It is amazing how quickly time can slip away from you. I cannot believe that it is already February and I have not posted in two months!! We have had what feels like a whirlwind two months.
Christmas was wonderful. We had my family in town to celebrate with us this year. We loved having everyone here but missed my brother Scott and his family. We were only all together in one place for about 8 hours because Rob and Shelly were stuck in Chicago for 3 days...travel nightmare. But we sure enjoyed ourselves. During my Dad, Mom, and Ryan's stay they were able to experience many firsts in Henry’s life. But the biggest 1st was Henry getting out of his crib...with such grace. He was so proud of himself. It was pretty darn hilarious to watch. So he has now moved to a big boy bed and has done surprisingly well. We loved having the family here but also hated it because the days slipped by so quickly. I guess it is just another reason to plan the next trip to be together.
Not quite two weeks after Christmas we headed down to LA to visit Troy's family. Grandma and Grandpa Salo were kind enough to hang onto Henry for a week while Troy and I headed to Hawaii. Troy had work meetings for 2 days and then we had 5 days of NOTHING!! As many of you know, we absolutely love Hawaii!! We stayed for 5 days in Poipu on Kauai and then 3 days in Laie on Oahu. It was wonderful. I had to laugh because for the first two days we did not know what to do with ourselves. Being able to have a conversation without distractions and enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner all alone was quite strange. Sleeping when you wanted to sleep was also a nice treat. It is amazing how quickly you can forget what life was like before kids.
I read two books while we were away and worked on getting sun on my pasty white legs....Thank you Oregon weather! Henry did wonderful while we were away and could have cared less if we ever came home. He did however learn lots of new words...such as....lollipop, ice cream, popsicle, treat, chocolate.....he was spoiled rotten and loved every second of it.
After Hawaii we returned to California and stayed until the 1st of Feb and let Henry play with his cousin Lucas who also in town visiting. Henry loves his cousins. It is amazing how they all know each other so well know. Unfortunately during that week in California Henry got really sick and was pretty much out of commission for 4 days. He was miserable and I was tense. Henry slept off and on right beside me with a 102 degree fever for those days. In my two years as a parent that was the worst. It is terrible to see your little ones suffer and not feel good...and not be able to do anything about it. He would look at me with his sad eyes and then start coughing. I would spend my nights trying to stay cool and listen for him breathing.
On the 4th night Claire came in and rescued me and took Henry who of course immediately fell asleep in her arms. She is now St. Claire to me. I was to my breaking point of exhaustion. Having sick kids is terrible. But we were able to go and check out the La Habra Children's Museum which Henry and Lucas loved. Henry thought the animals were great and loved the train.
I especially enjoyed spending so much time with our parents. We really miss them being so far away. Henry especially misses his Papa, Nana, Grandpa and Grandma. He pulls out their pictures every day and informs me who is who and then proceeds to kiss all of them.
We have now been home for a week and are trying to get back in the swing of things. We are happy to be back in our own beds....especially Henry. But sure did enjoy our time away.
Christmas was wonderful. We had my family in town to celebrate with us this year. We loved having everyone here but missed my brother Scott and his family. We were only all together in one place for about 8 hours because Rob and Shelly were stuck in Chicago for 3 days...travel nightmare. But we sure enjoyed ourselves. During my Dad, Mom, and Ryan's stay they were able to experience many firsts in Henry’s life. But the biggest 1st was Henry getting out of his crib...with such grace. He was so proud of himself. It was pretty darn hilarious to watch. So he has now moved to a big boy bed and has done surprisingly well. We loved having the family here but also hated it because the days slipped by so quickly. I guess it is just another reason to plan the next trip to be together.
Not quite two weeks after Christmas we headed down to LA to visit Troy's family. Grandma and Grandpa Salo were kind enough to hang onto Henry for a week while Troy and I headed to Hawaii. Troy had work meetings for 2 days and then we had 5 days of NOTHING!! As many of you know, we absolutely love Hawaii!! We stayed for 5 days in Poipu on Kauai and then 3 days in Laie on Oahu. It was wonderful. I had to laugh because for the first two days we did not know what to do with ourselves. Being able to have a conversation without distractions and enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner all alone was quite strange. Sleeping when you wanted to sleep was also a nice treat. It is amazing how quickly you can forget what life was like before kids.
I read two books while we were away and worked on getting sun on my pasty white legs....Thank you Oregon weather! Henry did wonderful while we were away and could have cared less if we ever came home. He did however learn lots of new words...such as....lollipop, ice cream, popsicle, treat, chocolate.....he was spoiled rotten and loved every second of it.
After Hawaii we returned to California and stayed until the 1st of Feb and let Henry play with his cousin Lucas who also in town visiting. Henry loves his cousins. It is amazing how they all know each other so well know. Unfortunately during that week in California Henry got really sick and was pretty much out of commission for 4 days. He was miserable and I was tense. Henry slept off and on right beside me with a 102 degree fever for those days. In my two years as a parent that was the worst. It is terrible to see your little ones suffer and not feel good...and not be able to do anything about it. He would look at me with his sad eyes and then start coughing. I would spend my nights trying to stay cool and listen for him breathing.
On the 4th night Claire came in and rescued me and took Henry who of course immediately fell asleep in her arms. She is now St. Claire to me. I was to my breaking point of exhaustion. Having sick kids is terrible. But we were able to go and check out the La Habra Children's Museum which Henry and Lucas loved. Henry thought the animals were great and loved the train.
I especially enjoyed spending so much time with our parents. We really miss them being so far away. Henry especially misses his Papa, Nana, Grandpa and Grandma. He pulls out their pictures every day and informs me who is who and then proceeds to kiss all of them.
We have now been home for a week and are trying to get back in the swing of things. We are happy to be back in our own beds....especially Henry. But sure did enjoy our time away.
Mom and I at Silver Falls State Park
Henry with Nana & Papa The Whole gang is finally together....except Shelly is taking the picture
Need I say more..Henry LOVES his Uncle Ryan
Christmas morning.....the best part. Uncle Rob's Dog Petty spent 2 weeks with Henry. He is in love with Petty.
Henry's big boy bed....now if we could get him potty trained.....we are moving in the right direction.
Henry at Grandma & Grandpa's having a BLAST!!
Luau at the Sheraton...it was awesome!
Poipu Beach
Laie Point...we stayed at that fabulous house again!
La Habra Children's Museum with Lucas.
Funny picture!!
Henry takes after his dad with the love of Bread and Cheese.
Were so glad when Grandpa come home....Trains and Ice Cream!
8 comments:
Wow! Girl! Crazy life. But beautiful, right? Miss you! Let's talk soon.
Yay! It's so good to read your blog again. You guys are one busy family. Glad Henry is feeling better.
Hey I am so GLAD for the update. Looks like you guys had so much fun the past two months. When are you going to slow down?! It must be fun to be so busy! Miss you guys, love to all!
I'm so glad you're back. I enjoyed yakking your ear off today. Glad I asked you even ONE question about your vacations. I'll slap myself for you, OK? :) Hope Henry feels better tomorrow.
So Fun. Hawaii looked beautiful. Love the pic of La Habra museum. I took Corbin there. Funny!
It does look like you all have had an awesome two months! Thanks for putting up all the fun photos.
It is great that we are all blogging and I'm glad you found mine. Anything else new with you?
I can't believe all those adventures! You might be busier than us!!!! :) I'm glad you got to see your fam and have fun with them! It was so fun to see you guys! Henry's such a cute boy.
That is a great update! You guy shave been busy travellers again!
Srry that Henry has been so sick. Hope he is doing better!
So good to hear from you!
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