A new start

After much deliberation have decided to start afresh instead of continuing on my aborted attempt at blogging on msn. For one - the msn service was trying too hard to be everything at once. The day I want so much information on one page I'll start my own web site, thank you. Blogger also seemed to be the majority choice amongst friends and acquaintances. So here I am again, with a renewed attempt at serious blogging.

The other decision I've made is to make all blog entries live/online. I dont think posting earlier drafted and edited entries is the right way. Having broadband now also takes away the cost implications of dial up.

So, what has happened this week? Yes, the highlight - I'm 10 weeks into motherhood right now. That's 2 mnths+ already! Time sure flies. Had been for my first mom's bible study session yesterday, only, we had a picnic at the park instead, on account of one of the mom's leaving for Australia. Many thanks to Ruth for introducing me to the group. I do appreciate that I'm the youngest 'mom' around. Most are with toddlers and some are second even third time mothers. But I think I can learn a lot being around those more experienced ones. Especially away from home and family these interactions are really going to be beneficial.

Being around mothers and kids also scares me - does being a mother come naturally to one? I'm really awkward around babies and kids. Will I overcome that once I have one of my own? Do books tell u all the right things to do? How do u handle kids that refuse to eat? Do you be stern and and inflexible or do u cajole them into listening to you. Oh, that impressionable age - I dont want to get it (any of it) wrong!

Was nauseated the day before at night time, perfect to ruin one's sleep. I should be getting over it soon I think although Ruth made a sensible observation the other day - If you are sick you should be happy because that means everything is alright.

Dropped in at Smita's place for lunch, after calling in at the last minute. She's so accomodating.