Dearest Deacon, Right after your brother's first birthday party we found out we were pregnant with you. Although we were prepared, "Well that was fast" was our first thought. Our second thought was "We are totally ready to do this all over again." Now that second thought waivered from time to time as your brother … Continue reading A letter to our second child
Last year it was the 28th, and the year before? The 24th. This year, Christmas is on December 23rd. Well, thats the day we celebrate at home with the kids anyway. Well, not exactly- Christmas is about Jesus's birthday and that isn't necessarily 12/25 anyway. But, Christmas is celebrated on December 25th, every year. We've … Continue reading Christmas, not always December 25th, for us
I take them outdoors to formally take photos with my Nikon, somewhere around peak foliage or mid- October each year. At 2 and 4, I rarely get both to look in the same direction anymore and really encourage Hunter to not give a cheeeeees(y) smile. Also, Deacon had a few meltdowns but don't they always … Continue reading Fall 2017 photos
Today was Monday- sandwiched in between some long program days at work. Last Thursday and Friday were 12 and 10 hour days. And this week I have three days of commutes and work in Indy. It's not a surprise. They've been on my calendar. I love the work I do and am honestly honored to … Continue reading Balance
Do all parents get a little nervous dressing their kids for picture day? As hard as we try to wipe the toothpaste off their face, clean their hands, cut their nails, fix their hair, press their shirts, ask them to practice smiles... it's really up to them to make the picture decent. (And hopefully a … Continue reading School pictures
Well it came time last night to let the brothers know if they were going to get a little baby brother or sister, due in March. At the ages of 2 (almost 3) and 4 ½, this concept of adding a baby to our family is exciting but still a little bit confusing. Hunter … Continue reading #3 He or She??
Morning routine: Goes something like this... 1st question- Do we have school today? YES. H- Carnation chocolate milk, D- whole milk. Both: 4 gummy vitamins with omega 3 and yogurt, sometimes two. Gather the clothes I set out last night- dress them while they watch PJ masks, find socks. Help push your foot in … Continue reading (Their) Morning routine
life, love & little boys 