A local photographer took a picture of Bug and Mama on the dance floor. Clearly she is having fun, I on the other hand, am concentrating really hard on our cool moves. Haha.
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Summer Fun...
Our community has a concert in the park once a month. Mr. Steady was not able to make it with us because of his back and he could hardly walk : ( I couldn't have made it out with my three kids without my friend Dena's help. Ahh, the camaraderie of a sweet friend!
Bug was fascinated with this Marine's shoes. She kept walking up to him and touching his shoes. He was trying to dance with another little girl, but had to keep stopping because Bug kept getting in the way. It was so funny! Bug loves shoes, especially shinny ones. The girl has a shoe fetish... I promise she didn't get it from me. This mama wears flips almost everyday : )
A local photographer took a picture of Bug and Mama on the dance floor. Clearly she is having fun, I on the other hand, am concentrating really hard on our cool moves. Haha.
A local photographer took a picture of Bug and Mama on the dance floor. Clearly she is having fun, I on the other hand, am concentrating really hard on our cool moves. Haha.
Saturday, August 28, 2010
I'm going to miss this
My kids are growing up before my eyes. It is hard to believe that 5 years ago I was getting to the uncomfortable stage of my pregnancy with H. Or that Bug is already talking and in her best attempts nurturing her baby brother. Or even that sweet Baby Bro is filling out, more alert and getting stronger... all way too quickly.
So often my days run together with the busyness of taking care of the kids, the house, Mr. Steady and staying in touch with dear friends. I am all too guilty of looking forward to the next time everyone will be sleeping (be it naps or bedtime) so that I can get stuff done. Ugh, I want my heart to soak in each day and to enjoy it, not wish it away.
If you are a mama of little ones and have 5 minutes to spare, please read this post by MckMama. I was so encouraged by her words and challenged to strive each day to make the most of my time with my kids while they are still little! It really does go by WAY to quickly.
So here is to embracing the noise, chaos, mess, lack of sleep and occasional fighting... because I will also get the laughter, games, smiles, memories, snuggles, stories, teachable moments, songs, nurturing, dancing and so much more. Like I said about pregnancy... I am sure going to miss this!
So often my days run together with the busyness of taking care of the kids, the house, Mr. Steady and staying in touch with dear friends. I am all too guilty of looking forward to the next time everyone will be sleeping (be it naps or bedtime) so that I can get stuff done. Ugh, I want my heart to soak in each day and to enjoy it, not wish it away.
If you are a mama of little ones and have 5 minutes to spare, please read this post by MckMama. I was so encouraged by her words and challenged to strive each day to make the most of my time with my kids while they are still little! It really does go by WAY to quickly.
So here is to embracing the noise, chaos, mess, lack of sleep and occasional fighting... because I will also get the laughter, games, smiles, memories, snuggles, stories, teachable moments, songs, nurturing, dancing and so much more. Like I said about pregnancy... I am sure going to miss this!
Thursday, August 26, 2010
When do we really grow up?
I have been pondering that question a lot lately... when do we really grow up??
I feel like so much "growing up" actually happens as adults. I think that it took turning 30 and having my 3 kids always with me to finally no longer picture myself as a 21 year old. Seriously, I constantly thought of myself as if I was just finishing up college. I desired to spend my time as if I still just had myself to worry about... wondering when I could escape to the coffee shop to chat with a friend or go on a date with Mr. Steady. Not only have I grown up a little in my self perception, but hopefully in all other ways as well : )
As my friend Nic wrote about here that the house they owned when she had her first 3 kids is where she "grew up." Isn't that so true, how much growing up happens for us as adults when we have kids. Not saying to my faithful readers that are not yet parents that you are not a grown up... there is just so much that changes when these little people steal a piece of your heart and every second of your day.
Recently I was talking with one of my dear friends and she shared with me how much she was missing her dad. He passed away 3 years ago. She said that she just missed his influence over her life at this critical stage of growing up. It is, for many of us mid 20's to mid 30's that we establish our families; that we lay the ground work and start to raise our kids. During this time we figure out who we really are.
I have had many friends say that they loved being 30. Because, for the first time in life they truly accepted who they are, who God created them to be, not hindered by what others think. Ahh, that sounds so refreshing. I would love to proclaim that I have arrived. I mean I have been 30 now for a little more than 6 months : ) I am not there yet, but I do see huge growth in that direction. For me I wouldn't say that it was just because I turned 30, but more from other influences at this time in my life. Having 3 young kids that depend on me every day is stretching, but knowing that they are learning from my example is completely humbling! But a bigger influence than that, has been God working in my heart, teaching me, stretching me and showing me that really I am NOTHING without Him. Whew, how is that for some growing up?!? Growing out of our self-reliance and self-focus and growing into humble reliance on our Creator and focusing on showing others love and grace.
Here is to growing up and becoming who we were created to be. May we all be "growing up" more every day.
I feel like so much "growing up" actually happens as adults. I think that it took turning 30 and having my 3 kids always with me to finally no longer picture myself as a 21 year old. Seriously, I constantly thought of myself as if I was just finishing up college. I desired to spend my time as if I still just had myself to worry about... wondering when I could escape to the coffee shop to chat with a friend or go on a date with Mr. Steady. Not only have I grown up a little in my self perception, but hopefully in all other ways as well : )
As my friend Nic wrote about here that the house they owned when she had her first 3 kids is where she "grew up." Isn't that so true, how much growing up happens for us as adults when we have kids. Not saying to my faithful readers that are not yet parents that you are not a grown up... there is just so much that changes when these little people steal a piece of your heart and every second of your day.
Recently I was talking with one of my dear friends and she shared with me how much she was missing her dad. He passed away 3 years ago. She said that she just missed his influence over her life at this critical stage of growing up. It is, for many of us mid 20's to mid 30's that we establish our families; that we lay the ground work and start to raise our kids. During this time we figure out who we really are.
I have had many friends say that they loved being 30. Because, for the first time in life they truly accepted who they are, who God created them to be, not hindered by what others think. Ahh, that sounds so refreshing. I would love to proclaim that I have arrived. I mean I have been 30 now for a little more than 6 months : ) I am not there yet, but I do see huge growth in that direction. For me I wouldn't say that it was just because I turned 30, but more from other influences at this time in my life. Having 3 young kids that depend on me every day is stretching, but knowing that they are learning from my example is completely humbling! But a bigger influence than that, has been God working in my heart, teaching me, stretching me and showing me that really I am NOTHING without Him. Whew, how is that for some growing up?!? Growing out of our self-reliance and self-focus and growing into humble reliance on our Creator and focusing on showing others love and grace.
Here is to growing up and becoming who we were created to be. May we all be "growing up" more every day.
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Super Hero H-man
Monday, August 23, 2010
Above and Beyond
Have you ever had someone that constantly goes above and beyond in serving?
Two weeks ago Mr. Steady and I went out to Denver for one of my best friend's wedding. We had considered bringing H and Bug out to the wedding with us, but after much debate we decided that it would be best to leave them at home. But with who? I told Mr. Steady, "If only we were still in Utah, I would totally have Kaitlyn watch the kids." And my sweet hubby said, "well, what would it take to have her come here to watch the kids?" I immediately text Kaitlyn (cause I am cool like that) to see if she would come. She jumped on the opportunity, we worked out the details and 25,000 skymiles later, she was on her way.
I was ECSTATIC, and when I told H the next morning that KK (that is what he has always called Kaitlyn) was coming his excited far exceeded my expectations. You see KK isn't just some babysitter. She has been a huge part of H's life since he was a year old. She has loved on and invested in my kids as if they were her own. She is incredible, to say the least!
Not only does KK take excellent care of my kiddos, she understand me as a mom. She embraces that I have a "high need to know," so she sends me text updates or fills me in on the details when I get home. This time she even took notes daily on what the kids did, ate, even funny things they said.
And as if that is not enough the house is always cleaned up when KK has been there. I know, I know that is how all of us used to do it back in the day when we babysat; but unfortunately that is no longer the norm! Kaitlyn is a servant in every possible way! Man I miss having her as a part of our everyday life!
Quick plug, if you live in the Salt Lake area and are looking for one increcible gal to care for your little ones, let me know and I can get you in touch with Kaitlyn. I will be jealous, but if we can't enjoy time with KK someone should : )
Two weeks ago Mr. Steady and I went out to Denver for one of my best friend's wedding. We had considered bringing H and Bug out to the wedding with us, but after much debate we decided that it would be best to leave them at home. But with who? I told Mr. Steady, "If only we were still in Utah, I would totally have Kaitlyn watch the kids." And my sweet hubby said, "well, what would it take to have her come here to watch the kids?" I immediately text Kaitlyn (cause I am cool like that) to see if she would come. She jumped on the opportunity, we worked out the details and 25,000 skymiles later, she was on her way.
I was ECSTATIC, and when I told H the next morning that KK (that is what he has always called Kaitlyn) was coming his excited far exceeded my expectations. You see KK isn't just some babysitter. She has been a huge part of H's life since he was a year old. She has loved on and invested in my kids as if they were her own. She is incredible, to say the least!
Not only does KK take excellent care of my kiddos, she understand me as a mom. She embraces that I have a "high need to know," so she sends me text updates or fills me in on the details when I get home. This time she even took notes daily on what the kids did, ate, even funny things they said.
Quick plug, if you live in the Salt Lake area and are looking for one increcible gal to care for your little ones, let me know and I can get you in touch with Kaitlyn. I will be jealous, but if we can't enjoy time with KK someone should : )
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
2 Months Old
Baby Bro turned 2 months old yesterday. Such a sweet little man, I cannot get enough of him!
Baby Bro is still getting up 1-2 times a night and is a pretty consistant napper during the day! He is a great eater and now that I have cut out dairy he is hardly spits-up. I think all of his good eating and lack of spitting up greatly contributes to the fact that he is a little on the chubby side; at least for one of my kiddos! It is all relative, right?! At his 2 months check up he was over 11 pounds and is in the 45% for weight. I don't think H was ever above the 20% for weight and Bug has never been above the 5%! Yay, little man, I love your soft skin and cute rolls... please keep up the chubs : )
He is one content and easy-going dude! Not much upsets him and he is very consolable, just pick him up and the fussing is done.
BB started smiling a few days ago too; we have yet to capture his cute smile on camera, but soon! He is also starting to coo, especially to his mobile. He is changing every day, I am enjoying each new development but so wishing I could slow down these first few months. I LOVE the newborn stage!
It is hard to believe that it has already been 2 months! All of the days somewhat blur together : )
Baby Bro is still getting up 1-2 times a night and is a pretty consistant napper during the day! He is a great eater and now that I have cut out dairy he is hardly spits-up. I think all of his good eating and lack of spitting up greatly contributes to the fact that he is a little on the chubby side; at least for one of my kiddos! It is all relative, right?! At his 2 months check up he was over 11 pounds and is in the 45% for weight. I don't think H was ever above the 20% for weight and Bug has never been above the 5%! Yay, little man, I love your soft skin and cute rolls... please keep up the chubs : )
He is one content and easy-going dude! Not much upsets him and he is very consolable, just pick him up and the fussing is done.
It is hard to believe that it has already been 2 months! All of the days somewhat blur together : )
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
6 in 36
Yes, 6 does go into 36, 6 times
But multiplication is not the point of this post...
As a family we have been to 6 medial appointments in the last 36 hours... that means 6 trips to a medical office, 6 times signing in, 6 times filling out paperwork and 6 co-pays (well we did get one freebie in the mix). We only have 5 members of our family and 2 of us have not even been seen (me and H). So why so many visits... let me break it down...
1. Baby Bro had his 2 month check-up and is doing Awesome! Our first kiddo that is above the 25% for weight, our little chunkers : ) I will write another post with all his stats.
2. Bug had what I thought was cavities on 2 of her teeth. Two teeth that she has only had for 6 months. I was having a mini freak out about them, wondering what kind of white-trash mom I was that my 21 month old already had cavities. To my pleasant surprise it was just staining on her teeth. The only mystery is that staining on kids teeth is usually caused by high doses of Iron or Antibiotics, Bug has had neither. Strange! This appointment was our freebie, thanks to an amazing dentist that sees patients under 30 months for free! Bug had such a great first experiance at the dentist, after the initial lip quiver and almost tears, she cooperated really well and did AMAZING!
3. Physical Therapy for Mr. Steady's back (Monday morning)
4. Physical Therapy for Mr. Steady's back (Tuesday morning)
5. This afternoon, emergency visit to the doctor for a nerve block for... you guessed it Mr. Steady's back.
6. Tonight, last appointment of the day at an MRI facility for Mr. Steady.
Uggh, Mr. Steady's back has been far from STEADY. He has a herniated disc in his back, which is now causing major sciatica pain. He can hardly walk, just standing is extremely painful. He can't pick up any of the kids, put on his own shoes, or any normal daily activities. It is hard seeing him in this much pain. It is hard knowing how to best help. And I am not going to lie, it is hard carrying the load of taking care of the kids, meals, house... by my (sleep-deprived) self.
Please be praying that he feels much better soon. And that when the doctor reviews the MRI tomorrow that it is clear what the treatment plan should be. And if you think of me, pray that my house will magically clean itself, that the kids will obey perfectly, that Baby Bro will sleep through the night... oh wait, that is totally unrealistic... so please pray that I may have patience, endurance and a joyful attitude!
But multiplication is not the point of this post...
As a family we have been to 6 medial appointments in the last 36 hours... that means 6 trips to a medical office, 6 times signing in, 6 times filling out paperwork and 6 co-pays (well we did get one freebie in the mix). We only have 5 members of our family and 2 of us have not even been seen (me and H). So why so many visits... let me break it down...
1. Baby Bro had his 2 month check-up and is doing Awesome! Our first kiddo that is above the 25% for weight, our little chunkers : ) I will write another post with all his stats.
2. Bug had what I thought was cavities on 2 of her teeth. Two teeth that she has only had for 6 months. I was having a mini freak out about them, wondering what kind of white-trash mom I was that my 21 month old already had cavities. To my pleasant surprise it was just staining on her teeth. The only mystery is that staining on kids teeth is usually caused by high doses of Iron or Antibiotics, Bug has had neither. Strange! This appointment was our freebie, thanks to an amazing dentist that sees patients under 30 months for free! Bug had such a great first experiance at the dentist, after the initial lip quiver and almost tears, she cooperated really well and did AMAZING!
3. Physical Therapy for Mr. Steady's back (Monday morning)
4. Physical Therapy for Mr. Steady's back (Tuesday morning)
5. This afternoon, emergency visit to the doctor for a nerve block for... you guessed it Mr. Steady's back.
6. Tonight, last appointment of the day at an MRI facility for Mr. Steady.
Uggh, Mr. Steady's back has been far from STEADY. He has a herniated disc in his back, which is now causing major sciatica pain. He can hardly walk, just standing is extremely painful. He can't pick up any of the kids, put on his own shoes, or any normal daily activities. It is hard seeing him in this much pain. It is hard knowing how to best help. And I am not going to lie, it is hard carrying the load of taking care of the kids, meals, house... by my (sleep-deprived) self.
Please be praying that he feels much better soon. And that when the doctor reviews the MRI tomorrow that it is clear what the treatment plan should be. And if you think of me, pray that my house will magically clean itself, that the kids will obey perfectly, that Baby Bro will sleep through the night... oh wait, that is totally unrealistic... so please pray that I may have patience, endurance and a joyful attitude!
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