Welcome to another new regular feature of our blog. As Grace becomes more and more verbal (and boy, is she verbal), we find ourselves saying things we could never have imagined would come out of our mouths. This regular feature will be our attempt to chronicle these wacky moments and record them for posterity.
Heard today in the Lipsey household:
"I just put my face in his puke."
"No, you don't draw with the chalk on your brother's head."
What crazy things are your kids making you say?
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Thursday, April 22, 2010
To Tide You Over...
New posts will be forthcoming soon, now that life is settling down just the tiniest bit. In the meantime, here's the latest photo of Miles:
Monday, March 22, 2010
Our New Baby Boy
Miles is one week old. We're in a major period of adjustment around here, but are so thankful for the little steps toward routine and normalcy. My parents are staying with us right now, so Grace's days have remained much the same, with Vic and me playing with her between Miles' naps and feedings. Having my parents here also means that we've not had to worry about what's for dinner (we're saving the meals Vic's mom made for when we're truly on our own). Both of these are huge blessings.
We're also quite surprised and thankful that Miles seems to have settled into a bit of a routine -- three or so hours between feedings means that we can get 6-8 hours of sleep each night without too much trouble (albeit in two or three segments). Of course, daytime naps help too, and I'm sure Vic is wishing right about now that he'd brought a pillow to work today...
Miles on his birthday
big sister Grace (who fell on her way out the door to the hospital and had to be rushed to the doctor for three stitches)
with my mom
We're also quite surprised and thankful that Miles seems to have settled into a bit of a routine -- three or so hours between feedings means that we can get 6-8 hours of sleep each night without too much trouble (albeit in two or three segments). Of course, daytime naps help too, and I'm sure Vic is wishing right about now that he'd brought a pillow to work today...
first Starbucks visit
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Friday, March 12, 2010
No Baby Yet
Just a quick update to say that Miles hasn't decided to make his appearance yet. It's looking more and more like it'll be an induction on Sunday.
In the meantime, we continue to keep busy -- Grace is learning to count to ten, spell her name, and kick a ball. She's loving helium balloons, bubbles, and her blankie. My mom and I have been running the occasional errand and walking for exercise (not that chasing Grace isn't enough exercise). Vic is using the extra week at work to get some projects going and some organization in place. And we're all trying to get a full night's sleep every night so we're as prepared as we can be for the upcoming sleep deprivation.
Thank you for your prayers -- they've been felt. Thank you for your offers to help -- they'll be used.
In the meantime, we continue to keep busy -- Grace is learning to count to ten, spell her name, and kick a ball. She's loving helium balloons, bubbles, and her blankie. My mom and I have been running the occasional errand and walking for exercise (not that chasing Grace isn't enough exercise). Vic is using the extra week at work to get some projects going and some organization in place. And we're all trying to get a full night's sleep every night so we're as prepared as we can be for the upcoming sleep deprivation.
Thank you for your prayers -- they've been felt. Thank you for your offers to help -- they'll be used.
Monday, March 8, 2010
And We Wait...
So no baby tomorrow unless he decides to come on his own. Our new deadline is Sunday and, while we're ready now, we're happy to wait if it means a (possibly) easier delivery and healthy baby. We'll continue to keep everyone posted here.
Odds and Ends (part three)
Need a Car?
Meet Sparky. He's a black 1998 Volkswagen Golf (below is a stock photo). Unfortunately, he's not big enough to hold a second child's carseat, so he has to go. He's not perfect (after all, he's 12 years old) but he's always been reliable for me and we'd like to find him a good home. Let us know if you or someone you know might be interested.
Mimi and Papa
Vic's parents came for a visit about a month ago and stayed for ten days. It was such fun to watch Grace getting to know them better, and she's asked about them off and on since their visit. They watched Grace for a weekend so Vic and I could get away (we went to the Abendblume in Leavenworth again and had a relaxing time with the minor exception of the afternoon when Vic went snowmobiling and lost his car key somewhere along the way). Their visit was also a huge help to me during this final month of pregnancy -- Vic Sr. played with Grace a lot and took some great pictures of her, and Annette filled our freezer with meals we can enjoy in the busy time after Miles is born. Thanks again to you both!
Stay Tuned
So obviously no Miles yet. But we have a doctor appointment this afternoon and will know more after that. It's a good possibility that we'll be going to the hospital tomorrow (Tuesday) for an induction, so check back later tonight for the update.
Meet Sparky. He's a black 1998 Volkswagen Golf (below is a stock photo). Unfortunately, he's not big enough to hold a second child's carseat, so he has to go. He's not perfect (after all, he's 12 years old) but he's always been reliable for me and we'd like to find him a good home. Let us know if you or someone you know might be interested.
Mimi and Papa
Vic's parents came for a visit about a month ago and stayed for ten days. It was such fun to watch Grace getting to know them better, and she's asked about them off and on since their visit. They watched Grace for a weekend so Vic and I could get away (we went to the Abendblume in Leavenworth again and had a relaxing time with the minor exception of the afternoon when Vic went snowmobiling and lost his car key somewhere along the way). Their visit was also a huge help to me during this final month of pregnancy -- Vic Sr. played with Grace a lot and took some great pictures of her, and Annette filled our freezer with meals we can enjoy in the busy time after Miles is born. Thanks again to you both!
Stay Tuned
So obviously no Miles yet. But we have a doctor appointment this afternoon and will know more after that. It's a good possibility that we'll be going to the hospital tomorrow (Tuesday) for an induction, so check back later tonight for the update.
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