Ahh what a lovely sight. . .

I have two sleeping children at the moment. I have never appreciated quiet time so much!! I dread the day that Kalem stops his afternoon nap. He is almost 3 so I am sure it will be happening soon. I know many of his little buddies don't nap anymore and haven't for some time but I am so thankful that he still does- is that horrible to say??? I love it when my kids are sleeping. . . ok better said, i love a moment of peace and quiet all to myself. Anyway, I had to share these pics of the two of them cause they just look so sweet and peaceful.

Life's Mystery. . .

4 weeks old- 14 Diapers in 24 hours. How can so much mess come out of something so tiny? I knew Quincy was going through a ton of diapers each day but i didnt realize it was this many until i decided to keep track yesterday. Is that a lot or is it just me wondering?

back to reality

My mom left us on Wed. so it is back to reality for me. I have to assume all of the household responsibilities again. We had Trevor's mom here for a week and mine here for 3- we have been spoiled and were so so lucky to have the help. Thanks to both of them for sacrificing their time and energy to come and be with us at this time.

Trevor has been away on a business trip to Phoenix for the past 8 days and he just got back early Wed morning. He was missed a great deal by the master Kalem and an even greater deal by me. I was so jealous he was enjoying 80 degree temperatures at an amazing resort, driving around in his convertible rental and we were stuck here with the cold Chicago weather. Does it ever warm up here? Ok, I know it gets warm here, I have heard about the amazingly beautiful summers and I've try not to complain too much this weather but to be honest it is starting to wear on me or maybe its just post-pardum setting in. In any case, I am more than ready for some warm and sunny days.

Well now that Trev is back and the grammas have left I am excited to get back to our little family routine, whatever that may be. We are still looking for a house so most of our spare time together as a family is spent house hunting. My next question is - WILL WE EVER FIND A HOUSE??? I am so ready to get al of our stuff out of storage that has been there for the past 3 years- so ready to get settled into a permanent residence, and ready for a place to call our own. It will happen some day soon. We get kicked out of our temp housing in a month so hopefully we can find something before then- keeping our fingers crossed.

love at first sight. . .

OK! So I am back from my blogging maternity leave- ha. Seriously, I have been meaning to get some pictures of the new baby up here but can't find the time in between feedings, diaper changes and quality time spent with Kalem- I even have my mom here helping out for a few weeks so I should have all the time in the world right now. What will I ever do when she leaves?? She has been such a saint and has been slaving away.

How does anyone get anything done with 2 children?? Everyone keeps saying things will get easier so I am holding ya'll to that in hopes that it is true.

So I thought I was prepared to have another newborn in the house but it's amazing how much I had forgotten since Kalem was a baby. The sleepless nights, endless diaper changing, outfit changes 3 x a day because she poops all over them and the best one of all- How much LOVE your heart feels when that new one arrives. It was love at first site for sure.

She has been a great baby so far and we are keeping our fingers crossed it stays that way.

Kalem just adores her and showers her with many kisses a day. He can't wait until she is old enough to play with his toys. He keeps setting down toys next to her in hopes she will pick it up and start playing. I can't believe how grown up he looks to me now. When we got home from the hospital he instantly changed from my little baby to such a BIG boy. That was a hard moment for me but all of these changes are good. We were getting too comfortable as a family of 3- it was time for another to join our family!!!

Today my friend Rachel came over to take some pictures of Quincy. We had a great time with it. I think Quincy wet on every blanket we had and she even left some marks on me but it was all worth it. Rachel is just starting out with her newborn photography but she did an amazing job. Take a look. . .

Imagination. . .

It is so fun for me watch Kalem use his imagination for playtime. We had imaginary play ALL DAY LONG today! I bought him a tiny airplane because we travel so much and he LOVES planes and so lately we have been getting on the plane flying all over the place to visit different people. So today we got on our imaginary flight and flew to Utah. Then he got his Jeep and loaded his motorcycles on it and we went riding in the imaginary sand dunes. Got stuck a few times and after a few flat tires decided we were done there. We loaded the jeep up and Headed for Bear Lake - Kalem even had to stop and go put on all his beach attire HEAD TO TOE. He even pretended to lather up with sunscreen. We had a picnic, picked up sea shells, made sand castles - Imaginary life is so much fun!!!!

To All My Scotland Friends. . .

HAPPY MOTHERS DAY LADIES!!!

Hope you all have a FABULOUS day and that the sun is shining brightly!

Miss you and think of you often.

BIG HUGS to you and the wee ones

XOXOXO

Another year older. . .

from this. . .

to this. . .
In 33 years.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY BABE!! I love you