I wonder if they'll send me advertising money for this brief marketing plug....doubtful. Oh the sweet sounds of rain water hitting those puddles. We've read in various books, and heard from several family members and friends, that babies love white noise. This piece of information you may already know and use, but it has been monumental in securing some peaceful sleep for Jenny and me. But, before I go getting all "idealistic" on you (which I tend to do quite often), I'll stop before saying that it is the cure-all. It's just simply been a great tool to help lull Mr. Ari to sleep here recently. New mothers/fathers, download the app.; it will change your life. Is that too idealistic?
Yesterday was a big day for us, as we took an opportunity to run some errands throughout the day. Ari loves the car...when it's moving. Generally, he does well with being in his car seat and riding in the car, but, boy, don't stop for too long at a stop light. Seriously, shouldn't they make an "I've got a baby on board and need to keep my car moving" lane! We've got lanes for everything else, right? Carpool lanes, bus lanes, bike lanes, turn lanes, passing lanes through the mountains, "out of control semi coming down the mountains" lanes...baby lanes. It makes perfect sense to me. Where was I? Venturing out seems freeing at this point. Ari still needs to eat every 2-3 hours throughout the day, but it just seems easier when it takes place at home. So, we worked it out fairly well so that we could leave right after he ate both times yesterday. It was successful.
As I write this, Ari is beginning to stir from his nap. I am reminded how the last three weeks has taught me how selfish I have become. When Jenny and I got married four years ago, it was a big step from "singlehood" (coined!) into considering another person on a continual basis. I was refined and made aware of how selfish I had become. But, let me tell you something (that many of you reading may have already found out). Parenthood REALLY brings out the selfish nature that can reside within us. When we got married, as much as my insecurities at the time may have convinced me, Jenny was not dependent upon me. If anything, her independence was what drew me to her. When Ari was born, he, naturally and understandably, was and is fully dependent on Jenny and me. My sleep in exchange for his development has taught me, to a greater level, the love that Jesus has for us. Now, I am in no way comparing my sacrifice of sleep to what happened on the Cross. I am simply saying that it allows me a glimpse into my selfishness and allows me to experience a deep love for my child like Jesus has for us. I am thankful for this refining time.
You may now be drowsy from reading my ramblings. Here's where you go from this point. Download the app., Sleep Pillow, and enjoy uninterrupted, glorious sleep.
Colby
No comments:
Post a Comment