Office Facelift

I have worked in this office for over a year and the most personal touch I've added has been my pens from home. I don't spend very much time here (especially now that I'm part time- I'm only here one day a week!), but it's enough to merit some "me" in here. Afterall, I've got a private office with a door and I'm the only one to ever sit at this desk!
Today was my first day of work at the office (not counting a quick trip here last week to get re-acquainted) in over 14 weeks. Wow- it didn't feel that long! First on my to-do list today was re-vamp the office a bit. I came prepared with a couple picture frames and a few photos to thumb through. I found two of my favorites: one of Jane and one of Jake and I on our wedding day. Life would definitely not feel as whole without these two great loves of mine. I felt like my desk had a total facelift by simply adding two frames-- why didn't I do this sooner? But I took it a little further and added 4 photos to my bulletin board. I now have a constant reminder why I'm here: providing for my little family in my own small way.
I thought it would be really difficult leaving Jane, but today has felt really refreshing. I have a different sense of purpose and responsibility when I'm here and that is a nice change. It also gives me some me-time to catch up on e-mails. I'm very blessed to be able to work part time and I am so grateful for this little office of my own. I think next I will spend a little money on some desk accessories. My desk is currently home to some obviously used and abused items like my pen jar and paperclip holder. Little touches will make this space all the more appealing (since I can't do anything about the aged computer and ugly furniture!). Here is a glimpse of my office:

Jane: 2 Months

Our sweet baby girl is 2 months old! Time is flying by and we are enjoying her precious life more and more each day. Here's what we're experiencing now:

Age: 9 weeks

Weight: 13 pounds, 4 ounces

Eating habits: Still nursing every 2 hours during the day, but gives her Mama a break at night, with feedings every 3-5 hours

Sleeping habits: Jane is awake more during the day at 2 months. She naps a lot from about 10am til 2pm and is awake until 8pm. We have trouble waking her up anytime after 8 and she normally gives us a big stretch of sleep until 2 or 3 am (then wakes up every 2 hours or so).

Development: Her little personality is shining now! Jane is full of smiles and coos =) She is happiest first thing in the morning and the girl does NOT hold back the smiles! She is talking back, learning how to converse with us. Jane is super strong and does a great job during tummy time (it was a bit of a challenge for her a few short weeks ago!).

Favorite things to do: Her favorite hang out is still the changing pad. She loves to smile and enjoys being held by family. She especially loves her time with Grumpaw-- the girl has her first crush! Jane is a pacifier baby- it's pretty rare to see her without her favorite pink paci in her mouth! She also loves mommy and daddy a lot! We are all smiles whenever she looks our way.

Jane had her 2 month visit with the pediatrician this morning and is right on track! She is in the 95th percentile for weight, so it's obvious our girl is eating well. She had 5 shots today with a total of 6 immunizations and she took it like a champ. I cried more than she did! Baby girl is the biggest blessing in our lives. This month we've been very busy enjoying family and friends and showing off our bundle of love. For Jane's first Thanksgiving, we had some family time alone in the morning and then headed off to Aunt Bubu's for a late lunch with the Sustacek clan. After, we spent time with the Brown side of the fam at Aunt Jody's. The celebration continued on Sunday with lunch with my Dad, Jeanine, and the Fedlers. The holidays are so much more fun with a little one around!