The other night we tried out a new playground that has some innovative kid equipment. Silas had great fun and rode the merry-go-round for the first time. Stephen managed to catch some of the results of Bitty Boy’s spinning on video.
To mother an infant is to have your own personal fan club. Sitting next to Cooper, I read the meaning of adoration in his eyes. He looks at me expectantly, waiting for me to look back at him. And once I do, he grins happily–so delighted that the one he loves is there. As our… Read More In Cooper’s Eyes
Holidays are highlights throughout the year. They mark time, seasons, emotions, life,and important rememberances. They are memory-making times. Holidays motivate me to celebrate life and relish my family. Valentine’s Day is one holiday I want to make special because love is something to celebrate. And we celebrated all week! I wasn’t sure I could actually… Read More Because Love is Something to Celebrate
Simple things are sometimes the best. I love you too, Dad.
Maybe you’re like me and have been thinking about Valentine’s Day ideas for weeks. I know I need to plan way in advance if I’m wanting to make the day special. Valentine’s Day is one of those holidays that sneaks up on me at the last minute, and this year I have three valentines to… Read More Easy Paper Heart Garland
Silas had his second ever dentist appointment this morning. Our dentist’s office is super fun! I’ve never been a pediatric dentist office before this one, and I had no idea that a trip to the dentist could be a wonderland for kids. Hilgers Pediatric Dentistry thought of everything when creating an office that would make… Read More Toddler-Friendly Dentistry
It’s raining today. And on this gray day, I’m wanting to remember the beautiful things God surrounds me with each day. This season of little ones is hard; it is trying; it brings to light my sinfulness and unworthiness. But I can rejoice because I see God’s grace sustaining us. I see His ever-new mercies… Read More The Beauty of Everyday
I didn’t realize how sleep deprived I was until I tried to have an actual conversation with another adult this week. A friend asked when my baby was born, and my mind was blank! All I could think of was that Cooper was 7 weeks old. So I answered stupidly, “He’s seven weeks…” {my brain… Read More Bursting Out
This little cutie patootie is 7 weeks old today. We are loving his smiles! Watching him light up when he sees us sends lightning bolts of love through our hearts. Cooper Andrew now follows us with his eyes as we move around the room. Although he hates tummy time, he can briefly lift his head… Read More Chunky Monkey
The other night I went grocery shopping by myself. Yes, you read that right–by myself. No babies. Alone. Solo. How did I accomplish this amazing feat? Well, I thought I’d write you a little “how-to” manual just in case you’d like to try it sometime. 1. Climb into your vehicle with only your purse, shopping… Read More Just Me. By Myself.
