friday

We had a late night last night so I thought we could have a slow morning. It was all going well, the kids were playing in the hallway and their bedrooms for quite a bit. Then Issabelle and William got into a little tiff. She wanted something she could not have and let William know she was not happy. I came in and swooped her up, changed her and while up on the changing table I was telling her that she did not need to yell at William and throw the cards all over the place. That is wasn't very nice and she ought to really say she was sorry to Will. I put her down in our room. He was in Harkin's room. She walked straight to him, held out her arms and climbed into his lap. She was saying her sorry. I am continually amazed at what she can comprehend. William was pretty surprised himself.

Once we had breakfast I was in cleaning mode. We did not get as much done as I had hoped. I feel like I am always playing catch up. But I suppose that is the season I am in right now. The boys desperately needed to get outside and Izzy needed a nap. That was all well and good. When she woke up, we went out to see what they were all up to. She was a stuffed marshmallow in her snowsuit but was so happy to be able to walk outside. She finally got a decent pair of boots she could wear outside. It was good to get fresh air and we all felt a bit rejuvenated.

Inside there was lunch, play, a few lessons and Daddy came home early. We all tried to be quiet as he needed a nap( he was up at 4:00am) That kinda didn't go so well and there were several tears happening in the late afternoon.  Dinner was better and we were all happy to eat with Eric. Landon got these table talk cards with his kidstir subscription. We were having fun answering questions of all kinds.

Harkin and Issabelle fell asleep rather quickly and I played a game with the boys. Libraries are now lending games to try out, which is awesome. We played for over an hour. It was a pretty fun game. Ticket to Ride. It was what I needed with my big boys. We had tried in the afternoon but the tears and crankiness got in the way.

The week has ended and overall it was a good one. Looking forward to relaxing tomorrow and maybe some skiing on Sunday.

June 1

A day full of errands and appointments.

First we had Issabelle's 4 month check up. She is doing great! 18 lbs 13 oz. 26 inches long. There is no problem with her growing. She did have two shots and gave a little whimper. William said she had so much extra stuff around her legs that it didn't hurt her. The things big brothers will say!!

Then the two big boys had dentist appointments. Everything looks good. William has no more baby teeth ;(

We headed to the library for a small load of books. The boys like to see if we go over the limit. Not this time. Only 38. Issabelle slept the whole time we were there on Mama's chest.

We left and there was a small melt down. Harkin was tired and hungry, so we stopped for a quick bite to eat and then headed home. However, Harkin fell asleep 5 minutes from the house so instead of coming home and waking him we continued to drive. We decided to go and pick up William's needle felted guys from the yarn store. We had left them there for display.

Once home the boys played in the garage for a bit. It was raining pretty hard. Then they came in to chill and watch a show. There was popcorn made by Will for an afternoon snack.

Mama made pie crust and quiche while the boys read and practiced their handwriting. An earlier dinner. We had two little ones who were very tired.

Bath time for Harkin and Landon, they have so much fun playing with their cars. I love how Harkin wants his brothers to help him some times. He wants them to do everything, but they won't change the diaper. I can understand that. Issabelle hangs out with William on his bed while he reads. She always has a smile for him and he is so great at keeping her happy.

Daddy comes home and everyone is happy. Kisses for all and snuggles before bed. Then quiet time for the big boys. I have a chance to read tonight with Will and Lan, since the littles fell asleep so quickly. I love reading with them. It is one of my favorite things and many nights it doesn't happen because it takes me so long to put Issabelle and Harkin to sleep. I either fall asleep with them or when I come out of the room, the boys are asleep already. So I felt good that I got to read tonight.

Another day in this life of ours.