Most evenings our bedtime routine includes Joe helping the big kids with teeth brushing while I nurse and rock Hannah to sleep in the living room. Before heading to bed the kids give Hannah and I "smoochies and hugs". I love this part of our day.
The other evening Charlotte came running out of the bathroom at full speed. She could hardly wait to get her hands on her baby sister! And as she hugged her I overheard Charlotte whisper in her ear, "I will like you FOREVER Hannah".
Sweeter words I have never heard.
Being the oldest and therefore the most independent child (at the ripe old age of five-nearly-six) Isaiah tends to get the short end of the stick so to speak. When all three kids simultaneously need attention we divide and conquer. Which leaves Isaiah hanging more times then I would like to admit.
During his bedtime 'smoochie & hug' time, I outright asked him "What would you rather have? More time and attention from mom and dad and no baby sisters OR Baby sisters and less time and attention from mom and dad?"
Without hesitation he chose the latter. My figurative cup runeth over!
Great post and and great pictures. I really like the last one! Good post to end on while you take a break from blogging.
ReplyDeleteWell I may be without my phone, but my computer is back in service so fortunately (unfortunately?!?) I won't be on a blogging break! Sorry if you were looking forward to the break...
DeleteFortunately for me, I found the next blog entry (I guess I kept checking out of habit) before I remembered that you didn't have your phone.
DeleteOh my goodness gracious! Your kids are so beautiful! I love that first picture! You've convinced me that I need to go out asap and get some cute little hats for my girls! Love them!
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking up! I loved reading! So precious!
We LOVE sun hats around here...they protect sweet baby skin + they are stinking adorable! Oh and we also love a fun link-up:) Thanks for having us.
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