Well, we're on the move again! After the last few weeks of some questionable ethical behavior by Karl's boss, we have decided to head further south to California. I always thought I would never go back but this has been a year of "eating my words"! Yesterday marked 5 months since we moved in with my in-laws and although we will miss them, I'm sure they would like some peace and quiet back into their home. We are heading down to California next week to look around and see where we would like to settle (and where there is work). It will be nice to see my side of the family again after a few months ;) Seems about every three months or so I make my way down there.
Cooper is now 5 months old and is mastering the "worm", which means he's scooting like an inch worm. The drool has doubled in the last month and Karl says he felt a little nub in his gum lines. Looks like some teeth may be poppin through! I can't help but feel a little excitement at the prospect of my boys growing up around their cousins. I know Donovan has told me a few times that he wants to live with his cousin Grace (Nicole's oldest daughter) and Grace returned the statement by telling my mom that Donovan can be her little brother! Looks like Cooper might be left out of that one! Donovan has been asking to go to Grace's house for a few weeks now, before we even knew we were moving. Looks like Donovan has chosen his 'favorite' cousin, although that may not be the case vice versa....he has a way of annoying her PRETTY quick! haha.
So this is a short entry as my oldest is running around like a crazy kid and my youngest is so tired that he's screaming at the top of his lungs. I sure hope this this teething phase goes quickly! We ALL need some sleep!!!
Shara
Wednesday, March 26, 2014
Friday, March 14, 2014
March 14, 2014
I've been asked several times if I plan on writing any more on my blog. I was pleased to hear that it is, in fact, being read! The last two weeks seem to have flown by and although nothing "exciting" has happened, it may be time for an update. Cooper has made up his mind that rolling no longer holds its appeal as much as scooting. Not too long ago, he had made his way across the living room on his tummy under the watchful eyes of his grandparents! No doubt he'll be sitting up on his own in no time and as my mom says, I'll have a walking 7 month old! YIKES! he's particularly cranky the past few weeks because those dang teeth are wanting to make a debut. I've never seen so much drool come from such a small person! Donovan drooled for a bit but that was right before his first tooth popped in at around 8 months. So we wait...
I was asked a few days ago if I was interested in working part-time at Donovan's daycare because they haven't had a very good retention rate for the past few months and they were in desperate need for some more help. I accepted and this morning was my first day. Let's just say I appreciate my children a lot more than I previously did! And I have to have respect for the woman that runs the facility! I don't plan on making this a career (for sure!) but I do get to bring my kids to work and gt paid for it! Plus, it has been so nice out the last few days and I've been able to get out of the house with the kids. I plan on walking to work as much as I can so that I am 'bathing suit' ready for our Hawaii trip next summer. It will be our first kid-free vacation and I cannot wait!!!
We got some exciting news recently that my older brother proposed to his girlfriend and are in the midst of planning a wedding for either later this year or early next year. My younger brother and his wife are having a ceremony and reception in May to celebrate their marriage. They did what Karl and I did and got married at the courthouse a few years ago and waited until they were back in California to host the traditional wedding. Karl and I had planned on doing the same thing this year but with the arrival of Cooper, a big move to another state, and our financial focus, we may push it back for another year or two. I'm not sure why it is so important to me that I wear a wedding dress once in my life but I think the main reason I want to do a wedding ceremony (or vow renewal) and reception is because I feel like I cheated some out of that experience (and not necessarily on my side of the family). All this wedding planning and excitement really reaffirms my desire to have a 'wedding'.
Well, another lovely weekend ahead and there will be some 'spring cleaning' going on. I guess it's true that fresh air truly clears the mind. Just in the last four days I have been walking and I feel less tense and less stressed out. Plus my kids like riding in the double stroller and I get quite a workout. It just needs to warm up a bit more so we can explore the hiking trails along the Columbia Gorge. Big plans this summer!!!
I look forward to the next few weeks and what they will bring. I pray for the patience to continue down the path I am headed and the motivation to stay the course. I just try to remember in times of frustration that these are temporary situations. In the meantime, I'll live my life the best way I know how; with love.
V/R
Shara
Cooper's new dapper mustache! Well, it was Donovan's but Cooper was the only one that would wear it!
"Must play video game...."
Sweet little 3 year old!!!
The silly boys in their matching jammies.
I was asked a few days ago if I was interested in working part-time at Donovan's daycare because they haven't had a very good retention rate for the past few months and they were in desperate need for some more help. I accepted and this morning was my first day. Let's just say I appreciate my children a lot more than I previously did! And I have to have respect for the woman that runs the facility! I don't plan on making this a career (for sure!) but I do get to bring my kids to work and gt paid for it! Plus, it has been so nice out the last few days and I've been able to get out of the house with the kids. I plan on walking to work as much as I can so that I am 'bathing suit' ready for our Hawaii trip next summer. It will be our first kid-free vacation and I cannot wait!!!
We got some exciting news recently that my older brother proposed to his girlfriend and are in the midst of planning a wedding for either later this year or early next year. My younger brother and his wife are having a ceremony and reception in May to celebrate their marriage. They did what Karl and I did and got married at the courthouse a few years ago and waited until they were back in California to host the traditional wedding. Karl and I had planned on doing the same thing this year but with the arrival of Cooper, a big move to another state, and our financial focus, we may push it back for another year or two. I'm not sure why it is so important to me that I wear a wedding dress once in my life but I think the main reason I want to do a wedding ceremony (or vow renewal) and reception is because I feel like I cheated some out of that experience (and not necessarily on my side of the family). All this wedding planning and excitement really reaffirms my desire to have a 'wedding'.
Well, another lovely weekend ahead and there will be some 'spring cleaning' going on. I guess it's true that fresh air truly clears the mind. Just in the last four days I have been walking and I feel less tense and less stressed out. Plus my kids like riding in the double stroller and I get quite a workout. It just needs to warm up a bit more so we can explore the hiking trails along the Columbia Gorge. Big plans this summer!!!
I look forward to the next few weeks and what they will bring. I pray for the patience to continue down the path I am headed and the motivation to stay the course. I just try to remember in times of frustration that these are temporary situations. In the meantime, I'll live my life the best way I know how; with love.
V/R
Shara
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