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Emma is almost a half a year old. Ive been a mother for almost a half a year. Other than me not working, things have been pretty mellow. Sure Emma takes over a huge chunk of my day now, but it is what it is. She is such a treat everyday and Im just so in love with her. Im sure all mothers, esp. first time moms, go through pretty much the same daily baby routines and emotions. Its really wonderful, I still cant believe it sometimes.

But ever since we had Emma and her being the first baby out of my friends and my husbands group of friends, we noticed friends being a bit more distant with us. Its probably normal to think we are probably busy with our new family and all, but I cant help feeling a bit sad about it. I'm sure they mean well, but It makes me feel like they think because we have a baby now, we cant do anything anymore. Maybe I'm just being overly emotional with the new mommy brain.

In other news, now that Emma is coming close to half a year, I may have to start working. I always wanted to be a SAHM at least up till my kids start preschool, but what can I do? We do need more money and my husband really wants me to start working. Im very fortunate to be have been able to stay at home with her this long, but inside I'm still so sad when I think I wont be able to anymore. If I don't have to at all now then that would be great, because I was wishing to stay with her for at least an year since Im breastfeeding. 

Random, but I recently purchased this painting-print from TJMaxx and I would like to share this inspirational message. We hung it in our kitchen. I love reading it while eating breakfast. :)

"Life is not a race - but indeed a journey. Be Honest. Work hard. Be choosy. Say "thank you", "I love you", and "great job" to someone each day. Go to church, take time for prayer. The Lord giveth and the Lord taketh. Let your handshake mean more than pen and paper. Love your life and what you've been given, it is not accidental - search for your purpose and do it as best you can. Dreaming does matter. It allows you to become that which you aspire to be. Laugh often. Appreciate the little things in life and enjoy them. Some of the best things really are free. Do not worry, less wrinkles are more becoming. Forgive, it frees the soul. Take time for yourself - plan for longevity. Recognize the special people you've been blessed to know. Live for today, enjoy the moment." -Bonnie L. Mohr

Hope you are all having a relaxing summer so far!

-Jess