In almost one instant, some of our biggest worries were swept away and we are back to enjoying all that life has to offer.
Violet recently had her 5 months check-up and my little munchkin ain't so little anymore. She's a whopping 14 pounds and 8 ounces. I can't believe how fast time has flown! I remember wobbling around with my huge belly like it was yesterday. Each day I am amazed at the changes and progress she has made. She is eating solid foods (so far rice cereal and sweet potato) and she is very close to sitting up by herself. Besides the physical changes, there are also tons of other developmental changes. She is really aware of the world around her and when circumstances change from the usual (clothes shopping, visiting friends/family, etc.) she is so in awe of all the new things around her. You can see her studying her surroundings, amazed at all the new things she spots.
One of the greatest changes is seeing that she recognizes her mommy and daddy and even knows our voices. When I walk into her room in the morning, she gives me the biggest smile and puts her hands up excited to get picked up. That alone makes waking up at 7 AM just a tad easier. Usually between 7 AM until about 8:30 AM is our mommy and baby bonding time. We have a pretty steady routine going and Violet is at her happiest in the mornings so we get to eat, play and I tell her tons of stories about mommy and daddy.
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