a thousand words

no. 6

Two seriously important women in my life have both had their SIXTH babies in the last month.  Impressive, right?    

First came Mr. Harrison McKay Waite.  

Harrison's mom, Stephanie, is my sister-in-law.  Forget the "in law" part.  I love this woman like a sister.

 

I have one cute nephew.  

During this Easter weekend visit we had a mini photo session on my bed & I snuggled him as much as possible.  There is nothing better than a newborn sleeping on your chest!

The other baby no. 6 coming up shortly...

xxo

 

jinx

I think I jinxed my son.

A little over a week ago, while chatting with the checker in the grocery store, I proclaimed my children broken bone and stitch free.  Bad move!  In my 9+ years as a parent we've had cuts and bumps, but nothing serious.  Through all the scooter riding and sports games and trampoline bouncing we've been lucky to skirt danger.  Until last night.

Berk went to go get in bed and missed the pillow.  Instead, he hit his eye on the edge of his desk!  Ouch.  Once I got the bleeding to stop, I knew we were headed to the ER.  

6 stitches later Berk's as good as new & I've learned to keep my big mouth shut!

{Waiting, ever waiting, in the ER}

{Brave Berk with his new battle scars!} 

12of12: April

Have I mentioned lately how much I love this project?  Once a month is about my speed & I'm especially loving the "day in the life" documentation!  I'm already dreaming about the 144 page 2011 book I'll print up in December. 

01.  Charlotte's started "reading" to Isaac.  He insists on holding the book & randomly turning pages.  Charlotte's also learning some patience!

02.  My desk.  This is a normal, daily view.  I see now that I need something pretty to hold all the papers waiting their turn for my attention.

03.  Toddler fingers and toes.  Still a little bit chubby (& most definitely irresistible), but a glimpse of the boy he'll soon be!

04.  The 12of12 reminded me to get out my Easter decorations.  I have about three total, but Stella was really into them. 

05.  My electronic brain.  Really, what would I do without my iphone?

06.  Charlotte at preschool.  This girl loves it there, but can NOT stop talking about kindergarten.  It's hard to believe I'll have 3 kids in elementary school come September!

07.  Trader Joe's loot.  Isaac sacrificed his noon nap for milk and eggs.

08. After school pick up and piano for Berk, it was homework time.  

09.  Tuesday is the day I do the most taxi-ing around town.  Isaac rarely falls asleep in the car, but I'm so glad I had my camera close by when he did.

10.  Signs of spring.  The hydrangea by the front door are sprouting.  Can't wait to enjoy those big, beautiful blooms soon!

11.  Berk's love for basketball lives on.  After a team practice, he was outside for more shooting.

12.  The normally brown hills are green and dotted with these yellow mustard plants.  I look forward to this yellow and green month all year long!  Pretty.

Spring is officially here.  That means my favorite season is just around the corner!

xo