My best friend's hubby was involved in a serious accident about three weeks ago. He was in ICU for almost two weeks, and has had many surgeries since the accident. I continue to pray for them. The road to recovery is going to be a long and difficult one, but I know he can do it. I was in complete disbelief when I heard what happened, and it was such a shock that I actually had nothing to say. The sad thing is they had been trying for a baby for a long time. Some of us know how difficult that can be, and then on top of all of that, this happens.
I only went to the hospital the next Saturday, just to see my friend. People had been showing up expecting to see her husband, which I think is quite selfish considering she had been sitting at the hospital day in and day out waiting for visiting hours while he lay in ICU. I would expect them to visit her and see how she is doing. Anyway, she had blood tests done earlier that day, and I shouldn't be sharing this as it is too soon - but she found out that she is pregnant! The best part is that I was there when she found out. We cried like two babies!! She had to ask them to please let her in as she needed to give him some news, and so she told him that she is pregnant. At first he congratulated her on the news, and then she told him that HE is going to be a daddy. He processed all this for a moment and then sobbed his heart out. I am so happy for them, albeit under such sad circumstances.
The thing is, I have known her for many, many years, and to be honest, I can't see her without him in her life. She would never be the same and I couldn't have dreamed up anyone better for her than him. I pray for strength for them both. They have nicknamed him "Iron Man" because he seems to have pulled through.
Talk about a serious wake up call. Never take the person you love for granted, because you never know what is going to happen. We are all guilty of doing this, in fact, we do this every day.
So, folks.... seems I have a baby shower to plan!
Sunday, October 13, 2013
Ashton's 1st Birthday
I can't believe I haven't posted an update about Ashton. He will be 16 months old this month! Bad mommy. Anyway, I've been so busy at work, and at the same time I'm struggling to find a work-life balance. It's difficult to admit, but some days I feel guilt ridden for leaving him home with the nanny, and other days I am happy to leave him with her. She is great with him and I appreciate her so much. Sometimes she packs a bag for them and they go for a picnic down at the river. He loves being outside.
Ashton turned 1 on 28th June, and we had a little bee-day celebration for him. He started walking a day before his birthday (huge achievement, we were so proud!). He also said a few words, like dadda, dad, bird, out, and started pointing at things. He didn't say mama too often, but the once or twice he did my heart fluttered in delight.
Here are some pictures from his birthday, taken by Karin Meiring Photography - stunning pictures!
Ashton turned 1 on 28th June, and we had a little bee-day celebration for him. He started walking a day before his birthday (huge achievement, we were so proud!). He also said a few words, like dadda, dad, bird, out, and started pointing at things. He didn't say mama too often, but the once or twice he did my heart fluttered in delight.
Here are some pictures from his birthday, taken by Karin Meiring Photography - stunning pictures!
Saturday, January 26, 2013
Update - nearly 7 months!
On Monday Ashton will be 7 months old already! I keep saying I can't believe how quickly the time is going by. He is developing and doing new things in leaps and bounds, and I couldn't be more proud.
The most awesome thing, is that Ashton is sitting without support!
He also leans in to give me kisses, and gives me hugs - my heart just melts at this! He's been handing out hugs for a while now - or at least his version of a hug, but the kisses are new and he only does it with me! Last week I held my hands out for him and he tried to lift his arms up to me.
He has discovered his hands, and smacks down on absolutely everything and is shaking his toys and rattles like mad. He's also started pointing! Another thing is that he has started rolling around - so this is how he moves around (flip - my baby is moving!), and he's quite fast at doing this as well.
Ashton loves food! We started with solids in December and it has been going so well so far. The only thing we found is that he seems to hate peas, to the point that he will vomit. He still did this after we gave it to him a few times, so we are skipping the peas altogether.
Bath time is always fun, and he loves splashing with his arms and legs - some days I am drenched!
Ashton has lots of tickleish spots and laughs his head off when we tickle him. We blow raspberries in his neck, and in the fat rolls on his thighs and he goes crazy!
Today at Moms and Babes he threw a tantrum when I took a bell rattle away from him. I immediately gave it back to him, and he was instantly quiet. He held on to the thing for most of the class.
We are trying to get him to wave hello and good bye - every morning and afternoon I wave to him. He sometimes lifts his hand but the motion is not there yet - you can see he wants to try. We are also trying to practice crawling! He can lift himself up with his arms, and get his bum in the air, but not both at the same time and when you prop him up on his knees he kind of pushes his face into the carpet. Too funny for words.
What is really nice, is that he is starting to entertain himself. He can keep himself busy for a good few minutes, which is great! He's such a friendly, happy little thing - and of course I just love him to bits.
The most awesome thing, is that Ashton is sitting without support!
He also leans in to give me kisses, and gives me hugs - my heart just melts at this! He's been handing out hugs for a while now - or at least his version of a hug, but the kisses are new and he only does it with me! Last week I held my hands out for him and he tried to lift his arms up to me.
He has discovered his hands, and smacks down on absolutely everything and is shaking his toys and rattles like mad. He's also started pointing! Another thing is that he has started rolling around - so this is how he moves around (flip - my baby is moving!), and he's quite fast at doing this as well.
Ashton loves food! We started with solids in December and it has been going so well so far. The only thing we found is that he seems to hate peas, to the point that he will vomit. He still did this after we gave it to him a few times, so we are skipping the peas altogether.
Bath time is always fun, and he loves splashing with his arms and legs - some days I am drenched!
Ashton has lots of tickleish spots and laughs his head off when we tickle him. We blow raspberries in his neck, and in the fat rolls on his thighs and he goes crazy!
Today at Moms and Babes he threw a tantrum when I took a bell rattle away from him. I immediately gave it back to him, and he was instantly quiet. He held on to the thing for most of the class.
We are trying to get him to wave hello and good bye - every morning and afternoon I wave to him. He sometimes lifts his hand but the motion is not there yet - you can see he wants to try. We are also trying to practice crawling! He can lift himself up with his arms, and get his bum in the air, but not both at the same time and when you prop him up on his knees he kind of pushes his face into the carpet. Too funny for words.
What is really nice, is that he is starting to entertain himself. He can keep himself busy for a good few minutes, which is great! He's such a friendly, happy little thing - and of course I just love him to bits.
Our First Holiday!
I literally haven't had a spare moment in the last few weeks but tonight I decided it's time for an update. There is so much that I want to remember, so I'll do a few posts.
Our holiday was nice, but what a change taking a baby on holiday - I think we need a holiday to recover. Ashton had the most wonderful time! Us - on the other hand, felt like a bunch of slaves, no doubt his 'entourage'.
In Oudtshoorn we experienced what felt like the worst heat wave ever - and my baby suffered from the heat. He became a little niggly as a result of the heat. We tried to keep him cool as much as possible. We spent a week in there, and a week in Cape Town, and it was one hell of a road trip! No matter how early we would leave to be on our way, after about 5 hours his little body was sore and he had had enough of his car seat - can't say I blame the little guy. We slept over in Colesberg both ways - huge relief. The trip is just too long for the little ones. It was so good spending time with my family, but in hind sight, it didn't feel like that much of a holiday. My gran just loved him, and my mom was in her element - he was the centre of attention everywhere we went, and of course he played his part all too well.
Ashton absolutely LOVED the sea! We went to Mossel Bay and to Blouberg. In Mosselbay we all got into the water but Blouberg was too cold. Seeing him experience it all for the first time was quite something.
We got to change a terrible nappy in the middle of nowhere on our way there, and on the way home we were surprised by 2 explosive nappies (the first serious ones ever) on route home from Cape Town. The one was particularly bad - it was all over his blanket and because it was so hot when we left Colesberg he was in a short romper, and wrapped in a blanket - of course it was freezing where we stopped and we were out of warm clothes thanks to the last nappy. I just took his blanket out from under him, wiped everything off on the pavement (cringe), wrapped him up in said blanket and off we went to change and wash him. I can't say that was one of my best moments, but definitely one to remember.
All in all, we were glad to be home. The drive was long, and it felt like it took forever but we finally made it home and all three of us got some much needed rest after being cramped up in the car for so many hours. Hubby got MIL to come baby sit for us for two nights so that we could rest - of course she jumped at the opportunity.
All in all, I'd do the whole road trip all over again, just to see Ashton experiencing the sea! It's true that you see things for the first time again through your child's eyes. What a blessing.
Our holiday was nice, but what a change taking a baby on holiday - I think we need a holiday to recover. Ashton had the most wonderful time! Us - on the other hand, felt like a bunch of slaves, no doubt his 'entourage'.
In Oudtshoorn we experienced what felt like the worst heat wave ever - and my baby suffered from the heat. He became a little niggly as a result of the heat. We tried to keep him cool as much as possible. We spent a week in there, and a week in Cape Town, and it was one hell of a road trip! No matter how early we would leave to be on our way, after about 5 hours his little body was sore and he had had enough of his car seat - can't say I blame the little guy. We slept over in Colesberg both ways - huge relief. The trip is just too long for the little ones. It was so good spending time with my family, but in hind sight, it didn't feel like that much of a holiday. My gran just loved him, and my mom was in her element - he was the centre of attention everywhere we went, and of course he played his part all too well.
Ashton absolutely LOVED the sea! We went to Mossel Bay and to Blouberg. In Mosselbay we all got into the water but Blouberg was too cold. Seeing him experience it all for the first time was quite something.
We got to change a terrible nappy in the middle of nowhere on our way there, and on the way home we were surprised by 2 explosive nappies (the first serious ones ever) on route home from Cape Town. The one was particularly bad - it was all over his blanket and because it was so hot when we left Colesberg he was in a short romper, and wrapped in a blanket - of course it was freezing where we stopped and we were out of warm clothes thanks to the last nappy. I just took his blanket out from under him, wiped everything off on the pavement (cringe), wrapped him up in said blanket and off we went to change and wash him. I can't say that was one of my best moments, but definitely one to remember.
All in all, we were glad to be home. The drive was long, and it felt like it took forever but we finally made it home and all three of us got some much needed rest after being cramped up in the car for so many hours. Hubby got MIL to come baby sit for us for two nights so that we could rest - of course she jumped at the opportunity.
All in all, I'd do the whole road trip all over again, just to see Ashton experiencing the sea! It's true that you see things for the first time again through your child's eyes. What a blessing.
Friday, December 14, 2012
Moms and Babes
We have finished the Tiny Babes class at Moms and Babes, and just when Ashton actually started enjoying it. The first few classes were difficult, he couldn't do much at the start but has caught up so nicely. He also spent a few classes moaning and groaning. Ever since he found his voice he has made it crystal clear to everyone around that he is there. Quite adorable actually! Such a big personality for such a little guy.
Kev took him to a Dads and Babes class as well, and he ended up making a really cool toy for tactil development. One of the Nannies who was with us on trial got to take him to a Nannies and Babes class, so I have really made sure that he gets the benefit of going to all these classes! I feel like such a 'parent'. Already paying for 'school fees'.
Anyway, I'll upload a picture of the toy at some stage, daddy was very proud of his achievement. The next class starts in January, and there will be a Dads and Babes and Nannies and Babes class every month. Really looking forward to this.
Kev took him to a Dads and Babes class as well, and he ended up making a really cool toy for tactil development. One of the Nannies who was with us on trial got to take him to a Nannies and Babes class, so I have really made sure that he gets the benefit of going to all these classes! I feel like such a 'parent'. Already paying for 'school fees'.
Anyway, I'll upload a picture of the toy at some stage, daddy was very proud of his achievement. The next class starts in January, and there will be a Dads and Babes and Nannies and Babes class every month. Really looking forward to this.
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