Just a fun family catch-up since I am too tired to write out Zach's post tonight. Yes, I do everything in birth order. I'm sure I will have to change at some point because I don't want Addie to think I always put her last. I don't, but my brain just runs in birth order.
New Milestones:
> Zach is starting to take one or two steps on his own. At the moment only to get from one object to another one. It will be fun to see what develops this next week.
> We tried pizza tonight. Hawaiian pizza. My kids get enough "just cheese" stuff, so we decided to go Hawaiian. I would say it was a hit. Especially if you consider the fact that Zach looked like he had a bad spray tan and Addie had sauce on her forehead.
> My kids LOVE watermelon. No surprise. Dad went to give them more, he started with just ONE small piece for Zach. I laughed. He gave Zach three. By the time he got from the table to the counter (which really just means he turned around) there was no watermelon on Zach's tray.
> I believe Zach and Addie know the sign language sign for "done". Why do I not include Katie you wonder? Because Katie will make the done sign, smile, then bang on her tray because it is empty and she wants more food. Silly girl. Zach and Addie however were shaking their little hands at me and they really WERE done. Momma pride. (and excuse to keep watching Baby Signing Times)
> Katie has two new top teeth. Addie is getting her first set of bottom molars. Of course, she hasn't broken her second set of bottom teeth, but molars they are a-comin.
> We are finally calling it quits on the 6 mo clothes for Addie. She is almost 14 months. They do still fit. However, since they are becoming snug and we have more than enough 9 mo and 12 mo, it's time to say goodbye.
*Random info - my husband is watching wrestling on tv. I can see the reflection in the window. My husband NEVER watches wrestling. I believe this is a sign of how tired we all are.
> We had a great trip to Fairbanks today. Minus the lunch, kinda. We timed our trip to leave at their morning nap. We were able to use the double stroller and put one lucky child in a cart at each location. We got everything on our list, except contact lens cases which never make the list because I always forget until I take out my contacts. We even picked up dinner, pizza, see above milestone. The kids took a nap on the way home, so we let them stay up a bit later, but all in all a GREAT trip. Minus the lunch, kinda. :)
That's our life at the moment. We are doing ok with the laundry and dishes every night. I did take one night off, and tonight John moved towels from the washer to the dryer so I called it complete. Haha. Sometimes those little breaks are just needed.
Saturday, August 25, 2012
Friday, August 17, 2012
My Katie-bug
Katherine Taylor Slette
Born 7-9-11 @7:58pm ~ 4lb 4oz
one year checkup ~ 17lb 13oz
Katie, who we both said would never be Katie but rather Kate, was our first child. I didn't know it at the time, but I think John did. He selected which girl would get which name we had since he was the first to truly "see" them in the NICU. I also wanted him to have that special task of deciding. When I asked how he chose, he said he thought the oldest girl should be Katherine. Kate as we were going to call her. May still call her. But somehow Kate seemed such a big name for such a small girl, so while in the NICU she became Katie-bug and Katydid. Much more fitting names for such a little girl.
What makes Katie, Katie:
~ she was giving butterfly kisses from the very beginning, even in the NICU
~ she LOVES a good stretch, again, even in the NICU days
~ she would sing while drinking her bottle
~ she is the only "paci" child
~ girl can fall asleep ANYwhere
~ she will eat ANYthing
~ she will eat a LOT of it
~ she will fill her fists with food and still try to pick more up
~ she has lighter hair
~ she has long hair, into her eyes long
~ she is slower on the teeth creating
~ she can SCREAM at the absolute top of her lungs
~ she will crawl in your lap to cuddle
~ first to sit up
~ first to crawl
~ first to try to walk (with help)
~ she waves backward, like a come-here
~ first to shake her head "yes" instead of "no"
~ she is part monkey-girl who will climb almost anything
Just recently, Katie learned how to "kiss". For real kiss. It's about the sweetest thing and her smile at you after is about the second sweetest thing. I love her.
Born 7-9-11 @7:58pm ~ 4lb 4oz
one year checkup ~ 17lb 13oz
What makes Katie, Katie:
~ she was giving butterfly kisses from the very beginning, even in the NICU
~ she LOVES a good stretch, again, even in the NICU days
~ she would sing while drinking her bottle
~ she is the only "paci" child
~ girl can fall asleep ANYwhere
~ she will eat ANYthing
~ she will eat a LOT of it
~ she will fill her fists with food and still try to pick more up
~ she has lighter hair
~ she has long hair, into her eyes long
~ she is slower on the teeth creating
~ she can SCREAM at the absolute top of her lungs
~ she will crawl in your lap to cuddle
~ first to sit up
~ first to crawl
~ first to try to walk (with help)
~ she waves backward, like a come-here
~ first to shake her head "yes" instead of "no"
~ she is part monkey-girl who will climb almost anything
Just recently, Katie learned how to "kiss". For real kiss. It's about the sweetest thing and her smile at you after is about the second sweetest thing. I love her.
My big girl.
Saturday, August 11, 2012
My Reality (post 1)
I went to my hairdresser yesterday. I spent three plus hours alone, well, with another adult. A female adult. We talked fun fashion, we gossiped - just a little, we talked hair, we talked makeup, and we talked family. One of our discussions went in the direction of people who become depressed and due to that depression become essentially house bound. I think my hairdresser was SHOCKED when I said I totally understand.
First, she was shocked that I said I too feel that way sometimes. That after multiple days at home with the kids when John suggests I run to get us food, or run to the store, I often defer. In all honesty, it's partially because of a hygiene issue. Mom of multiples insight, we come last and when last is fourth place, or worse, showering every day - let alone makeup, hair, and decent clothing - is a luxury. I consider it a good day when I get deodorant on pre-funky smell. (sorry, tmi I'm sure...but pretty much this whole post is). Partially I defer out of a semi-depression. It's simply easier to stay home away from people as is my new normal.
Second, she was shocked that my new normal involves little people only. Her jaw literally dropped when I told her that pretty much, I have two friends that visit. A third that kinda keeps in regular contact, and a sister-in-law who tries very hard even though she has her own family and busy life. Now, if you live out of state and are saying..."but I fb you!", I'm talking people who are physically here. Friends. People who I used to consider friends that have now become fb acquaintances. People who I used to consider friends who aren't even fb acquaintances but mere picture commenters. Yep, she couldn't believe it.
I. Am. Lonely.
Surrounded by three littles all day every day, it kinda seems hard to imagine. Here is my perspective: I worked in the school district here for five years. During that time, I met many people. I even became close with some of them. Some, three specifically, I consider "best friends" lacking a better, grown-up term. Then I had the babies. Had I had one child, finished my school year while pg, taken a year off, then returned to work this August I would probably still have all of those friends. Meaning we'd see each other at random meetings or work functions, we'd chat, and we'd probably even see each other around town and chat then too. BUT. I had three babies. I quit instead of taking sabbatical. I don't run around town too often with three babies in tow. So those friends now exist only in facebook comments. Hence, I am lonely. Now, if you are one of the two that honestly tries to visit (you know who you are) don't take offense. I even named you to her! ;) But if you are one who is here, physically in Delta, who considers me a friend...well, remember we're talking my perspective. Please feel free to put your perspective in the comments.
When the babies were first here we had help. Some people felt that they shouldn't stop by, I totally understood! I didn't announce our homecoming because I wanted to avoid the stopping by. However, the babies are now 13 months old. Everyone knows we are back in town now. LOL. But, nobody contacts me. Well, actually I stand corrected. I was invited on a playdate this week. 13 months after their birth, a "friend" from work contacted me for the first time and wanted a playdate. 13 months. First contact. That doesn't make me feel like much of a friend. That makes me feel lonely. My hairdresser was again, SHOCKED that nobody comes to see me or the kids. She admitted to figuring everyone visits us all the time and not wanting to be a burden. Maybe that's how everyone feels. But that is not the truth. Not. At. All.
As I'm typing this I realize maybe it's the whole come-to-see-us part. ?? But isn't that what you do when a friend has a baby? You go to see them?? And when you know they had three babies, wouldn't you kinda assume YOU need to go to THEM? Well, either way I'm here to tell you it would not be a burden. It would be welcome.
Not knowing where else this post is going to go I'm closing it up. So I don't make you lonely too, I'll do another post soon about my amazing kiddos and their 13 month wonderfullness. But be warned, I'll be back with another reality post...and when it's about the road to Delta only being one direction, watch out!
First, she was shocked that I said I too feel that way sometimes. That after multiple days at home with the kids when John suggests I run to get us food, or run to the store, I often defer. In all honesty, it's partially because of a hygiene issue. Mom of multiples insight, we come last and when last is fourth place, or worse, showering every day - let alone makeup, hair, and decent clothing - is a luxury. I consider it a good day when I get deodorant on pre-funky smell. (sorry, tmi I'm sure...but pretty much this whole post is). Partially I defer out of a semi-depression. It's simply easier to stay home away from people as is my new normal.
Second, she was shocked that my new normal involves little people only. Her jaw literally dropped when I told her that pretty much, I have two friends that visit. A third that kinda keeps in regular contact, and a sister-in-law who tries very hard even though she has her own family and busy life. Now, if you live out of state and are saying..."but I fb you!", I'm talking people who are physically here. Friends. People who I used to consider friends that have now become fb acquaintances. People who I used to consider friends who aren't even fb acquaintances but mere picture commenters. Yep, she couldn't believe it.
I. Am. Lonely.
Surrounded by three littles all day every day, it kinda seems hard to imagine. Here is my perspective: I worked in the school district here for five years. During that time, I met many people. I even became close with some of them. Some, three specifically, I consider "best friends" lacking a better, grown-up term. Then I had the babies. Had I had one child, finished my school year while pg, taken a year off, then returned to work this August I would probably still have all of those friends. Meaning we'd see each other at random meetings or work functions, we'd chat, and we'd probably even see each other around town and chat then too. BUT. I had three babies. I quit instead of taking sabbatical. I don't run around town too often with three babies in tow. So those friends now exist only in facebook comments. Hence, I am lonely. Now, if you are one of the two that honestly tries to visit (you know who you are) don't take offense. I even named you to her! ;) But if you are one who is here, physically in Delta, who considers me a friend...well, remember we're talking my perspective. Please feel free to put your perspective in the comments.
When the babies were first here we had help. Some people felt that they shouldn't stop by, I totally understood! I didn't announce our homecoming because I wanted to avoid the stopping by. However, the babies are now 13 months old. Everyone knows we are back in town now. LOL. But, nobody contacts me. Well, actually I stand corrected. I was invited on a playdate this week. 13 months after their birth, a "friend" from work contacted me for the first time and wanted a playdate. 13 months. First contact. That doesn't make me feel like much of a friend. That makes me feel lonely. My hairdresser was again, SHOCKED that nobody comes to see me or the kids. She admitted to figuring everyone visits us all the time and not wanting to be a burden. Maybe that's how everyone feels. But that is not the truth. Not. At. All.
As I'm typing this I realize maybe it's the whole come-to-see-us part. ?? But isn't that what you do when a friend has a baby? You go to see them?? And when you know they had three babies, wouldn't you kinda assume YOU need to go to THEM? Well, either way I'm here to tell you it would not be a burden. It would be welcome.
Not knowing where else this post is going to go I'm closing it up. So I don't make you lonely too, I'll do another post soon about my amazing kiddos and their 13 month wonderfullness. But be warned, I'll be back with another reality post...and when it's about the road to Delta only being one direction, watch out!
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