January was one of the most challenging months of my life. WEEK 1 Layoffs to start the new year! I survived, but 30% of the people who did what I did were suddenly gone. I firmly believe the names were picked out of a hat and we’re not sure things will be done at any point this year so I get to live with…
The little bundle is becoming so much more interactive. Waving, clapping, dare I say object permanence is becoming a thing? She’s pulling herself to stand, but not quite cruising. Beginning to get a leg up to head up stairs… Hurray for baby gates! We have teeth with the fourth one just coming in, and she’s a definite fan of ice cream (from multiple occasions).…
Cliche, but “a whirlwind of a year.” New baby, new job, and a new coast. Looking forward to a settled 2023 in which none of those occur. Bryn joined us in late March. Compared to her older sister, the birthing process was a breeze. Two kids is definitely more than twice as hard as one, but we’re managing well and I’m just a few…
Halloween, snow, long colds for everyone, Thanksgiving, first ice cream (liked it), tolerating the car and stroller, sitting up on her own, able to crawl across the house, and loads of babbling. It was a big month for this little one.
What a six months, kid! You said farewell to all the friends you ever knew, your room, your home, and your city. I think you’ve landed fairly well on the other side of the country so kudos to you. You are such a loving big sister, love you some books and Daniel Tiger, are beginning to rough-house with me (dream come true!!), I think…
Little girl is getting mighty close to forward momentum! She’s up on her knees and able to throw/fall forward. It’s been a good half a year without baby gates… She got to meet Grandpa Mike and Grandma Karen as they spent a few days here. She LOVES her sister SO MUCH and that’s reciprocated… sometimes too much. Biggest thing for Mom and Dad? Tolerating…