I'm a little sad. I just took down and moved out the last crib that will ever be in our home. Ever. My best friend Kylie came to help. With both the physical and emotional parts.
Don't get me wrong. I love watching my kids grow up. They are all becoming strong, capable, independent people. And isn't that the goal? But it is also hard to believe that a chapter in our lives is over. No more pregnancy, breastfeeding, cribs, diapers, highchairs. And don't get me wrong - most of that makes me very, very happy. Birth to three is not my strong suit. (Don't judge me! It's taken me many years to be able to say that without feeling like a rotten mom. I'm just better at this once we can communicate with words and apply just a teeny bit of common sense to our interactions.) So in many ways I'm happy to have it behind me. But it's over. It's done. And that makes me sad.
So I'll sniff, sniff for a bit. And then move on. I've got a feeling there are some good years ahead of us. And I intend to savor every moment!
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Monday, December 19, 2011
weekend wrap-up
We had a very fun weekend. I thought I'd get around to blogging these one at a time, but we were too busy to blog!
Saturday morning began with Liam's basketball game. (A 36-16 win. Technically no one keeps score during these games. But you can ask any of the players and they can tell you!) We have a strong team this year and it's been fun to watch him play.
Next, we headed up the street to the annual fireman santa event. Local firefighters drive through the neighborhoods and collect food and toys for those in need. They pause at each stop and do pictures. One little guy of ours insisted on going in his full fireman regalia!
Ethan could not care less about a picture with santa. And that letter in his hand? It was not for santa. It was a picture he drew for a fireman.
Pure joy!
Next on the agenda - a rather big move. It came to my attention that it is perhaps time for my 3.5 year-old to move out of his crib. Actually, Audrey was 4 when she made the move so this was considered early for the Oscarson household! Here is a picture of Ethan standing next to his crib on his last night in it.
And believe it or not we were still using the changing table to dress him after his bath. I know, I know. Ridiculous. What can I say?? I don't like change! You'll be relieved to know that the changing table now resides in the garage where it awaits its next owner!
So the big night finally arrived. The evening started with a group huddle and lots of encouragement.
Although it took him an hour to go to sleep - he did it! And slept in until his normal time. Success! But he has not yet taken a nap there. And believe me, he still needs his naps. We'll keep trying!
Then last night Audrey and I went on a double-date with our dear friends, Heather and Lauren. Our evening started at Olive Garden and ended at the Mount Baker Theater to watch the lovely Miss McKenna perform in a dance recital. It was a wonderful night!
Saturday morning began with Liam's basketball game. (A 36-16 win. Technically no one keeps score during these games. But you can ask any of the players and they can tell you!) We have a strong team this year and it's been fun to watch him play.
Next, we headed up the street to the annual fireman santa event. Local firefighters drive through the neighborhoods and collect food and toys for those in need. They pause at each stop and do pictures. One little guy of ours insisted on going in his full fireman regalia!
Ethan could not care less about a picture with santa. And that letter in his hand? It was not for santa. It was a picture he drew for a fireman.
Pure joy!
Next on the agenda - a rather big move. It came to my attention that it is perhaps time for my 3.5 year-old to move out of his crib. Actually, Audrey was 4 when she made the move so this was considered early for the Oscarson household! Here is a picture of Ethan standing next to his crib on his last night in it.
And believe it or not we were still using the changing table to dress him after his bath. I know, I know. Ridiculous. What can I say?? I don't like change! You'll be relieved to know that the changing table now resides in the garage where it awaits its next owner!
So the big night finally arrived. The evening started with a group huddle and lots of encouragement.
Although it took him an hour to go to sleep - he did it! And slept in until his normal time. Success! But he has not yet taken a nap there. And believe me, he still needs his naps. We'll keep trying!
Then last night Audrey and I went on a double-date with our dear friends, Heather and Lauren. Our evening started at Olive Garden and ended at the Mount Baker Theater to watch the lovely Miss McKenna perform in a dance recital. It was a wonderful night!
Friday, December 16, 2011
field trip
The kids and I have been studying the ocean recently and we were due for a field trip. So this morning we grabbed a couple of our favorite people and headed to the Marine Life Center. Everyone had a great time. Except maybe the woman volunteering there who was asked many, many questions over the course of one hour. Hey - what can I say? They're inquisitive kids!
....and now...I am off to hit the elliptical for the first time in many, many moons. It won't be pretty. But I have been waaaayyyyyy too indulgent when it comes to Christmas cookies. Time to pay the piper!
....and now...I am off to hit the elliptical for the first time in many, many moons. It won't be pretty. But I have been waaaayyyyyy too indulgent when it comes to Christmas cookies. Time to pay the piper!
Monday, December 12, 2011
Christmas program
The kids had their annual Christmas program at church this weekend. They all did a great job!
Audrey and Liam were both angels. They memorized all their lines and sang beautifully on the songs.
Ethan's preschool class came up and sang "This Little Light of Mine." He, too, loves being on stage. Seems to run in this famly!
Audrey and Liam were both angels. They memorized all their lines and sang beautifully on the songs.
Ethan's preschool class came up and sang "This Little Light of Mine." He, too, loves being on stage. Seems to run in this famly!
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
new ornaments
Dear Grandma and Grandpa,
Thank you very much for our new ornaments! We picked out our very favorites.
Love - Audrey, Liam and Ethan
Thank you very much for our new ornaments! We picked out our very favorites.
Love - Audrey, Liam and Ethan
Monday, December 5, 2011
christmas tree
It was a great weekend. The perfect combination of rest and productivity. And the Christmas tree is up!
Friday, December 2, 2011
'tis the season!
Outside lights are up. Christmas music plays almost all the time. And we visited Santa this morning. We're off to a great start!
Oh - and looked what arrived at my door today! Such a sweet surprise from the nicest neighbors in the world. Thank you Thompsons.
Oh - and looked what arrived at my door today! Such a sweet surprise from the nicest neighbors in the world. Thank you Thompsons.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)