NEW SITTER

Our original sitter decided she needed a week off for surgery. She thought that a week would be sufficient for a hysterectomy. I figure it will be 6-8 weeks since that is about the time they give for a C-section and this is major surgery. Considering the doctor said shew wouldn't be able to lift anything, I would rather not leave my small child in her care. I was getting an uneasy feeling about leaving Madison there anyhow considering she has 5 boys and with them returning to middle school and high school I feared they could be Swine Flu carriers.

The news says 90 million could die this winter from this flu outbreak, which is up from the average amount of deaths due to the common flu. NERVOUS! We are flying to AZ Labor Day weekend, and I am nervous about that! I bought a carrier for the car seat, and I am looking for the TINY size masks to put on Madison. I figure if we sit in the middle seat and wear masks no one will want to sit by us, at leas that is what I am hoping for.

So since we switched sitters I have noticed a HUGE difference. My friends mom is watching Madison. She is such a positive glowing person. I am extremely excited. She has a one story house, it is clean, it doesn't smell, and she is just warm and inviting. The first day Madison had 3 naps and ate a good amount (double what she would eat at the other sitters). Plus she wasn't attached to a binky when I picked her up. I feel comfortable when I leave her knowing she will be safe.

She even slept through the night, which was a huge break for me. Things are good. Although, I am going to miss seeing my best good friend and her adorable 2 year old son everyday when I would pick up Madison. He is precious! I am excited for the days when Madison can play with other kids... oh whoa! GERMS I cannot wait!