Bailey chose to play soccer this fall! She is SO excited :) Practices have been fun, and this girl is ready for her first game this week!
9/22/2017
Goodbye, Little Man!
They tell you foster care is hard. There are classes and preparation. You hear stories from those who have traveled the road before you.
Yet-none of that prepares you for the feelings. Each step of the process comes with conflicting feelings that you never imagined you could feel at the same time. There are thoughts that bring forth guilt, sadness, compassion and joy.
Last week, Little Man went home. We had known for a month that it was coming. We were "prepared". But nothing can prepare you for the first time you take a precious baby home, knowing that you will never see them again. The day we got the official word from the caseworker, there were tears of sadness and tears of joy. I hugged a mama goodbye at a visit and got to experience her joy at knowing her babies were coming home. And then I had to turn around and tell the girls the news.
The girls have surprised us at every turn throughout this process. They have been patient, helpful and compassionate beyond what we had imagined. Both girls have shed tears, but they have also expressed joy knowing that Dawson was reunited with his family. Ashlynn first comment was "Mama, God is SO good!" They asked if we would ever see him again, and my response was "probably not...actually we hope not". Because as much as we LOVE Dawson, we want what is best for him. We want his mama to thrive and to succeed.
Little man-you changed our hearts forever. We are still praying for you and hoping for you. We love you <3 p="">
9/21/2017
Ashlynn Starts Kindergarten!
Ashlynn had such a great first day of school!
The night before, we had tacos (her favorite), and we gave her a special necklace. It had been mine when I was little, and had an "A" engraved on it.
The next morning we started our day out with special pancakes!
And then we were off!!
I was feeling pretty nervous, but A was beyond excited :)
They had a cute little area out front to snap first day pictures.
We had taken a few before we left the house as well!
She was thrilled that Daddy was able to come drop her off.
She headed into her class and almost forgot to even give us hugs or say goodbye! We LOVE her teachers and school!! Mama didn't even cry!!
She came home talking all about her friends, and her favorite parts "snack, lunch and recess!"
9/09/2017
Happy 3 Months Dawson
Dawson,
You are 3 months old!
What a sweet, happy little guy you are! We love you in a way we never thought possible. We pray constantly for you, and for your family.
You don't have a checkup this month-but we guess you weigh around 13 lbs! You are a big boy :)
You are wearing 3-6 month and even some 6 month clothing! You are in size 2 diapers. You are currently eating 3 oz bottles every 3 hours, and are on a pretty good schedule. You have also just started sleeping through the night!! (13 hours!!)
You love:
Bottles
The girls
When people sing
Your mom's voice, especially her singing voice
Watching fast moving objects
Cool breezes
Your playmat
Tummy time
You are not a fan of:
The car
The carseat
Poop
Nicknames:
Daws
Daws-a-doo
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D, it is a joy and a pleasure to watch you grow, learn and discover. We aren't sure how much longer you will be a part of our little corner of the world...but regardless-we love you little man.
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