Today we visited a military beach facility. We often visit Okinawan beach facilities and they are awesome. So awesome that every time we go, I start lamenting all the things I’m going to miss about Okinawa. So going to a military facility today I expected, you know, a beach, the ocean, a picnic table or … Continue reading
Some of you already know this, but the Anna doll has been a permanent fixture in Asher’s life now for almost 2 months. Anna sleeps in the crib with him, rides in the cup holder of his car seat, stands next to his plate at the table, you get the idea. Now that everybody knows, … Continue reading
This week, Isla and Asher went to the pediatrician’s office for their annual physicals. They’re both doing great, growing on track, meeting their milestones. We were cruising along right up until Isla heard the “s” word- shots. Poor child needed immunizations- ugh. No amount of reasoning or bribing calmed the storm of Isla’s refusal. It … Continue reading
Seriously, instead of the kid vacuums just being annoying-noise-making toys, why can’t they actually work like a real vacuum? And the kid lawn mowers, too. Ok, maybe not the kid lawn mowers.
The past few weeks have revealed a few big changes for Isla. Maybe it has something to do with turning 4? She can work a swing without help, she can help Asher get his shoes on, she can clean up her toys (occasionally without being asked!), and she can skip! Next I need to get … Continue reading
I mentioned before that we kept Asher’s birthday simple this year. Elliot’s deployment began quite soon after the birthday, and at the time, we were trying to soak up every second of being together. We didn’t want to share our time or our children with anybody else, even for something like a party! Likewise, I … Continue reading
Success! With lots of help from wonderful friends, we pulled off a fun, happy 4th birthday party for Isla. Back in the planning stages, I tried hard to coax Isla into a different type of party. In the end, though, I actually truly enjoyed setting this one up, probably because I forced myself to simplify … Continue reading
I thought about using this title instead: Photographic Support for Mom of the Year Nomination. Today is Friday, and on Fridays, we have a babysitter come to the house for 4 hours. I use this time for wild adventures like grocery shopping or mailing packages or, when I’m particularly well-rested, folding laundry. Despite the mundane … Continue reading
Keeping up with the Rosses 