Author: elaine
Sam has really rounded a curve at the 24-26 month time range. We understand this is developmentally where kids take off with language, so no surprise to Sam’s professional team. But we are ecstatic! Sam is listening well and talking up a storm! It happened all of a sudden. He would never repeat words, and […]
So Sam didn’t really have surgery on May 12 as we had hoped he would. The poor kid had an on-and-off fever for the 48 hours prior, and unfortunately the fever was on that morning. Turned out he had Roseola. Final decision to cancel didn’t come until about 6am the morning of surgery, so Grandma […]
Sam celebrated in style during his airplane-themed birthday bash. We kept it small and enjoyed visiting with friends and family, who all managed to spoil Sam rotten.
These kids are lucky because they celebrate Christmas twice each year so they can share the the love with both sides of the family. We are were spoiled rotten for Kratomas this year.
When asked what she wants from Santa, Hailey paused, gave it some deep thought, and replied, “A present.” Upon hearing the same question again a few days later, she answered, “A little present.” How sweet. She has since shared that she would like an Elsa present from Santa. We’ll see if she’s been good, but […]
This has been sick month for poor Sam. He’s been coughing and wheezing, but that hasn’t stopped him from becoming an avid puller-upper and cruiser. He’s finally decided to crawl on all fours here and there as well. Put him in the bath, and the kid just won’t sick. He must stand. You get an […]
Minimal effort Halloween costumes this year, but we all had a blast! Hailey dressed up as a peacock princess, Sam as Snoopy the Red Baron, and I dressed as an Epic AC. I seem to enjoy dressing up as a younger Elaine. Thanks to our friends Lucy and Seth for helping with the Halloween festivities […]
I thought for sure this guy would be crawling by now, but he’s sticking with his super rolling skills. Other than this, this month has been a blur….whats new? I’ve been up working on Hailey’s big Elmo party, so thankfully Sam continues to chill and go with the flow. Height: 27.5 in., 62% (looks like […]
Happy 1/2 year to little Sam! This guy knows how to turn on the charm at 6 months. His smiles are free-flowing and his eyes always bright. This kid has been eagerly drooling over our food for the past couple of weeks, so we busted out the old baby spoons and introduced him to some […]
At 2.75 this one is taking her sweet time with potty training, but she is getting there. We are down to about one accident a day, more if we play outside. This girl definitely knows what to do. She’s still a girlie girl and loves dressing up in her pink cowboy boots and dresses. She’ll […]
This was a big month for Sam. He has really come into his own, as far as babies go. He smiles, he laughs, he coos. He rolls over both ways. He loves to sit and stand as we hold him. And he sleeps through the night, which is my personal favorite. This kid sleeps better […]
Sam started day care right around the 3 month mark and I went back to work. I had realistic expectations this time around, so it wasn’t shocking emotionally, but it sure was time-consuming logistically. My work’s move across town has been a challenge. With Dan overseeing a couple of home repairs and then home sick […]
Today was an exciting day for Sam because he got his first hearing aids. It turns out Sam has severe/profound hearing loss in both of his ears. He can hear loud, low sounds, but not every day conversation and other common sounds. It took a few weeks after birth to confirm this, and we found […]
Samuel is just a joy. I’m sure Hailey was too, but I’m not all bent out of shape trying to figure out what to do with a baby. I really enjoy Sam without the stress of second-guessing many of my moves and wondering when I’ll ever get a shower. Funny how there’s no problem finding time […]
Well, this girl is something else! Seems like life just keeps getting more interesting and each new month brings so much growth. I guess that’s what happens with kids. Some of our favorite Hailey lines: Thank you, Daddy. That’s so nice! Baby Brother Ham (she never pronounces an “s” at the beginning of a word) […]
I couldn’t keep up with the blog before Sam was born, so I don’t know what made me think I could do it after he was born. We are at the 2-month mark and I am trying to write about the 1-month mark. Looks like we’ll just stick with the stats and the photos. Weight: […]
Dan was back to work this week and I learned what it’s like to spend a whole day home with the kids. It takes some energy, creativity, and patience, but it is doable. I really enjoyed using day care for three days during the week so I could pace myself. All in all, it is […]
Sam’s second week of life went by in a blur. Dan was home from work again and Grandma CeCe and Gramps came for a midweek visit. Lot’s of friends have asked about the origin of Sam’s name. We knew from the start that our little boy would continue the Hart tradition and, being the oldest […]
Everyone says the second kid is so much easier, and that’s exactly what we found during our first week with him. The kid barely cries, he only feeds every 3-4 hours at night, and he doesn’t need to be held very much. He’s chill and content, and I’m loving that about him. Hailey is in […]