Colds, Colds, Colds...

This week we have a continuation of Katherine's cold, which has spread to all the children. These are the moments when 4 children ages 5 and under become very difficult. No one is very amiable. Jonathan and Grace have ear infections. Most moments require constant attention and mediating so everyone can get along. We do a lot of reading and sitting on the couch, the floor, and beds doing anything that will move us forward through the day. Our recent family favorite is reading the Little House book- "On the Banks of Plum Creek." It is the highlight of the evenings with dad. Somehow it is easy to coax dad into reading more than one chapter before going to bed!

Katherine Turns Four Years Old

Over the weekend we celebrated Katherine's four year old birthday. Although she was ill with a fever and cold, she managed to open presents and eat cake and ice cream! We had a simple party with Mia and Grandad. Yesterday was her actual birthday. Jeffrey and I let her stay up later than Jonathan, David, and Grace. She joined us in our bedroom for cake and ice cream. She then spent her special alone time with mommy and daddy doing one of her favorite things- a puzzle. Time alone with mommy and daddy means available help and attention immediately.This is a rare moment in our home. Katherine is especially sensitive to immediate help. I think it is one of her love languages. It's hard to believe how fast four years can go. We don't have to go far to see how much she has grown. When looking through Katherine's baby book we were greatly surprised to find that Katherine and Grace have some identical looks. They sure are some good looks!