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Murphy's Law

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Murphy's Law: a supposed law of nature, expressed in various humorous popular sayings, to the effect that anything that can go wrong will go wrong.  Murphy's Law is the law of the land when your spouse heads out of town. Whether it be Uncle Sam that takes them away, a business trip, urgent family matters, or even a getaway weekend with friends. When you are by yourself for those few days what can go wrong, will go wrong.  Since I'm a military spouse though, that's what I can speak on. When a temporary duty assignment away from home comes up, the faucet will break, your car will flash on a check engine light, and your pets and children will decide havoc is their middle name.  I recently had one of those days. Our baby was fussy for several days, and it's bittersweet. I won't lie and say solo parenting is a breeze, it does have its challenges. But we also know it won't be like this for long. After a long day in the office, I bring her home and set in to nurse