My blog has been quiet lately, a reflection of the drawing inward nature of the past weeks. Mostly I have just wanted to enjoy the days with Dan and my girls. And to spend many moments cuddling wee Kathleen whose days of tiny will pass so quickly. Not to mention that the addition of a baby has brought about a much more overt need of hugs, attention, and thoughtful parenting for Aneliese and Cecily. That takes up much of the day and then I am so ready for sleep that I can hardly form a sentence. I just keep thinking how privileged I am to be able to provide that for them even though in the challenging times (especially in the night), I forget to be thankful.
The Christmas days:
The Christmas surprises!
Christmas with Jeff and Jenny!
Christmas stocking
what's in there??
Excitment over a maple candy
more excitement over new socks.
happiness over Glee Gum!
Cecily felt that Kathleen needed to hold her gifts (the wooden ring and bubble bath).
Dress up!
We filled an old suitcase with hats, wings, and silk scarve
lots of family phone calls
Lighting the Advent candles
Building a snow fort
Thanks for keeping us in the loop with your family’s Christmas. Frankly, I’m amazed that with a brand new one and two other littlies, you have had even a moment to spare to post at all!
Blessings on you in 2012. I miss your presence in the TH but am so happy that you all appear to be thriving.
Much love to all of you, especially my little Aneliese xo
Aw fun. Happy New Year friend:) You are inspiring.
i just wanted to read about your little life and what a sweet surprise to get tons of sweet lil pics too! i loooove your girls! they remind me of laura ingalls for some reason. i don’t know. maybe it was the maple candy excitement! haha happiest new year ever!!!!! Love EB
Sweet pictures of your celebrations! Aneliese’s excited face is too priceless.
I just love how excited Aneliese got about everything!!! I love this age! Much love to you. I hope babyland is peaceful and well.