As of this point, Melissa is officially done with maternity leave and I have been on summer vacation for a little over a month. Now that mommy is away (believe me when I say that it's hard for her to leave) it's time for Violet and dad to play. Yesterday was Melissa's first day back and my first day alone with Violet. I totally understand now what it's like to be a stay at home parent. Time is a luxury as these little people demand so much attention it's almost a full time job in and of itself.
The three of us have been getting along swimmingly (pun intended). Violet is much more vocal now than ever. She and I have already had a few conversations about topics I'm not sure of. She loves to look at us and chatter away making "ooohs" and "hmmmm" sounds smiling ear to ear all the while.
Melissa is a fantastic mom. She's attentive, cool, calm, and patient. I always knew she had it in her, but she's really, really good with our daughter. I was a little nervous and apprehensive about spending this much time alone with Violet. I am not blessed with the abundance of patience Melissa is and I saw myself cracking under the pressure and noise of an inconsolable daughter. As of yet, things have been a breeze. The more Violet gets regular naps and feedings, she's a ray of sunshine. So far, so good!
Violet's sleeping patterns are completely regulated now and she's like clockwork again. During the day she'll eat, stay up for 2 hours and then nap for 45 min to 1hour. When 9PM hits, she's out like a light and will stay that way until about 4-5AM for a feeding and then return to bed until about 8-9AM when she wakes up to start the day. The smiles I get every morning when she's awake are absolutely heart warming.
On the whole, Melissa and I can't wait to hear her first word. She's trying really hard to communicate with us, but I'm sure that we still have a little while to wait before she shocks us with English.
On with the show:
Taken at her 1st 4th of July fireworks show.
Melissa and I were worried that she would freak
at the loud noises. She seemed a little nutty at first
but she warmed up to the idea.
Both of them seem transfixed by fireworks.
I'd say we had a successful 1st 4th of July.
V's 1st time at the pool.
She was not a fan of the quick change in temperatures
from water to outside. She did better than we anticipated.
Man, are my legs white.
This smile is the smile we get every morning.
The sad face. Her bottom lip action is something to be
reckoned with.
