Busy bees

This was one of those weekends that was busier than the week.  I love what I do, so it's great, just a bit tiring.  But I hadn't realized til this weekend the impact on the older kids; they were fine with having a new baby brother, but are having a harder time (especially Ari) with my transition back to work.  Being on bed rest meant that I was physically present all the time, even if I couldn't play with them; now, I'm just not at home as much.

That said, it was great to be a mom and rabbi both at Pajama Havdallah on Saturday night.  A congregant gifted me with the most adorable pink PJs, which I wore to the amusement of all the kids.

Ari the pajama SuperMensch.

While I was working on Saturday day, Jonathan took all three boys and they sliced up potatoes and made homemade potato chips and French fries.  He also took everyone food shopping, and then they all went to Tim's house for a playdate with the twins ("I am forever grateful," he says). Thank goodness I have such a supportive husband, he makes my profession possible!