Dear Averie and Declan,
Croup! Averie you have now had croup 5 times. I knew on Thursday night that you were getting sick, Averie and sure enough Friday morning Daddy and I could hear that you had croup when you coughed. Luckily you had your 4 year old well check up appointment that day and the doctor confirmed that you had croup but was able to prescribe some medicine. You had a low fever so we spent the day at home watching Caillou. You really didn't feel well took a nap and went to bed early. You woke up around 9 not being able to breath and coughing. Daddy and I took you outside because the cold air helps the swelling. You got better and then were able to go back to sleep. You still didn't feel well the rest of the weekend so we mostly stayed home and vegged out. However, you get really cranky the more TV you watch :). Monday you woke up feeling better but we stayed home from ballet just to make sure. I sure hate it when you are sick but you have such good attitude about it.
Declan you were such a joy this weekend. You have to be one of the easiest babies. You just go with the flow and are just happy to be with your family. You are so content sitting and playing with your toys. You have rolled over a few times but you are much happier to just sit or lay on your back but this weekend you would roll over to get a toy and then just roll back onto your back...HOWEVER, you wouldn't do it when I was in the room, just Averie and Daddy. As soon as I walked in you would stop. This weekend you also started dancing :). When music is on you will rock your body. It has to be one of the cutest things.
This weekend was not the weekend we planned but I am happy just to spend it with you two and Daddy.
Hugs and Kisses,
Mommy
Monday, October 24, 2011
Thursday, October 20, 2011
October 20, 2011
Dear Averie and Declan,
Today was a fun filled day because Averie it was your very FIRST field trip for school! We met your class at the pumpkin patch at The Farm. It was rainy and a cold day but we got to go in a hay maze, see farm animals, ride a hay ride and pick out a pumpkin. Averie you were excited but a bit shy and I don't think you were feeling 100% but you still had a good time. I was amazed with how grown up you were today. You are such a little lady. Declan you did so good too. You just rode a long in the front pack and were as happy as could be. To finish off the morning we had hot chocolate in the car while we ate lunch. I love being able to spend these moments with the two of you.
Tonight I had my annual pumpkin party at our house. Twenty of my friends came bringing their favorite pumpkin or apple recipes. I made a pumpkin apple soup (that was disgusting), pumpkin blondies, pumpkin enchiladas, and an apple crisp pizza (which was really good). Averie I thought that you would have a hard time going to sleep with all the noise but you fell right to sleep at 6:30, which is really early. I have a feeling that you are getting sick.
I love you both!
Mommy
Today was a fun filled day because Averie it was your very FIRST field trip for school! We met your class at the pumpkin patch at The Farm. It was rainy and a cold day but we got to go in a hay maze, see farm animals, ride a hay ride and pick out a pumpkin. Averie you were excited but a bit shy and I don't think you were feeling 100% but you still had a good time. I was amazed with how grown up you were today. You are such a little lady. Declan you did so good too. You just rode a long in the front pack and were as happy as could be. To finish off the morning we had hot chocolate in the car while we ate lunch. I love being able to spend these moments with the two of you.
Tonight I had my annual pumpkin party at our house. Twenty of my friends came bringing their favorite pumpkin or apple recipes. I made a pumpkin apple soup (that was disgusting), pumpkin blondies, pumpkin enchiladas, and an apple crisp pizza (which was really good). Averie I thought that you would have a hard time going to sleep with all the noise but you fell right to sleep at 6:30, which is really early. I have a feeling that you are getting sick.
I love you both!
Mommy
Saturday, September 24, 2011
Saturday, September 24th 2011
Happy Birthday Averie!!!
Today was your 4th birthday, you have become such a big girl. I sat and watched you sleep this morning and couldn't believe that my baby girl is already 4. You have grown into an amazing little girl with such a big kind heart. You are such a joy to be around and have such a fun personality. I sat and remembered the day you were born and how in love with you I was as soon as I laid eyes on you. You came out all goopy and crying but as soon as Daddy and I were holding you, you calmed right down and just sat and stared at the both of us. From your first day you were curious about the world and what was going on around you and that curiosity and hunger to know more hasn't changed. You have always been a happy little girl who laughs easily and is a joy to be around. I so LOVE being your Mommy!
Today we woke up and had an egg casserole and monkey bread (your favorite) for breakfast. We then packed up and headed to the zoo. It ended up being a gorgeous morning. We have spent every birthday of yours at the zoo and they have all been beautiful. We saw the bears, monkeys, elephants, penguins, giraffes and had a picnic on the grass. We then came home and got ready for your birthday party!
Your party was a princess party but we mostly just invited family, Keith and Rebekah and then 1 friend, Norah Acker. It was a great party with lots of yummy food, a chocolate chocolate princess cake and best of all you got a playhouse for the back yard. It was a great birthday party!
You are loved by so many people, most of all Daddy, Declan and me.
Happy birthday princess!!
Love you,
Mommy
Today was your 4th birthday, you have become such a big girl. I sat and watched you sleep this morning and couldn't believe that my baby girl is already 4. You have grown into an amazing little girl with such a big kind heart. You are such a joy to be around and have such a fun personality. I sat and remembered the day you were born and how in love with you I was as soon as I laid eyes on you. You came out all goopy and crying but as soon as Daddy and I were holding you, you calmed right down and just sat and stared at the both of us. From your first day you were curious about the world and what was going on around you and that curiosity and hunger to know more hasn't changed. You have always been a happy little girl who laughs easily and is a joy to be around. I so LOVE being your Mommy!
Today we woke up and had an egg casserole and monkey bread (your favorite) for breakfast. We then packed up and headed to the zoo. It ended up being a gorgeous morning. We have spent every birthday of yours at the zoo and they have all been beautiful. We saw the bears, monkeys, elephants, penguins, giraffes and had a picnic on the grass. We then came home and got ready for your birthday party!
Your party was a princess party but we mostly just invited family, Keith and Rebekah and then 1 friend, Norah Acker. It was a great party with lots of yummy food, a chocolate chocolate princess cake and best of all you got a playhouse for the back yard. It was a great birthday party!
You are loved by so many people, most of all Daddy, Declan and me.
Happy birthday princess!!
Love you,
Mommy
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
September 7th 2011 Night before Averie's first day of school
Dear Averie,
I cannot believe that tomorrow you start preschool for the first time. I have spent the day today remembering the last years and everything that we have been able to do together. We have spent countless hours going to the library, playing at our favorite parks, walking around the zoo, visiting our friends, shopping, getting hot chocolate and even cleaning. I have loved that I have been able to stay home with you these last 4 years and I wouldn't trade 1 minute of it for anything. Thank you for being my constant and best buddy.
As I watched you play at the park today I was overwhelmed with the little lady that you are becoming. You are so kind, loving and generous. Your heart is already so big and I know that as you start preschool tomorrow you will be a light in that classroom and that you will thrive. Over that last 4 years I have had to let go and let you grow up a little at a time, but tomorrow I feel like is the biggest step in letting you go and grow up. It will be the first time that someone else will be the one influencing you, teaching you, getting to spend those precious hours with you. I am sad but I know that it is time that I let you grow and I know how much you will love going to school, trying new things and making new friends.
I am so excited to share those moments after school; having you tell me what you learned, who you played with and what your favorite part of the day was. I pray that as you start school you will always be confident in who you are and who God made you to be. That you will thrive, push yourself and not be afraid to try new things. I pray that God will surround you with good friends who lift you up and whose kindness equals yours.
I love you princess and I am so excited for all that God has in store for you.
Love,
Mommy
I cannot believe that tomorrow you start preschool for the first time. I have spent the day today remembering the last years and everything that we have been able to do together. We have spent countless hours going to the library, playing at our favorite parks, walking around the zoo, visiting our friends, shopping, getting hot chocolate and even cleaning. I have loved that I have been able to stay home with you these last 4 years and I wouldn't trade 1 minute of it for anything. Thank you for being my constant and best buddy.
As I watched you play at the park today I was overwhelmed with the little lady that you are becoming. You are so kind, loving and generous. Your heart is already so big and I know that as you start preschool tomorrow you will be a light in that classroom and that you will thrive. Over that last 4 years I have had to let go and let you grow up a little at a time, but tomorrow I feel like is the biggest step in letting you go and grow up. It will be the first time that someone else will be the one influencing you, teaching you, getting to spend those precious hours with you. I am sad but I know that it is time that I let you grow and I know how much you will love going to school, trying new things and making new friends.
I am so excited to share those moments after school; having you tell me what you learned, who you played with and what your favorite part of the day was. I pray that as you start school you will always be confident in who you are and who God made you to be. That you will thrive, push yourself and not be afraid to try new things. I pray that God will surround you with good friends who lift you up and whose kindness equals yours.
I love you princess and I am so excited for all that God has in store for you.
Love,
Mommy
Monday, June 6, 2011
Monday June 6th, 2011
Dear Averie and Declan,
Today was just an "ordinary" day. I was so tired this morning that Daddy let me sleep in a little bit. After Declan you had your first nap we went to Costco to get your passport pictures and a few other things. AFter naps we went over to Alisha and Noah's house and played in their little pool and on the swing set. It was a good day to be outside and enjoy the warmth.
After dinner Averie you and Daddy rode your bike to the park and Declan you and I snuggled. It was really warm today so our upstairs was really hot. Declan you broke out of your swaddle and didn't want to go to sleep, so we had lots of snuggle time :).
I love you both!
Mommy
Today was just an "ordinary" day. I was so tired this morning that Daddy let me sleep in a little bit. After Declan you had your first nap we went to Costco to get your passport pictures and a few other things. AFter naps we went over to Alisha and Noah's house and played in their little pool and on the swing set. It was a good day to be outside and enjoy the warmth.
After dinner Averie you and Daddy rode your bike to the park and Declan you and I snuggled. It was really warm today so our upstairs was really hot. Declan you broke out of your swaddle and didn't want to go to sleep, so we had lots of snuggle time :).
I love you both!
Mommy
Sunday, June 5, 2011
Saturday June 4th and Sunday June 5th 2011
Dear Averie and Declan,
It is so hard to believe that it is already June. These last 3 months of flown by! We have really adjusted to being a family of 4. I couldn't imagine having to more wonderful loving kids. Averie you have been so sweet and loving the last few days. You love your little brother so much and get so excited to get him up and snuggle with him. You even share your "dankie" (blanket) which is your absolute favorite thing. Declan will be sitting on the boppy and you will put your blankie on him. It is so sweet of you to share.
Declan you have become such a "chunky monkey" :). You really love to eat and smile up at me while you are eating. You are such a happy little baby and smile whenever anyone smiles at you. You are really trying to roll over and keep trying to throw your shoulder. You love being on your mat but if you get left a little to long you get quite upset.
This last weekend we headed to Moses Lake to see GG and PopPop. Last weekend GG fell and broke her leg so Averie, you and I made casserole, spaghetti, and cookies to take over to them. We had a good time but Averie you had a hard time because PopPop had to keep running errands for GG. However, when he was there and playing with you your face would light up. Shortly after we got there on Saturday morning the ice cream truck came by. PopPop was so excited to get and ice cream with you (PopPop loves sugar just like you :)). You got a rainbow Popsicle and PopPop got a chocolate bar. Most of the weekend we spent playing in the backyard. Great Aunt Anita (PopPop sister) and Great Grandma Marie came by and visited with us. Daddy and I even went on a drive after you guys went to bed. We loved driving around and looking at houses. Maybe someday we will live there. Daddy and I sure miss the warm weather! Declan you also had a good time while we were there. Great Grandma Marie could get you to giggle and giggle at her. I think that made her weekend. You also slept really well which I was a bit nervous about. All in all we had a great weekend. Your grandparents sure love you guys and love spending time with you both.
I love you both more than anything and love our days together!
Love,
Mommy
It is so hard to believe that it is already June. These last 3 months of flown by! We have really adjusted to being a family of 4. I couldn't imagine having to more wonderful loving kids. Averie you have been so sweet and loving the last few days. You love your little brother so much and get so excited to get him up and snuggle with him. You even share your "dankie" (blanket) which is your absolute favorite thing. Declan will be sitting on the boppy and you will put your blankie on him. It is so sweet of you to share.
Declan you have become such a "chunky monkey" :). You really love to eat and smile up at me while you are eating. You are such a happy little baby and smile whenever anyone smiles at you. You are really trying to roll over and keep trying to throw your shoulder. You love being on your mat but if you get left a little to long you get quite upset.
This last weekend we headed to Moses Lake to see GG and PopPop. Last weekend GG fell and broke her leg so Averie, you and I made casserole, spaghetti, and cookies to take over to them. We had a good time but Averie you had a hard time because PopPop had to keep running errands for GG. However, when he was there and playing with you your face would light up. Shortly after we got there on Saturday morning the ice cream truck came by. PopPop was so excited to get and ice cream with you (PopPop loves sugar just like you :)). You got a rainbow Popsicle and PopPop got a chocolate bar. Most of the weekend we spent playing in the backyard. Great Aunt Anita (PopPop sister) and Great Grandma Marie came by and visited with us. Daddy and I even went on a drive after you guys went to bed. We loved driving around and looking at houses. Maybe someday we will live there. Daddy and I sure miss the warm weather! Declan you also had a good time while we were there. Great Grandma Marie could get you to giggle and giggle at her. I think that made her weekend. You also slept really well which I was a bit nervous about. All in all we had a great weekend. Your grandparents sure love you guys and love spending time with you both.
I love you both more than anything and love our days together!
Love,
Mommy
Friday, June 3, 2011
Friday June 3rd, 2011
Dear Averie and Declan,
Today was such a SPECIAL day!! Averie you had "show day" at ballet and I was so excited to see you show us what you have learned the last four months at ballet. Great Aunt Sue came to watch and you were excited to have her there too. You were a bit concerned that baby brother wouldn't be able to watch you if he was sleeping, but after about 5 minutes into the show you came over gave Daddy a kiss, me a kiss and baby brother a kiss (that woke him us so he could watch :)). It was so sweet of you. You did an amazing job and you are such a graceful dancer. Whenever you are showing us something that you have learned or something that you are doing you get so excited and it just chokes me up. You are so talented and I hope you always know how wonderful I think you are. I loved watching you today and I loved that you are my daughter!
After we watched you at "show day" we headed to Top Pot Donuts for a donut to celebrate. Aunt Sue and Daddy came with us. You had a donut with chocolate frosting (of course) and sprinkles. I shouldn't have let you but you finished the whole thing...yikes.
Declan you were so cute at the ballet show. After sister woke you up you just sat with Daddy and watched. You usually want to eat but I think you liked watching sister and liked the music. You are so mellow and just love to be in our arms.
Tonight we had, Averie your favorite thing, movie night! Declan you go to bed at 6:30 so had to miss it :(. We watched Word World and had part of your Easter cchocolate bunny. Our movie night is such a special time and my favorite part is seeing how excited you get :).
Tomorrow we head to GG and PopPop's for the weekend. I hope all goes well!
I love you both!
Love, Mommy
Today was such a SPECIAL day!! Averie you had "show day" at ballet and I was so excited to see you show us what you have learned the last four months at ballet. Great Aunt Sue came to watch and you were excited to have her there too. You were a bit concerned that baby brother wouldn't be able to watch you if he was sleeping, but after about 5 minutes into the show you came over gave Daddy a kiss, me a kiss and baby brother a kiss (that woke him us so he could watch :)). It was so sweet of you. You did an amazing job and you are such a graceful dancer. Whenever you are showing us something that you have learned or something that you are doing you get so excited and it just chokes me up. You are so talented and I hope you always know how wonderful I think you are. I loved watching you today and I loved that you are my daughter!
After we watched you at "show day" we headed to Top Pot Donuts for a donut to celebrate. Aunt Sue and Daddy came with us. You had a donut with chocolate frosting (of course) and sprinkles. I shouldn't have let you but you finished the whole thing...yikes.
Declan you were so cute at the ballet show. After sister woke you up you just sat with Daddy and watched. You usually want to eat but I think you liked watching sister and liked the music. You are so mellow and just love to be in our arms.
Tonight we had, Averie your favorite thing, movie night! Declan you go to bed at 6:30 so had to miss it :(. We watched Word World and had part of your Easter cchocolate bunny. Our movie night is such a special time and my favorite part is seeing how excited you get :).
Tomorrow we head to GG and PopPop's for the weekend. I hope all goes well!
I love you both!
Love, Mommy
Monday, May 30, 2011
Saturday May 28th, Sunday May 29th, and Monday May 30th 2011
Dear Averie and Declan,
This past weekend was Memorial Weekend. We didn't have much planned which was fine with me. On Saturday morning Jon, Annie, Grant and Jude DeWaal came over for brunch. We had muffin melts and cinnamon rolls. I am not sure if I was more excited for the food or the company :)....I guess the company. Grant had a little bit of a hard time while he was over, but Averie you were so good to him and making sure to share your toys even when he threw a fit. You are so sweet. Declan you slept through most of the time together. You love your naps still and take about 4 a day!
On Sunday we decided to not go to church and instead took a hike at the Shoreview Park. It was a nice day but not too hot. We did about a 2 mile hike and Averie you were so good. You were scared of bears at the start of the hike, but as long as you were holding my hand you were okay :). Declan Daddy carried you in the front pack and after a few minutes you were asleep. It was a great hike and a great family time. When we got home we BBQ and hung out as a family. Right now Averie you are really into playing games. We play memory about 1000 times a day :). You want to play while we eat, before bed, and every time in between. So we spent a lot of the weekend playing games.
On Monday we again really didn't do much. We went for a walk and BBQ ribs. Averie you ate more ribs than me :). I think you liked them because they were sweet. But I didn't care because you rarely eat meat so anytime you do makes me happy.
Declan you have been sleeping really well lately. You go to bed at 6:30pm and most nights wake up around 1 and 4, eat and go right back to bed. You have been such an easy baby, however, you have been a bit constipated lately and I can tell that you are uncomfortable. I wish there was something I could do to make it better. Other than that you are so happy. You are really starting to grab at things and love playing on your play mat and reach up for a toy and pull at it. You are so smiley and love getting kisses.
You two make me so happy. I love you!
Mommy
This past weekend was Memorial Weekend. We didn't have much planned which was fine with me. On Saturday morning Jon, Annie, Grant and Jude DeWaal came over for brunch. We had muffin melts and cinnamon rolls. I am not sure if I was more excited for the food or the company :)....I guess the company. Grant had a little bit of a hard time while he was over, but Averie you were so good to him and making sure to share your toys even when he threw a fit. You are so sweet. Declan you slept through most of the time together. You love your naps still and take about 4 a day!
On Sunday we decided to not go to church and instead took a hike at the Shoreview Park. It was a nice day but not too hot. We did about a 2 mile hike and Averie you were so good. You were scared of bears at the start of the hike, but as long as you were holding my hand you were okay :). Declan Daddy carried you in the front pack and after a few minutes you were asleep. It was a great hike and a great family time. When we got home we BBQ and hung out as a family. Right now Averie you are really into playing games. We play memory about 1000 times a day :). You want to play while we eat, before bed, and every time in between. So we spent a lot of the weekend playing games.
On Monday we again really didn't do much. We went for a walk and BBQ ribs. Averie you ate more ribs than me :). I think you liked them because they were sweet. But I didn't care because you rarely eat meat so anytime you do makes me happy.
Declan you have been sleeping really well lately. You go to bed at 6:30pm and most nights wake up around 1 and 4, eat and go right back to bed. You have been such an easy baby, however, you have been a bit constipated lately and I can tell that you are uncomfortable. I wish there was something I could do to make it better. Other than that you are so happy. You are really starting to grab at things and love playing on your play mat and reach up for a toy and pull at it. You are so smiley and love getting kisses.
You two make me so happy. I love you!
Mommy
Thursday, May 19, 2011
Thursday May 19th, 2011
Dear Averie and Declan,
Wow today was a busy day! The weather outside was beautiful and I was feeling a bit ambitious. We decided to get sandwiches and go for a hike after Daddy got of work. We did a hike in Medowdale that was 1 1/4 mile hike down to the beach and then 1 1/4 mile back up. It was a bit ambitious to do on a week night but we did it and Averie you did AWESOME! After falling and scraping your knee in the first 100 yards I was a bit nervous. But Daddy carried you for a little bit and then you did great. You walked the whole way down and back up. On the way down I carried Declan in the front pack and Daddy carried him back up. When we got to the beach we ate a picnic dinner. It didn't go quite as planned because it was so bright for you Declan and hot but we made the best out of it. On the way back up Averie you and I walked together and talked about all the girly things we could do. We took rests and had a really good time! On the drive home I could hear you in the backseat "wow that was a really hard hike" :).
I love you both,
Mommy
Wow today was a busy day! The weather outside was beautiful and I was feeling a bit ambitious. We decided to get sandwiches and go for a hike after Daddy got of work. We did a hike in Medowdale that was 1 1/4 mile hike down to the beach and then 1 1/4 mile back up. It was a bit ambitious to do on a week night but we did it and Averie you did AWESOME! After falling and scraping your knee in the first 100 yards I was a bit nervous. But Daddy carried you for a little bit and then you did great. You walked the whole way down and back up. On the way down I carried Declan in the front pack and Daddy carried him back up. When we got to the beach we ate a picnic dinner. It didn't go quite as planned because it was so bright for you Declan and hot but we made the best out of it. On the way back up Averie you and I walked together and talked about all the girly things we could do. We took rests and had a really good time! On the drive home I could hear you in the backseat "wow that was a really hard hike" :).
I love you both,
Mommy
Monday, May 16, 2011
Monday May 1th, 2011
Dear Averie and Declan,
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DECLAN!! I can't believe that you are 3 months today. These last three months have gone so fast but I cannot imagine our life without you. You have brought so much joy into our lives. You fit into our family so well. You are a true gift from God.
Last night was a LONG night. Declan you kept wanting to wake up and eat. The last month you have been wanting to wake up around 5 and eat even though most nights I feed you at 4. This morning we let you cry for about 30 minutes. It was hard listening to you cry so hard. Daddy finally picked you and held you. You are a persistent little guy. I am not sure where you get that from :). The last few days you have been so smiley. I sit with me knees pulled up and you laying on them. You just smile and smile. Today when I was playing peek a boo with you you started to giggle. It was precious! You like it when I make a motor boat sound. You get the biggest grin on your face. Today while you were playing on you play mat you kept grabbing at the toys hanging down and then when the lights and music would come on you would smile and wiggle your legs.
This morning we went to the Shoreline play gym with Annie, Grant and Jude. Averie you were so sweet and kept bringing toys over for Grant who was having a hard time. You have the biggest and kindest heart! This afternoon after naps you decided that you wanted to go to school and packed a bunch of letters and toys. I was going to be the teacher. You are super excited to go to school but I think you may have a hard time leaving me. I know I will have a REALLY hard time. After Declan went to bed tonight you, Daddy and I played Memory. You were so cute and kept teaching me how to play the game. I love you so much and love all our moments together. Sometimes I get so scared that I won't be able to remember these ordinary days. I love these regular simple moments in our lives. I cherish our moments together.
I don't think you two will ever really know how blessed I feel to be your Mom. My heart swells with love and pride every time I look at you guys. I love you both!!!
Mommy
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DECLAN!! I can't believe that you are 3 months today. These last three months have gone so fast but I cannot imagine our life without you. You have brought so much joy into our lives. You fit into our family so well. You are a true gift from God.
Last night was a LONG night. Declan you kept wanting to wake up and eat. The last month you have been wanting to wake up around 5 and eat even though most nights I feed you at 4. This morning we let you cry for about 30 minutes. It was hard listening to you cry so hard. Daddy finally picked you and held you. You are a persistent little guy. I am not sure where you get that from :). The last few days you have been so smiley. I sit with me knees pulled up and you laying on them. You just smile and smile. Today when I was playing peek a boo with you you started to giggle. It was precious! You like it when I make a motor boat sound. You get the biggest grin on your face. Today while you were playing on you play mat you kept grabbing at the toys hanging down and then when the lights and music would come on you would smile and wiggle your legs.
This morning we went to the Shoreline play gym with Annie, Grant and Jude. Averie you were so sweet and kept bringing toys over for Grant who was having a hard time. You have the biggest and kindest heart! This afternoon after naps you decided that you wanted to go to school and packed a bunch of letters and toys. I was going to be the teacher. You are super excited to go to school but I think you may have a hard time leaving me. I know I will have a REALLY hard time. After Declan went to bed tonight you, Daddy and I played Memory. You were so cute and kept teaching me how to play the game. I love you so much and love all our moments together. Sometimes I get so scared that I won't be able to remember these ordinary days. I love these regular simple moments in our lives. I cherish our moments together.
I don't think you two will ever really know how blessed I feel to be your Mom. My heart swells with love and pride every time I look at you guys. I love you both!!!
Mommy
Sunday, May 15, 2011
Sunday May 15th, 2011
Dear Averie and Declan,
Today was Sunday which always brings me joy and a hint of sadness. Joy because God calls it a day of rest and sadness because it means Daddy has to go back to work the next day :(. This morning we headed to church at Bethany North. Averie you went to your classroom today without crying or wanting to stay with me. I think you really like going but like to get a little extra attention from the teacher :). While you were at Sunday School you made Delcan and me pictures. After church you ran up to Declan wanting to show him your picture. You are such a good big sister. Declan you were quite restful at church. You haven't been wanting to take naps and halfway through the service you woke up. That just means that I get to snuggle you more. After church we went to Uncle Jason and Aunt Tiffany's for dinner. It was a great visit. Delcan you and Zoey laid on the play mat and held hands. you were both very mellow. Averie you were such a good big sister/cousin. You just wanted to play with them and be in every picture with them. All in all it was a good day. I always LOVE our weekends and spending time as a family.
I love you two!
Mommy
Today was Sunday which always brings me joy and a hint of sadness. Joy because God calls it a day of rest and sadness because it means Daddy has to go back to work the next day :(. This morning we headed to church at Bethany North. Averie you went to your classroom today without crying or wanting to stay with me. I think you really like going but like to get a little extra attention from the teacher :). While you were at Sunday School you made Delcan and me pictures. After church you ran up to Declan wanting to show him your picture. You are such a good big sister. Declan you were quite restful at church. You haven't been wanting to take naps and halfway through the service you woke up. That just means that I get to snuggle you more. After church we went to Uncle Jason and Aunt Tiffany's for dinner. It was a great visit. Delcan you and Zoey laid on the play mat and held hands. you were both very mellow. Averie you were such a good big sister/cousin. You just wanted to play with them and be in every picture with them. All in all it was a good day. I always LOVE our weekends and spending time as a family.
I love you two!
Mommy
Monday, April 25, 2011
Averie: Monday April 25th, 2011
Dear Averie,
Oh boy was today a hard day for us. Right now your are going through an independent stage and do not want to be told what to do and do not want to listen to me. You choose time out about 10 times and choose a spanking 4 times (which we usually don't spank you). Even though you didn't want to behave today you still have such a sweet heart! You kept telling me you loved me and asking to "fill my bucket." This afternoon we painted princess pictures together and you said that they were for Daddy and Declan. You are such a loving little girl.
One of the things I love most about you is how you pray. Tonight at bed time you wanted to say the prayer and it when like this "dear God thank you for all that you give, thank you for Mommy, Daddy, and Declan, I pray for my birthday, Christmas and spring to come, thank you for our clothes, toys, baskets, kitchen, books, food, God could you make us a back yard house to play in? Thank you for all that you give, Amen."
Even in the midst of battles I love you so much. I love how you are your own person, and have your own ideas and desires.
I love you!!
Mommy
Oh boy was today a hard day for us. Right now your are going through an independent stage and do not want to be told what to do and do not want to listen to me. You choose time out about 10 times and choose a spanking 4 times (which we usually don't spank you). Even though you didn't want to behave today you still have such a sweet heart! You kept telling me you loved me and asking to "fill my bucket." This afternoon we painted princess pictures together and you said that they were for Daddy and Declan. You are such a loving little girl.
One of the things I love most about you is how you pray. Tonight at bed time you wanted to say the prayer and it when like this "dear God thank you for all that you give, thank you for Mommy, Daddy, and Declan, I pray for my birthday, Christmas and spring to come, thank you for our clothes, toys, baskets, kitchen, books, food, God could you make us a back yard house to play in? Thank you for all that you give, Amen."
Even in the midst of battles I love you so much. I love how you are your own person, and have your own ideas and desires.
I love you!!
Mommy
Declan: Monday April 25th, 2011
Dear Declan,
Last night we had the best night sleep yet! You went to bed at 6:30pm (which is your usual time) and didnt' wake up until 11:50pm. I sure hope that keeps going on :). This morning we went to Jessie's house. You slept most of the time just snuggled up to me. I love how you love to snuggle into my neck.
You are becoming such a smiley baby! This evening after dinner you were laying on the boppy and looking back and forth between Averie and Daddy. You would just smile and look away, almost like you were shy. You are so observant to everything around you and you love to just watch everyone and see what is going on.
You make me so happy!
Love,
Mommy
Last night we had the best night sleep yet! You went to bed at 6:30pm (which is your usual time) and didnt' wake up until 11:50pm. I sure hope that keeps going on :). This morning we went to Jessie's house. You slept most of the time just snuggled up to me. I love how you love to snuggle into my neck.
You are becoming such a smiley baby! This evening after dinner you were laying on the boppy and looking back and forth between Averie and Daddy. You would just smile and look away, almost like you were shy. You are so observant to everything around you and you love to just watch everyone and see what is going on.
You make me so happy!
Love,
Mommy
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Declan: April 6th, 2011
Dear Delcan,
Today was a GREAT day! The last few days we have been working on trying to get you on a routine: sleep, eat, play and today was the first day that went so smoothly. You love to eat and boy do you let me know when you are hungry when you wake up :)! You are such a good eater (know where you go that :)). This afternoon after your sister got up from her nap you laid n your play mat and just smiled at her. You have moved out of your infant look and you are now just a baby; which breaks my heart how fast time has already gone. You are such a happy little boy and love just watching everything around you. You follow me where ever I go with your eyes and love snuggling into my neck. Tonight after I put you down for bed I watched you fall asleep. You kept looking around the room with your eyes drooping. You are so precious to me and I love you more and more everyday. You have only been here for 7 weeks but I can't imagine life without you.
I love you!
Mommy
Today was a GREAT day! The last few days we have been working on trying to get you on a routine: sleep, eat, play and today was the first day that went so smoothly. You love to eat and boy do you let me know when you are hungry when you wake up :)! You are such a good eater (know where you go that :)). This afternoon after your sister got up from her nap you laid n your play mat and just smiled at her. You have moved out of your infant look and you are now just a baby; which breaks my heart how fast time has already gone. You are such a happy little boy and love just watching everything around you. You follow me where ever I go with your eyes and love snuggling into my neck. Tonight after I put you down for bed I watched you fall asleep. You kept looking around the room with your eyes drooping. You are so precious to me and I love you more and more everyday. You have only been here for 7 weeks but I can't imagine life without you.
I love you!
Mommy
Averie: April 6th, 2011
Dear Averie,
Today was a GREAT day! You are just getting over a double ear infection (your first) and croup (not your first) and today was the first day where you were "you". You were happy and full of life. You helped me go grocery shopping with Declan for the first time and you were a tremendous help.
You must be going through a growth spurt because at lunch you ate a peanut butter, honey and banana sandwich, tortilla chips, orange, a carrot, two helpings of breakfast casserole and some chocolate crackers (I don't know where you put it all in that little body of yours)! You then took a 3 hour nap that Daddy had to wake you up from :). You rarely take naps and when you do you don't go to sleep until 10 pm...yikes. Daddy is in your room now reading more books to you since you are wide awake :). He is such a good Daddy!! After your nap today you and I sat with Declan on his play mat and made him smile. You are so in love with your little brother and I love watching you get excited to see him do new things. You love making him smile! After dinner you and Daddy made forts and played. There is nothing you love more than playing with him; building forts and running around the kitchen table. Tonight my heart is full of so much love for this family God has created. You are so special to me and you make my life so full of joy.
I love you!
Mommy
Today was a GREAT day! You are just getting over a double ear infection (your first) and croup (not your first) and today was the first day where you were "you". You were happy and full of life. You helped me go grocery shopping with Declan for the first time and you were a tremendous help.
You must be going through a growth spurt because at lunch you ate a peanut butter, honey and banana sandwich, tortilla chips, orange, a carrot, two helpings of breakfast casserole and some chocolate crackers (I don't know where you put it all in that little body of yours)! You then took a 3 hour nap that Daddy had to wake you up from :). You rarely take naps and when you do you don't go to sleep until 10 pm...yikes. Daddy is in your room now reading more books to you since you are wide awake :). He is such a good Daddy!! After your nap today you and I sat with Declan on his play mat and made him smile. You are so in love with your little brother and I love watching you get excited to see him do new things. You love making him smile! After dinner you and Daddy made forts and played. There is nothing you love more than playing with him; building forts and running around the kitchen table. Tonight my heart is full of so much love for this family God has created. You are so special to me and you make my life so full of joy.
I love you!
Mommy
"Ordinary Days"
Life has gone so fast. Sometimes the days are gone before I even know that they have begun and I sit at look at the two of you asleep and "wonder where has the time gone?" I feel like I am going to turn around and both of you will be long gone, married and living your own life and I will only be left with the memories of these days. The memories of Averie dancing in her tutu and being a princess and Declan sleeping next to my bed and only wanting to cuddle into my neck. These days are so precious yet so fleeting. I have already looked at the photo albums that we have and remember all the special moments and days but I also don't want to forget the "basic" and "ordinary" days and because of that I am going to blog letters to you about our life....our "ordinary days."
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