I’ve Got a Fever

This is definitely not something my husband wants to hear. Actually upon my mentioning it, I received a hearty “No” followed by a list of why we are not ready for it. But I just can’t seem to help myself.

I have BABY FEVER.

Bee at just 3 days old

There I said it. Where we live, it seems like everyone we see when we go out is either pregnant or just had a baby. Not only that, but people I know from high school, along with a large majority from college are all posting pictures of their new little ones or their cute “we’re expecting!” pictures. I know, I know, we have a 9 month old and my body needs a bit more time to recuperate before having another baby. But I can honestly say that I enjoyed being pregnant. I loved feeling those movements in my stomach, I liked being able to eat a bit more and not feel guilty, and the feeling of doing something that only we, woman, can do.

Before Bee, I had never experienced baby fever. Now, I can’t help but get excited at the thought of having more babies. I want as big a family as my hubby will agree to… which is currently 3 kids. 😉

Bee at around 6 months

I guess technically we were ahead of the game. We got married before most of our friends, and followed  the normal progression of having kids earlier than them too. But now, they are all getting married and pregnant, and seeing it makes me want more of my own.

Don’t get me wrong. I am glad to get a break from being up all night and 3-4 feedings a night. Plus, it’s really nice that Bee can play on the floor all by herself and feed herself some. But what mom doesn’t enjoy those times too. I can’t be for sure that I did while they were occurring, but now looking back I know that they were a part of it I never would give up.

I’ve been pushing these feelings back. I know that, for now, we’re not going to have another baby. We’re not waiting too long, but my hubby is not ready for the emotions that come with another baby. My emotions that is. If you have had a baby, you know those post baby emotions that you can’t control. Yea, he was glad to see those disappear. 🙂

I decided talking about this here might help me get past it, although now I fear it may make it worse. But either way, for now, I will try to ignore those feelings and get in shape so I can be a great mom for our current little monkey and can be healthy for all the ones to come!

For all you ladies that are currently pregnant, or want to be, know that it is one of the best experiences a woman can have. And maybe it’s the 8 year old in me, but I really like doing something that the boys never can! 🙂

I've Got a Fever

This is definitely not something my husband wants to hear. Actually upon my mentioning it, I received a hearty “No” followed by a list of why we are not ready for it. But I just can’t seem to help myself.

I have BABY FEVER.

Bee at just 3 days old

There I said it. Where we live, it seems like everyone we see when we go out is either pregnant or just had a baby. Not only that, but people I know from high school, along with a large majority from college are all posting pictures of their new little ones or their cute “we’re expecting!” pictures. I know, I know, we have a 9 month old and my body needs a bit more time to recuperate before having another baby. But I can honestly say that I enjoyed being pregnant. I loved feeling those movements in my stomach, I liked being able to eat a bit more and not feel guilty, and the feeling of doing something that only we, woman, can do.

Before Bee, I had never experienced baby fever. Now, I can’t help but get excited at the thought of having more babies. I want as big a family as my hubby will agree to… which is currently 3 kids. 😉

Bee at around 6 months

I guess technically we were ahead of the game. We got married before most of our friends, and followed  the normal progression of having kids earlier than them too. But now, they are all getting married and pregnant, and seeing it makes me want more of my own.

Don’t get me wrong. I am glad to get a break from being up all night and 3-4 feedings a night. Plus, it’s really nice that Bee can play on the floor all by herself and feed herself some. But what mom doesn’t enjoy those times too. I can’t be for sure that I did while they were occurring, but now looking back I know that they were a part of it I never would give up.

I’ve been pushing these feelings back. I know that, for now, we’re not going to have another baby. We’re not waiting too long, but my hubby is not ready for the emotions that come with another baby. My emotions that is. If you have had a baby, you know those post baby emotions that you can’t control. Yea, he was glad to see those disappear. 🙂

I decided talking about this here might help me get past it, although now I fear it may make it worse. But either way, for now, I will try to ignore those feelings and get in shape so I can be a great mom for our current little monkey and can be healthy for all the ones to come!

For all you ladies that are currently pregnant, or want to be, know that it is one of the best experiences a woman can have. And maybe it’s the 8 year old in me, but I really like doing something that the boys never can! 🙂

Like a Good Neighbor

Until I moved away from my childhood home, actually until after college, I didn’t truly understand the importance of neighbors. I am a country girl, where we talked to our neighbors, but mostly we stayed on our property.

Now that I am an adult, and now that I am living where I know very few people personally, I understand.

My husband and I moved to a new house recently. It’s an older neighborhood, with lots of kids and families, some older people sprinkled in. We take nightly walks, to get Bee out and give us some exercise. We see people, and usually wave hello. While on our walk last night, Justin and I were stopped by a couple that we had basically only said hi to before. They talked to us, the wife got my number and invited me over. (And to my delight, they have 7 kids. Yes, I know! To many, 7 kids is astounding. But to me, I love it!! Always something to do, something going on. Maybe overwhelming at times, but still, very fun. )

Anyways to get back on the point, how many of us give a wave to people as our only means of communication? I know that at times I am as guilty as anyone. But being on our own, and even more so, being a stay at home mom with no adults to talk to all day, neighbors can help keep your sanity. I know that when I go for my morning run, I look for people to wave to, to say hello or good morning. Any little contact is like water for the thirsty.

I know this sounds a bit extreme, but you never know what being a good neighbor means to that other person.  You could be the only one to make time for them in an entire day. I know that to you it is just a wave, which in the South is usually accompanied by the “Good morning” greeting and “How are you doing today?”. We don’t necessarily expect an answer but to some, me included, that may be some of the only conversation they get (until my hubby gets home) .I and I think many other people, really enjoy those pleasantries.

So next time you see someone, outside their house, getting their mail, just stop and wave, say hello.

Be a good neighbor.