1. We had wine and cheese night with friends on Friday night. It was fun watching the young girls enjoy the 'fancy' cheese.
2. Ellie had a play-date with a few girls from day-care on Saturday morning. I love watching/listening to the little girls together. When Neve is not being a Mommy's girl, she gets right in there with the big girls.
3. Sunday we celebrated Nick's Mom's birthday with a lunch out. We had a great time and enjoyed seeing everyone.
4. The weather. Need I say more? Crazy. We had a wonderful start to the week, and then it turned cold again. On the bright side, I can already tell what summer is going to be like--- lots of bike rides, walks, time at the park, hanging out with neighbors and grilling out.
5. I helped a friend with a project this past weekend. I cannot wait to share what it is and how it all turned out. But that is for another post in a few weeks.
Friday, May 3, 2013
Monday, April 29, 2013
Please Continue Praying
Back in November I made a post, Prayers Requested, about my college roommate and her family. At the time her little baby boy, Bradley, was diagnosed with cancer and had started to undergo chemo. Since then Bradley has continued his chemo, been growing like a weed, and just recently turned 9 months old. Last Friday Bradley went in for a few routine tests. Unfortunately the tests came back with sad news, the cancer has reappeared in the area Bradley originally had it, as well as a few other spots (including one on his spine). The family is meeting with doctors to determine what the best next course of action is for Bradley.
Having young ones at home, I can only imagine how hard this must be for Elissa, Ed and Bradley. Elissa and Ed are amazing parents, who love Bradley more than the world. For such an amazing, sweet, innocent, young baby boy to have to endure something so horrible is really hard for me to comprehend. Elissa and Ed have such a strong faith, I know God is with them through this and will continue to help guide them through whatever may come. I have to believe that God has an ultimate plan that we do not know about, and may not ever understand while here on earth. As someone on Facebook said, "God must have something special planned for this little man."
Ellie and I pray before bed, and although Ellie doesn't put a face to the name, she always remembers to pray for "Mommy's friend Elissa's little baby Bradley who is sick." I ask that if you pray, please keep Elissa, Ed and Bradley in your thoughts and prayers. They need it now more than ever.
Having young ones at home, I can only imagine how hard this must be for Elissa, Ed and Bradley. Elissa and Ed are amazing parents, who love Bradley more than the world. For such an amazing, sweet, innocent, young baby boy to have to endure something so horrible is really hard for me to comprehend. Elissa and Ed have such a strong faith, I know God is with them through this and will continue to help guide them through whatever may come. I have to believe that God has an ultimate plan that we do not know about, and may not ever understand while here on earth. As someone on Facebook said, "God must have something special planned for this little man."
Ellie and I pray before bed, and although Ellie doesn't put a face to the name, she always remembers to pray for "Mommy's friend Elissa's little baby Bradley who is sick." I ask that if you pray, please keep Elissa, Ed and Bradley in your thoughts and prayers. They need it now more than ever.
Friday, April 26, 2013
5 on Friday
1. A couple girlfriends and myself went out to Penoach Winery in Adel on Saturday. We had a blast trying all the wines, and even enjoying a bottle on the porch.
2. I love our monthly dinner night with friends. So often we talk about getting together, having this on the calendar makes sure we actually do it.
3. I really enjoy the nice weather. It was still a little cool a few evenings this week, but it didn't stop Ellie from wanting to go to the park (or from throwing a little fit when it was time to leave the park).
4. Neve is 13 months old! To think that last year at this time I was enjoying the beautiful weather while home on maternity leave.
5. Nick has been a real help during the past 4 months. Just over 1 more month and I will have a lot more free time again. I cannot wait.
2. I love our monthly dinner night with friends. So often we talk about getting together, having this on the calendar makes sure we actually do it.
3. I really enjoy the nice weather. It was still a little cool a few evenings this week, but it didn't stop Ellie from wanting to go to the park (or from throwing a little fit when it was time to leave the park).
4. Neve is 13 months old! To think that last year at this time I was enjoying the beautiful weather while home on maternity leave.
5. Nick has been a real help during the past 4 months. Just over 1 more month and I will have a lot more free time again. I cannot wait.
Friday, April 19, 2013
5 on Friday
1. Ellie's hearing is back at 100%!
2. It is Superhero week at day-care, as they celebrate the Week of the Young Child. When I received the note home saying the kids could dress-up as "X" superhero on "W" day I came to the conclusion that they didn't know we have princesses instead of superheros at our house. We have nothing superhero related. And Ellie has no clue who Batman is. More on how I (with the help of a few friends) made it possible for her to participate in the weeks even in a later post.
3. We went to the mall last weekend to get Ellie a pair of summer shoes. She loves them and wants to wear them all the time. Of course now we have rain and cold weather, so that is not possible. Someday Ellie, someday.
4. Neve likes steak. A lot. The kid kept asking for more... she was shoveling it in faster than I could cut it in pieces that she could handle.
5. They rezoned the area kiddie-corner from our house for multi-family apartments. Nick (and the neighbors) tried their hardest to change the outcome (because we would have preferred single-family homes or rowhouses). I guess the current house will not be our 'forever house' after all. On the bright side. If I find something I don't like about the house, I can plan how I would do it differently next time around. In the meantime, we will enjoy the time we do have at the house and hope it is many, many years down the road when they put up the apartments (5-10 years would be ideal).
2. It is Superhero week at day-care, as they celebrate the Week of the Young Child. When I received the note home saying the kids could dress-up as "X" superhero on "W" day I came to the conclusion that they didn't know we have princesses instead of superheros at our house. We have nothing superhero related. And Ellie has no clue who Batman is. More on how I (with the help of a few friends) made it possible for her to participate in the weeks even in a later post.
3. We went to the mall last weekend to get Ellie a pair of summer shoes. She loves them and wants to wear them all the time. Of course now we have rain and cold weather, so that is not possible. Someday Ellie, someday.
4. Neve likes steak. A lot. The kid kept asking for more... she was shoveling it in faster than I could cut it in pieces that she could handle.
5. They rezoned the area kiddie-corner from our house for multi-family apartments. Nick (and the neighbors) tried their hardest to change the outcome (because we would have preferred single-family homes or rowhouses). I guess the current house will not be our 'forever house' after all. On the bright side. If I find something I don't like about the house, I can plan how I would do it differently next time around. In the meantime, we will enjoy the time we do have at the house and hope it is many, many years down the road when they put up the apartments (5-10 years would be ideal).
Friday, April 12, 2013
5 on Friday
1. Our weekend started off busy! Ellie had not one, but two birthday parties on Saturday (she was a party animal)! Nick had an all day bike race, so Grandma and Grandpa Thorson helped me out (which I REALLY appreciated) and watched Neve during the parites. Ellie had a blast at the "alley bowling" (bowling alley) for Sophia's party and The Little Gym for our neighbors party. This was also the first day Ellie has gone without a nap (or at least when we have planned for her to go without a nap). She did awesome all day!
2. Sunday we relaxed and played at the park. Mike, Megan and Liam joined us at the park and then for dinner. I love the spring weather and being outside. It makes the girls sleep so much better at night!
3. Ellie had ear tube surgery bright and early Monday morning. Ellie did great and she now had new temporary tubes in her ears. She commented that she can hear better, and Nick thinks she is annunciating better as well.
4. Neve must have heard that Ellie was staying home the next day and wanted to join her, because she came down with a fever of 102.8 in the middle of the night. It was a long night for Mommy (I had Neve duty) and early morning for Daddy (he had Ellie duty). Nick stayed home in the morning and I was home in the afternoon. Of course, the timing of it worked out that neither one of us got a nap in to make up for the lost sleep. I guess it is just one of the joys of being a parent.
5. I purchased a label maker last week and it arrived on Monday! I had been thinking about getting one for the past year and finally broke down and ordered it. (Yes, I do think about buying a $25 item for an entire year before going ahead and doing it!) I messaged a couple of my super organized friends to tell them about my new purchase, only to find out that they both had one! Seriously, I am behind the curve. Anyway, I love it! And now my house will be all nice and organized. (Or so I like to pretend.)
2. Sunday we relaxed and played at the park. Mike, Megan and Liam joined us at the park and then for dinner. I love the spring weather and being outside. It makes the girls sleep so much better at night!
3. Ellie had ear tube surgery bright and early Monday morning. Ellie did great and she now had new temporary tubes in her ears. She commented that she can hear better, and Nick thinks she is annunciating better as well.
4. Neve must have heard that Ellie was staying home the next day and wanted to join her, because she came down with a fever of 102.8 in the middle of the night. It was a long night for Mommy (I had Neve duty) and early morning for Daddy (he had Ellie duty). Nick stayed home in the morning and I was home in the afternoon. Of course, the timing of it worked out that neither one of us got a nap in to make up for the lost sleep. I guess it is just one of the joys of being a parent.
5. I purchased a label maker last week and it arrived on Monday! I had been thinking about getting one for the past year and finally broke down and ordered it. (Yes, I do think about buying a $25 item for an entire year before going ahead and doing it!) I messaged a couple of my super organized friends to tell them about my new purchase, only to find out that they both had one! Seriously, I am behind the curve. Anyway, I love it! And now my house will be all nice and organized. (Or so I like to pretend.)
Tuesday, April 9, 2013
Dear Genevieve
I cannot believe how fast this first year has gone. It seems like yesterday I was walking to the mailbox, having to stop every few houses in order to wait for a contraction to pass. I had to push a maximum of 10 minutes, it was quick. It was love at first sight, even if it was the middle of the night. Now look at you... super independent, yet a cuddler when you want to be.
As Grandma Greving says, "God gave us an easy baby because he knew all the other things we were going to deal with." And you are such an easy baby! You moved from place to place after the fire, without a change in schedule or attitude. There were times at Aunt Megan and Uncle Mike's house when we would lay you on the floor, go to eat dinner and forget for a second that you were even there.
You slept through the night early on and, for the most part, you haven't looked back. You have had some ear issues (not surprising), but nothing having tubes put in couldn't fix.
Day-care loves you and I am often asked, "Was Ellie this easy?" You love it when I come visit over my lunch hour, and I love the extra couple minutes I get with you.
You absolutely adore your big sister. And she loves you. It is amazing seeing the bond that the two of you have with each other, even this early in your lives. There are times when nothing will make you happy, except for Ellie's attention. You love playing with her toys and watching her run around. I can definately tell you are the second child, you like all the action and get bored if there is nothing going on around you.
You enjoy being outside. The wind in your face or snow flakes falling on you makes you smile. Daddy cannot wait to take you out on bike rides with Ellie! I am sure you will love it, as you always want to do what Ellie does.
You walked on your own time. You were taking steps early on, but have just now started to walk more consistently. It is definately an "if Neve wants to thing"... if we stand you up and you are not in the mood you instantly blop on your bottom and crawl (this is pretty much any time we try to get you to walk). You are also very proud of yourself when you walk, and tend to stop part way through to clap for yourself.
You are a pickier eater than Ellie was. Very selective and often times Cheerios will not cut it with you (you prefer the yogurt melts). Surprisingly, you love eating meat (chicken, beef, ham, anything)! You love nursing, and throw your head back to let me know you want more.
You love your pacifier. You never use one at day-care, but will 'hunt' for them at home. It is amazing how quickly you find them.
You are a bit of a Mommy's girl, but are coming around to Daddy more and more.
You complete our family, and we are so lucky to have you in our lives.
We love you, Neve!
Love,
Mommy
As Grandma Greving says, "God gave us an easy baby because he knew all the other things we were going to deal with." And you are such an easy baby! You moved from place to place after the fire, without a change in schedule or attitude. There were times at Aunt Megan and Uncle Mike's house when we would lay you on the floor, go to eat dinner and forget for a second that you were even there.
You slept through the night early on and, for the most part, you haven't looked back. You have had some ear issues (not surprising), but nothing having tubes put in couldn't fix.
Day-care loves you and I am often asked, "Was Ellie this easy?" You love it when I come visit over my lunch hour, and I love the extra couple minutes I get with you.
You absolutely adore your big sister. And she loves you. It is amazing seeing the bond that the two of you have with each other, even this early in your lives. There are times when nothing will make you happy, except for Ellie's attention. You love playing with her toys and watching her run around. I can definately tell you are the second child, you like all the action and get bored if there is nothing going on around you.
You enjoy being outside. The wind in your face or snow flakes falling on you makes you smile. Daddy cannot wait to take you out on bike rides with Ellie! I am sure you will love it, as you always want to do what Ellie does.
You walked on your own time. You were taking steps early on, but have just now started to walk more consistently. It is definately an "if Neve wants to thing"... if we stand you up and you are not in the mood you instantly blop on your bottom and crawl (this is pretty much any time we try to get you to walk). You are also very proud of yourself when you walk, and tend to stop part way through to clap for yourself.
You are a pickier eater than Ellie was. Very selective and often times Cheerios will not cut it with you (you prefer the yogurt melts). Surprisingly, you love eating meat (chicken, beef, ham, anything)! You love nursing, and throw your head back to let me know you want more.
You love your pacifier. You never use one at day-care, but will 'hunt' for them at home. It is amazing how quickly you find them.
You are a bit of a Mommy's girl, but are coming around to Daddy more and more.
You complete our family, and we are so lucky to have you in our lives.
We love you, Neve!
Love,
Mommy
Friday, April 5, 2013
5 on Friday
1. Happy Easter! Ellie loved hunting for Easter eggs, but did not want the Easter Bunny to come to her house.
2. After church on Sunday we headed up to Ames to spend time with Nick's Mom and her husband. Yummy food, an Easter egg hunt and time with the extended family!
3. On Monday we had Neve's 1-year photos! She did a great job and we love the preview photos:
http://www.sarahmcconnellphotography.net/blog/2013/4/preview--genevieve
4. On Thursday I took Ellie to the ENT to check on her ears. She goes in on Monday to have tubes put in for the second time. Her left ear still has the tube in it (barely), but they are going to replace it so both ears are done at the same time and we are not back in for surgery in 6 months.
5. We are loving the beautiful weather! Bring on Spring!
2. After church on Sunday we headed up to Ames to spend time with Nick's Mom and her husband. Yummy food, an Easter egg hunt and time with the extended family!
3. On Monday we had Neve's 1-year photos! She did a great job and we love the preview photos:
http://www.sarahmcconnellphotography.net/blog/2013/4/preview--genevieve
4. On Thursday I took Ellie to the ENT to check on her ears. She goes in on Monday to have tubes put in for the second time. Her left ear still has the tube in it (barely), but they are going to replace it so both ears are done at the same time and we are not back in for surgery in 6 months.
5. We are loving the beautiful weather! Bring on Spring!
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