Monday Sloan got her very first taste of solids.  For the past couple of weeks she hasn’t been sleeping her usual 8 hour stretch – but rather getting up two or three times a night.  I figured it all meant she was going through a growth spurt, but after talking to my pediatrician, he recommended I start her on solids to help her sleep a little longer at night and get back to her regular routine.

She was elated to get her first taste of oatmeal baby cereal…

…until it hit her tongue.  She was not impressed.

Tuesday I got hit with another cold.  Round two of sickness.  I find it ironic that I haven’t been sick for 11 months before this first cold, and then I get sick twice in two weeks.  I guess I deserved it.  I had been too lucky for almost a year.  So, like the week before, we laid low again.  I basically tried to get healthy and keep Sloan from getting infected.  We did venture out of the house – once to get more Diet Coke and banana bread bagels and the other to drop off a “get well” gift to my sister-in-law who had surgery this week.

On a brighter note, my project down in Orem is starting to take shape.  Carpet, paint, and a few other finishes were completed this week. I can’t wait to see the wood wall treatment when we get the custom signage installed..

We kept up with the solids – as each day went by she got more and more comfortable with the whole concept.

Wednesday [Earth Day] was my worst day – in terms of my cold.  I felt pretty miserable and had Activity Days later in the evening and when I got home around 6:00 – Zach had a bath running and waiting for me.  Complete with a candle, a good book, and a Diet Coke.  He just gets me.

Unfortunately, starting solids didn’t help Sloan’s sleeping situation.  I am convinced she is teething.  The restless nights, the slobber…

I have a feeling a tooth or two will be making an appearance some time soon.

Friday, considering I was still ill, I convinced Zach to get take-out from Brio and watch the Bruce Jenner interview with Diane Sawyer once Sloan got to sleep.  I’ll keep my comments to myself on the whole situation, but it was very entertaining to two very big Kardashian fans.  We’re still guessing what Bruce’s new female name is going to be.  Bets are on for Brenda and Brittney.  Maybe Britney [one T – like Ms. Spears].

Saturday the three of us went out to lunch for some Mexican food and did some chores around the house.  Zach had a late hockey game – so Sloan and I partied hard until her bed time.

Sunday, after our brief church visit…

 We had dinner at my aunt and uncle’s house down in South Jordan.  Clam chowder – perfect for a rainy Sunday dinner.

These last two weeks have made me extremely grateful for my health.  I totally take good health for granted and feel so lucky I have avoided sickness until recently.  I haven’t been able to exercise or have a solid night’s sleep in a while – I can’t believe the difference those make in my daily routine.

I am also grateful for a husband, and very best friend, who suffers through a week of last minute meals and a wife on low battery power.  And also…the bag of forgotten Mini Cadbury Eggs I found in my pantry this week.