Adjusting
Cillian will be 11 weeks already come Saturday. We’re adjusting to our new routines and sleep schedules. Last night we actually got a 6 hr stretch of sleep. Most nights we’re lucky to get 4; but some nights he is still up every couple of hours. So the 6 was nice. For all the lack of sleep, fussy periods, and wailing, it’s been worth every second. It’s a blessing to see all the little and big changes- dude is over 15 lbs already! I’m still working on balancing out my own schedule with work, training, and finding times to do things I enjoy/need to support my mental health. My training is looking really different these days and I’m okay with that. I’m slowly building strength in my knee, but I still don’t trust it fully. That will take time. I recognize the impact it has on my physical skills. I’m realizing I will have to relearn certain foundational things like my stances and kicks. ...