After taking pictures in the flowers, since we were already “out and about” we decided to go and have lunch with Daddy.
The kids LOVE going to see Dad at work, and can even pick out his building on the horizon as we drive around town (it’s a tall building).
We crossed the sky bridge from the parking garage to the building, avoided the escalator (I decided too many kids to make it safely) rode the elevator, visited with the receptionist, found Daddy, showed off the baby to a few co-workers, got Daddy’s lunch and went outside to eat. A strong wind picked up as we sat down, just to make things interesting.
After eating, Daddy helped the kids explore the horse statues.
This is so much fun!!
The kids traverse the plaza while mom and dad follow and chat about the day so far.
Ivy peeks up from her hiding place.
Lance and Flora test the water.
A fun, windy time with Dad. I’m glad the kids can visit and get a glimpse of the way their Dad works. He does such a good job providing for us and loving us. Thanks Daddy!!
Good rains and plenty of sunshine made this an extra good year for bluebonnet pictures.
We were supposed to take a extended family shot in the flowers but the day of the shoot, baby Eden decided that she wanted her face in the picture too – even if it wasn’t with everyone else.
The day Eden arrived, my Mom had her picture taken in the bluebonnets with all the other grandkids. When she came to visit the newest one we had to update her portfolio. I love this shot of my Mom because she looks so young and full of life.
Of course, I wanted one of all four siblings in the bluebonnets. My sister sent a yellow onesie for the baby, which allowed for a fun, bright coordinating color. Thus attired, we set out to capture some cuteness.
This is much easier planned than actually accomplished. However, with the help of a friend, we managed at least one decent group shot!
Individual shots were a bit easier:
Lance – I think he was “killing” the flowers.
Ivy – paused in the middle of her frolic in the flowers, always ready with a cute smile!
Flora – my freckled, blonde, blue-eyed girl, not much taller than the flowers!
Eden – who had had quite enough of the photo shoot, thank you!
Due to the lack of updates over the last 2 1/2 weeks you have probably guessed that the kids are back home. The transition has gone really well, it’s just I don’t seem to have a lot of extra time anymore 🙂
This is LIFE for us right now – and a wonderful one it is too! Let’s take a little peek behind the scenes and see how things are going.
We went to get the kids on Sunday, a good 9 days since we had seen them last. The older two must have been shown pictures because they ran in, gave me a hug and then immediately recognized the small one in my arms as “baby Eden.”
Flora spotted me, came running and then stopped short, noticing the intruder on her space. She decided sharing my lap was okay and proceeded to examine mom’s new attachment.
I’m still supposed to be “taking it easy” and therefore have had to rely on the kids to help out more. (they are watering the plants in the above picture). Ivy particularly has shone in her ability and willingness to help, sometimes to the point I forget that she’s just 2 1/2! I’m thinking she should be able to run the house by the time she’s six.
Flora has had a bigger adjustment – while not jealous of the new baby, she’s had a hard time letting go of the ‘baby’ status. She has totally regressed in her finger sucking habit and likes to sneak off after a meal, find a pillow and have what I call her ‘after dinner “smoke”. She’s also been carried everywhere and still expects it – at a park I unloaded the kids out of the car, the oldest two running ahead and me following with Eden and diaper bag. I look back to see Flora still standing by the car, the expression on her face saying “well, who is going to carry ME?”
To help with integration I try and have the kids do what they can together – the girls were quite intrigued with bathing the baby.
As the days go by, the kids are learning more and more how to play with and entertain their new sister. (Though I’m suspicious they just enjoy the “new” toys that I bring out.)
Eden doesn’t lack for stimulation and is really much loved by her siblings. (Trying out the new finger puppets) In fact, Flora has developed a fascination with Eden, squealing, laughing and waving her arms excitedly when she discovers the baby on the floor.
Left up to my own devices this morning I decided to have a little fun with my new baby, and for me, fun means photo shoots!
An overcast sky tempted me outside and to a nearby flower bed in hopes of getting some “awake” photos. Eden obligingly cracks one eye open.
Wow, sure is bright out here mom! So far as I can tell, her eyes are a muddy blue so I’m wondering if they will turn brown? Though I might be somewhat biased.
Better hold on to this thing – never know when mom might pop it out!
My little beauty!
And the Lord God planted a garden eastward in Eden…and out of the ground made the Lord God to grow every tree that is pleasant to the sight…Gen 2:8-9
