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Wednesday, September 5, 2012
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
I love you
I sent this picture yesterday to my dad for his birthday. Thought it was too cute not to share!
Ruthie has been snuggling in bed with the boys these days. She'll usually stay there for about 5 minutes after the lights go off. Then, she goes back in the crib. Though the whole ordeal is such a hassle, it is very sweet to see how willing the boys are to share their covers with her.
pen pal
This is an excerpt from a letter I wrote to a far-away friend. I thought I would share...
"We are beginning to look ahead to the start of school. I am feeling very anxious about things; I don't know why. I even had a few nightmares last night, both related to school. David was starting Kindergarten all over again, and I lost James in the school office. Bizarre, I know! What a relief to wake up and realize that everyone was home safe!
The kids are growing at an amazing pace. David seems so much older these days. He is really progressing in the piano, which is fun to watch, even if we fight during every minute of practice time. He has also definitely outgrown his old bicycle. No matter how much we raise the seat, his knees are at his chest. We keep suggesting that he should ask Santa for a new bike, but he insists that all he wants are Legos. James is also growing. We are putting him in preschool this coming year and he is REALLY excited. He just wants so badly to be as big as David. Today I gave him David's old bicycle helmet and he was so happy! You would have thought it was brand new.
Ruth is DRAMA. She is so tough these days. Just as James has departed his terrible toddler years, Ruth has stepped right in. Patience is my main goal these days. The glimmer of hope is that her tantrums last for less than 5 minutes, unlike the marathon tantrums that James used to throw. I have also noticed that Joseph has a difficult time disciplining her, which is never the case with the boys. He just can't seem to tell her no. Hopefully, we won't have a little diva on our hands!"
"We are beginning to look ahead to the start of school. I am feeling very anxious about things; I don't know why. I even had a few nightmares last night, both related to school. David was starting Kindergarten all over again, and I lost James in the school office. Bizarre, I know! What a relief to wake up and realize that everyone was home safe!
The kids are growing at an amazing pace. David seems so much older these days. He is really progressing in the piano, which is fun to watch, even if we fight during every minute of practice time. He has also definitely outgrown his old bicycle. No matter how much we raise the seat, his knees are at his chest. We keep suggesting that he should ask Santa for a new bike, but he insists that all he wants are Legos. James is also growing. We are putting him in preschool this coming year and he is REALLY excited. He just wants so badly to be as big as David. Today I gave him David's old bicycle helmet and he was so happy! You would have thought it was brand new.
Ruth is DRAMA. She is so tough these days. Just as James has departed his terrible toddler years, Ruth has stepped right in. Patience is my main goal these days. The glimmer of hope is that her tantrums last for less than 5 minutes, unlike the marathon tantrums that James used to throw. I have also noticed that Joseph has a difficult time disciplining her, which is never the case with the boys. He just can't seem to tell her no. Hopefully, we won't have a little diva on our hands!"
The ice cream truck
What is happiness? Look at these faces and you'll find out. Nothing could be more delicious than a spur of the moment "whistlepop" from the icecream truck.
Sunday, August 5, 2012
Happy Birthday David
David had the luxury of a Saturday birthday this year. We woke up and headed first thing to the beach. This is David and his cousin Xander, hitting the waves.
No birthday could be complete without hamburgers and lemonade, right David?
David got what he asked for: the Lego General Grievous Starfighter, plus a trip to the Lego store to spend birthday money from his grandparents. To this boy happiness is spelled L-E-G-O.
Seven candles for my big boy.
This spectator was awfully cute.
Next up on the birthday list: James. He can hardly wait...
We sure love our David. He is such an easy going, wonderful boy. David is a friend to everyone of any age, including me. I have put lots pressure on him this summer to do more difficult house work and he has stepped up to each task without complaint. I am so proud of him and very glad to have him in our family.
Happy Birthday Ruth!
July 29th was Ruth's Birthday. She is already 2 years old!
From lion to princess: much better.
Cousin Alexa and Ruth became great buddies during the party. I think that playing with Alexa was her favorite part of the day.
We sure love our little Ruth. She is literally my shadow all day long and gets quite sensitive when she can't be involved with what I am doing. I enjoy her little presence. While the boys play star wars, we play with baby dolls. It is nice to have a touch of femininity in our home!
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