First week back at work

May 8, 2009

So, it was my first week back at work, from my maternity leave. Wow, it kind of sucked! Not only did I actually have to put real clothes on everyday (as opposed to sweats or pajama’s), I had to start waking up at the ungodly hour of 4:30AM!!! I have never been a morning person, I have always had a really hard time waking up, and thus far in our marriage, Collin has been the designated waker-upper. However, I now get up earlier than Collin does, so this huge responsibility is now all mine.

We’re trying to get into a set schedule, in the hopes that our mornings run smoothly. This hasn’t happened yet, so at 6:45 each morning, I’m frantically running around trying to make lunches, brush my teeth, and make sure I have everything I’ll need for the day. All the while, my super-hubby is calmly asking what he can help with. I totally envy his calmness and patience, but I wouldn’t have it any other way!

The first day I dropped Elyana off at WBB’s house, I cried the whole way there, as I handed her off, then cried even harder as she started to cry with me! Thankfully, Elyana was asleep, so she couldn’t watch me walking away. The day was difficult, but we all lived through it. A few hours at night just doesn’t seem like enough time to spend with our Elyana. We find ourselves wanting to keep her awake as long as possible so we can get just one more smile before she drifts off to sleep for the night.

It just so happens that I chose to return to work on the very same day that the economy reared it’s ugly head at my workplace. Unfortunately, many people were laid off that day. Fortunately, I was not one of them. We are praying fervently (is that the right word?) that my job will not be affected. My feelings are so mixed as I want more than anything to stay home with Elyana, and at the same time, I’m praying that I won’t lose my job. Needless to say, it has been a stressful week and it has gone by very quickly.

In other news, Collin and I discovered the world of Twitter (twitter.com)! At first, I scoffed at Twitter and all of it’s tweeting glory, but now I’m addicted. I realized that you can follow your favorite bands (Third Day, Mercy Me), talk show hosts (Oprah, Ellen and Jimmy Fallon) and random people (Ryan Seacrest and Tina Fey). It’s kind of fun to get little updates on the lives of people you really don’t know. However, I was sad to see that I couldn’t find any friends, as those are the updates I really care about. So, come on, people – let’s Twitter! You can find and follow me (kymarpo) and Collin (Pollockphotos). We would love to hear about your exciting and even not-so-exciting activities.

Have a great weekend!!!


Posted by KyPo | Filed Under Blog 

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One Response to “First week back at work”

  1. corrie on May 9th, 2009 12:05 am

    Yep, I do have twitter but is anyone really interested in what I do? I doubt it! Loved your post about the zit on your nose…haha! I needed a laugh.

    I’m glad you made it through your first week. I’m sorry about the layoffs. That just plain sucks. I will pray for your job security and for you all as you continue to adjust to this latest life change.

    We love you guys!

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