Apparently Camper woke up at 4:30 this morning. I say apparently because I was completely asleep, and my wonderful husband not only got up and played with him, fed him, and changed him…but also seemed pretty happy about it. I woke up right before six, at which time I took the Bubbs downstairs to get him fed and make John’s lunch for the day. Bubbs would NOT EAT the yogurt/peaches/oatmeal concoction I made, although he’s been eating something similar every morning for about a week. He ended up eating a little bit of sweet potato, Cheerios, and banana pieces. Methinks he wanted to feed himself. Sigh. He was also very sad to see John go to work, which although pathetic, is also nice to see. I love it when he wants to be near his Daddy.
The second gift my lovely husband gave me today was Bubby’s early nap. Because he was up at 4:30am, he went down at 7am, and slept until 9:30. It was early enough in the day that I went right back to bed. Thus, slept in TWO TIMES. The rainy weather and Bubby’s long nap have left me feeling relaxed about the day, which is not usually how I feel about days in general. I’m the “get it done and get it done now!” kind of person. But today we’re just relaxing, doing some chores, cuddling (Camper is breaking the second top tooth I think, which means he’s uber clingy) and some reading. This afternoon I am teaching a new piano student her first lesson, which is always fun. So yes. I think it will be a good day.
And in honor of this good day, I think I’m going to tell the interweb some things I love about John. Because he is very lovable.
1) He calls me by my name. I know that might sound weird, but I very rarely hear him say (or write) “my wife,” and that makes me feel like he really thinks of my as an individual. I’ve always loved that about him.
2) I think if I were to get into Harvard Divinity, he’d be more excited that I would be. And I’d be REALLY excited. He very sincerely supportive of my happiness.
3) He brings me treats sometimes.
4) He really listens when I talk. If I say, “I talked to friend x today,” he’ll say, “Oh, the one that went to (insert school here) that you met (insert location here).” He remembers pretty much everything I tell him, to the point that if he’s not on top of something I told him I know he’s sick.
5) He would probably be happy being a cuddly sleeper, but he always gives me space in bed. I can’t sleep with anyone touching me/breathing on me/looking at me. He lets me hog the bed and the covers.
6) Every since we very first brought Camper home (and even before) he’s been very concerned about the sleep I get. He will often go without himself just so that I can have a little extra. I told him once, “The only uninterrupted sleep is the sleep you give me,” and I mean it. The best sleep I have is when I know that my husband is looking after our son. Apparently, even if I don’t know. I slept pretty well this morning!
7) He is NOT a petty person. If I get something new for myself, or have a fun day out, he’s not the type to feel like I owe him. He’s just happy I had a good time. (Usually I’m the one who then encourages him to get something new or go somewhere fun, just to “even it out.” But he’s taught me that marriage isn’t about getting all the same things, it’s about getting what you need, a little of what you want, which is different for different people.)
8 )He sings to Bubbs. All the time.
9) He will do what he has to do to provide for his family, even working jobs he rather not take. That makes me feel very secure, and very loved.
10) He’s serious about his master’s program. He’s finally found the path that will help him work toward his goals, and he’s going for it. I think it’s awesome, and it reminds me of how we were when we first met each other, before marriage and babies entered into the picture. Reclaiming your path while being a husband and a father is a challenging thing to do, and I’m so glad he’s up for it.
Ok, the Bubbs is making weird raptor noises and looking at me like, “Hey! Hold me!” so I think ten will suffice for now.
I love you John.
Tags: Bubbs, day to day life, John
Erin! I do it to my brother all the time. It’s because you are on my “Favorites” list I think, so I’m in that menu a lot! Let’s def have a phone chatty! I think of you all the time!
I remember that conversation…bears were involved as well! The next time I call them after they’ve seen one, they’ll say…”Remember that time we promised Erin there weren’t any?” He He
Haha! I love the raptor noises…. cute post!