I figure most of the posts will be about the little people who live in this house, so I thought I'd take a moment to introduce you. We have 4 incredible kids who have come to our family through a variety of ways (that much will become clear later, but is not the point of this post right now). They are so much fun and really keep me on my toes.
Our two oldest, M (7 years old) and H (6 years old):
These two are in first grade this year and are the bulk of my homeschooling "work." They just got assigned the job of walking to the mailbox to get the mail, and this picture is documentation of their very first trip. We've since decided that they should take a bag with them - I'm not 100% sure that all of the mail made it home that day.
M was our first kid and is such a joy. Really, he's just downright pleasant. He's kind and thoughtful, and it doesn't hurt at all that he has the best smile in the WORLD. He's a bit of a perfectionist, which sometimes causes problems with school, but I do appreciate that he's always striving to do his very best. He's also kind of a ball of energy and probably spends 50% of his day turning cartwheels in the living room. He's a big part of the reason why homeschool for us is just as likely to happen on the trampoline as it is anywhere else. He's also the only kid I can ALWAYS count on to want to run errands with me. He's my buddy. Love him to pieces.
H is my social bug. I don't think there's a shy bone in her body. She loves to tell stories and entertain people, and she's quite dramatic. She's super fun to be around and thinks that everyone is her best friend. her Primary (think: Sunday School) teacher tells me she's "quite the character." I *think* that's a compliment? She's also my most naturally studious kiddo, which is a fun thing, and she seems to have inherited some of her mama's math skills. (I was a math major and am a former math teacher.) I'm so proud to be her mom. She reminds me that life is meant to be enjoyed.
A is 5 years old:
A is so, so awesome. He is just an all-around great kid. He's the first to give me hugs and kisses every day and the only one who will still let me rock him to sleep. He thrives on approval and will do pretty much anything you ask him to do if you ask nicely. He's actually the only kiddo not homeschooled for now so will start kindergarten at the local public school in a few days. (Long story on that, will get to it another day.) I can't imagine my life without this little man.
And finally J, our 3 year old:
J is the funniest kid you've ever met. He (yes, he's a he, even with long hair!) makes me laugh every single day. I mean, most 3 year olds are funny anyway, but J just takes it to a whole new level. He's stubborn and smart and just all around entertaining. There's nobody around who doesn't love J. He's my youngest and it has been so fun watching him grow and change like I wasn't able to with the others. I am so excited to see who he eventually becomes, because from what I see now, it looks like it's going to be pretty amazing.
Anyway, that's the kids! Glad you're here and hope you enjoy getting to know us and watching us school and learn and live!
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