Here is Caroline with a lime that actually had a heart shaped 'bruise' in it! Cameron discovered that! Isn't that the coolest lime EVER!!
Showing posts with label love. Show all posts
Showing posts with label love. Show all posts
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Love Thursday
Here is Caroline with a lime that actually had a heart shaped 'bruise' in it! Cameron discovered that! Isn't that the coolest lime EVER!!
Wednesday, December 19, 2007
Is it warm in here? or is it just me?
Well, it is a Wednesday. Life has been busy as a mom to six. Courtney has been doing well, and giving me already in the last week a few nights where she has slept for 5-6 hours. That has been nice. This baby girl does not require a lot, and remains happy and content with what is all going on around her. I am looking forward to seeing a first smile. That should be on its way soon I would think. That would make a nice Christmas gift :D
The kids have been busy with school, and of course last week was the big Christmas Concert. That was delightful to see three of my kids up on stage, and fun and you can read and see photos up on my Mom's blog! Thank Heavens for Nannies and Grandparents.
This weekend past we took the kids out after dinner for a drive to look at all of the beautiful Christmas lights. Most of the kids ended up falling asleep on us, but not Cameron and Claire! They held out to the very end. And, on Sunday I had my dear friend Cynthia over to wrap presents for me. She gave that gift to me, and I was so thankful and that allowed me to write some cards, write on the tags and just chat and have fun with her. That night we ordered in Chinese food with the in-laws that was fun, and I headed out to buy me some new pants, a couple of blouses and two stretch wash blazers.
I also did something I felt really good and that was to get rid of all of my maternity clothing. I felt good because they went to a friend, and sad because I knew those are the clothes that housed my beautiful belly. That was hard, and has always been hard. But, that is it for us. No more kids. So, off they went. I know they will be put to good use.
And, I also baked banana loaves that afternoon for the parents at school that have been giving me a hand with dropping off kids to my house. I have a hard time accepting help, but I have been because they make me lol. The generosity and support has been amazing. I am blessed by good friends (and family!!) So, I made the loaves which needed to cool before wrapping. Well, my little Caroline attacked the banana bread and ate the tops off, so Cliff had to make 2 more loaves for me lol!
Of course I had my trip to the big city early Monday morning to deal with my varicose veins, and you can read all about those in my other blog. I am wearing compression hose on a daily basis. And they keep me VERY WARM.
And, then just the usual stuff this week. School stuff, and of course laundry, and home stuff. And poopy undies lol, and the seemingly never ending bum wiping task. And of course the never ending battle of trying to keep a clean home. And watching lots of Christmas movies with the kids. That has been fun too. That is the fun part of having kids! The shows and the fun that is for sure. I am so glad that I finished all of my shopping before Courtney was born. We did a lot of online shopping, and the stuff we needed we bought WAY before the Christmas rush. So, now all we do is enjoy! That is a good feeling.
Cliff came home with a cold yesterday. Poor guy. He has been under the weather. But he still managed to make a great stir fry for dinner for us all. Thank goodness for a man that can cook! And the fact that he ENJOYS that is a bonus for us all.
The kids have been busy with school, and of course last week was the big Christmas Concert. That was delightful to see three of my kids up on stage, and fun and you can read and see photos up on my Mom's blog! Thank Heavens for Nannies and Grandparents.
This weekend past we took the kids out after dinner for a drive to look at all of the beautiful Christmas lights. Most of the kids ended up falling asleep on us, but not Cameron and Claire! They held out to the very end. And, on Sunday I had my dear friend Cynthia over to wrap presents for me. She gave that gift to me, and I was so thankful and that allowed me to write some cards, write on the tags and just chat and have fun with her. That night we ordered in Chinese food with the in-laws that was fun, and I headed out to buy me some new pants, a couple of blouses and two stretch wash blazers.
I also did something I felt really good and that was to get rid of all of my maternity clothing. I felt good because they went to a friend, and sad because I knew those are the clothes that housed my beautiful belly. That was hard, and has always been hard. But, that is it for us. No more kids. So, off they went. I know they will be put to good use.
And, I also baked banana loaves that afternoon for the parents at school that have been giving me a hand with dropping off kids to my house. I have a hard time accepting help, but I have been because they make me lol. The generosity and support has been amazing. I am blessed by good friends (and family!!) So, I made the loaves which needed to cool before wrapping. Well, my little Caroline attacked the banana bread and ate the tops off, so Cliff had to make 2 more loaves for me lol!
Of course I had my trip to the big city early Monday morning to deal with my varicose veins, and you can read all about those in my other blog. I am wearing compression hose on a daily basis. And they keep me VERY WARM.
And, then just the usual stuff this week. School stuff, and of course laundry, and home stuff. And poopy undies lol, and the seemingly never ending bum wiping task. And of course the never ending battle of trying to keep a clean home. And watching lots of Christmas movies with the kids. That has been fun too. That is the fun part of having kids! The shows and the fun that is for sure. I am so glad that I finished all of my shopping before Courtney was born. We did a lot of online shopping, and the stuff we needed we bought WAY before the Christmas rush. So, now all we do is enjoy! That is a good feeling.
Cliff came home with a cold yesterday. Poor guy. He has been under the weather. But he still managed to make a great stir fry for dinner for us all. Thank goodness for a man that can cook! And the fact that he ENJOYS that is a bonus for us all.
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
Just like a peach
Today, I had a great day! The kids were pretty good, we got out of the door on time. We had relatively no problems. All good.
The best part of my day, would have been just after lunch. The house was quiet. Caroline was in her bed napping. The two big kids were at school. And after I fed Courtney, and burped her and placed her on my chest all wrapped up in cozy blanket to keep her warm (Carly sat with me, and Catie who fell asleep on my shoulder all cozy under the Christmas blanket...) The nice thing about that time this afternoon was I could rub my cheek on her soft face and her soft little head. And, I could kiss her and stare at her and not get bugged by the others! It was wonderful. I just kept doing that for as long as I could. It was so nice just to enjoy our little baby. Her little head is soft as a little peach. Maybe more like velvet. I cannot decide. All I know is that she is a wonderful little addition to our family.
The best part of my day, would have been just after lunch. The house was quiet. Caroline was in her bed napping. The two big kids were at school. And after I fed Courtney, and burped her and placed her on my chest all wrapped up in cozy blanket to keep her warm (Carly sat with me, and Catie who fell asleep on my shoulder all cozy under the Christmas blanket...) The nice thing about that time this afternoon was I could rub my cheek on her soft face and her soft little head. And, I could kiss her and stare at her and not get bugged by the others! It was wonderful. I just kept doing that for as long as I could. It was so nice just to enjoy our little baby. Her little head is soft as a little peach. Maybe more like velvet. I cannot decide. All I know is that she is a wonderful little addition to our family.
Sunday, June 17, 2007
Happy Fathers Day Cliff!
The King of our Castle(aka as Daddy, Dad, Uncle and Cliff)
Today we celebrate Dad! And all things Dad!
From the kids:
- I like him making pancakes
- I love it when Daddy tickles me
- I love it when Daddy makes cereal for me
- My Daddy makes my bed sometimes
- I like him because he is funny
- His hugs and his tickles
- I love everything he does
- He hugs me at night
- He kisses me at night
- He gives us treats when we go through drive thru
- He can make us feel better
- Daddy does good first aid
- He changes our diapers
- He dresses us
- He loves us no matter what we do
From his Wife:
- His ability to cope with chaos
- His immense love for his family
- His laughter
- His smile
- His dedication to me
- His dedication to his kids
- His love for me
- He provides for us
- He gave me five beautiful children
- His sense of humour
- His love for me during this sixth pregnancy
- You give us beautiful kids!
- Your support
- His love for his parents, family and friends
- His handyman abilities and skills
- His hugs
- His strong hands
- His strong shoulders, arms and back that give me big hugs
- His ability to keep me grounded
- He keeps me safe
- He always knows the “right” thing to say -- he’s reasonable.
- He is always cool, calm, and collected.
- He always give 110 percent
- He is always willing to do the dirty work -- diapers, toilets, dishes, recycling
- He is SWEEEEEEEET!
- He chose me!
- He makes me feel beautiful
I love you Cliff! You rock my world!
Enjoy your special day!
We love you,
Cathy
Cameron, Claire, Carly, Catie, Caroline and sweet number six
xo
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