Sunday, April 29, 2012

 Teagan reaching for his bug toy.

 Xadia holding Teagan.

 McCabe holding Teagan.

 Jacinda holding Teagan.

 Nana Hefner holding Teagan.

Daddy holding Teagan.

Time is passing quickly.  Being a parent is like being in a warp zone….blink and a couple of years have passed.  It has been 7 weeks since Teagan’s birth.  He is getting much bigger.  His little legs are starting to get some rolls.  He is not looking so fragile anymore.  It makes me happy to see him thrive.  Children are miracles.  Having good health is a miracle.  I am so grateful that I could have Xadia and Teagan since surviving cancer.  It has been 4 years since finishing chemo therapy.  I never want to go through that experience again.  I am so thankful for the life I have lived.  Teagan is starting to smile back at me.  He is reaching for toys.  He is just being amazing and I get to witness it.  I love it, love it, love it.

My children are learning to love and serve each other. I have to admit that some days are better than others but remember, they are learning.  They are especially very willing to help with Teagan.  They want to bathe him, feed him, or hold him.  I took a few pictures of my family holding Teagan.  These pictures are so special. You can see in each family member’s expression the love and happiness that Teagan brings.  I hope that in the future as my children read this posting, they will also realize that each one of them has also touched our family with love and happiness.

Sunday, April 15, 2012

I really have not fallen off the earth. I have been very busy with 4 kids. I now have things somewhat at bay so I can update my blog. I love being a mom. There are things like fights over cereal, clothes to wear, seating in the car and anything else of minute matter that becomes part of everyday life. But there are also the tender moments where the kids say, “mom, I love you,” or give me a kiss on the forehead, or hold baby Teagan. Being a parent definitely has its rewards.

I love my family. Jacinda and McCabe are starting soccer. They are so excited. This will be Jacinda’s first time taking soccer lessons. We got her some cleats and shin guards which made her over the top energized. She also cut her own bangs. She is very embarrassed about the obvious cut and asked me not to tell anyone. She does do a good job of covering the gap but with wear the gap is revealed throughout the day. I love how all kids go through this stage.

McCabe is in love with Teagan. He tells me that he loves Teagan more than anyone. McCabe is also very big into his Mario Brother’s game. Tim bought the original version and the kids had a chance to play it. They love it. I laugh at the graphics but 25 years ago that was high tech. Now it looks like some sort of Atari game (aka very out dated).

Xadia is lively. Today she got up and went to the kitchen and helped herself to the chocolate cake on the counter. Good thing Tim heard the step stool and went downstairs to catch her just in time before she ruined it. I loved how she had chocolate all over her face and hands. She is very independent. In fact, she recently learned how to climb out of her crib. For the most part she stays in it when put to bed but there have been times during the wee hours of the morning where she gets out and comes into our room. That is where Tim gets up and puts her back into bed. She does better at listening to him than me. I think I am too soft.

Teagan is perfect. He is a little cuddle bug. He is getting bigger and is just so wonderful to have. I love holding him and kissing his sweet little head. Babies are the best!