Smiling Baby!

My first week back to work went well, but I have to admit I'm glad it's over! I miss my little bit so much during the day, but luckily my job keeps me busy enough that I don't have time to dwell on how much I miss her. She's been doing well with Ray and the babysitter absolutely loves her!

I've started working out again which feels wonderful! I forgot how good exercise makes me feel! I worked out throughout my entire pregnancy, but I am still very much out of shape. I can't even do a sit up! I tried to run a little bit yesterday and I didn't last very long and my legs are so sore. At least I can see my body slowly shrinking back to its normal size and I know I'll be back to my old self (or close to it) in a few months!

Mackenzy has been smiling in her sleep for about a month now and she's been smiling with a purpose for about 2 weeks. Every time she smiles I don't have my camera ready, but this morning she was extremely happy and gave me enough time to go and find my camera!

She's 8 weeks old today and weighs 9 lbs 14 oz... we're getting close to 10 lbs! Finally! She's been sleeping for about 4 hour stretches at night which gives me some sleep and she is becoming more awake and alert during the day. She can follow us as we move around the room, hold small objects for short period of time, support her body weight when she attempts to stand, and she is getting better at sitting up. She can even hold a conversation with you when you talk to her! She's growing so fast and I find myself wishing my workdays to go by faster so that I can go home to see how much she has changed.