Child Psychologist

Corinne is way too wise to our parenting tactics. She illustrated that so well last night before bed when she approached me displaying two books, (after Dad had already read her a story), "Mom, which of these two books would you be happy to read to me?" Nice phrasing, huh--no room for a "no". Or like another time when she said to me at Target, "Mom, here are your choices. Would you like to buy me a Barbie or a Polly Pocket?" I can't imagine where she's picking this up!

One Month Old Today

This is Hayley at 10 days old.  You really can’t tell how small she is until you see her next to Evan.  She was so tiny!  At her two week checkup she was only 5 lbs 13 oz—not even up to her 6lb birth weight!This is Hayley’s first Sunday at church, wearing the smallest little dress we have—it looks like a doll outfit. This is Hayley now.  I took her to the dr. today just to check her weight because she’s been growing so slowly.  I was surprised and thrilled that she weighed in at 7lbs even.  That means that she has gained an average of 1 oz. a day for the past couple of weeks.  That is the norm, but my babies have never done that so I was thrilled.  The constant nursing and waking her up to eat is starting to make a difference, so now I can stop worrying about her size and just enjoy her.  After all, I’m in no hurry for her to grow up.  She is so sweet and cuddly and easy to take care of.  We love her!

Campaigning

Grant has been doing a little campaigning for our family election. Yesterday after school a couple of these signs appeared around the house. I gave the family the opportunity to nominate their favorite foods to be served for dinner on election day. Then we divided into two caucuses (males and females) to hold primary elections for each of the following categories: main dish, side dish, vegetable, bread, and dessert. After each "convention" selected their contenders, we made a final ballot and everyone voted after Family Home Evening last night. The winning foods will be revealed at dinner tonight. (Don't tell Grant yet, but his efforts paid off. Chips and guac were chosen as the favorite side dish and will be on the menu with lasagna, garlic bread, sweet potatoes, and chocolate chip cheesecake. Obviously Brian was outvoted for dessert--sorry!) Now I better get cooking while Hayley is napping!