tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3659636033906880131.post7615191279978237114..comments2024-03-06T02:15:23.306-08:00Comments on Moonshine Junkyard: six weeks and nineteen monthsmoonshinejunkyardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02401889178583608877noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3659636033906880131.post-45502681541231536352014-03-24T22:01:10.428-07:002014-03-24T22:01:10.428-07:00Hi Lena, I've been wanting to respond to this ...Hi Lena, I've been wanting to respond to this for ages and well...how do you get anything done indeed! I don't get much done, especially online these days, so I apologize for taking g so long to respond. I've thought about your questions. Yes your heart does burst with the second, the moment you see her and the love just swells and blossoms vastly just like it did for your first. BUT it is always bittersweet. Because you never have pure uninterrupted time...with either babe! So even if Lucy's napping and I get time to stare into Polly's eyes, to read to her or coo at her, I'm aware that Lucy might wake up, that there's two or three loads of laundry to be done, that I should probably fix myself lunch while I have the chance, etc etc etc. but those moments are so incredibly sweet nonetheless. Polly is a really mellow non demanding baby, I can't imagine having a difficult of more needy child as the second because your first needs SO MUCH of your time. So when I do get to bestow my attention on Polly it is such a treat. So bonding time (I guess you could call it) is reduced but so rich and viral in its stolen moments. Everything just seems so heart breakingly sweet. With your first too! You were so used to spending all your time with just her! It's all so emotional and complicated and beautiful and bittersweet. That is definitely the trickiest part of the transition. <br /><br />We do have a family bed but Lucy sleeps on a twin mattress next to our bed now. She usually still needs to be comforted once or twice a night now, and luckily Darin can do that in case I'm nursing Polly or just sleeping with her in the crook of my arm (it's harder to get up). At first Lucy wanted mama mama only! This was hard for awhile. Nights aren't too bad now and I have a little cosleeper bed for Polly but it's looking like I'll just continue to sleep with her curled up to me like I did with lucy. I honestly feel safest and most comfortable that way! Which reminds me, you asked about snxiety. Yes I am more relaxed this time around, thank goodness, but maybe still a little more paranoid than some. Polly is a very different baby than Lucy was, so for example her "lazy" nursing style had me tripping at first and I took her in for weight checks and so forth to make sure she was healthy. Once they're two, three months and chunky and sturdy oh the relief! Both times the newborn stage just felt a bit precarious and fragile to me!<br /><br />As for getting stuff done, well luckily Lucy is a bit more independent these days so I can do SOME things especially with her "help." She loves to follow mommy around and help with laundry or cooking. I wear Polly in the sling or sometimes now the bouncy seat works, or she'll lay on her play mat. But believe me, I wait for that moment that daddy gets home with baited breath! It realllly helps to have a partner entertaining them for awhile and basically I just don't get much done, heehee! Except loving my babes, of course!<br /><br />It's hard but I am blessed with good babies and I just generally feel like a lucky lucky and very happy mama!moonshinejunkyardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02401889178583608877noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3659636033906880131.post-73316573019737890482014-02-25T14:15:31.941-08:002014-02-25T14:15:31.941-08:00The picture of Lucy (aka "Toot") next to...The picture of Lucy (aka "Toot") next to her sister is the most precious thing ever. They are both so sweet and precious, and even more so side by side. As for Mama, I have no advice, but only admiration for you miss Heather :) You are such a rockstar Mom. I hope that one day I can have as much grace and poise as you, and positive attitude to boot about rearing to wee babes under the age of two! Can't imagine how you do it all :) Thanks for sharing this most adorable post- made my day. Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03274957037052195613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3659636033906880131.post-60963586205191787632014-02-24T09:37:12.723-08:002014-02-24T09:37:12.723-08:00such a well-rounded blog on both of your babies!
...such a well-rounded blog on both of your babies!<br /><br />i can't believe polly is already rolling over! she looks so studious and serene. her little face is so fairy like.<br /><br />i can only imagine how busy and hurried yet still life is with two littles. just know that i took both of my boys to the river the other day and it was no big thang..(granted teddy is quite a bit older but you catch my drift...time, baby, time..)<br /><br />i love your update on lucy too. i remember jotting down every little achievement of teddy's...not so much with linky... :/ but we do alright. i'm inspired to do better updates on my boys, for my own sake. <br /><br />hope to see you soon!<br />xopolly composthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17001127049046286590noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3659636033906880131.post-55501160372766795682014-02-23T20:15:40.397-08:002014-02-23T20:15:40.397-08:00They are so sweet, Heather! I just can't get o...They are so sweet, Heather! I just can't get over these pictures and what a gentle kind mama you are. <br /><br />The early years are so hard, too. I was just thinking back to when I had a newborn, a two-year-old, and a four-year old, and man was I in over my head. It gets easier, and watching them interact is like magic. <br /><br />Those little babes are as sweet as can be. :)<br /><br />And by the way, to answer your question about Haley, yes, I am friends with her, and she is coming out with her newest album in May. I have heard a bit of it and it is going to be a good one!!! Lauren Knighthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07358496490976869347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3659636033906880131.post-23070810179352368662014-02-22T10:14:19.521-08:002014-02-22T10:14:19.521-08:00I have been reading your blog quietly for so long....I have been reading your blog quietly for so long. You are an inspiration and every time I read a new post, I feel the love glowing through. Thank you so much.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02700947008695002477noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3659636033906880131.post-46923231499310649422014-02-21T09:00:16.106-08:002014-02-21T09:00:16.106-08:00and she like purple!!!! YAY!!!!! The way you descr...and she like purple!!!! YAY!!!!! The way you describe Polly reminds me sooooooooo much of August at her teeny infant age :) They both have amazing eyes, like you! Much joy in your home, these are your good ole days! Much love xoTerahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03251069987005481236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3659636033906880131.post-59966513681442486402014-02-21T08:53:22.836-08:002014-02-21T08:53:22.836-08:00Your girls are so sweet, and they so have their ma...Your girls are so sweet, and they so have their mamas beautiful eyes :) My cousin has her little girl in cloth diapers too, and they come in such adorable fabrics and prints now! I think that hardest part about young children for me, those learning to speak, is that I have absolutely no idea what they are saying. You can see them trying to communicate their thoughts and ideas, and the frustration when it's just not coming across. And then mom or dad pops in and translates and all is well and right with the world! Celhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17871879969054133260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3659636033906880131.post-13667734064502188102014-02-21T00:02:29.562-08:002014-02-21T00:02:29.562-08:00ah I really enjoyed this post. So many great photo...ah I really enjoyed this post. So many great photos and I got some fun giggles out of sweet Lucy! You sure are an amazing mom Heather to your beautiful girls. I'm always in such awe at how wonderful life truly is especially when you throw cute babies into the mix. I adore Lucy's cute outfit at the park. What a fun color combo and those cute little boots!!! baby boots are just the best. Polly's eyes are so majestic to me, like she's an ancient soul with so much to teach us all. such wisdom. such pure love and light. that first picture of her just captured my heart.WOW! Thank you for bringing these sweet little gems into the world! <3red moon arrowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028068418158862166noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3659636033906880131.post-7252198198919061492014-02-20T04:26:08.489-08:002014-02-20T04:26:08.489-08:00Oh Heather, how amazingly beautiful! And hard some...Oh Heather, how amazingly beautiful! And hard some days, but a gift beyond gifts! I have so many questions. The common one: I can't imagine my heart bursting again as much as it did with my first babe--how could it? But it must right? How do you do the postpartum recovery with a toddler around? Everyone says you feel more relaxed and less anxious with your second--has this been true for you? And are you family bedding with Polly and if so is Lucy out of the bed now? How do you get anything done if naps are not at the same time? So many more, but I'll stop there. My first is just 5 months now so it's all so hard to imagine! But lordy, these photos are the most precious, and darling Polly and her glowing eyes...lenanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3659636033906880131.post-16752725738780922062014-02-19T13:27:01.160-08:002014-02-19T13:27:01.160-08:00Your little girls are wonderful! Love TinaYour little girls are wonderful! Love TinaTina Dawnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08674608813791302494noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3659636033906880131.post-50157240443106189132014-02-19T13:21:34.435-08:002014-02-19T13:21:34.435-08:00So cute Heath!!! I am so happy that you are doing...So cute Heath!!! I am so happy that you are doing so well with 2 under 2. It was hard for me....but I was by myself since Brian was at work and no family around. <br />Your girls are so beautiful and wonderful...no wonder...look who their mommy is. :)Kimberlyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05107875761609151400noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3659636033906880131.post-7773725623104579742014-02-19T09:44:23.116-08:002014-02-19T09:44:23.116-08:00awwwww that little polly with her round little fac...awwwww that little polly with her round little face and wide eyed looks!! she is sooo taking everything in! i love all the outfits and lucy going down the slide in her yellow dress. it seems all is as it should be the magic and craziness of having babies! i love it all. and lucys pic of her crying is the BEST! i'm such a mean auntie. I love a good sad face, always makes me smile anyways :) I totally forgot about not being able to leave the little ones alone together. I remember I would put bella in the crib and shut the door, or even just set her in the car seat and bring in the bathroom with me, to even putting on a movie for jare just to sit on the pot for one moment. the things you have to resort to. you guys look so adorable. and on another note I just notice my comment on your last blog is missing. i did do that one from my phone but still it makes me sad. thanks so much for writing out baby scouts coming and emmy and joey becoming sweet parents. i love it all xoxooxo Amy Beattyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08449123714163750723noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3659636033906880131.post-65597732754711070622014-02-19T09:14:04.658-08:002014-02-19T09:14:04.658-08:00Gosh, between you and your sister, I am just absol...Gosh, between you and your sister, I am just absolutely torn on having children myself. Haha! <br />ashleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07524272138217529047noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3659636033906880131.post-2887762895083235922014-02-19T08:55:25.422-08:002014-02-19T08:55:25.422-08:00I had a dream about you last night. I was giving b...I had a dream about you last night. I was giving birth and you and Emily were there and I was like "Man, I'm really glad you guys are here to be my doulas!" What a funny dream. I woke up before the baby was born. There was also something about fish and chips…<br /><br />Man if the baby was gonna be as cute as these two, I'd probably get right on it ;)<br /><br />I can't believe how big Lucy is. And that the last time I saw you she was still in the belly!!!Millahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02078509975778101344noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3659636033906880131.post-32150465006938006292014-02-19T07:25:07.377-08:002014-02-19T07:25:07.377-08:00you ladies are THEEEE cutest! love watching this f...you ladies are THEEEE cutest! love watching this family grow and bloom. Sadie Rosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07037929936382722087noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3659636033906880131.post-70193005390288262632014-02-19T03:32:45.519-08:002014-02-19T03:32:45.519-08:00i think that listing all the people i know sounds ...i think that listing all the people i know sounds like something that would calm me down too. I hope your good days to crazy days ratio just keeps improving. You mama so gracefully.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09462812305909231695noreply@blogger.com