Tuesday
Monday
Tolates - Toddler Pilates
After the boys interrupted my workout, they discovered how great Pilates can be! We call this Tolates (toddler pilates). Enjoy!
Eli's GOAL
We think Elijah is a natural when it comes to the beautiful game. We hope you enjoy the footage, along with Noah's commentary.
Tuesday
Bathrooms, Babies and Businesses....OH MY!
Can you believe summer is just around the corner?
Noah is 10 months old, and our big fella is THRIVING! Tipping the scales at an impressive 24lbs 6oz, our super sized WALKING babe is just as wonderful as ever. It is an absolute delight to watch the boys play. Eli loves his younger brother and it shows. The two are inseparable most times and much to my chagrin, they are double trouble.
Kameron is continuing to do very well in her daily lessons. We are looking forward to a day when we can have a reprieve from the routine, albeit brief, it will be much needed. She begins golf lessons the third week in June and we are very excited for the opportunity!
I am adjusting to life with a toilet in the middle of my bedroom. Although I would have chosen the living room as a good place to remodel, God had a different plan. Apparently the master bath was His first pick…God wins. This our first home improvement project, so we are approaching it with caution. Thankfully, we have our wonderful neighbor Kevin and his magic toolbox to walk us through each step. Slowly, but surely, it is coming together.
John, I am very proud to report, has been promoted to Supervisor at work…and unless you live under a rock…I am sure you have heard by now :) We are very proud of John and all he has accomplished so far.
I have been extremely busy! We are making a big push to promote Berry Fancy and Usborne Books. As it stands, they both have an enormous amount of potential and I am determined as ever to make them work.
Usborne has been an absolute treat. Not only do I provide families with the BEST children’s books, but I am also a literacy advocate. I have headed several reading campaigns at local schools and have 3 summer reading programs that I am running so far. It is a pleasure to watch my children pick up a book. Kameron is a book worm and she loves the internet linked books and many of the older series books for children 10+. Eli has an enormous vocabulary, and I believe it is related to not only the quantity of books he is exposed to, but the quality. We have a lot of things in the works for the following months and I can’t wait to see how it pans out! If you are curious about Usborne and would like to know more about the books and activities we have available, I would love to chat.
Noah is 10 months old, and our big fella is THRIVING! Tipping the scales at an impressive 24lbs 6oz, our super sized WALKING babe is just as wonderful as ever. It is an absolute delight to watch the boys play. Eli loves his younger brother and it shows. The two are inseparable most times and much to my chagrin, they are double trouble.
Kameron is continuing to do very well in her daily lessons. We are looking forward to a day when we can have a reprieve from the routine, albeit brief, it will be much needed. She begins golf lessons the third week in June and we are very excited for the opportunity!
I am adjusting to life with a toilet in the middle of my bedroom. Although I would have chosen the living room as a good place to remodel, God had a different plan. Apparently the master bath was His first pick…God wins. This our first home improvement project, so we are approaching it with caution. Thankfully, we have our wonderful neighbor Kevin and his magic toolbox to walk us through each step. Slowly, but surely, it is coming together.
John, I am very proud to report, has been promoted to Supervisor at work…and unless you live under a rock…I am sure you have heard by now :) We are very proud of John and all he has accomplished so far.
I have been extremely busy! We are making a big push to promote Berry Fancy and Usborne Books. As it stands, they both have an enormous amount of potential and I am determined as ever to make them work.
Usborne has been an absolute treat. Not only do I provide families with the BEST children’s books, but I am also a literacy advocate. I have headed several reading campaigns at local schools and have 3 summer reading programs that I am running so far. It is a pleasure to watch my children pick up a book. Kameron is a book worm and she loves the internet linked books and many of the older series books for children 10+. Eli has an enormous vocabulary, and I believe it is related to not only the quantity of books he is exposed to, but the quality. We have a lot of things in the works for the following months and I can’t wait to see how it pans out! If you are curious about Usborne and would like to know more about the books and activities we have available, I would love to chat.
Wednesday
Cut Me Some Slack!
OK, so I haven’t been the best blogger…truth be told, Facebook just makes everything easier. BUT, since I am giving up Facebook for Lent (yes, I am addicted); I will keep the updates on the blog.
The kids are amazing! Honestly, I think they are the best. Noah is GROWING and my baby is suddenly not so babyish. At 7 months our guy is well over 20lbs, is the proud owner of 1 bottom tooth, is crawling all over the house and can feed himself “puffs” and bananas. He is starting to pull Eli down when Eli takes away a favorite toy, but mostly the boys get along famously. Eli is in a league all his own. I have never seen a toddler with as much personality. He is simply a star. He loves playing with Noah (especially in Noah’s bed) and wearing Kami’s very glamorous pink sunglasses. Kami is blossoming into a beautiful young lady. She is brilliant and creative and probably one of the kindest people I have met. I hope the t’ween years are good to her.
John is hard at work this tax season. The days are becoming longer, but we are a month down and two to go. There is light at the end of the tunnel. He, so I am told, brews a fine beer and on the weekends is increasingly popular with the man folk. He is also an incredible father. The second Eli hears the garage door go up, “heyo daddy!” and Kam adores him. Noah likes his quiet time with dad, and I think dad enjoys it too. John has also been staying with the kids as my businesses continue to grow. He has an uncanny ability to keep the kids calm while I am away, or at least keep the chaos contained.
Me, well, I have been a busy girl. Berry Fancy still continues to be a pleasant surprise. For a business that happened by accident, things have worked out rather well. I am working on a bridal campaign that I am hoping to push this Spring…I am using the word hoping…we will see. Usborne is also booming. I am on my road to supervisor, and hopefully that will afford me the opportunity to sit back for a minute. I have been booking home shows and book fairs left and right. In retail, too much business is a good problem to have, but problem none the less. That being said, I love to talk about my books. I believe we have the best on the market. I would love to tell you more…just ask ;)
So, I would say our start to 2009 has been a blessing. In an economic climate that isn’t doing very well, we seem to be doing OK.
Enjoy the pictures and video…I think it sums up the events in the new year.
The kids are amazing! Honestly, I think they are the best. Noah is GROWING and my baby is suddenly not so babyish. At 7 months our guy is well over 20lbs, is the proud owner of 1 bottom tooth, is crawling all over the house and can feed himself “puffs” and bananas. He is starting to pull Eli down when Eli takes away a favorite toy, but mostly the boys get along famously. Eli is in a league all his own. I have never seen a toddler with as much personality. He is simply a star. He loves playing with Noah (especially in Noah’s bed) and wearing Kami’s very glamorous pink sunglasses. Kami is blossoming into a beautiful young lady. She is brilliant and creative and probably one of the kindest people I have met. I hope the t’ween years are good to her.
John is hard at work this tax season. The days are becoming longer, but we are a month down and two to go. There is light at the end of the tunnel. He, so I am told, brews a fine beer and on the weekends is increasingly popular with the man folk. He is also an incredible father. The second Eli hears the garage door go up, “heyo daddy!” and Kam adores him. Noah likes his quiet time with dad, and I think dad enjoys it too. John has also been staying with the kids as my businesses continue to grow. He has an uncanny ability to keep the kids calm while I am away, or at least keep the chaos contained.
Me, well, I have been a busy girl. Berry Fancy still continues to be a pleasant surprise. For a business that happened by accident, things have worked out rather well. I am working on a bridal campaign that I am hoping to push this Spring…I am using the word hoping…we will see. Usborne is also booming. I am on my road to supervisor, and hopefully that will afford me the opportunity to sit back for a minute. I have been booking home shows and book fairs left and right. In retail, too much business is a good problem to have, but problem none the less. That being said, I love to talk about my books. I believe we have the best on the market. I would love to tell you more…just ask ;)
So, I would say our start to 2009 has been a blessing. In an economic climate that isn’t doing very well, we seem to be doing OK.
Enjoy the pictures and video…I think it sums up the events in the new year.
Monday
Wednesday
Funny Story
Eli was sitting on my lap today while I was on the computer. I was logging on to my email and noticed Eli was saying "papaw". I said, "No buddy, papaw is bye-bye."
As usual, he was emphatic about "papaw". I looked up at the computer screen and chuckled when I saw who he was calling "papaw". Dad, you are truly a star in the eyes of my son!
Even as I am posting..."hi papaw!"
Thursday
Team Horn Pics
Things Mom & Dad do when they are bored :)
Ta-Da!
Not Impressed?
Check this out!!!Abs of steel!!!
The next day Eli got in on the action.
Nana and her boy
Kami as Indiana Jones and
Austin as a Zombie Football Player
Blog Time, Long Over Due
Blog Time, Long Over Due
I know I have been a big blog slacker, but seriously…we are busy. Between the boys, Kam’s schooling and my entrepreneuring, who has time?! John has been patient, wonderful and supportive through it all. I couldn’t ask for a better husband.
In case you haven’t heard, or kept up with the blog, Noah is enormous! He is rolling, raspberry-ing, smiling, cooing and laughing. We love our Rolly Polly Nolly! Currently, we are working on cereal, although I think he doesn’t like it much. We are thinking about squash for Turkey Day!
Stats:
Length – 26 ¾” (95%)
Weight – 17lbs 9oz (95%)
Head – (90%)
Elijah is amazing. I can’t believe he is 16 months! He has blown past the developmental skills for toddlers his age and impressed the doctor. He is talking and signing like crazy (real and gibberish). He is going to need tubes and we are scheduling his procedure tomorrow.
Stats:
Length – 32 ¾” (75%)
Weight – 22lbs 4oz (15%)
Head – (95%)…I wonder if these were Elmer Fudd’s Stats…
Congrats to the Kessler and Ledbetter families on their newest additions! Abigail and Preston are adorable! Also, congrats to Aunt Lisa and Jeff!
We are very excited to hear that little princess Danielle Mae is healthy! We can't wait to meet her!
Stay tuned...more videos to come!
I know I have been a big blog slacker, but seriously…we are busy. Between the boys, Kam’s schooling and my entrepreneuring, who has time?! John has been patient, wonderful and supportive through it all. I couldn’t ask for a better husband.
In case you haven’t heard, or kept up with the blog, Noah is enormous! He is rolling, raspberry-ing, smiling, cooing and laughing. We love our Rolly Polly Nolly! Currently, we are working on cereal, although I think he doesn’t like it much. We are thinking about squash for Turkey Day!
Stats:
Length – 26 ¾” (95%)
Weight – 17lbs 9oz (95%)
Head – (90%)
Elijah is amazing. I can’t believe he is 16 months! He has blown past the developmental skills for toddlers his age and impressed the doctor. He is talking and signing like crazy (real and gibberish). He is going to need tubes and we are scheduling his procedure tomorrow.
Stats:
Length – 32 ¾” (75%)
Weight – 22lbs 4oz (15%)
Head – (95%)…I wonder if these were Elmer Fudd’s Stats…
Congrats to the Kessler and Ledbetter families on their newest additions! Abigail and Preston are adorable! Also, congrats to Aunt Lisa and Jeff!
We are very excited to hear that little princess Danielle Mae is healthy! We can't wait to meet her!
Stay tuned...more videos to come!
Wednesday
Tuesday
9...REALLY???
I sat here today, in the midst of chaos, and paused to look at my baby girl. Much to my dismay, her baby-ness is gone. I looked at Noah and tried to remember Kameron at that age. Her face, her smells, her sounds, have all but vanished, replaced instead with a young lady.
Gone are the days where I could entertain her by singing along with the Wiggles. Now singing along with the dreamy Jonas Brothers is "embarrassing MOM!” How I long for the days when she thought all boys smelled like poo.
I am preparing myself for the talks that will inevitably come. For the times when life gets hard, and the times when life gets really hard.
In the mean time, I am trying to remember the way things are now. In her eyes, John and I are still her heroes. We may not know everything, but we still know a lot. We are still her confidants. We are still the ones she runs to when she is learning, loving, laughing and even hurting.
My birthday wish for Kameron is one of love. I hope she always feels loved, even when life gets hard and especially when life gets really hard.
Monday
Friday
Noah's Stats...2 months and 1 week
It is no secret, Noah is a biggin! At 15lbs & 9oz and 25.5 inches long, our guy is in the 97% respectively. This is in stark contrast to his older siblings. One thing is for certain, our guy is thriving. Much to Grandma Joan's chagrin he will not be put on a weight loss program anytime soon.
Thursday
New Pictures
Multi tasking in the Team Horn house is a must. With babies 2 & 14 months, I have learned I can nurse and simultaneously lift, block or knock down Eli with a foot, leg or arm. Sounds harsh, but it has served its purpose a time or ten. Noah has slept through the night a few times this past week so we are optimistic.
We are looking forward to another homeschool field trip tomorrow. I am sure Kami will blog about it...so be on the lookout.
My husband requested that we update the photos...so here are a few favorites from our mini photo shoot before bedtime.
We are looking forward to another homeschool field trip tomorrow. I am sure Kami will blog about it...so be on the lookout.
My husband requested that we update the photos...so here are a few favorites from our mini photo shoot before bedtime.
P.S. Please don't tell Noah he is sitting in a pink bouncy seat!
Sunday
Thursday
And So It Goes
Our chublet is growing leaps and bounds each day. His reflux is waning with the use of Prevacid, but his eczema seems to be an ongoing battle. We are not exactly sure how much Noah weighs, but he is already inching out of 6 month clothing…gulp! He is scheduled for his two month check-up on Monday…keep you posted!
Elijah has been experimenting with taste lately. Everything he sees he attempts to put in his mouth. This has resulted in several, “EW! Don’t eat that!” and one panicked phone call to poison control (1-800-222-1222…POST IT!).
Kami is doing very well in homeschool. She is keeping a blog, which is more of a creative writing journal. If you want to see what she is doing you can get a glimpse into her world.
There are many families in our homeschool group, and most have eons of experience. I have found this to be extremely helpful. I am very “green” when it comes to this homeschool stuff and I am not above asking for help and guidance. We are slowly getting a groove and she seems to be learning and adjusting well.
We have a lot of field trips planned with other families, joined new clubs and have found the best educational resources. I am amazed and at times overwhelmed. I know it is not everyone’s “cup of tea”, but I am blessed to be able to be 100% involved with our children’s education. Trust me we can totally relate to the lines of questioning we get regarding our decision…we are just beginning to answer them for ourselves.
On a sadder note, Jim's father passed away. My sister and her family are traveling to Florida today. Please keep the Calvert Family in your prayers.
John and I are continuing our post-baby workouts. We plan to be buff-er by the holidays. Our diets are as creative as Aldi’s will allow, but all is well so far!
Elijah has been experimenting with taste lately. Everything he sees he attempts to put in his mouth. This has resulted in several, “EW! Don’t eat that!” and one panicked phone call to poison control (1-800-222-1222…POST IT!).
Kami is doing very well in homeschool. She is keeping a blog, which is more of a creative writing journal. If you want to see what she is doing you can get a glimpse into her world.
There are many families in our homeschool group, and most have eons of experience. I have found this to be extremely helpful. I am very “green” when it comes to this homeschool stuff and I am not above asking for help and guidance. We are slowly getting a groove and she seems to be learning and adjusting well.
We have a lot of field trips planned with other families, joined new clubs and have found the best educational resources. I am amazed and at times overwhelmed. I know it is not everyone’s “cup of tea”, but I am blessed to be able to be 100% involved with our children’s education. Trust me we can totally relate to the lines of questioning we get regarding our decision…we are just beginning to answer them for ourselves.
On a sadder note, Jim's father passed away. My sister and her family are traveling to Florida today. Please keep the Calvert Family in your prayers.
John and I are continuing our post-baby workouts. We plan to be buff-er by the holidays. Our diets are as creative as Aldi’s will allow, but all is well so far!
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