Thursday, March 27, 2008

A note on Motherhood

Yes, that's right, this is Dana writing; the Mother of Rebekah Marie. 

The first few days at home have been amazing! What a blessing Rebekah is! I love being at home with her, more than I ever thought I would. Although our small apartment is, shall we say 'cozy', especially when you are cooped up all day and night, the many visitors and helping hands and this new little life in the house have kept me from climbing the walls. The weather should be shaping up as I recover fully and there will be plenty to do outside this summer. 

My Mom has been over for the past few days helping us clean up and get organized so Mitch can focus on his studies as the end of the semester approaches. The next month will be busy for him as he adjusts to Fatherhood and heads into final assignments and exams. So far, he has been doing a fantastic job balancing everything. 

We are very thankful for all the many offers to make us a meal or to drop bye to visit and help out in some way. It will help make my recovery that much faster. 

Included in this entry are some photos of Rebekah's first days around the house. She likes her sleep; 'beauty sleep' as Great Grandpa called it, but she is also starting to become more awake to explore the small world around her. 

We hope to have some first outings this weekend, which I'm sure Mitch will document well. He is definitely the proud Father of this little girl. 

1 comment:

Anita Sikkema said...

Hey Dana! What a cute baby you have there and she is acting so grown up already - playing on the ground like she's a big girl!!! It seems like you've adjusted so well to life as mom and are doing fantastically. What a blessing that you have so many willing helpers. Can't wait to see the little critter although, in two weeks' time she'll be practically walking at the rate she's going!
Love, Mom