As I type today, here's what is happening on the other side of the room.
2 Under 2
After Will was born I often thought...OMG my parents had twins...two at one time...how did they survive...CRAZY! I also think that I prepared myself for the worst scenario after the baby was born, the idea "hope for the best, prepare for the worst." I was told by several people that it is hard and challenging and busy, so I was a bit nervous. Now, I must be honest and say, it's not as bad as I thought having these two little guys. I am so much calmer than with Will and both of the boys are REALLY REALLY GOOD! Will listens well and Jack sleeps a lot and is quite predictable. I can't believe how relaxed I am considering the lack of sleep and all the messes I clean up.
I know there are moments, but seriously I am realizing that I thrive on being busy and that is what I needed. I enjoy having a routine in the morning and preparing for the next step until it is time to sit and feed Jack at 10pm and go to bed. I like planning, for example, I wash bottles twice a day, we get baths 3 times a week, and we review colors one day and letters the next. I can move from one thing to the next and think about how I can make some of these processes more efficient. I was thrilled the other day when I was able to (in only one quick trip to the bedroom) put a book away, throw away a diaper, make a bed, and bring out Will and Jack's clothes for the day. What a great use of my time...yes this is what my life has come to now. This is what I love to do...be organized, develop routines, be efficient, and be ready when life throws you a curve ball (like a dirty diaper when we're all bundled up ready to go to the store).
I know I would never want to work in childcare...God bless those that have that gift. But I do know I can handle my two little boys even if they are both under 2 years old right now. It does help that they both have the cutest big blue eyed smiles and Will gives the best running hugs.
I'll be ready to go back to work when we return to the US, but now at least I know I am able to use some of my skills in a way I never imagined.
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