All by Myself- and Ella- and the cats

Chad went with his boss to Washington today to help him build something (a shed or garage or something I don't know) for a family member. He will be gone until Saturday or Sunday. It was kind of a spur of the moment decision, but he wanted to help. I should be fine. I bought pudding and hostess cupcakes at the store to have while Chad is gone. I totally do that thing that you are not suppose to, rewarding yourself with food. If something is different or potentially stressful, or if I just think I might possibly deserve something special- I buy food. Thank goodness for a healthy metabolism. Anyway-I have things planned almost everyday. Ella does have a cold, so night times could be long. Hopefully the Dimatapp and humidifier will do the trick. Last night she had a horrible time staying asleep. I was really hurting with aches and heartburn junk. Chad took care of her through the night when she needed help getting back to sleep. I tried to hold her and rock her, but it just made my ribs and back hurt. She finally was able to stay asleep at 2am. I really don't know how single parents do it. I think they must always feel wiped out. I have 4 doctor visits left before this baby gets here. I see her every week now until the delivery! I have been wanting to buy some Dreft and wash his clothes, but will save that until we get closer. Maybe I'll put my mom or sister in charge of that when they get here. He won't need everything at once! Here are some pictures from Christmas that I got back today. Ella in her Christmas dress and out in the snow. It was hard to get a picture of Ella in her dress, as you can see. She was not interested in holding still in front of the tree!