Eight weeks ago, I gave birth to my little girl. Tonight, I get ready to go back to work for the first time in nearly 3 months. Wow. I have been out of work for a quarter of a year. It is surreal. I am looking forward to being back at work, to Jay having a week alone with his daughter, but sad for how quickly the time has already flown by.

Mara is smiling on demand now and it is the cutest thing ever. She continues to be alert and attentive. She follows your every move and wants your attention. Last night she slept from 9 until 5:30. It was bliss (unlike the night before when she woke up every hour on the hour).