Sleep? What sleep?

It has been a long week.

I have a half-written post in honor of Thomas's 4-month birthday (which was Wednesday) and I will post it this weekend when I get all pictures in, but the truth is that our darling boy spent last weekend & early this week suffering through his first cold (courtesy of the Canadian government with André as the intermediary). Then, after several naps in his crib at the beginning of the week, (and I suspect as a result of being uncomfortable and unable to breathe well) little T decided that the best and only way to sleep is in my arms. This has been, um, challenging. Let's just say that there have been a lot of tears in this house since Wednesday and not all of them have been Thomas's.

And then Thomas got his 4-month immunizations today. Worse than the needles was his interrupted (nascent) nap schedule. Take my advice and avoid immunizing over-tired 4-month-olds whenever possible.

It hasn't been pretty. I even realized that I had (unconsciously) given up napping in some sort of weird attempt to show solidarity with André (since he has to work). When we realized this odd quirk last night André was quick to point out that he also doesn't have to wake up to feed Thomas.

Sigh. The problem with fatigue is that it skews decision-making.

So the plan is for everyone to take lots of naps and recover from colds & shots. Hopefully we will start next week off in better shape - wish us luck!

OH!! P.S. The major part of the kitchen is done - lights in, painted & everything. It's not only usable but stunning. Now all we need are the three new windows - but that's for next week or the week after. Pictures to follow.