Saturday, October 2, 2010

Back to work




My first week back to work went much better than I could have ever dreamed. It was one of the most difficult things I have ever done but my little Ryan did wonderful (as you can see from the happy pictures I posted). Ryan's grandparents were so wonderful and came to be with her this past week, which made it much easier for mom. She played and played. Again, the evidence is in the pictures.



God was very faithful and provided a very easy, and even exciting week back to work. I started back on pediatric cardiology and am loving it! It is fascinating, the kids and families are amazing and I am learning so much! Cardiology was probably one of my weakest areas of knowledge and comfort, therefore my education had no where to go but up :-). I cannot even begin to describe what some of these children, and their families, go through. Some surgery after surgery, medicines, tests, etc. They truly are heroes. It was a week that reminded me why I love what I do. Thank you Father! Don't hear me wrong, I would much prefer to be with my little girl. However, I am thankful God provided me an experience back that solidified the many ways He created me. If only I could strap my little girl on my back and take her to work :-) Love to all!


Sunday, September 26, 2010

All Smiles



I haven't posted in a some time because I have been enjoying every minute of my little girl and my last full days at home. I start back work tomorrow and don't really know how I feel about it. Overall, I am sad...I am going to miss Ryan so very much. She is so much fun! She is smiling all of the time (I tried to upload a video of her smiling but it is currently too big...hopefully will be up on the blog soon). I also included some great smile pictures. I'm convinced she gets prettier everyday. I also completely understand the saying, "you fall more in love with them everyday." :-) I am so thankful we found a nanny whom we adore and trust. Going back to work is hard enough but knowing she is good hands helps tremendously.

Over the past 6 weeks God has also reminded me he created me for another purpose other than wife and mother, doctor. I do miss working and I truly love what I am learning to do. Now that I am a mother, it completely changes my heart as a pediatrician, I hope for the better. However, I am not excited about the year to come and how much it will take me away from Matthew and Ryan. Prayers are greatly appreciated tomorrow and for the months ahead!