When I got up last night with the babies I realized it has been better with the babies. They have started being a little more predictible. Which is great in Mommy land! During the day they take a long nap now and if I plan it correctly they will all nap at the same time even Addison. During that couple of hours I clean or sometimes if it has been a rough day I take a nap. Or if I just want to let my brain rest I watch tv....I know crazy huh? Should be cleaning or doing something else, but I don't sometimes! Some women might find me a little lazy, but I think otherwise. I count on this quiet time to get by some days...I think if I can make it to noon I can have a break. When the house gets quiet, it makes my heart leap for happiness.
I have been working out at the gym and I take all the kids with me on some days. The ladies in there are great with the babies! I was so so so nervous about taking them, so I talked to the ladies before I took them to make sure it would not be a burden on them. They all love our babies! When I walk in they swarm me trying to help us get settled. Usually when we leave one of them asks me how I handle it....I try to say something like..its not that bad. It really isn't as bad as it looks. Sure, I can not do certain things with all the children. Like grocery shopping or any kind of shopping. But if I want to go the gym, or run through a drive thru (it bugs me to mispell this word), I can! I just load them up and make sure I do it at a good time for the babies! I will say one thing, these babies are not big on riding in the car! So sometimes we ride home with everyone crying. Usually when this happens I laugh, what else can I do? And I think, let me make it home...just make it home.
A few things I have learned by having two babies at once.
1) The house is a mess. Its ok.
2) Even when you clean the house it will be a mess in a matter of minutes. Its ok.
3) I dont have time for petty things. There are big things in life, and then there are small things.
4) I have learned to pray without ceasing. Literally. When you catch me talking to myself..it is really to my heavenly Father...
5) I have learned to leave early. If I want to be on time, I must leave early!
6) MULTITASK!
7) Plan...sometimes Jon will ask me what I am thinking about, and my response is "my next move" if I dont know what to do next there will be crying and lots of it.
8) Babies will cry and it is OK! There are three children and one Mommy!
9) Take a min to be by myself. Read, watch tv, or take a nap.I survive on minutes.
10) Love. I love my crazy little family...
There are many more things I have learned but here are first ten that come to mind. I do what has to be done everyday to make sure everyone is happy and healthy. Before I had twins I would worry about what people thought of me as a mother. But now, I could really care less....As long as my children grow up to serve the Lord and love their family, I am happy. And as long as my husband is happy with how our life is, then I am too! As crazy as it gets around here we have a lot of love here for all of our babies! I think I can go through a lot and sometimes I think maybe I can not handle it, but then I see a smile or a giggle or a sweet hug from a little girl and I know I can handle it many years to come.
Hannah, You sure are doing a great job and you are right look at the end result, it keeps you going when times are rough. I love Addison hair at the zoo. She has enough hair to do big girl hair styles now. Would love to be able to come, cuddle and play with all of our babies.
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Tina
I agree with Tina, you're doing a great job! I'm glad they're getting into more of a routine. I only have one and I love when he goes down for a nap so I can rest and work. And good for you for taking some time for yourself when you have it and need it! I can't wait to see you all soon!!
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Jana
We are all so proud of the way you've been able to handle twins + One! I don't see how you've done it, and I surely don't see how you get out with all three of them on your own. I pray every day that the Lord will give you whatever you need(see I don't even know what to ask for) to make it thru, but the Lord knows. Just keep doin what you're doin, cause you're doin a wonderful job!
ReplyDeleteLove this! I miss you and I'm going to come see you sometime (relatively) soon!
ReplyDeleteThe twins and little Addison are definately blessed to have you as their mother! You have your priorities and heart in the right place and the Lord by your side! I agree with Papa, keep doing what you're doin, catch those few moments for yourself and enjoy your children - they grow up way too fast. Also have fun and hang in there at the gym - it will all be worth it.
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Nana