Early Sweetness

Carlise woke up at 6am yesterday morning and came in our room. She kissed me on the forehead and rubbed my hair. Last night she got hurt playing, so Ben picked her up and she said, "I want my momma!"

My daughter really does love me! (even with my strictness and anger) I've got to learn to just let things go and just breathe.

art

What's sad is that I had no clue who Del Parson is. So, I googled it this morning and duh! I have like 5 of his pictures in my home and I love his work and the church uses it the most. For those like me who don't know, His most famous is the portrait of Christ in the red robe. You should check out his website and read his story. It's very touching! (grab tissues).

Name That Baby

We're having a hard time naming this baby. We like to use a family name and an uncommon name. Carlise (un) Theone (f & un) and Wesley (f) Denton (f & un). We've been through my Mom and Father's geneology and we couldn't agree on any names. We're waiting on the geneology from Ben's grandpa & grandma's geneology on his Mom's side. We've heard 2 names from that side we like: Josephine & Lillian. So, any input would be greatly appreciated.

Baby Shower

Saturday I hosted a baby shower for my George (Stacy). She's so cute preggo. They've had a nervous time with the pregnancy because early on they detected a heart arrhythmia. They haven't noticed it since, but she still has to avoid certain foods and drinks. She's having a boy and they're naming him Ammon.

When I was pregnant with Carlise I commissioned Stacy to create for me an alphabet chart. It is totally unique and complete with alliteration for each letter. Then when I became pregnant with Wesley I commisioned her to create a number chart 1-10. Mom and I paid to have her artwork professionally scanned to digital file. Really, she's that talented and doesn't see it, and her artwork is Awesome! Hopefully Stacy Creations will be up and running soon, but first to birth that baby. Due December 7th

BabyWearing

so, i've just discovered the world of babywearing and i've done some research. I like the Moby Wrap especially with UV protection. Majority of the year our UV rating is 11+ (the highest). But, I can make a wrap really simple and RIT makes a UV wash additive for your laundry for only $1.99 a box. But, I need something simpler since I will have 2 toddlers and a newborn that nurses frequently. I like the ring slings because they are very adjustable and I can wear Welsey currently in some of the positions. I'll have Anna make one probably. I think a pouch will be the easiest to use especially at first. However, I need to get a pouch for Ben, too. Mom used to sew every project I wanted, but her health has really gone downhill in the last month or so. Not to mention she has lots of other things going on, so she's only movitivated if I sit in the sewing room with her. And sincer her house is torn apart right now and isn't child-proof. That won't work. What I really need to do is have her show me how to use my machine so I can practice and get better and just make my own items. But, until I get really good, I'm not making something that is supposed to contain my children. Safety being an issue. Plus, it'd be great to be able to experiment and actually make my own clothes and misc. baby crafts for my children.

One income is hard enough, and Ben has to go back to school and finish something. or rather just start. He didn't get an associates before his mission and worked instead when he got home. Add a third baby in diapers to our situation and it's going to be tight. But, I know we'll manage.

parenting

Ok, so I really need to find the cord so I can download pictures from my camera. And now I know why growing up there are so few pictures of mom. Our little man, Wesley, is now 1. I can't believe it's already been a year and he's changed so much. Sad thing, Lyndsey came by last week and it was the first time she's seen him. Oy! Carlise is almost 2 1/2 and being a little mommy. She repeats everything I say. Especially if it's directed to Wesley. I can't imagine where she gets that bossiness from. =] Ok, i did the exact same thing when I was little. Everyday is full of tantrums and triumphs with our little drama momma. I wish we could freeze time, but then again not. Parenting is so bittersweet. We miss the newborn and the littleness they have when first born, but every new step is exciting to watch them learn and grow.