Maturing...

Liam has been growing by leaps and bounds lately. Actually all my kids have been..it puts new meaning to the saying "time flies" if you ask me :-) Seriously, though, I am glad to see the little signs of maturity here and there in my children. But, as I was saying...Liam is just growing so much!

He is taller, talks more clearly, rides his tricycle like he was Lightening McQueen, is already thinking about being "trained to drive a backhoe and LOTS of machines", and wants to ride and run with his Daddy.

He also has made the leap to "Big Boy" underwear! This has been a long, trying experience for us..but he has finally got it and (except for at night) I have moved him out of diapers. His getting through the night dry is a bit hit and miss so we will try for two weeks of waking up with dry diapers before we try underwear at night..but he is quite excited about that :-)

Tuesday, I took him to Target to pick out his "Big Boy" underwear. Such enthusiasm :-) We came out of there with Thomas the Tank Engine, Toy Story and Cars underwear. Of course, he had to share with his sisters and showed them all the new duds. He then spread them over the table checking them all out. He told the neighbor girl that he got "big boy underwear today". But lest you think he is all grown up and quite a mature young man....

Within minutes my sweet boy had started putting his underwear on his head...what a silly boy! My girls never did this...but he just couldn't resist :-p Oh and he also started pulling them on over his clothes...kind of super hero like.

So, I guess he isn't growing up too fast ;-)

Blessings,

Sommer

One Year With Our Rose Bud

Today we celebrated Rowan's first birthday. It was a simple affair (the big party will be Saturday with family) and quite low key. I think the bigger kids were more excited than the Birthday Girl ;-)

And what a lovely year it has been! What a blessing this sweet little girl has been to our family.

From the day she came into the world until now(and I pray for many more years to come) she has filled our home with smiles and joy. She is a darling little one. Yes, there are hard nights(will she ever sleep through the night?) and tough days...but they have been fewer than one might have expected.

My wee girlie just a few days home. She was much doted on in these early days by everyone.

As a matter of fact...she still is! I can't believe how much my older children adore her. Each of them love to make her laugh or hug them..and she gladly does so:-) I'm sure there has never been such a well loved baby!

Here is Rowan at about 5 months or so. The smile and brightness of her eyes sums up this little love. She is so very happy, content, and is constantly moving, learning new things and finding ways of making everyone happy.(or finding new things to get into and make a mess...) Seriously, who could resist that smile?!

And here is one last(more recent) picture of my little girlie. I'm afraid this is from late last month because my camera has been left at the in-laws(ack!)! I don't have anything more recent..but she still looks about the same.

She has changed in so many ways this last year and has begun to develop her own little character. She fills me with joy and causes me to wonder at God's goodness in giving me one more amazing blessing. How can I possibly deserve FOUR beautiful, loving, sweet children?! I look forward to this next year of discovery with Rowan...learning more about her and seeing her grow from a helpless infant to a toddling little girl! Joy is awaiting me just around the corner :-)

Blessings,

Sommer

8 Months and Projects Completed

Before one knows it...the months slip by and suddenly you have an 8 month old child on your hands. I find it really challenging to let her grow up...though I really have no choice ;-)

So at 8 months Rowan is sitting up fairly solidly and she is making the cutest sounds and bubbles. She also has two teeth! Rowan is still the jolliest baby I have had and goes to sleep quite nicely for me. Now, if she would just sleep through the night!

And in the midst of much Christmas sewing and prep, I have finally finished the above little outfit for Rowan. I will make a confession...this was supposed to be made soon after she was born, it was begun in...July. Yep, I only just finished this last week..sigh..

This is actually three pieces...the bonnet, slip dress and bloomers. I made the dress first (all by hand) with THIS pattern(slip view, with alterations for the shoulder closing). I embroidered some birds on it(I shared about this HERE).

The bloomers and bonnet, I made using THIS pattern(views D & E) and just decided to use my machine. Yup, I was tired of sewing by hand.

I really like the bloomer and bonnet pattern. Very simple and I can still get use out of the largest size I think. I do like the dress pattern but I don't think I'm really ready for heirloom quality techniques...it is assumed you know more than I apparently know ;-)

I really love the way Rowan looks in this bonnet...and I think she does too:-) There are a lot of ribbons...but I like it that way.

Now, I just need to use the rest of the fabric I bought when I was pregnant...and that I bought after and now and....you see a pattern here? Addiction perhaps? Well, anyhow, I have many things I'd like to make for her and the rest of my darling kids. I certainly have plenty of fabric!

And for good measure...just my jolly little rose-bud! She has really gotten quite strong and she is just the happiest little sweet-pea. Yes, I have quite a few different names for her.

Now that "the" outfit is completed...on to mass Christmas sewing! How many days left?!

Blessings,

Sommer

4 Months and Conquering Fears

Last week was a momentous week! At least in our household :-) My hubby had Wednesday off and so the kids enjoyed going to the park with him. It is a tad hard for me to go alone with them, so I know they enjoyed it..we don't do it often other wise.

Fiona finally found out how to do this gliding play structure and was very pleased with herself. Finally tall enough and strong enough :-)

Now Brenna amazed me! After years of refusing to go down the slides because she was afraid, she finally conquered her fears! This momma is so very proud of her. I think it is always wonderful when a little one can realize that their fear may only be a product of their own imagination and not because of any actual danger...she finally figured that out now :-)

My big, brave girlie...

And Liam...well, he has no fear!

And once you conquer your fears...you think up games to play with your sister. Slide racing anyone?

And the next big thing? Rowan turned 4 months! Can you believe it?! I know, I think I said that last month ;-p But really, the time is flying.

She can hold up her head quite nicely now and just yesterday...she turned onto her side! Watch out...she'll be crawling before I know it!

She falls asleep all by herself and sucks her thumb. Isn't she darling?

She is 18lbs of pure love and adorableness and my sweet love :-)

That's the news at my home! I hope you are all well my friends.

Blessings,

Sommer

3 Months and Meeting A Dear Friend

Today is Rowan's 3 month birthday! Wow, how the time has continued to speed along. I am daily reminded to hold dear the days with my children that I have. All too soon they will be grown and on their own.

So, what mile stones has Rowan reached? Well, she is getting stronger and as you can see from the picture above, that she can lift her head well. She pushes with her sweet little fists and holds it for a longer amount of time each day! She looks like she is making a very big effort this time with her little tongue sticking out :-) She also gleefully brings her fists and blankets to her mouth..sweet.

Last night she laughed for the first time! I was letting Liam take a few "dizzy turns" in his room while waiting for daddy to come read to him and I had Rowan in the crook of my arm. She was just watching him as he kept going around and then all of a sudden I heard the distinct sounds of a chuckle! So darling! Of course Liam loved that he made her laugh, and went back to taking his turns trying to get her to do it again. There is just something so very precious when babies giggle..sigh..

On another note...

This last Friday I was honored to have my dear friend Tilly and her friend Anne come by for a visit. Tilly and I have been friends via email, snail mail and our blogs since around the time I was pregnant with Liam. However, we'd never yet met in person. So I had the lovely opportunity to see her while she was out on the west coast.

What a blessing! I wish we had more time to spend together, but we did get the opportunity to chat and share tea together. We met each other's children and I met Anne. Tilly, you are as sweet as I thought you'd be and I so enjoyed our time together! I hope that we can visit again someday! As for now, I will continue to write and talk with you via the written word! Thanks for taking the time out of your busy travel time to see me :-)

And here we are:

(Tilly and Me w/ Rowan)

It is a blessing to find kindred spirits and I do believe I have found one in Tilly! It is amazing how many wonderful friends I have made through my blog and other groups I've been on. And it would be a blessing to meet so many of my dear sisters here :-)

Blessings,
Sommer

Toddler Beds and Migraines

Over last weekend I decided it was time to move my Little Man into a toddler bed. But, instead of just "kicking" him out of our room, I'd convert the crib temporarily into a toddler bed. I figured it might be an easier transition for him, if he knew Mom and Dad were right there still for a bit.

So, I asked him if he wanted to be in a "big boy" bed and if he wanted to use his new Thomas sheets. He gave me a very excited "yeth!" and took the package of bedding off to our room. He watched impatiently as I converted his crib and tried to help me screw in the bolts. That was especially cute:-)

Once I finished, I invited him to get on the bed and try it out. I don't really think he needed much prompting...he was so very excited:-) He climbed on and off and on again several times. He laid down...

And got back up again. He said hello to Thomas, Percy and James and I think he explored his new bed for a good 30 minutes afterward.

He took his nap...without any issues and he even went to bed that night with out a peep! Since then, he has occasionally climbed off, but pretty much he has gone to sleep with little trouble. He has fallen out of bed 3 times, but I always am right there to reassure him and he goes right back to sleep.

What a big boy he is now! I will be keeping him in with us for a little longer yet and then, when we get and put up the bunk for the girls, he will move in to their room and begin using Brenna's toddler bed(which she is just about to tall for now!). I think he will make the transition well and we will then be ready to welcome our little girlie to the home:-)

In other news....we have gotten a tentative diagnosis of migraines for our Miss Brenna. It really came as a surprise for us. Last Friday she informed me(in tears) that she'd been noticing a strange red, blinking spot in her right eye. I couldn't see it she said, but it was there and it was annoying her. I told her that we would get her an appointment with a vision doctor figuring maybe she needed glasses(which she still may). On Monday, we started school as usual and by 9am she began to complain about a headache. She had done so here and there over the year but nothing had ever come of it. I told her to let me know how she was feeling and we continued with school. At about 11:30am she decided she'd had enough being up and laid down on the couch holding her head. Obviously, I was concerned,but wasn't quite sure what to make of it.

I decided I'd better call a pediatrician instead of an eye doctor and got on it right away. Thankfully they were able to see her the next day. But before the day was over, my dear girl had pretty much slept or rested the day away and had thrown up twice! I did give her pain meds twice, but it seemed the headache was just too bad to be cured by the meds.

She felt fine the next day. I took her in and my suspicions were confirmed as the doctor listened to the symptoms and such. Yes, she was certain that Brenna had migraines.

We are still going to do a vision check and perhaps eventually see a neurologist if needed, but for now, she has me doing a headache diary when ever she gets a headache. Hopefully, we will be able to find a pattern to what may be triggering them and then maybe we will be able to help her control them better.

As I do my research, I find myself nodding at the symptoms I read about and realizing that Brenna has definitely had many of these from time to time. It breaks my heart to think she may suffer with these throughout her life, but hopefully we will be able to help her.

My week has been busy with worry and excitement this week, but I am so thankful for my children and for the opportunity to show them love as I care for them.

Well, I must be off to do a little mending and I hope this weekend will be a little more relaxing!

Blessings,
Sommer

On The Mist Trail

As I promised, I am going to share about an experience in Yosemite that stretched me far beyond what I thought it would.

Some of you may have been to Vernal Falls before and will be familiar with this hike. However, when my FIL asked if I'd like to go on it, I had no idea that it would be quite like this. Let me just say, I am no mountain goat and definitely not confident when it comes to hiking steep trails. Not only was this steep, but also once you started up the Mist Trail, it was very wet!

Anyhow, after we got Dan and the kids set up for the morning, Tom(my FIL) and I headed to the shuttle stop. We didn't have to wait long before one of them came and we were on our way! The shuttle was great. It stopped at various points of interest so that you could easily get to where you were going. Once we got to our destination, we began the hike.

The first half was paved and at first gradual on the incline. Tom reminded me to take it at my own pace and not to rush. Okay...I'm not that out of shape. Soon, I found out what he meant. The hike had long, steep stretches that just burned my muscles! Thank goodness it was in the morning and the scenery was lovely. We could see much to distract me from the burn and huffing of breath! If I was not with my FIL, I might have just called it quits then, but he was a great encourager and would remind me that we didn't have to rush:-)

After what seemed a very long time, we made it to the bridge. This is what I call the half way point and if you aren't too keen on going up further, this is where you might stop. We stopped briefly to enjoy the rushing river, take a picture or two and have some water before we began our accent up the Mist Trail. Here I am, catching my breath and being awestruck by the power of this river. Behind me, if you look closely, you can see Vernal Falls.


After I caught my breath and while I still had the will to continue, we headed up. At first, I wasn't really sure why they called this the Mist Trail, but as we continued up...I soon found out! Let me just say, that if you think the first part of this trail is steep...wait until you start up the stairs! The stairs are rock cut and look like they were placed there by ancient peoples. And if I hadn't been so concerned about falling off the edge, I would have appreciated them even more:-) On top of being steep, they were really wet(I was wearing running shoes with lousy tread...next time it will be hiking boots!). After a few minutes heading up towards the stairs, we donned rain gear. I felt rather silly, but I am glad that I had it on...I would have been even wetter than I was with it on! Here I am, just heading up. To the right are rocks(which I was often found clinging too) and to the left is...river.

In the picture above, you can see the mist a little, but this next one really shows why it is so wet and why I needed the rain gear! I had to finally remove my sunglasses, because they were becoming a hazard. There was so much water on them that I could not see! I was rather wet...dripping actually:-) To the left of me, you can see, just barely, Vernal Falls. It was magnificent!

I saw several rainbows as I climbed(always with the encouragement of Tom). This particular picture(below) has a double rainbow. The upper one is barely visible in the pic, but it was lovely! Slightly higher in the climb was one that was 360 degrees. I've never seen that kind.

I have to say that there were several times my fears got pretty intense, but my FIL would just say, "You're doing great! How about we just wait for these folks?" And I'd say, "Sounds wonderful!" Tom was not expecting me to do as well as I was...nor was I! In my head, I was thinking, "Tom, I can't do it anymore, lets go back." But then I thought..no, I'm going to finish it. I told him I was too stubborn to not continue on. And you know...it was totally worth it

I am somewhat afraid of heights and if there aren't railings and it's slippery...well, that is even worse. But you know, I would do it again. The chance I had to spend with my FIL and to see the beauty of this place was too precious! Breathtaking and glorious!

Here is Vernal Falls...isn't it beautiful!?

I did make it to the top and I have some pictures. I'll post them a little later. This is an experience I will never forget. I don't think there are many words that really can express how I felt doing this and how I felt as I looked upon all the beauty around me. Perhaps my enthusiasm for it can speak my feelings.

Later in the day, Tom took Dan and the girls here. No, the girls did not go up to the top(although they were hoping Fiona might try..and there were little kids going all the way up by the way), but they did make it to the bridge. Dan went ahead by himself and Tom took the girls back down to the shuttle spot. When Dan came back, he told me he realized that it had taken alot for me to do that since it was so out of my comfort zone. At the time, I hadn't really thought about it...but he was right. I like to feel safe and in control...there I didn't always feel so, but by the time I'd gotten back down...I felt really excited by doing it. And I am glad that I did it...next year? Maybe!

Our Saturday

Yesterday was a rather leisurely day. The night before we went with my parents to miniature golf and pizza. The day had been sunny and comfortable, but a couple of holes into our game it became quite chilly and windy. We finished up quickly and went inside for pizza. While we waited, Dan took the girls to play in the arcade and I chatted with my parents. That was a fun time...hope to do it again soon:-)

So, the next day we enjoyed a rather casual time at home. In the morning I did take the kids to run over to Target and we couldn't resist stopping in at Michael's too. I wanted to see what they had in the way of Easter baskets and such and now I have some good ideas. Brenna let me know that she was very interested in having a sewing basket...so her basket will be a combo Easter basket and sewing one..I think she will be quite pleased. I will enjoy making time to sew with the girls:-) I have alot of sewing I'd like to do and I want to encourage it in my girls.

Once home we had lunch and spent time with Daddy:-) He played chess with Brenna and the girls played Chinese Checkers together. It is always fun to see them play together and both had great attitudes. Here they are, enjoying the game:



After that Dan read a chapter of Farmer Boy to Fiona. She is really enjoying this series of books this time through. We've read them all before...but now she seems to really enjoy them. Dan also got some video of Liam trying to walk and playing piano. Liam isn't quite walking yet, but last Saturday he took some official steps! We wanted to get him on tape. The piano playing took a little more time to get on tape. Normally he is quite cooperative and will play with Dan...not today though:-) If you'd like to see his video debut you can go here and see him:-)

After story time and games, the girls decided to make a fort. I had to get a shot of this. Such creativity and it looked like alot of fun!

I love days like this...full of family fun and togetherness. I hope we have many more of these to look forward to.

Hope you have had a wonderful Lord's Day!

Blessings,

Sommer

Yep....He's a Boy!

Having a boy is different than having girls. I didn't really think so. My friends told me this was so and so did my Mom. But I didn't believe it.....

But now I am a believer! My girls never could catch or throw a ball before the age of ....three! But Liam? He already loves(and I do mean loves)to play ball. He can catch it from time to time and he certainly throws them well. Give him a stick, drum stick, card board paper roll, stuffed crayon...it becomes a light saber. He likes to hit his head against the wall, bookshelf, cupboard and then he laughs!

He is most definitely a boy and God most definitely....made them different!

And if the above didn't convince me, then the fact that he began roaring while playing with his little dinosaurs has! To really "feel" these pictures, you need sound, but since I don't have it on video...just insert a rather throaty, manly growl(or have your hubby/son do it) and take a peak at Liam playing dinosaurs(roars, fighting and all):

"Grrrrrrr..rrooarrrr!"

"Grrrrrrrr...rrrooarrr!!!!!!!!"

Now, lest you think Liam is all war and violence....here he is with his lovey. He is a very cuddly, loving and kissy fellow too:-)

Boys and girls..they are different. Don't let anyone tell you other wise:-)

Blessings,

Sommer

My Little Man Turns One!

Where has the time gone? It feels like just yesterday that we brought home this dear, sweet boy from the hospital. Helpless and generally unable to do much. Now, he crawls and stands and laughs and points.

Today, my little man, Liam Patrick, turned one year old! And he is beautiful, darling and a joy to have about me. He snuggles and plays and is full of laughter. He has never been small, but he seems so much bigger now...on the verge of walking and saying little words to his momma:-) I am a truly blessed momma! The joy I receive from my children is overwhelming at times, and I am so thankful to God for giving me these little ones.

When I found out I was having a boy, I was totally uncertain of what to expect. My dear friend told me that I would love it so much and be so blessed by a son. A year later....I can say she was so very right. He is so different even as a little baby from his sisters and I love every little thing that makes Liam...well, Liam:-)

I wanted to share a few pictures that I love of my dear boy. I have many I love, but really only could pick a few to share with you all. I hope you enjoy them:-)

This is Liam just a few days old...was he really ever that small?

This was a favorite of mine from when we were at the park. I really can't remember what was so funny...but the joy in his face is priceless

This was from November. He was having a great time looking at books, but he always has time for the paparatzi:-)

This was from yesterday at my parents' house. We were celebrating Liam's birthday and of course he had to have his first birthday cake bath. I just loved this picture of my big boy. Totally oblivious, but absolutely enjoying himself!

Well, Liam...I look forward to this next year of new experiences and challenges. I look forward to seeing what kind of boy, man you turn out to be.

Happy Birthday Little Man!!!!!!

Love,

Momma

My Birthday Girl

Yesterday was my eldest daughter's birthday! Fiona turned 8 years old! The years have gone by all too quickly since this darling girl came into the world. She came into the world after many hours of labor, 1 hour of pushing and then a C-section. I can't say my recovery was easy or that I could even see her clearly the first day or two, but I loved that little girl from the get go:-) She was beautiful and healthy...I never expected to have such a big girl at 8lbs 12 oz., but I did. With all that went wrong during this labor, I was blessed with the little girl I wanted. Thank you Lord!

And, now she is a most beautiful girl. Lovely, energetic, happy and bright! She will no doubt breeze past me in math and science sooner than I'd like and her reading skills just make me so proud. She is tall, fun and a joy to have around. There is much that she needs to grow in, but on the whole, I wouldn't change much.

So, yesterday I baked her a cake. She wanted it to be purple...so she got chocolate with purple icing and sprinkles:-) As simple as it was, she was very pleased!


She blew out her candles like a pro! I even got her in mid blow! LOL!

And here is the very happy girl, waiting to dig in...come on Mom, let's eat already!

After Dan left for work, we headed over to Toys R Us. Since we had been sick for so long, I had never gotten out to get her a gift. So we went there and I let her pick. She picked two Littlest Pet Shop pets and is very pleased with them. On Saturday(I hope) we will take her and Brenna over to Golfland and play miniature golf. I love playing miniature golf...and she was happy to do this for her birthday. We might get some pizza too...but I'm not sure yet. We also went and had dinner with my parents last night, to celebrate. That was very spur of the moment and fun:-)

Next Friday we will get together with them again to celebrate Liam's 1st birthday and a little more for Fiona. I can't believe how all my baby's are growing up so fast! I need to have more!

Happy Birthday Dear Girl!!!!!! Mommy loves you:-)

Blessings,
Sommer

Knitting Bliss and Baby Tummy

Yesterday, Fiona was given a wonderful opportunity to learn how to knit. A lovely lady from church offered to teach her and her little girlfriend.

So I carted her off yesterday to her friend's house and she spent 1 and 1/2 hours knitting. She LOVED it and came home with two lovely little rows! I'm so proud of her and so pleased that she enjoyed it so much. I knit too, but am a beginner myself, so I have not felt capable of teaching her...this was quite a blessing.

Fiona was supposed to go back tonight for a second lesson, but this leads to the second portion of my post's title. Last night, after I got home from dropping Fiona off, my little Liam began throwing up! I'm not sure what started it. The girls have had colds..but no tummy upset that I know of. I am unaware of anyone with a tummy bug at church...but dear Little Man, just couldn't keep anything down.

I told Fiona that if he was still throwing up after noon, we would have to cancel going to her lesson tonight. Needless to say...she was not happy! But she understood and has a pretty good attitude about it.

Liam has been eating, but generally hasn't been able to keep it down. Last night and this morning, he would bring his milk right back up...but later this morning and now, he has kept down at least enough to get some sleep. Poor little dear! He was so pitiful last night, so tired and uncomfortable.

It is quite distressing to have my wee ones sick. I pray he will be feeling better very soon. I can here him stirring now, I just hope he will keep his meal down!

Blessings,

Sommer

Happy Birthday Brenna!

Actually, her birthday was yesterday! My dearest Brenna...sweet helper, turned 5 years old yesterday! Where has the time gone? Just yesterday, was she not just taking her first steps, speaking her first words? Sigh....

Now she is a darling 5 year old, growing so tall and who jumps at the chance to help anytime she can. She is a loving older sister to her little brother and a good friend to her older sister(when they aren't having a disagreement ;-p). She is snuggly, and kissy and affectionate...oh how I love her!

Yesterday was a fun day! After I got Liam down for a (fitful) nap, I began to make chocolate cupcakes for Miss Brenna. Of course, little helper that she is, came by and asked to help. How could I resist?! So, she pulled up a chair and we baked cupcakes:-)

Later we wandered over to Toys R Us to take advantage of a Birthday Club coupon and special treatment. On a side note...our intentions were to take her to Build-A-Bear workshop, but this needed to be postponed because we ran out of money:-0 However, the Lord blessed us with a little coupon and Brenna thought this was a great treat! So, we headed over there and the lady at Customer Service gave her a Birthday Crown, balloon and they even announced her birthday over the intercom! So fun!

After that, we headed over to my parents for pizza, cupcakes and presents..oh, yes, and a movie! It was a lovely celebration and she was quite pleased with it all:-)

As I look at my children and see them growing swiftly before my eyes, I pray even more that I can be a good mom and give them all that I can to set the foundation for their lives to come. I pray the Lord guides me as I teach them and comfort them. There are so many things I'd like to do, things I'd like to do better and things I know would be better if I never do again. May the Lord give me wisdom and may my children be forgiving when I mess up!

Happy Birthday darling Brenna! I love you!

He's a lover of books....

Now that Liam has realized that he can move and there is a basket of books near by, one can not keep him from it!

But, is it his love of reading or......

...his desire to eat them?

I'm leaning toward the desire to munch on the pages myself:-) I do hope though that this is just a foretaste of his love to read...like his mamma!

Blessings,

Sommer

No Tears!

Not too much has been going on about my home lately. Just the usual...laundry, dishes, errands and lessons. Same ol', same ol'!

Last Monday we started up our homeschool year. It went off without a hitch and has continued on pretty well. About the only difficulty is the time just before Liam is sleeping and he tends to get a bit fussy...at about that time, we take a break:-)

This morning Liam woke up with a cold, and has been pretty much needing mamma. That has made doing household tidying a bit tricky. However, I took it as an opportunity to snuggle the wee little bairn. He'll only be so small for a time!

Speaking of the little boy:-)...Last week he took his first bath without tears! I couldn't believe it. I think the fact that he could sit up and look around more really made the difference.

Not only that, but he was smiling...

It is always so encouraging to have your wee ones get used to something so routine. I really hated it when he'd cry, because it needed to be done, but he hated it so. I sure wish shots would turn into a good time!

Well, tomorrow I am hoping that Liam will be feeling better. The poor dear is so fussy tonight. I suppose I ought to go and settle into the rocker...let us see if I can soothe him.

Blessings,

Sommer

Stepping Into Narnia?

Perhaps you wonder why I am asking such a silly question? Well, let me give you a bit of history before I tell you :-)

When Disney's version of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe came out a couple of years ago, I was struck by how much my Brenna resembled Lucy. At the time, Brenna was maybe 2 1/2 or 3 years old and even then she looked like her.

Fast forward to now...a darling 4 year old with long hair. Everytime we watch the movie, I still feel that Brenna looks like her. Now, we get to Saturday....and I am finding Brenna with her over grown bangs falling into her face. I've asked her many times over the last few months if she'd like me to cut them, but she refuses! So on Saturday I asked her if she would like mommy to cut her hair to look like....Lucy. She looked at me with a happy little smile and said, yes!

Now, don't get me wrong...I love her long hair, but the bangs were out of control and so I thought if I cut the hair just a little longer than the bangs, it would grow out all one length. We could start fresh. Thankfully, the idea of looking like Lucy was good incentive for her.

So, yesterday, I sat her down with her long tresses...

And began to cut her hair(mind you, this was my first time ever cutting one of my kids hair)...

Now, you all tell me....doesn't she look a little like Lucy?

These two, above are Brenna.


This is Lucy in Narnia.

Either way, I think she looks so adorable with her hair cut short and I am certain she is quite pleased. But don't tell her she looks like Lucy....right now, she's a penguin!

Blessings,

Sommer