My Last Day of Sabbatical

Day 56:

Today was my last day of sabbatical, Conor. It's been a wonderful time to take out of work and focus on the Lion Heart; this new start to my life. On the one hand I'm looking forward to it. I do enjoy my work and the camaraderie of colleagues. Though on the other hand, you're far more important to me and I've quite enjoyed spending each and every day with you - watching you grow before my very eyes.

Yes Conor, tomorrow it's back to the grind. Up early, home late, and a slave to my iPhone and the information it brings me for the job that I do. Still, as bittersweet as it is, I will work harder and longer because of you... But I'll play hard, too. I'll play hard for you and with you. I promise. And I'll do it to be sure that you want for nothing (within reason - don't get crazy).

I'm very much enjoying my small projects for you. I love writing to you, I've started writing a new series of books because of you, and I love pairing your pictures with music. It's easy to do and fun to create, so on days when I have a bit of time (I imagine will be getting fewer and fewer), I'll continue to expand upon this blog and include fun little gadgets. As seen in the menu bar on the right...

Anyhow, despite my anxiousness in readying myself to get back on the job, I was all to happy to enjoy some time with family today. Your Great Aunt Helene came for a visit and spent several hours loving on you... Mommy had things to do so she was able to visit for while, but then me and your Great Aunt sat and chatted and laughed...... She fed you twice, burped you bunches, and doted on you and how special you are. It was a fun visit. She has six Grandchildren of her own, and now one more nephew to visit... I imagine you're going to be seeing a good bit of your Great Aunt!

Well Boy'O, I'm due to retire for the night, Son... And so are you. And the Lion Heart needs rest! For you've got a lot of growing to do, and you're going to have to work harder still in being a good boy for Mommy while I'm back to work. And I know you will, Conor. My Conor an Chroí Lion...

Love you, Son.
-Dad

By the way, here's one of those videos. I hope you love it as much as I do