Gloomy Tuesday Smiles

Maximus

To the right is our newest family pet, Maximus. Nate found Maximus last week sadly all by himself on the side of the road. Nate gladly brought him home, cleaned him up and introduced him to the kiddos. They were more than happy to ride him, and instantly, bounded with him. Thankfully, Maximus has a 45 lbs weight maximum so even Elyse gets to enjoy him. In all seriousness, this riding horse has been the top attraction in our home this past week; and besides being another large, unattractive toy, I have no complaints. Another great free find by Nate.

 

 

Meeting Aven

Today, one of my closest friends from high school, Kate (Garry) Blomberg and her precious, new daughter, Aven came over.  The entire time with perfect.  We got to eat lunch together; and then I put the kiddos down for their naps giving us lots of of time to talk.  Sadly, Caleb napped the entire time so I was not able to get any pictures of him with Aven. 

 

A special thank you to Kate for coming over to hang out.  It was so great seeing you and meeting Aven.  She is absolutely perfect and beautiful.  Love ya.

 

Holding hands already, future Mr. and Mrs. Klauser ;)

Cubbies

Awana started last Tuesday night for Elyse; and besides the late bedtimes from being overexcited and wanting to share everything she did, we love the program and have no complaints.  Elyse received her vest and bag making her an official Awana's Cubbie.  She even asked me if she could sleep in her vest.  She is by far the cutest little Cubbie I have ever seen :)

For those of you that are unaware of what Awana is.  It is a national program that "helps churches and parents work together to develop spiritually strong children and youth who faithfully follow Jesus Christ. The program offers a proven approach for evangelizing and discipling kids in the church and community."   Awana consists of age appropriate lessons, activities, and homework for children.  Therefore, Awana's Cubbies, focus on helping Elyse develop respect for God, His Son and His Word.

Simplistic

I really have nothing exciting or new to share.  Life is busy, yet still pretty simplistic right now.   Mostly just enjoying my time with these three blessings.

Kallen Turns 6 Months

Today I am blogging a bittersweet moment, our baby boy is 6 months old.  I really don't know how this is possible.  I feel like we were just bringing him home from the hospital last week.  I love the baby stage and since my other two don't want to have anything to do with it, I am trying to plead with Kallen to stop growing.   However, I think he has a different plan in mind by his enjoyment of eating foods, rolling all over the place, beginning to sit up without assistance, and his constant interest in what his siblings are doing.  Again, bittersweet. 
 
Kallen, you are such a special gift and we love you so much.  We hope you have a great 6 month birthday!
 

6 Month Well Checkup Stats 

Height: 27.5 inches (85%)

Weight:16 lbs, 4 oz (28%)

 

 



Little Sidekick

Every Monday and Wednesday while Elyse is in preschool, I get to spend my mornings with my boys.  However, my littlest sidekick is taking his morning nap during that time.  So instead, I get to spend one-on-one time with my little sidekick.  It's been a lot of fun to do puzzles, color, cook, and play trucks/cars with Caleb.  I do look forward to when Kallen is done napping so the boys and I can do other fun things outside the home; but for now, I will treasure this Mama and Caleb time.