Justin is done done done with undergrad, and I'm just so proud! For the past two years he has taken care of the kiddos while plugging away at the final portion of his Bachelor's Degree. After Justin finished his Associate Degree he was blessed with a work-from-home opportunity that was really to good to be true. For five years he worked as a Quality Assurance Coordinator for a company in California. Shortly after we found out that I was pregnant with Via his company eliminated a portion of their workforce - Justin's position included. It seemed like God was saying - stay home with your kiddos! So that's what Justin did. He and I also felt that the timing was right for him to take classes as he was able with the goal of finishing his degree. Now it's time to put on our party pants, because we are almost there. He is officially done with all classes and is just waiting for the committee to approve his capstone work and issue his diploma. I'm very proud of the after-hours work he has put in after long days of childcare. And now that he has free time in the evening, he's been learning to sew ties. Because. He. Is. Awesome. :)
On to Via bo bia. She hit 25 months a few days ago on December 3 and guess who doesn't want to pee on the potty any more. Major bummer. Total regression. Oh well. I tell myself not to push it, but it's a little frustrating because I really do feel that she is ready.
Playtime.
Via loves to color. She likes markers, pencils, and crayons and has a small collection of coloring books in the buffet drawer that Justin allocated as "Via's." She's been in a cooking mode as well lately. She pulls out my smallest pot, a wooden spoon, and a measuring cup and then proceeds to make vegetables and ice cream for us. So delish. Her book phase is non-stop and she would sit and listen to books for hours on end if we had enough patience to read Curious George for infinity. I do appreciate her thirst for knowledge. :)
Eating.
Via eats pretty well. Soren is now joining us at the table so sometimes she acts a little bit like a baby. She wants us to feed her too. Mostly we tell her that we feed Soren because he can't feed himself and she is fine from there. Once in awhile it's a bit of a battle, but she's mostly obedient. Her favorite breakfast meal is pancakes and smoothies.
Sleeping.
Sleep has been great. An occasional nighttime wakeup, but then right back to sleep after a quick song and snuggle. Naps are between 1 and 2 hours.
What's new.
Via is afraid of bearded men. With a lot of Santas running around this time of year this isn't exactly ideal.
Pics.
On to Via bo bia. She hit 25 months a few days ago on December 3 and guess who doesn't want to pee on the potty any more. Major bummer. Total regression. Oh well. I tell myself not to push it, but it's a little frustrating because I really do feel that she is ready.
Playtime.
Via loves to color. She likes markers, pencils, and crayons and has a small collection of coloring books in the buffet drawer that Justin allocated as "Via's." She's been in a cooking mode as well lately. She pulls out my smallest pot, a wooden spoon, and a measuring cup and then proceeds to make vegetables and ice cream for us. So delish. Her book phase is non-stop and she would sit and listen to books for hours on end if we had enough patience to read Curious George for infinity. I do appreciate her thirst for knowledge. :)
Eating.
Via eats pretty well. Soren is now joining us at the table so sometimes she acts a little bit like a baby. She wants us to feed her too. Mostly we tell her that we feed Soren because he can't feed himself and she is fine from there. Once in awhile it's a bit of a battle, but she's mostly obedient. Her favorite breakfast meal is pancakes and smoothies.
Sleeping.
Sleep has been great. An occasional nighttime wakeup, but then right back to sleep after a quick song and snuggle. Naps are between 1 and 2 hours.
What's new.
Via is afraid of bearded men. With a lot of Santas running around this time of year this isn't exactly ideal.
Pics.
Mommy and Via getting beautified for Thanksgiving.
Via loves Minny Mouse and this awesome sweatshirt from cousin Alice.
For the first time in 7 years of togetherness, Justin and I put up a Christmas Tree.
I cut Via's bangs all by myself!!!!!
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