Time really does fly this time of year. Marcus is four weeks old and it's much more fun to hold and watch him than create blog posts! Well, honestly, I just haven't figured out how to get everything I used to do done in the same amount of time now that I have a baby and greater responsibilities. Does something have to 'go'? I'm not sure, yet, but it would sure help if the garden was done for the year...or it would make me feel less guilty!
It’s hard to find the time to do much of anything but nurse a baby, change a baby, homeschool the older kids, cook a meal, and remember to shower!
Marcus, for whom I haven’t determined a ‘blog name’, is growing out of his newborn sized clothing. I’d say another week and they’ll be too tight lengthwise for the little guy. Good thing the grandmas saw fit to buy both newborn and 0-3 mos. clothes. Part of me doesn’t want to put away the newborn sizes. Same thing I went through with Louis…this might be my last baby, and I want to cherish/savor each moment. Sure makes me into a procrastinator.
Grandma & Grandpa Golden Acres with Marcus. They came Friday before Labor Day Weekend to watch Dash’s football game on Friday night, then stayed over to spend a bit of time visiting. Saturday was the Bison Football home opener.
I made a huge batch of Beef Carbonnade last week (just do a google search for Beef Carbonnade and Cooking Light) the intent to freeze at least two family sized portions. I’ll have enough for that plus another ‘leftover’ meal tomorrow.
To add to our craziness, we decided to let Zeke play in Wolfpack football. He’s thoroughly enjoying himself. Who would’ve thought our little cuddler would enjoy tackling? I haven’t seen him play in a game, yet, but did watch him during practice on Tuesday evening. I will put in a picture of Zeke in his uniform…if I ever get the pics downloaded off my camera!
Dash started his football season in early August. However, he hasn’t had the playing opportunities that last year afforded. The games have been much closer this year, meaning the younger players don’t get subbed into the game at all.
Graham, Louis, and Angelina enjoy going to the Loboe home football games with dad. Marcus and I have stayed home thus far. He’s just to little to stay outside that long and to be completely frank, I’m just not up for it, yet!
Homeschooling has its ups and downs. This week, we added a few more subjects for the younger three. We’ll add a few more later this month and I’m holding off on a few of Zeke’s until Spring.
The house is messy, which makes me unsettled. At least I’ve been keeping up in the kitchen – unless you count the beans that aren’t froze, the lug of peaches and lug of pears in the basement frig, and the two cantaloupe and one watermelon that threaten to go to waste (I keep telling myself that if they’re composted it still benefits our health).
Well, this second update finishes out August. It’s the only reasonably quick way to get everything recorded!
My dad was the first to arrive and see Marcus. He was there in time to hold Marcus while Eric and I enjoyed our ‘New Parent’ meal. I can’t remember what it was completely, but it was fabulous (bacon wrapped fillet mignon & Eric ordered something else).
Grandma & Grandpa Green Acres were next to arrive.
Later in the day, all the kids arrived with my mom. I don’t even have any pictures with my mom! It got a little crazy as you can imagine.
All bundled up and ready to go home. The little sleeper was HUGE! I just didn’t realize how small 7lbs. 13oz. really ‘is’! We arrived home around 4pm to a quiet house. My mom had taken the kids on an errand.
They were home soon enough and clamoring to hold the baby. Louis fell asleep. He actually had a double eye infection. So, he wasn’t able to touch or hold Marcus until Friday. He was SOOOO very good about it, though.
I didn’t have anymore room for bracelets!
And, he likes a pacifier! Can ya believe it. I finally have a baby who will take a pacifier.
It wasn’t crazy enough, so we let Zeke join Wolfpack football for the first time this year. He had a blast. Pretty good three point position, huh!?!
Finally a pic of Marcus with my mom. She’s been just a blessing and God-send during this pregnancy. So very thankful for all her help.
It’s Friday, August 17, and Louis’ eyes are cleared up. So, he can hold baby Marcus for the first time. He was so excited.
No, he’s not always happy!
Yep, this is the garden. It’s pretty much a jungle. But, I still hope it provides a bit of food.
Finally installed our flagpole! Go America and Go Bison!!
Keeping toddlers entertained.
So many changes in baby, already. He’s just a sweetie, though and we love him so much. Phew! Can’t believe August is over. It’s on to September.
The rest of the landscaping will be finished this year. so, the crew was out to start the final phase.
Angelina, Zeke & Graham participated in the Missoula Children’s Summer Theater program again and they had a superb time! It was the first time for Zeke and Graham. I wasn’t sure if Graham, my shy guy, would be interested, but he replied, when asked, “I think I’d like to try that.” So grown up.
The storyline was The Wizard of Oz. Angelina was a Wizard, Zeke was a Munchkin, Graham was a Ferocious Flower. Each had lines in the play.
The whole cast, above, and my Ferocious Flower, Graham on the left, below.
The whole group of Munchkins with Glinda, above. Zeke is the Munchkin on the left, below.
The whole group of Wizards, above, and Angleina is in the middle below (with braids).
Both sets of Grandparents were able to attend on different nights, which meant I (pregnant as I was at the time!) didn’t have to go both nights. I cannot tell you how thankful I was for the break in the heat during the two nights the kids were on stage.
Louis is just hanging out, below.
The 2012 School pictures!
Zeke, 9yo, and Louis, 2yo.
Angelina, 12yo, and Graham, 6yo.
And, of course, the teenager, Dash, 15yo.
Of course, it wouldn’t be complete without a picture of the whole crew. And, that was enough! I was out of patience.
