Project 365:: Day 59

Day 59 our little boy is growing up and we are having fun---maybe to much fun!?! What could be better than a baby with a mustache!!

project 365:: day 58

Day 58 today we headed to target for some much needed household supplies. In between stocking up on soap and toilet paper Kannon had a meltdown. He recovered quickly but I felt so bad I ended up sneaking this gumball toy machine home. He was so excited when he saw it at home. He spent hours exploring each colored ball and playing with the levers. I am happy because it's made of recycled materials and benefits children in need. I think it was a worthwhile purchase!

Project 365:: Day 57

Day 57 Today, Pike (7 months) came and stayed the day.  He will be a regular visitor on Fridays and Saturdays while his talented chef parents are running Revel & Joule with Dale.  We had so much fun together and strangely my life with calmer with 3 babies!  Kannon immediately took a liking to Pike and offered to share toys, food, and books.  At the end of the night they all shared a bath with laughs and squeals and silently passed out.

(PS, Pike's parents made him some pretty tasty baby food!  This kid already has a palette for kolhrabi, spinach, and garlic; orange, carrot, and ginger; and pear, barley and cinnamon!)

As a parent, I am constantly learning, adapting, and having fun.  Some things I learned with 3 kids:

1.) Always have back-up toys for distraction when they can't share

2.) I hated the double stroller and vowed I would never get one---but seriously, my new Phil & Teds double makes me wonder how I ever lived before!

3.) Try to get everyone on the same schedule---unless you want to constantly revolve your life on naps.

4.) Feed everyone at the same time and make sure you have plenty of extra!  These kids were hungrier than usual and Clark devoured 4 oz of food in minutes!

5.) In all the bustle, dont forget to feed yourself.  

How cute are they????  Both Kannon and Pike chewed their hat straps while on a walk to the market!

Project 365:: Day 56

Day 56 Kannon was really confused why this telephone booth didnt move or go anywhere. Maybe he thought it was an elevator? Maybe he thought he was Dr. Who? In any case, he kept walking in, pushing on the glass, and then sitting down in frustration at the lack of excitement--until he saw the telephone. Then it was operation piss off the operator :) I love this kid.

Project 365:: Day 55

Day 55 Clark is almost 5 months old and while we were planning on waiting until 6 months to introduce solids Clark had other plans. His weight gain has been a little slow and he went from waking up once a night to waking up 4, sometimes 6 times , a night. I was debating supplementing with formula or introducing rice cereal but my pediatrician said it would be okay to try starting solids a little early. Research does indicate that breast milk is best for the first 6 months and delaying solids can prevent obesity, asthma, and diabetes later on. However, ensuring proper nutrition and growth is important. We got the go ahead to skip rice cereal and slowly introduce solids to Clark. What a difference!!!! Clark had avocado (mixed with lots of breast milk) and woke up twice last night! He seems much happier and has started napping in 2-3 hour stretches! What a big boy!

Project 365:: Day 54

Day 54 After a few days away, we felt refreshed and renewed. We woke up to very snowy roads--not good for our departure. We debated calling it quits and giving in to mother nature but Dale needed to be back at work. We challenged the very slippery roads but made it just in time to board the ferry. I think we are all a little cranky from our journey.

Project 365:: Day 53

Day 53 Dale and I finally got a bit of alone time as Kannon was having fun with Mark & Kristie and Clark was finally sleeping. We had a beautiful hotel, meal, and view of Friday Harbor! To top it off we had went to sleep with a snow storm :)