While she was here we went to to a halloween party,
Friday, December 30, 2011
jenny's visit to minot
About a week after Ryan left, Jenny came to visit us and meet the babies! She was here from the 22nd til the 29th of October.
While she was here we went to to a halloween party,
spent a lot of time hanging out,
even more time playing,
reading some books,
and even took the kids to their first hockey game!
It was a great visit and we are so glad Jenny was able to come out to meet the babies!
.katherine.
While she was here we went to to a halloween party,
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
ryan's visit to minot
Again, time got away from me and I am behind on updating! The day Lauren flew out of Minot my brother, Ryan, flew in! He was able to be here from the 9th of October til the 14th!
Ryan loves being an Uncle...he has been asking for us to make us one since we got married (our wedding gift was baby clothes)! He fit right into his role perfectly and was great with the kids!
He dared to multi-task while holding them,
started teaching them to play guitar,
had some heart-to-heart discussions,
and enjoyed just being an uncle!
Thankyou for coming out to visit Ryan! We all enjoyed every minute of it.
.katherine.
He dared to multi-task while holding them,
started teaching them to play guitar,
had some heart-to-heart discussions,
and enjoyed just being an uncle!
Thankyou for coming out to visit Ryan! We all enjoyed every minute of it.
.katherine.
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
lauren's visit to minot
I don't know where the last month has gone! It seems like just yesterday Matt's sister, Lauren, was here visiting. In all reality she was here a month ago (from October 7th - 9th)! After a hectic trip out here of flight changes and cancellations, Lauren finally got to Minot on the 7th. I don't know who was more excited about her meeting Bryce and Zoey, Lauren or us.
Bryce and Zoey showed Lauren a good time while she was here. They showed her their new Halloween jammies and how they get a little fussy before bed,
Main Street in Minot,
how they like to cuddle,
and how upset they are when she has to leave.
We loved having you out here Lauren! We look forward to seeing you in another month!
.katherine.
Bryce and Zoey showed Lauren a good time while she was here. They showed her their new Halloween jammies and how they get a little fussy before bed,
Main Street in Minot,
how they like to cuddle,
and how upset they are when she has to leave.
We loved having you out here Lauren! We look forward to seeing you in another month!
.katherine.
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
pumpkin patch
The weather is starting to cool off here in North Dakota and for the first time since we have lived here we are actually getting to enjoy fall! I LOVE fall...it is my favorite season. I love the colors, the smells, the crisp air, and pumpkins! On the 1st of October we loaded up the munchkins for thir first road trip and went to the Papa's Pumpkin Patch down in Bismark with the Ehn's.
The pumpkin patch was a lot of fun. There were tons of fun things for kids to play with and multiple places for fun photos.
Last on the agenda for the day was to pick out our pumpkins. The selection was amazing! We all got pumpkins for Halloween, including Bryce and Zoey!
We had a wonderful time at the pumpkin patch with Abbey, Eric, and Henrik! We are already looking forward to going again next year when there will be four children and our munchkins can enjoy everything a little more!
.katherine.
The pumpkin patch was a lot of fun. There were tons of fun things for kids to play with and multiple places for fun photos.
Last on the agenda for the day was to pick out our pumpkins. The selection was amazing! We all got pumpkins for Halloween, including Bryce and Zoey!
We had a wonderful time at the pumpkin patch with Abbey, Eric, and Henrik! We are already looking forward to going again next year when there will be four children and our munchkins can enjoy everything a little more!
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
happy anniversary
On the 20th of September Matt and I celebrated our THREE year anniversary! Can you believe it has been three years? It seems like it was just yesterday that I was walking down the asile toward my best friend and in front of family and friends joining our lives for better or worse.
Three years later our lives are much different...we have been through many trials and we are now a family!
It was great to remember our vows and be reminded what is important after such a long summer. We have each other, our kids, and support from family and friends. We are reminded, especially on this anniversary, that we are truly blessed and we couldn't be happier!
.katherine.
image by dolphin dance photography (http://www.dolphindancephotography.com/)
Three years later our lives are much different...we have been through many trials and we are now a family!
It was great to remember our vows and be reminded what is important after such a long summer. We have each other, our kids, and support from family and friends. We are reminded, especially on this anniversary, that we are truly blessed and we couldn't be happier!
Sunday, October 2, 2011
aunt nancy's visit
My Aunt Nancy came out to visit us on the 15th of September!
She was very excited to meet Bryce and Zoey! We spent most of our time at the house spending time with the babies and hanging out!
We had a great visit and enjoyed having her out here! She and Mom drove back to Virginia together on the 19th and had a great time! Thanks for visiting, we are looking forward to seeing you in December!
.katherine.
She was very excited to meet Bryce and Zoey! We spent most of our time at the house spending time with the babies and hanging out!
We had a great visit and enjoyed having her out here! She and Mom drove back to Virginia together on the 19th and had a great time! Thanks for visiting, we are looking forward to seeing you in December!
.katherine.
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
thankyou mimi
Over the last three and a half months one story has been left untold, my mom's. I am sure she would prefer it continue to remain that way, however, we are incredibly grateful for everything she has done and want to share!
The morning I went into preterm labor Matt and I called our parents as soon as we knew what was going on. Normally my first phone call would have been to my mom, however she was in Chile visiting my brother Ryan!
Matt called my dad (who was also traveling) who called my grandparents who emailed Mom! Mom happened to check her email that afternoon in between site-seeing and called us immediately. Even though we assured her I would be ok and she didn't need to cut her trip short, Mom and Ryan spent the afternoon rearranging Mom's flights. The following morning (a day before her scheduled departure) she got on a plane in Chile and headed for Minot. She got in Monday evening exhausted but happy to be here. The minute Mom walked into my hospital room there was a different vibe. All of a sudden all the tension was lifted and both Matt and I were able to relax a little.
The morning Bryce and Zoey were born, Mom was able to be with Matt while I was in surgery. I don't know what it was like in that hallway but I know that I was able to focus my energy on the babies instead of Matt and Mom. They had each other to cry with, pace the halls, laugh with, and hug once they heard the new that the babies were ok. From what they told me, they were like little kids: anxious and excited. (I would love to see the security videos.) When I came back to my room Mom and Matt were able to tell me every detail about my children. It was very reassuring to hear from them that the kids were doing well.
The first week we visited the babies as often as we could. After I was discharged, Mom drove me to the hospital whenever I asked. She never questioned the time of day or what else was going on. She made sure I was also taken care of: helping with laundry and cleaning, getting me up and down stairs, making food, and so much more.
Then we got the news about the evacuation and the kids going to Fargo. Mom stayed calm even through all the chaos. I know we were all scared and worried but Mom took my hand and told me it was going to be ok, she would make sure I was with Bryce and Zoey as much as possible. I don't think she will ever know how much those words or her actions that night helped me through one of the hardest days. As we waited for the arrival of the plane Mom stayed right beside me. Even after we got the news that I would be able to fly with the babies, Mom stayed beside me and waited to start the drive to Fargo until I was in the ambulance headed toward the plane. Without hesitation she drove the five hours to Fargo at night to meet up with us and make sure Matt, Bryce, Zoey, and me were ok.
During the next eleven weeks, Mom stayed with us and helped us through the trials of the flood, being away from home, and having babies in the NICU. Mom was able to keep all the family updated so we could focus on the kids, be one of my biggest supporters as I struggled with breastfeeding, stay with me in Fargo while Matt had to work in Minot, and help us begin the rebuilding process on our home after the flood. Even with all of this, Mom would tell you that she was just enjoying time with her grandbabies.
Mom continued to stay with us for a week and a half after Bryce and Zoey came home. She helped us adjust to having them at home, stayed with them while I ran to the store for last minute things we forgot, helped with the first week of follow-up doctor's appointments, made sure I got plenty of sleep, and even got up for several middle-of-the-night feedings. Having her with us made the transition so much easier!
Thankyou Mom (Mimi) for all the help, support, and love! I don't know how we would have made it through the last three and a half months without your help. We truly appreciate all you did (and continue to do) for us. We can't wait to see you again in December! We love you!
.katherine.
The morning I went into preterm labor Matt and I called our parents as soon as we knew what was going on. Normally my first phone call would have been to my mom, however she was in Chile visiting my brother Ryan!
The morning Bryce and Zoey were born, Mom was able to be with Matt while I was in surgery. I don't know what it was like in that hallway but I know that I was able to focus my energy on the babies instead of Matt and Mom. They had each other to cry with, pace the halls, laugh with, and hug once they heard the new that the babies were ok. From what they told me, they were like little kids: anxious and excited. (I would love to see the security videos.) When I came back to my room Mom and Matt were able to tell me every detail about my children. It was very reassuring to hear from them that the kids were doing well.
The first week we visited the babies as often as we could. After I was discharged, Mom drove me to the hospital whenever I asked. She never questioned the time of day or what else was going on. She made sure I was also taken care of: helping with laundry and cleaning, getting me up and down stairs, making food, and so much more.
Then we got the news about the evacuation and the kids going to Fargo. Mom stayed calm even through all the chaos. I know we were all scared and worried but Mom took my hand and told me it was going to be ok, she would make sure I was with Bryce and Zoey as much as possible. I don't think she will ever know how much those words or her actions that night helped me through one of the hardest days. As we waited for the arrival of the plane Mom stayed right beside me. Even after we got the news that I would be able to fly with the babies, Mom stayed beside me and waited to start the drive to Fargo until I was in the ambulance headed toward the plane. Without hesitation she drove the five hours to Fargo at night to meet up with us and make sure Matt, Bryce, Zoey, and me were ok.
During the next eleven weeks, Mom stayed with us and helped us through the trials of the flood, being away from home, and having babies in the NICU. Mom was able to keep all the family updated so we could focus on the kids, be one of my biggest supporters as I struggled with breastfeeding, stay with me in Fargo while Matt had to work in Minot, and help us begin the rebuilding process on our home after the flood. Even with all of this, Mom would tell you that she was just enjoying time with her grandbabies.
Mom continued to stay with us for a week and a half after Bryce and Zoey came home. She helped us adjust to having them at home, stayed with them while I ran to the store for last minute things we forgot, helped with the first week of follow-up doctor's appointments, made sure I got plenty of sleep, and even got up for several middle-of-the-night feedings. Having her with us made the transition so much easier!
Thankyou Mom (Mimi) for all the help, support, and love! I don't know how we would have made it through the last three and a half months without your help. We truly appreciate all you did (and continue to do) for us. We can't wait to see you again in December! We love you!
.katherine.
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