| So, little Pip is finally more like her little self again. The antibiotics are working, and the cream I'm using on her rash is really working as well. She's been smiling and giggling again, which is music to my ears. Yesterday we took Moons to a big indoor playground that I'd heard advertised on the radio, she loved it, she laughed and played all day. I certainly feel more relaxed with Pip doing well. And she slept all night last night until 6am, same time as Moons wakes up, so we all had a good night's sleep. Very much needed! Its easier to put things into perspective when I'm feeling more rested and I'm not so worried about the girls. The issue really is relating to our lack of space. My parents practically forced us out the house this weekend because they wanted space. And because I've been feeling so down, I'm not very motivated to get out and do things. But like Steve says when, we were in Mexico and lived previously in NZ, we were so active, always out and about. Camping, visiting new places, etc. So I'm sure once we get settled again, we'll resume our usual activities. Steve said that when we're settled, Moons will go to school everyday, as opposed to the two days a week at the moment, which means I'll have some time alone with the baby and I'll be able to do more, especially if someone looks after the baby for a couple of hours a day. I'm desperate to start working or studying again, or even just taking an hour out to go to the gym would make me feel better mentally and physically. I've been really neglecting my health and that adds to me feeling miserable. It would also be nice to stay in as a family as well, at the moment we feel pressured to be out all day every day at the weekends, and we're trying to save money. Plus we're so tired from pushing ourselves. I think I'll continue to have good and bad days, but its just a case of waiting it out. I think this month is going to go really, really slowly! |