We had some time before church yesterday(that NEVER happens), and it was a beautiful day, so were able to snap a picture of the kids together.
Things are going better than I could have ever hoped, and everyone is adjusting well. Claire has started some rice once a day, and we hope to be able to start some vegetables before long. She is still sleeping with us, but today for nap she is sleeping in her own bed. So far, minimal crying. She is still sleeping 10-12 hours at night without waking. She has a small cold, but other than that she has been very healthy.
Easton is doing well, and we are just about to wrap up Kindergarten. He has LOVED school. We have been blessed with an amazing teacher, and he has really great kids in his class. He is also finishing up soccer and baseball is beginning. He is really excited about that, that is his favorite sport. He is loving being a big brother (again), and now when he walks through the door after school I am no longer the one he runs to. Kind of sad, but I am glad he loves Claire. He and Keaton are also loving the warm weather. They spend so much time outside.
Keaton is feeling better. He has had a rough week or two, and we think he is on his way up now. He has always struggled with his illnesses. He is not sick very often, but when he is, he goes all out. He too is about to finish school. He had his first year of pre-school this year, and has loved it. He has two great teachers, and he has made lots of friends this year. He is playing T-ball, and he loves it too. It must be that their dad is a baseball coach, because they both prefer that sport over any other. He is adjusting well to Claire, although it was harder on him than Easton. Keaton would not speak to me when we got home, and there was no way he was going to let me hold him. After a couple of days that was better, and he is almost back to normal now. He has been the baby for 4 years now, and that is a hard title to hand over.
Garrett and I are doing well, and beginning to establish a routine. We have enjoyed the several weeks off, but it is time to get back to the "real life". Enjoy the pictures, and we will post again soon.
4 comments:
I've been waiting to see all three of them together in their Sunday best! Wow, Claire looks big next to the boys, but tiny on her daddy's lap.
Glad to hear all is going well with the adjustment!
Love the pictures of all the kids together - now THAT'S what adoption is really all about! You made me smile today! :)
What a nice family you have! I am so happy for you!
Thanks for posting the pictures!!! This just cements into my brain that this really is going to happen & we will be home with our daughter someday!!! Everyone looks great & glad to hear you're settling in !
Heather M.
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