Week 7

Here it is, our 7-week anniversary of life in Prague. I still feel very much like a newcomer, but both Brandon and I have commented on how relatively "normal" life feels. We still don't have phone, tv or rugs but we do have internet, curtains and a car for me. I think the "haves" far outway the "have nots"! This week is the first since we arrived where I actually have something scheduled every day. I can't believe that I'll be getting out of the house at least once each day. Today, I finally (and successfully) drove downtown by myself. I went to an "International Women's Association of Prague" meeting. It seems like a good way to get involved in a variety of activities, but I'm still not sure it's for me.

I had to have a new babysitter, Lucy, come while I was out. She told me Lydia cried about 1 hour. She never does this, so I have to ask... is Lucy out or do I just have Ms. Crabby-pants on my hands today? Apparently, it all started when Lucy wouldn't let Lydia walk with (and suck on) Nellie's leash. Yes, my darling little girl has quite a strong will and is developing quite the ability to toss her temper about. All this at only 14 months. Oh, how I can't wait for the TRUE "terrible twos" to kick in!