Daddy?

Reed's been having a difficult time understanding Neil's travel schedule. And I seem to be unsuccessful explaining it to him. He's only 2 and doesn't really understand why his Daddy is gone so much. It breaks my heart when he calls for him in the morning or sees to UPS man and thinks it's his dad (this is the only guy he does that for...I guess he does have Neil's frame). But I'm at a loss at a good way to explain it in a way that Reed will understand. We've tried FaceTime and Skype when Neil's on the road. Sometimes it goes well and sometimes it doesn't. In fact, I'd say the majority of the time it just makes it more difficult on Reed because he doesn't understand why his Daddy is on the tv and not here. But then other times we chat and he's fine, ending the conversation with kisses for his Daddy (makes my heart smile).

I miss Neil, too. It's just not the same when he's gone. I'm praying that the Lord will help me to be not be terrified of handling a 2 year old, newborn and two dogs in a mere 5 months. Neil has assured me that his travel schedule will be back to our "normal" by then...but I have to admit I'm still afraid that I'll be completely overwhelmed. I'm thankful to have my family close but don't want to burn them out either. God knows the situation and I take comfort in that.

Reed's growing up fast! You can see his little mind working things out and learning more about how the world works. It's so amazing to witness. He's turning into quite the little boy (definitely not a baby and barely a toddler anymore!).

Trying to prepare myself for Reed's adenoidectomy and tonsillectomy a week from Thursday. I've been prepped to expect the worse but am praying that he does well and it's not as horrible as they say it could be. Already praying and trying to fatten the boy up this next week! His appetite just isn't that great...I think the "thick" throat makes it hard for him to eat. Poor thing...he really needs the surgery and I'm thankful we'll be able to have it done before the Spring/Summer.

Praising God for all His amazing blessings!