New Job, New Adventure!

Hooray for great people! I had a choice when we moved back to Portland. Either go back into the Medical Billing field that I have been in since 2006 (off and on), or find a very part-time Nanny position. Ben's schedule is a little... off, so I had to find a job that still allowed us to have time together, other than every other weekend.

I got a call from someone whom, when I interviewed, I never thought I would hear from. And now I work for him and his wife watching their two beautiful daughters.

**Out of respect, I will not post details of the family's life on this blog for their privacy.**

The parents are amazing. Very involved in the lives of the children as much as possible. We are in constant contact throughout the day (a new thing for me as a nanny). I love taking pictures of what we are doing and sending them, and they love seeing what we are doing. Living in Portland, it rains a lot. So, finding fun things to do when we have to stay indoors has been fun. The oldest, who is 4, is very imaginative. She's also very clever. "My mom lets me..." is the best one and it is used more times than not. I've called her out on all of them. The younger child, who turns 2 next month, is a riot. She loves to laugh and play along with her sister.

In September, there will be a newborn in the mix! They find out the sex of the baby tomorrow- we are all hoping boy!

I've been blessed this time. I work about 2-3 days per week, which allows me to see Ben in the mornings of the days I have off. I never will work a weekend (unless it's for a date night), which is a bonus. They are very respectful of my time and if the dad is even 10 min late coming home, he does send a text letting me know how much longer he has on his commute. Our days are filled with laughter, Teddy Grahams and lots and lots of bubbles! I already know I won't be with this family for long term. They do plan on moving to Bend, OR to be closer to family. But, they don't see that happening too soon since the economy isn't so great and job availability is slim. Until then, going to count my blessings, enjoy every moment I can and love life even more!

** 05.23.11 Update **

It's a boy!! When Ben asked the oldest what she wants to name him, her response was, "We can't name him until he gets here." I just laughed.
Also, they took their house off the market- no moving! Yay!