I do not know how to keep up with
anything anymore. There, I said it -
coming from an obsessive, compulsive, overly organized, working, hands-on,
wanting to be everything for everyone mommy … that statement is rather rough
for this chick. But, a new reality has
set in – I have 3 perfect boys to raise now and I am trying to soak up
everything about them and live more in the moment. I know that time somehow is being whisked
away from me and before I know it I will be writing about first loves, first
heartbreaks, driving, college, and more.
Excuse me while I cry and throw-up now.
Sigh. So, anyway, what this means for this blog is posts like this – 5-6
month recap’s and snapshots of our life.
I probably should start with our
biggest news … meet our newest son, Preston James. Preston was named after my
Granny’s father and he also holds Tim’s middle name. He is perfect.
Preston decided to join our
family a month early and no amount of modern medicine could stop his determination. Preston was born on February 24, 2012 at 5:32
p.m. weighing 6lbs 2oz and was 19 inches long. He is perfect, cuddly, sweet and
beautiful. We adore him and he completes
us. I think Preston is going to be our
calm – he just seems to have that demeanor.
And we had an opening in our
family for “calm” so it fits rather well. Sure, he cries – but only if there is
something wrong (cough, cough, Owen - haha).
Preston is already a mama’s boy and well, that is okay with me
especially since he is my last. Preston
LOVES cuddling while napping and it is entirely heartwarming and it’s those
moments that remind me that the hard job of being a mom is all really worth it.
In other news – Owen turned
4. Somehow this kid grew into a young
preschooler in what seemed like overnight.
He hit a growth spurt right after Preston was born and I remember
watching him color one night and thinking “dear God, how did you get so
big”. Owen is simply black and white and
there is little room for grey in his world (probably a future accountant or
engineer). He likes to color, loves to
read stories, loves watching movies, taking baths, eating sweets, and being
goofy. He hates extreme heat and extreme
cold – he demands perfection and we live in Oklahoma (meaning, he is typically
in a constant state of frustration). His favorites right now are Scooby Doo,
Yogi Bear, Alvin and the Chipmunks – basically talking animals. Owen is a crazy rule follower and he loves
helping when asked. He too is rather
perfect. Love my O-man.
Josh is now finished with first
grade. What. The. Heck? Josh has flown thru 1
st grade and
is definitely ready for summer! He has been on the count-down for over a month
now. Josh is starting to develop a
sarcastic personality and LOVES messing with me. He is actually pretty funny and keeps me on
my toes … all the time. Josh is extremely involved in soccer and we spend a ton
of time either at soccer practice, games, tournaments, etc. Here’s the deal … he’s good and he enjoys it.
He is really starting to become quite
the goalie and has no fear. This makes
my heart skip a beat, but again … he likes it.
However, there is nothing quite like legs and feet swinging toward your
child’s heads as he dives for a ball.
Someone get me a cocktail because I am going to need it to get through
the knocked out teeth and ER visits.
Also, he would HATE that I am writing this down but he is secretly
noticing girls. I mean, they are still
gross and no one will ever be as cool as his mom (obviously) - but I have
noticed some head turning, some cologne wearing, and wanting to “look nice”
taking place. I must start praying A LOT
because I have a feeling those little Frank Sinatra eyes of his are going to
make his mommy’s hair turn grey early.
Again, cocktail – now. Oh … and yes, Josh is the original model – of
course he is perfect!
So life with 3 boys … it’s kinda
great. Our home is filled with noise and
dirt and most importantly lots of love and I wouldn’t trade it for
anything. Okay maybe I could request a
volume adjustment and less dirt – nah, they are busy being kids and making
memories. Must remember this.
