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Getting my groove back, post-preggo periods, and a little trip to Atlanta

So today, I had lunch with some of the moms from my moms' group at this awesome new Japanese Habachi place called Fuji. Last night, after writing my pathetic depressing post, I decided to remedy things, so I picked out an outfit (which I had to scrap today because it was so freaking cold, but I ended up with another I like) and decided I would accessorize! I even picked out earrings and wore my cute little ballet flats. The whole way to the restaurant I felt better. I noticed myself singing along with the radio and just generally feeling better. I even got hit on today. Ok, so it was a stock boy at the grocery store, but hey, it doesn't happen every day, especially not with Olivia with me. Although sometimes, you'd be surprised. Oh, I wanted to take pictures of myself, but Olivia was so active at the restaurant, and I just didn't get the chance. All she wanted was my food, and she kept putting all her finger foods on another baby's high chair tray. He was delighted!

I felt sad this afternoon though after Olivia picked out a shiny Tinkerbell balloon at the grocery store-- that's her latest obsession, balloons-- and then it blew away in the parking lot. It was so windy today, and I was juggling a million things, and I couldn't stop it. Olivia immediately started to fuss, and be being so emotional and PMS-y, I was sad. She was so excited to have that balloon! Speaking of . . .

Has anyone else noticed less cramping with their period since they gave birth? I used to want to go to bed for several days before I was on the pill (which made them a little better) and before I had Olivia. I used to lay in bed and hold my tummy. I hurt so bad I'd physically get sick to my stomach. I really believe I've had menstrual cramps close to what labor felt like. It's such a relief not to hurt that badly anymore. I'll occasionally have a bit of cramping, but nothing that stops me in my tracks or interrupts my day.

Tomorrow, we're heading up to Atlanta to see my uncle. Well, he's technically my uncle, but in his early 30's and his wife is around James's age I believe. I haven't seen him since I was a little girl, so it'll be fun to catch up. I remember him giving my sister and I piggy back rides when we were little, and it was so much fun because he's to tall. He's a fmaily member I really haven't known that well because the circumstances are odd. He is my mom's half brother, from her father's second marriage. It should be a lot of fun. I just hope Olivia survives all the driving. I'm already worrying about when/where to nurse her, and how to keep her entertained in the car. We won't be able to stay long because James has a huge project due on Sunday for grad school, but it should be fun.

Quick Olivia moment: tonight, Olivia was eating some finger foods in her highchair, and James asked her where her shoe was. She pulled her leg out and propped it up on her tray, pointed to her shoe, and grinned. This kid cracks me up!

Oh, and how cool is my husband for letting my friend B AND his boyfriend doggy sit at our house for 3 days while we're in Savannah? I know many men who wouldn't want two gay men sleeping in his house and I'm SOOOO glad my hubby isn't like that. He accepts everyone. V v cool!

Just a quickie! I LURVE these shoes. Now, do I want them in black or beige? Hmmm . . . I think I need both! V summery and close-toed. Perfect!

Posted by Hannah at March 16, 2007 10:34 PM