A Little Update

I'm happy to report we're all happy, healthy and still blissfully in love here. I'm finally starting to feel like we're getting into our new groove... something I've been waiting for all summer. With all the changes and craziness that went on this summer I have been longing for some normalacy. So ready for days of routine, spotted with cookie making and fun projects, attempts at regular Family Home Evenings and real dinners (not just cold cereal or crackers). We're starting a new normal.



My view as I sit at our kitchen table. Gotta love a mountain view.



My mom came to stay with us, to help me with my new normal. How grateful I am for all her help! I've always said that when we give birth we should also grow another set of arms. Since that's not possible, my mama volunteers to be my other set of hands for couple weeks. We all miss her.



My biggest boy turned 6 a few days ago! He requested a pool party at his Nanna and Gunka's house, a remote control car and ...



...a beach cake. Yes, that's him and his brothers on the cake. I actually let the boys help me with this cake. They did pretty darn good.



My big boy started kindergarden this past week too. He's still not totally convinced that school is what he wants to do with his time everyday, but he's happy when he comes home.

Brans starts pre-k this week, and is beyond excited to go to "his" school. And I'm excited to finally get some one on one time with Cason. Bryan is VERY busy with his new practice... busy is good, though we don't see him as much as we'd like. It's better than residency though :) I'm so proud of him and so grateful for all his hard work.



And you know I couldn't post without a picture of our little lady. She's gained a whole pound... though she's still a total light weight. She still doesn't fit into any of her 0-3 month clothes. I did get a cute dress on her today for church though.



And the thrill of having a baby sister hasn't worn off yet. The boys must plant a kiss on her EVERY SINGLE time they see her.



And this last picture is for Auntie Michelle....



... who has provided Tess with some of the cutest accessories.

So Grandma is now gone but we're doing okay without our extra set of hands. I did have to change Cason's diaper while holding a sleeping baby, and have made a couple meals while nursing, but overall it's been a wonderful new normal. I wake each day, tired but so grateful for my blessed life.