Life has been crazy lately. I am sorry that it has taken me so long to catch all of my friends and family up on what has been going on with my family.
It started last week that I realized I needed to take a step back and do something for myself again. I haven't had time to do practice my photography habit, I don't have time to zone out, watch my reality TV shows I love, and write again. Writing is a healthy way to get my feelings out through this crazy life. Last week was a tough week for me and I don't cave often but I did. I was feeling stressed with working 45 hours a week, being the best mom I can be to one of the most energetic toddlers out there, communicating/spending alone time with my husband to keep our marriage strong, and keeping a clean house with a hot dinner on the table every night. I know every parent, every woman, and professional has these periods of feeling stressed with juggling it all. After a long talk with the sweetest, most compassionate, and thoughtful husband it was decided that I need to start taking some steps back and get back into myself.
Now on to the Cirillo family. Sam is 2 years old now! Everyone always says to enjoy every moment because they grow up so fast. I shake my head and think if I had a dime for every time I heard that. It is so true and as we approached Sam's 2nd birthday, I realized how this simple statement is so real. Sam is an on the go toddler who will occasionally stop to watch a few minutes of his favorite show- Paw Patrol, Mickey Mouse, and Daniel Tiger. He will insist for it to be on but often doesn't pay attention to it but he does not like anyone else's shows on the TV on. Sam is now 24lbs and 2'9" tall. He will not be making the top of the charts as a kid. Seeing him with his friends at daycare is funny because he is so little compared to them but he is a whole ball of energy! He talks non stop, loves babies (ok, more like obsessed), is silly with a belly laugh at least every 30 minutes, and loves to snuggle with us while twirling mom's hair!
We also moved into a new home in September and it has been amazing! We have little projects to work on here and there but our house is perfect for us. We go on walks, have friends that live close, family within a mile, and so close to everything in a very new and lively suburb. I will be sure to post lots of pictures to show off some of the details that make this house so beautiful and unique.
Now that I am going to get back into my writing again, I will post updates, topics, articles, and share my ideas on things that strike my interest. What makes me who I am will be shared here. Infant loss, grieving, how to keep a happy marriage, parenting, career minded moms, and parenting for children you have in your heart as well as those children who are blessed to be here.
Katy
