The best-laid plans of mice and men...

When I was pregnant, I had everything planned down to the smallest detail. The biggest one was about my due date. I was due February 24 and Carys had to wait until then, so that I could take 14 weeks of maternity leave and not return to school until the fall. Well...

"The best-laid plans of mice and men often go awry"-John Steinbeck

I knew when she came 20 days early that there was a reason...why did I have to go back to work the last month of school? Well I firmly believe it was so I could meet Katey, the perfect mother and babysitter. I met Katey through a friend. Katey was interested in babysitting for the month as she has twin 2 year old daughters and thought Carys would be a good test run for seeing what life might be like with another child. She was easy to get along with and you could hear her kindness even in her voice.

Carys loved talking to Katey.

Carys loved playing with the baby toys Katey pulled out of the attic for her.
Carys loved to play with the twins, Hanna and Cora, staying awake, wanting to be a part of the action.

Hanna and Cora turned into litte helpers, helping with bottles and rocking the "bebe" to sleep.

Hanna even read to Carys.

When Carys had tummy time, Cora joined in.

The twins even shared their special Elmo chair.Katey discovered how much Carys likes to stand and put her in a standing bouncer. Looks like we need to buy one!

By the end, Carys was very adjusted and going to Katey's was as comfortable as being at home.

One thing is for sure, Carys was always happy and sleepy from a full day of activities. We are blessed to have Miss Katey, Hanna and Cora in our lives.