Why the guilt?

I miss you, Ava.

So the Infectious disease unit told us that we are not to expose Willow to Avalon any more than necessary. They actually suggested that we keep them apart as much as possible because Willow's disease is infectious and can cause boils (hence, the ID men wore gowns and gloves when inspecting her.)

And, fortunately, we have a loving family who are more than willing to take Avy overnight and look after her.

So why is it that I sit here after being single-child Mum for a day feeling guilty? What is it with Motherhood that makes you think that you need to do it all? I could look after Avy as well, but it would be hard to keep her and Willow apart. I'm so grateful for Craig's Mum and Dad and their help. If only I could shake this feeling that I should either be

a) doing something better than writing a blog and/or

b) looking after the people that I brought into this world by myself.

It certainly feels like I'm taking advantage. Especially since Willow isn't acting like a sick child - all sooky and needy.

But I've made a resolve that I'll get up out of this chair and enjoy the added freedom of my night. 

I think I'll do some more laundry.