I'd like to submit one of those formal requests now.
But who do I send it to?
Yesterday, when Elliot continued on his crying streak (seriously, does this child have colic? I don't recall Jane crying like this, although my mom swears I called frustrated when Jane was this age) and Jane started acting out because she was failing to divert my attention from a screaming baby, I broke down.
I realized: I need a vacation.
I know. Millions of mothers have done this before me. I know three brave souls who have had children closer in age than this (my mom: 13 months, my SIL: 13 months, and another SIL: 11 months). But apparently I'm not made of the same stuff.
So when Lane called on his way home from work to see if I needed anything, I replied, "I need a 2-week vacation. No children."
He paused. (I don't think he knew what to say.) I heard a tentative "OK" come across the phone line. "How do you want to do that?" he asked.
"Well, we'd have to put Elliot on formula," I said.
"How about you do whatever you want tonight -- go out, go shopping, go to the bookstore, and I'll watch the kids," was his compromise.
In the end, I relaxed on the couch as I watched him put Jane to bed and then calm a fussing Elliot. I remained home to be the on-call milk cow.
But I'd still like that vacation. Anyone have a vacation request sheet?
Speaking of vacation: Do you think Jane is trying to drop some hint?
Lane found my old Mickey hat on Saturday when he was cleaning the garage. She's worn it pretty much non-stop since then.
11 comments:
Rach,
Can we go on vacation together? :)
I'm sorry to admit this, but this post made me laugh really hard. Maybe it's because I'm loopy because I'm so sleep deprived or maybe its because Tyler and I were just trying to figure out when we might actually get to go out alone together (I should say if... not when....)
I hope you are getting some rest and I'm glad your husband is so caring!
From your fellow sleep-deprived mother.... Jill
Rachel..me too. I will definitely come with you. Maybe something is in the air...I don't know, but my kids are driving me crazy too.....I have totally been there, done that, and I am doing it again right now. I just remind myself there are good and bad days, and I definitely dont want to remember just bad ones.....the nights are long (and sometimes the days too), but the years are short. My little man will be 8 in a few months! and my baby is 6 1/2 months...time really does fly...this too shall pass, but until then, heck, let's you and me go to Disneyland together and leave the babes with the Daddys, they can figure out how to nurse, right!?
Love ya!
To: Rachel
From: Management
I'd like to formally approve your vacation request. Please know all requests for time off must be filed at least seven (7) days in advance. Any positions requiring personal holidays must have coverage in order to complete all daily tasks.
/End Memo/
By the time Elliot is two months old things will be getting better. I promise! The first two months are so rough, I so know what you are going through. No joke, it will be better in a few weeks. Hang tough lady! PS Emma told me yesterday that she had a "plan", she said that first we would go to Wal-mart then we would go to Disneyland. :o)
JACKSON, WE NEED TO TALK. You need to be more SENSITIVE to your WIFE take here on that vacation she needs.
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Gas drops, Zantac, or middle of the night rides in the car seat. Oh the fond memories of my first born. Good luck!
If a whole week vacation isn't do-able, you are more than welcome to escape for a weekend to my house...I'm close so you wouldn't have to pay for a plane ticket, it would only be about 50 cents worth of gas to drive over. And we could go shopping at Sam Moons and then go swimming at my parent's house and work on our tans and no one would have to know! :D
Oh! The realities that await me I'm sure. Reading your blog always makes me laugh... and get nervous :) I wish you luck and in a five weeks when I have my own little one and am thinking the same things I'll call you to see how you survived because by then I'm sure you'll have it all figured out, right?
I was definitely there two weeks ago. I didn't think I was going to make it. Funny thing was my "vacation" came in the form of YW Camp. My parents came out and watched the kids. I only had to pump once a day, but had several hours of time with my husband at the lake for two days. It definitely rejuvenated me. Hang in there. It does get better.
Those are two adorable children . . .so excited to see them soon. It can be so overwhelming when the "new addition" comes and then you will look back and wonder how simple it was (perhaps one day). . .but what beautiful, healthy children and so glad you are surrounding yourself with those wonderful women (your mom and SIL's) who have pioneered the way. It is amazing to discover all of your talents and capabilities. . .and they will just continue to increase. Maybe that has some ring in the phrase, "magnify your calling". . .excited to see you next week.
Sweetie, I feel for you, I really do. If you ever find that vaca request form, please send it my way. Coutney is right, this too shall pass. It only lasts for a short time, and boy does time fly... i remember holding charlie in my arms as a babe like it was yesterday, no he is 10!
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