Back to the Grind

I finally went back to work on January 5th. I was very lucky to have spent more than 11 weeks at home with Harper. Part of me was ready to return to work and adult conversations, but another part (a bigger part) would have preferred to stay home with Harper indefinitely!

We were lucky that Grandma Judy was willing to come and watch Harper for my first days back.  Grandma was excited to spend some time with Harper, too, so it was a good deal for all of us! I thought I was going to be fine heading to work the first day since Grandma was here with Harper - but, when I picked her up out of her crib to kiss her goodbye, she gave me a sweet smile that said "I love you, Mommy!" and instantly tears began to roll down my face. It's hard to leave someone you love so much - even it's only for 8 hours! Harper was very well behaved for Grandma - she was happy and took longer naps than normal. The day passed fairly quickly for all of us and soon I was back home to snuggle with my baby.