week 13

One of the most surprising things about motherhood at this stage is how relationally connected I feel to Elise.  I used to think young babies were just really cute dependent blobs but I actually feel like I am connecting with an individual with a unique personality.  She always lights up whenever she sees me and I spend a good chunk of the day just talking to her.  Her eyes track me as I walk all over the room and I just know that she loves me, just as I love her.  I love being a mom.

refusing to sleep...as usual