Stuff

Stuff and things. It is amazing how much they matter. Now, I'm not like my brother who really believes less is more. I do have a materialistic side and definitely enjoy my comforts. However, I never realized how exciting and important and exhausting picking out even the smallest details for a baby could be. It feels like so much relies and will change depending on what you choose. 

Now, I'm not so foolish to think that if I picked Avent over Tommee Tippee that our future child will never be able to feed and end up malnourished and scarred for life. But there is a sense of needing and wanting not just bare minimum, but the best for the tiny human you are going to be responsible for. 

Even considering all that anxiety about making the wrong decisions, all while knowing any decision as long as they have something will be okay, the process is exciting. We didn't get anything incredibly mind-blowing today. We did pick up some bottles and a sanitizer, bibs, diaper pail, a couple infant "toys", and diaper rash cream. However, I cannot even begin to relate my excitement! It is really all coming together!

I should add that during this time of shopping, Tom changed his mind and we decided to go monkey/jungle themed instead of beach themed. Since neither of us is a particularly great decorator and we would like some flow to the room. We figure going with a theme that is readily available with many options makes more sense. And the color blue on the walls fits it perfectly. :D 

We also got confirmation that we have an agency set up to do our home study, and as soon as I get my TB test, we'll be ready to go for our foster care home inspection! I realize it could still take months, but it might not, and that would just be fabulous!