Taking a break

I just love the way the Lord works! He places people in your life to help shape & mold you into becoming more like Himself. I will be taking a break from blogging & facebook. It will be refreshing to spend less time thinking about ME and more in the Word and on the needs of others. God has given so many people such wonderful gifts. It's time for me to recognize that and appreciate different points of view, not get defensive. My heart aches for the closeness of friends. Friends that I hope will forgive my selfishness and help me change for the better.

Bye Bye Plugs

Time to say farewell to the pacifiers. The girls are teething & can't hold onto them, so Ian and I have decided to take advantage of the natural transition. It's going to be rough for a while until they get the hang of it. It is good for all of us though. They will learn how to self pacify and I will not have to get up 6 times a night to replug them. In the "Juggling Twins" book I have, they recommend getting rid of them no later than 4 months old, otherwise they become a crutch for them and a constant hassle for you. Well, the girls have enjoyed the comfort of them for 7 months and now it is time to let them go. I know that some would not agree with this decision, but every child is different and this is what's best for Karis & Kelsie. We would appreciate your prayers, as we are in for a pretty difficult road.

Thankful

This month has gotten away from me. I can't believe that Christmas is just around the corner. I have been counting my blessings in hopes of developing a lasting spirit of Thankfulness. Karis & Kelsie daily bring me such indescribable joy! They just started making pattern sounds, "Mamamamama" & Dadadadada". They don't know what they're saying, but it is sweet jibber jabber!

They are:
7 months old in 3 days!
not crawling yet
just learning how to sit by themselves
teething
drinking out of a cup & sipping through a straw
responding to their names
finally enjoying being on their tummies
discovering what fun bath time can be
still enjoying their saucers
fascinated watching Baby Einstein
getting too big for bouncers & swings
like to be sung & read to
quickly growing out of their car seats...lengthwise.
are in 9 month clothing & 12 month jammies
starting to reach for us with open arms
used to car rides & usually sleep when we're out & about
always excited to see/play with Ali & Wrigley
developing their own precious personalities
in size 3 diapers
always anxious to giggle
a little stranger shy
developing a liking for different foods (mainly sweet)
strolling around in their walkers at Nana's
enjoying growing up with a constant companion. They love each other!
grabbing faces...especially Daddy's
BEAUTIFUL & I can't get enough of them!!

Ian continues to be a wonderful husband & father; a source of protection & strength! Amidst the stresses of his job, he manages to come home & shower all 3 of his girls with love. He is more than a hero to us and we are blessed knowing he is out there keeping us safe from harm.

For these things and many more, Lord, I am thankful to you!