Tuesday, September 16, 2008

This parenting thing...

One thing that the parenting books tell you about taking care of a sick baby is that you have to take care of yourself as well. That makes a lot of sense whe you read it and sounds like it is a simple enough thing to do, right?

Wrong.

Our little guy has had an earache since about Saturday. We've been to the doctor and are getting better (or I wouldn't be writing this right now, that is for sure!). Meanwhile, I stink, itch and am in DESPERATE need of a shower. Haven't had one since Saturday. Baby wants constant attention when he is sick and there ain't no putting him down and tending to your own needs. L & I are lucky to have been able to go to the bathroom, much less shower. Those few times Baby has been quiescent have been spent by us trying to rest, just a little bit. I think we slept a total of about 6 hours last night- combined!

No, the books don't mention this part of the journey. But it's still a wonderful journey, this parenting thing is!

Gotta go! Baby is winding up again!

Thoughts?

Pax,
Nelson