Thursday, December 13, 2007

thoughts on being a father


it's been over two weeks now since olivia was born and both karen and i are so tired, stressed and exhausted

those of you that have travelled and have experienced jetlag

it's just like having really severe jetlag..... permanently

altho' still feeling the joy, excitement and amazement of being a father, reality has set in

raising and caring for a child is no easy task

priorities and responsibilities have been reordered

suddenly my shoulders feel a lot heavier

do not get me wrong

i still feel like i'm the luckiest guy in the world and i'm very thankful for everything

having a child and every single moment with her is very rewarding

do not get me wrong

i'm just tired, that's all

my whole outlook and perspective for my parens has completely changed

i have now a new found appreciation, admiration and respect for my parents

being a father

being a father

2 comments:

globetrotteri said...

A little time to adjust to your new lifestyle and you'll be right as rain. I'm so happy for all you. These two photos of you with Olivia are my favorite to date.

Just imagine what things are gonna be like when she's a teen. If you think you're tired now.... ;-P

Andres said...

carrie... yup, i'm really NOT looking forward to her teenage years!