Back to the grind!

I guess it's a bit of stretch since I'm only back to work for 3 days a week but, I have to say it was a bit nerve-wracking being back to work after 13 months of maternity leave.  I did sleep last night so I wasn't too worried about the day but, now I just need to get my body out of "maternity leave" mode.  It was a great first day back and I'm actually looking forward to getting back into more of a routine.  The kids are at a wonderful dayhome and that makes life much easier.  Working part-time makes things even better because I get to be home with my children more than I'm away.

I had to leave quite early for work and Dania wasn't up before I left.  When she woke up she asked Graham where I was and he told her that I had gone to work.  Her next question was, "Is Mommy bringing home the bacon too?".  Daddy's reply was "Yes".  Her next statement was, "But Daddy, Mommy doesn't even like bacon!".  The things that come out of that child's mouth just make me laugh.

Work is about an hour long drive each way but, it isn't so bad.  It gets to be my time when I can listen to whatever music I want, as loud as I want, and it gives me time to just be with me.  The drive home is always a bit longer but, that gives me more time to de-stress after my day.  I'm very lucky that Daddy is able to drop off and pick up the kids at daycare so I don't feel rushed to get home at a certain time.

Just wanted to let everyone know that the first day back wasn't so bad and I'm looking forward to getting back into a routine.  I do miss the kids when I'm at work but, I certainly will appreciate them even more when I am at home.  Hope everyone had a good day and is enjoying 2011 so far!!  I'll keep you updated on how things are going with being back to work!!