So that's the title of one of the many books we checked out at the library on Thursday. I told Charlotte on the way home that Daddy and Mommy had a big secret surprise to tell her that day. Her first reply with a huge smile was "Am I getting a new Barbie?" "Um no honey, it's not that." Then came, "Are we going to Florida again?" "Well, no it's something else, you'll find out soon!" I was trying to be optimistic she wouldn't be disappointed with the news after those guesses. So Stu and I showed the book to the kids to let them know a little baby, Lord willing, is growing in my tummy and they'll have a new little baby brother or sister in the fall. The book wasn't enough though, they had to check out my tummy...which has grown quite quickly when I compare how it grew with my first two pregnancies. Third times a charm I guess. And it was big enough to convince them Mommy did have a baby in her tummy!
Charlotte is very excited and keeps bringing up questions like "Can you show me when the baby is coming on my calendar? Can I push it in the swing like I did with Connor? We should blow bubbles for the baby and it will laugh like Connor did." At first I thought these must be things she remembers but we do have some video of her doing these things so I think that is what she is remembering.
I'm just over 11 weeks along, taking much needed naps during the day when I can and being nausious enough not knowing what I want to eat, mostly around dinner times. My husband has been a great support though, making dinners when he can and bringing home my latest cravings. Last week, it was Chinese from Chef Wok. What would I do without Stu?
This week we went skating but I could tell Charlotte just wasn't herself. She came down with a fever and sore throat AGAIN. So we decided to take her in and hopefully get some antibiotics to clear it up for good. We went to the Southampton hospital first thing Saturday morning and expected to wait at least a little bit, bringing along a whole bag of books, paper, crayons and pencils, and snacks to keep the kids happy and we ended up going in straight away. What a pleasant surprise for us!
The nurse was so sweet and good with the kids, Stu went through the registration first and then Charlotte. Charlotte was very nervous, her last immunization vividly etched in her mind for the rest of her days I fear) And then, even though Connor was fine, the nurse let him up on the chair too and went through the blood pressure, pulse and weight with him too. He is so opposite his sister, he's up for anything and loved every minute of it, a big grin from ear to ear the whole time. Of course, he wasn't the one feeling sick either so I'm sure that makes a difference. The doctor was awesome too, complementing Char on her boots, that's all a girl needs. And then to top it off, along with a script for antibiotics for Stu and Char, he gave both the kids a popsicle. We were there probably a half an hour. Amazing.
Before we left for the emerg, Connor said "I don't like doctors. Doctors are yucky." Believe it or not, his vocabulary is expanding. But he was singing a different tune on the way out the door, savouring every lick of his grape popsicle. "I like the doctor, he a nice guy!" I know Charlotte was thinking the same.
So I have March break off and I am determined to get some housework caught up and a little spring cleaning done. It seems everyone's been sick forever, and it's Con's birthday on Tuesday, St.Patrick's Day. We'll probably go swimming as I know that's one of Con's favorite things to do. We'll have a little party on Saturday when Chloe comes up to visit. This is also the day when Connor will be giving all his soothers to Chloe, because she "needs" them, so that will definately be an adjustment for him...and us. He is turning 3, so he'll be a "big boy" and big boys don't need soothers is what we've been telling him. I know from experience, the key is just not to give in. He does know it's coming so I don't think it will be too bad. I just don't know if he'll still settle down for a nap but we'll see. I am hoping he will still have naptime, then I can too.
So we'll probably do a couple days of school this week but not too much. It's nice to have a little break, especially when the weather is just sooo beautiful! Besides the slushy, muddy mess and all, we are loving it!
Saturday, March 14, 2009
Monday, January 12, 2009
Pinkalicious
Actual Post Date is March 6th, 2009
Back from a great holiday in Florida, we are now picking up where we left off with school. Charlotte did accomplish some workbook activities, but other than that, it was just vacation time. Aaah, the joys of homeschooling. We'll catch up when we get back! I figure we'll be finished with our Sonlight curriculum in June. I am hoping to do some school through the summer this year since I won't be working as much. Likely just one, maybe two days a week.
It's been sooo long since my last post but life's been busy so that's the excuse I will use. Charlotte is doing well in school right now. She's really been enjoying it and now knows all her letters, can print them and is now sounding out 2-3 letter words. She's starting to really pay attention to words in books and on signs and everywhere. It's so exciting, thinking that she could read on her own sometime soon! Wow, our little girl is growing up!
I've been doing a lot of research into a Language Arts program for Charlotte lately. It's a little overwhelming with all the materials that are out there. And I don't want to spend too much for unnecessary frills, buy something that doesn't work or buy something that is very comprehensive but just very dull. Stuart says not to worry so much about the cost, as it is an investment in our kid's education. He's right. I just don't want to get the wrong thing.
Charlotte loves it when I make learning into a game...she loves a challenge! I've been using flashcards with her lately and putting the letters together for her to sound out. She loves it! I'll be going to a homeschooling conference on April 4th in Kitchener with my next-door neighbour and friend Lisa. It will be fun to get away for the night but I am really hoping I have a good idea of what I would like to purchase. If you do buy things there, you often get a discount or at least save on shipping. Last year I went with no money as I was just getting started but there's so many good books there, I will have to bring some cash this time!
Today before we left Charlotte was begging to do school and since I said "sorry, no time for school today!" she decided she would start testing me. She'd give me a letter and have me tell her some words that began with it. I could see her being a teacher someday, she loves being the leader that's for sure. She's always trying to teach Connor some sort of a lesson. After he was being disciplined today with a timeout and was not too happy about it, she says to him, "Now Connor, it's not the end of the world you know!" Most of the time, it has been something I've said to her before. She's like my little echo. Again, a reminder to choose my words very carefully!
Right now, I'm in London with mom and the kids. We're here for a visit with new cousin Chloe (born on Feb 16th weighing 7 lbs 10 oz) and it's her baptism this Sunday here so thought we'd make a weekend of it. Stu is driving down with my dad tommorow afternoon. The kids couldn't wait to get into the pool...we hadn't been in the hotel room more than a minute and Connor had stripped down and was asking, well, more like yelling, "where is my bathing suit Mom!!???" It was hilarious because neither my mom nor I noticed at first as we had the door to the room wide open and we were unpacking our luggage off the cart. My one track mind little boy.
Chloe is just adorable and it's so exciting seeing my sister as a new mom. She's doing really great, I'm really proud of her. Chloe's like an irresistable magnet to the kids as they can't stay away from her. Of course they're excited but they constantly want to touch her or pat her head, it doesn't matter if she's sleeping...oh well they'll learn. It's really cute to see them with her though.
Well, time to wrap things up. Starting to get sleepy. I think this should bring everyone up to date with what's going on in our household. I'll post a pic of Charlotte's artwork. We have an Usborne book that shows step by step how to draw things. She loves to draw animals...her favorite, flamingos, as they are pink! But I thought she did a great job with her lion, after I told her it MUST be in realistic colours. Otherwise, everything is in PINK! I do know from experience pink can be addictive. I'm hoping someday she grows out of it!
Oh and one more pic...I just checked on Char and Con sleeping and Connor is in an interesting position...am I a bad mother for taking a picture first?? LOL!
Back from a great holiday in Florida, we are now picking up where we left off with school. Charlotte did accomplish some workbook activities, but other than that, it was just vacation time. Aaah, the joys of homeschooling. We'll catch up when we get back! I figure we'll be finished with our Sonlight curriculum in June. I am hoping to do some school through the summer this year since I won't be working as much. Likely just one, maybe two days a week.
It's been sooo long since my last post but life's been busy so that's the excuse I will use. Charlotte is doing well in school right now. She's really been enjoying it and now knows all her letters, can print them and is now sounding out 2-3 letter words. She's starting to really pay attention to words in books and on signs and everywhere. It's so exciting, thinking that she could read on her own sometime soon! Wow, our little girl is growing up!
I've been doing a lot of research into a Language Arts program for Charlotte lately. It's a little overwhelming with all the materials that are out there. And I don't want to spend too much for unnecessary frills, buy something that doesn't work or buy something that is very comprehensive but just very dull. Stuart says not to worry so much about the cost, as it is an investment in our kid's education. He's right. I just don't want to get the wrong thing.
Charlotte loves it when I make learning into a game...she loves a challenge! I've been using flashcards with her lately and putting the letters together for her to sound out. She loves it! I'll be going to a homeschooling conference on April 4th in Kitchener with my next-door neighbour and friend Lisa. It will be fun to get away for the night but I am really hoping I have a good idea of what I would like to purchase. If you do buy things there, you often get a discount or at least save on shipping. Last year I went with no money as I was just getting started but there's so many good books there, I will have to bring some cash this time!
Today before we left Charlotte was begging to do school and since I said "sorry, no time for school today!" she decided she would start testing me. She'd give me a letter and have me tell her some words that began with it. I could see her being a teacher someday, she loves being the leader that's for sure. She's always trying to teach Connor some sort of a lesson. After he was being disciplined today with a timeout and was not too happy about it, she says to him, "Now Connor, it's not the end of the world you know!" Most of the time, it has been something I've said to her before. She's like my little echo. Again, a reminder to choose my words very carefully!
Right now, I'm in London with mom and the kids. We're here for a visit with new cousin Chloe (born on Feb 16th weighing 7 lbs 10 oz) and it's her baptism this Sunday here so thought we'd make a weekend of it. Stu is driving down with my dad tommorow afternoon. The kids couldn't wait to get into the pool...we hadn't been in the hotel room more than a minute and Connor had stripped down and was asking, well, more like yelling, "where is my bathing suit Mom!!???" It was hilarious because neither my mom nor I noticed at first as we had the door to the room wide open and we were unpacking our luggage off the cart. My one track mind little boy.
Chloe is just adorable and it's so exciting seeing my sister as a new mom. She's doing really great, I'm really proud of her. Chloe's like an irresistable magnet to the kids as they can't stay away from her. Of course they're excited but they constantly want to touch her or pat her head, it doesn't matter if she's sleeping...oh well they'll learn. It's really cute to see them with her though.
Well, time to wrap things up. Starting to get sleepy. I think this should bring everyone up to date with what's going on in our household. I'll post a pic of Charlotte's artwork. We have an Usborne book that shows step by step how to draw things. She loves to draw animals...her favorite, flamingos, as they are pink! But I thought she did a great job with her lion, after I told her it MUST be in realistic colours. Otherwise, everything is in PINK! I do know from experience pink can be addictive. I'm hoping someday she grows out of it!
Oh and one more pic...I just checked on Char and Con sleeping and Connor is in an interesting position...am I a bad mother for taking a picture first?? LOL!
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