tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27685458573931678232024-02-19T09:08:51.606-06:00Catch of a LifetimeJ B Miller Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03496124889397338496noreply@blogger.comBlogger226125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2768545857393167823.post-10944397771432170152015-08-24T20:41:00.001-05:002015-08-25T09:49:37.598-05:00The TruthBecause Facebook is really good at showing our best moments rather than showing day to day reality, I just want to share some truth. <div><br><div>I am tired. </div><div><br></div><div>I am grateful for three healthy children, but I am exhausted and occasionally wish to resign. I am a working mom, working 9 months a year with 50+ hours a week, with about 8 hours a week tutoring in the summer. This means I should be basking in the sun with my children the rest of the time, loving every minute. <div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div>I<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> don't. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Of course there are highlights and a lot of love, but many times it can feel like a chore. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">I wash their bottles and sippy cups three times by nap time. They seriously multiply! I seem to be prepping or cleaning up a meal/snack constantly, and not because it actually takes that much time to prep the food alone. But entertaining and removing danger from three small children who want to be held or play with the waffle iron WHILE prepping food does take an extraordinary amount of time. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">The art of distraction has been nearly perfected this summer. Two 18 month olds presented a challenge but I think I fared well! Whether I distract one with a different toy when they fought over the same item, or I got them all busy so I could pee or change laundry without tears, it has become an art form for me. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Baths happen frequently. Experiences I want to give my children end up meaning extra cleaning of the house/yard, and them. And that means I'm tired. I actually didn't plan a day trip to an activity in the metro area (1.5 hrs away) worried I would fall asleep driving. See they fall asleep on the way home, but I have to stay awake. Keeping three children alive and safe away from home is taxing! And back seat drivers are not helpful in these instances. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Therefore the mom guilt steps in. Am I just an exhausted mess? Shouldn't I be loving this more? They say time flies, but this hour before bedtime is inching by. "Enjoy it while it lasts," they say. The little two fight over the same item, and as soon as I have distracted one with something new, that's exactly what the oldest wanted to play with! Can't win some days! </span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">I wish there was an easier way. Maybe there is. I know there are healthy things to improve my energy, but we restricted the budget for a short time, and that is not a need for now. My solution right now is praying to God to help me each day share in the joy of my children. Thankfully those moments get me through the chore like moments. I was chosen to be these three kids' mom, and I am so blessed. But having a blessing doesn't mean it isn't work. We are blessed with a home, doesn't mean there isn't maintenance and chores. We have a happy marriage, doesn't mean we don't have miscommunication and frustration over who gets up with the kids this time. We are blessed with jobs, doesn't mean we aren't frustrated by it at times and wish we were paid more or had some more vacation time. We are blessed with children, doesn't mean it doesn't take every ounce of my energy and self control to keep everyone well and growing. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">I am blessed.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">I love my children, but I'm also tired. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">That's my reality.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Sand everywhere:</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggEMOe7uGuSffnvNgbGApTnk5cmzrbQFg4HBR8fHBGkoae1zoi1FSXVRuplqUGWGGibGJ966Er697x0h7uTQtWv1u6YQ0VKh4HFliIr8weJVAaE1-ubMPkLdsYSnymZWxHxUGGhv2sn5cq/s640/blogger-image--2027418943.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggEMOe7uGuSffnvNgbGApTnk5cmzrbQFg4HBR8fHBGkoae1zoi1FSXVRuplqUGWGGibGJ966Er697x0h7uTQtWv1u6YQ0VKh4HFliIr8weJVAaE1-ubMPkLdsYSnymZWxHxUGGhv2sn5cq/s640/blogger-image--2027418943.jpg"></a></div></div><br></span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Yogurt - feeding self, I mean facial</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSE0FjwIOx8EEuI4qVJNRB03snk8yzGChcbRLVBFM75u-tE4wNvOU6IU5td3OWKwYgLxgW0QsOImuWF1qtLFTLH5IgjHcrVEpQ3cs15dT4DfMYEqGFek3ZrzD4ECn__K_iqEkwLoiYVvK0/s640/blogger-image--1701525599.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSE0FjwIOx8EEuI4qVJNRB03snk8yzGChcbRLVBFM75u-tE4wNvOU6IU5td3OWKwYgLxgW0QsOImuWF1qtLFTLH5IgjHcrVEpQ3cs15dT4DfMYEqGFek3ZrzD4ECn__K_iqEkwLoiYVvK0/s640/blogger-image--1701525599.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Water colors: </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp8tt4m2vSp1QAJolu2LkndsSgevzrU_72FAywJ-aJ6bqUTPvRjCJoosOydWtAMfcABmzG4Qqb0Cq4DVEBSXcUBmeI5uUhnAWDiIbJYEbCB2ryovqDgSRP2bFypK6cVIqY4yvNX98YPsFh/s640/blogger-image-464097375.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp8tt4m2vSp1QAJolu2LkndsSgevzrU_72FAywJ-aJ6bqUTPvRjCJoosOydWtAMfcABmzG4Qqb0Cq4DVEBSXcUBmeI5uUhnAWDiIbJYEbCB2ryovqDgSRP2bFypK6cVIqY4yvNX98YPsFh/s640/blogger-image-464097375.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Water colors on the face:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjI0NHxs1jCdLN9fds4NZLv-OIsAYJWUX2Bijb7Awaf2uccPTcdFND0ASc9Njb_dIW3wSdG26pxif9SulHl8W_F7H4PvIGl2yNc7uNtv4R3lGdCKG5FG0RDkJxN8YIkVEEbodC0giKhAadF/s640/blogger-image-965847750.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjI0NHxs1jCdLN9fds4NZLv-OIsAYJWUX2Bijb7Awaf2uccPTcdFND0ASc9Njb_dIW3wSdG26pxif9SulHl8W_F7H4PvIGl2yNc7uNtv4R3lGdCKG5FG0RDkJxN8YIkVEEbodC0giKhAadF/s640/blogger-image-965847750.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Saving grace: Daddy doing bedtime stories! 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Adjustment to life as a Stay At Home Mom. This is of course a career change. Not a flip of a switch. I knew there would be adjustment, so I gave myself low expectations and eased in to daily activities, outings, and my overall proficiency as mother of 3 littles. In the past I have gotten frustrated because I didn't seem to just transition in to summer life easily, with or without kids. After my ninth year teaching, I have finally realized that it is a career change, and with such a major change, grace and understanding should come with it. I started tutoring three students in July, so June really was a time we got to be home together with the kids going to daycare about 2 days a week. This was when I got cleaning and shopping done. Somehow it wasn't the rest I thought it would be. The time filled quickly with To Do items. The greatest joy was just seeing my children, day in and day out, and having the time to notice the little things about their development and personalities. I loved the summer buzz haircut Caleb got to really signify summer! And the after nap snuggles were absorbed and treasured! I could go on and on about the laughs, the art of distraction and redirection, and moments I will recall with love for years to come. But, my time is limited, so here are the summer highlights by calendar: <br />
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June 9: Splash Pad in Eden Prairie with some other Moms of Multiples.<br />
June 11: Mollie and Will held hands in the car.<br />
June 12: Attempt at PlayDough. Mollie can play with PlayDough and not eat it. William can not resist the green soft stuff!<br />
June 12: Caleb caught his first fish with Daddy. Small mouth bass <br />
June 14: Date night and cards with Josh<br />
June 15: Finally planted the garden<br />
June 21: Father's day and supper at Sibley Park<br />
June 23: Caleb went to the dentist. Did much better with the cleaning; got 1/2 done. But sadly found 2 cavities.<br />
June 26: Leaving at bedtime for South Dakota.<br />
June 27: Met Fishers in Hill City, SD.<br />
June 29: Mount Rushmore<br />
June 30: Storybook Island & Bear Country USA<br />
July 2: Children's Museum in Brookings, SD<br />
July 2-5: Harjes Family Celebration, celebrating Ur Oma's 80th Birthday<br />
July 8: Twins Play Date at Children's Museum<br />
July 9-10: Oma Camp - Caleb slept over at my mom's<br />
July 9: Blueberry picking at Greta's<br />
July 11: North Mankato Fun Days parade<br />
July 13: Ice Cream Cones for Mollie & Will<br />
July 14: Library with Nana<br />
July 15: Blueberry picking with Meghan in Northfield.<br />
July 17: MoonDogs date night with Multiple Blessings group<br />
July 18: 3 different jam recipes<br />
July 19: Tourtelotte Pool with Johnson Family<br />
July 22: Day with our favorite nurse, Lisa Taylor. <br />
July 24: St Peter Kiddie Pool with Scholl family<br />
July 25: Family Barn Dance in Green Isle; Mollie & Will's first<br />
July 27: Caleb has a chore bingo card to earn iPod time and $1 when it is blackout.<br />
July 28: Negotiations, I am a member of the team, ended with a tentative agreement between MTA and ISD 77<br />
July 28: Caleb had two cavities filled and was a champ! Laughing gas works like a charm!<br />
July 29: Owatonna Water Park with my Littles, Eli and Sophia, and Mukamuri family<br />
July 31: Target run with all 3 and left the van door open<br />
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August: <br />
August 2: Anniversary day date in Minneapolis area<br />
August 5: Josh has ACL reconstructive surgery<br />
August 5: Caleb started garden class<br />
August 8: Mom, Gene, Greta, and Krista return from 12 days in Guatamala on a Mission Trip. Krista stops by for a quick visit and the next day Mom and Gene stop by. <br />
August 12: Caleb and Mommy went to garden class, followed by the Children's Museum with the Tapescape exhibit.<br />
August 13-14: Renew, Reflect, Re-Charge: A Courage to Teach retreat for me<br />
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<br />J B Miller Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03496124889397338496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2768545857393167823.post-69959493819942964642015-08-01T23:10:00.001-05:002015-08-02T20:42:00.209-05:007 yearsFeeling an itch can actually be low-grade pain. So the phrase "7 Year Itch" could be referring to quite some pain! Luckily for me, Josh and I are not feeling any itch. <div><br></div><div>Each year our relationship grows, we overcome another hurdle, we love on our children together, and we enjoy the blessings in our lives! Looking over our first seven years, our marriage has been the harbor, not the storm. We've lost family members and grieved together; we added family members and rejoiced together. There was a job change, a basement flood, an upstairs bathroom geyser, and upstairs remodel. We've had hikes in Alaska, Colorado and California. A few weeks and weekends apart, but always anticipating a wonderful homecoming. Our biggest curveballs have been two pregnancies with a nauseous Bri, resulting in three children. But children we prayed for, anticipated, and rejoiced in their arrivals. There have been some highs and lows, but we've had a safe harbor, and truly a happy 7 years! I am so grateful to have been joined in love and purpose with Josh. He is the man and teammate I need and want in life and beyond!</div>J B Miller Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03496124889397338496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2768545857393167823.post-17486605255235851892015-06-24T09:45:00.002-05:002015-08-01T23:05:48.763-05:0012 months!12 months has come and gone and it has been like no other time in our lives. I wish it had gone a little slower, allowing for a few more snuggles. That's probably the hardest thing about infant multiples. You get one fed, the other needs fed. You get one changed and freshly washed, and there is one waiting to do the same. The action seems like a revolving door, rather than basking in the sweetness of one baby. However, when there are still moments and you have two peaceful infants in your arms...wow. It takes my breath away! And there were many moments that took my breath away this year.<br>
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This last month, Mollie and Will continue to grow and learn. They are babbling and getting their senses of humor.They have gotten great at picking up food and feeding themselves. This makes Mommy and Daddy's lives much easier.<div><br></div><div>No walking yet, but standing and cruising along things is more and more frequent. I don't know if I hope they walk sooner or not. Right now I can run to the bathroom, and by the time I'm done they have crawled to the door. I imagine when they are walking I won't have those 25 seconds of peace. </div><div><br></div><div>I write each child a letter for their birthday each year. I can't believe the joy and time of writing two letters, but more than any thing, I acknowledge the privilege it is to do so. Being a mom of twins puts me in a circle of moms that I have loved being a part of this last year. The moms around the country and works, but especially our local Moms of Multiples, Multiple Blessings, Club. The moms I met this year and call my friends have a great support system and a truly nonjudgmental. We give each other so much grace and support because we know what 2+ babies/toddlers/school age, etc are truly like. Not Irish twins or 14 months apart, but truly a multiples pregnancy, delivery, and newborns. Because while it has been more work than I ever imagined, I feel so much joy and pride in doing it, or most of it:) </div><div><br></div><div>Mollie and Will, thank you for making me a mom of multiples! You are a double blessing! </div>J B Miller Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03496124889397338496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2768545857393167823.post-70146004434826732252015-01-19T21:43:00.001-06:002015-06-24T09:45:11.618-05:0011 months<div>
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William is our even keeled little man. He is a snuggler, a smiler, and has great tickle spots! He army crawls surprisingly quickly and is crawling on all 4s more and more. He is picking up food to eat with his fist and thumb, sometimes using his pincers. He gets excited when he sees the yellow Kix box! </div>
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J B Miller Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03496124889397338496noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2768545857393167823.post-74918540291525222842015-01-01T22:41:00.001-06:002015-01-02T00:54:35.094-06:00Happy New YearsI could have many resolutions including personal and family health, financial goals, my faith walk, my daily habits, my mental health and self worth, my relationships with friends and family, the time I spent unplugged and with my children, and many more. Which do I choose? If I choose all of them I know I will quickly become overwhelmed and not keep up. So I am going to choose my faith walk. My relationship with God will lead to the rest of those goals anyway. But I have to be right with God and listening to His cues to be successful. <div><br></div><div>As a mother, working or otherwise, many times we feel behind. I don't know how to keep up on the dishes, the meals, the laundry, the kids' baths, the general clutter/mail/cleaning, dusting, disinfecting, the bathroom!, the vehicle, and routine house maintence of filters changing, etc. I seem to have long nails all the time...not by choice, but because I am not in the same room as a nail clipper when I have a moment to think about it! Heaven for bid I just make time and walk to the room that has the clipper and do it. Ha! </div><div><br></div><div>So instead of working on my list, I will work on God's list for me. The only thing I have to do is listen, and that I can make a priority every day! That can and will happen. </div><div><br></div><div>This last year was amazing. I am in awe of the struggles and triumphs our family experienced this year. As I put out babes to sleep last night and snuggled into our bed, I truly felt blessed. At this time a year ago I was sleeping poorly due to a twins pregnancy that was becoming increasingly more difficult, and soon to turn to 6 weeks of bed rest! Our upstairs master bedroom was about to be gutted completely, and to become a long and trying project for my husband while I was on bed rest and in the hospital for 3 weeks with our 35 week old babies, and he was home with our 3 year old and continuing the remodel. Things were all about to change with an uncertainty. This year I went to bed with the man I love completely and three beautiful children sleeping peacefully. God gave me a lot of grace this year. He was patient as I pleaded for our babies health, my stamina as they ate continuously, and sanity as our organized home has been turned upside down by double baby gear. I am learning a lot and learning what to say yes and no to; what to treasure and what to throw away. <br><div><br></div><div>My little loves are my treasure that I know is mine on loan. 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Josh was out for a few hours and it was just the kids and me at home. I didn't think taking the kids out in the germs would be a great idea. But I was getting antsy. I thought about inviting someone over, but by the time I went through my list, there wasn't anyone to call. Her was my list:</p><p style="margin: 0px; font-size: 12px; font-family: Helvetica;">Someone I know and not busy</p><p style="margin: 0px; font-size: 12px; font-family: Helvetica;">Someone with few or no kids that could fit in my house</p><p style="margin: 0px; font-size: 12px; font-family: Helvetica;">Someone who I would not need to clean for...piles of presents and toys to be sorted, out grown clothes that need to be sorted and packed up, dishes, laundry, etc.</p><p style="margin: 0px; font-size: 12px; font-family: Helvetica;">Someone in town or near</p><p style="margin: 0px; font-size: 12px; font-family: Helvetica;">Someone not sick or family sick so my kids have a chance to keep fighting off the influenza</p><p style="margin: 0px; font-size: 12px; font-family: Helvetica;">Someone who likes kids and would enjoy our company</p><p style="margin: 0px; font-size: 12px; font-family: Helvetica;">Someone who would "help"/play with my kids to keep us all happy while hanging out</p><p style="margin: 0px; font-size: 12px; font-family: Helvetica;"><br></p><p style="margin: 0px; font-size: 12px; font-family: Helvetica;">Now the reason I didn't call someone was my decision, based on my perceptions. I know they could easily be wrong, and were. But it is very easy to go through my list and feel alone. And I don't think I'm the only one who feels this way...am I?</p>J B Miller Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03496124889397338496noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2768545857393167823.post-22306869008316818782014-12-25T07:28:00.001-06:002014-12-26T22:12:50.769-06:00Christmas thoughtsMollie and Will can't quite make it 12 hours through the night so at about 5:00am every morning Will wakes to eat. Mollie is sometime after that. Usually Will eats and goes back to sleep for another hour but he most know it is Christmas. He is awake, crawling around. Since he's been awake, Mollie has been changed, fed, and put back to bed. Good girl;)<br />
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J B Miller Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03496124889397338496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2768545857393167823.post-79104150142948679212014-12-25T06:25:00.001-06:002014-12-26T22:08:36.525-06:00Thanksgiving & Ohio Family 2014I love visiting our Ohio family! Josh grew up there but in high school his parents and siblings moved to MN. Josh has lived in MN longer than Ohio now, but he is still a Buckeye with a soft spot for the Gophers.<br />
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Josh and I value family and one way we have chosen to demonstrate that is to see and visit family that we can drive to in a day or so (sorry German loved ones; we'll get there someday!). We go to Ohio every other year since we've been married and we're considering going every year. We were also in Ohio our first Christmas as a married couple and have returned for Grandma Betty and Grandpa Richard's funerals, as well as my cousin Cheryl's wedding. My side of the family also has a presence in Ohio. My mom's sister, Tina, and her family have lived in Ohio for over 10 years. We swing by them near Dayton on nearly every trip or meet halfway between them and Josh's family in Butler, north of Columbus. We always stay with Grandma Norma, and what a treat that is. She is a fabulous cook, great to talk to, and an overall fabulous grandma who loves on her grand babies, and great-grand babies. </div>
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This Thanksgiving was special because it was Mollie and Will's first time to Ohio and first time to meet all of the family that lives there! Great Grandma Norma immediately loved on those babies! She was so helpful with their bottle feedings and making sure Caleb got what food and things he needed. </div>
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On Thanksgiving Day we celebrated at Aunt Penny's house. She and Uncle Larry added on to their farm house and have a beautiful kitchen and eating area for hosting the large Miller family! Josh's cousin Caroline also has twins, Addison and Annabell. They are two years old and so sweet! They were so good to the babies! Caleb was also a rockstar on this trip! He traveled so well! I can't believe how awesome he did for being THREE! </div>
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This trip marked a few milestones for Mollie and Will! </div>
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-Their first road trip beyond the Twin Cities. We drove through the night to get to Ohio for a total of 16 hours on the road. </div>
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-We stopped for breakfast at their first Cracker Barrel.</div>
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-Both babies cut at least one tooth! Sleep was difficult and away from home when teething. Those top ones are coming through! </div>
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-Will pulled to standing for the first time on Thanksgiving Day! </div>
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-First time sleeping in a hotel. We stopped on the way back at a hotel for a pool so Caleb could go swimming!</div>
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This Thanksgiving we are so grateful for the many blessings God has graced us with this year! He has entrusted us with three amazing and healthy children! We are exhausted but filled with joy that these three are in our lives!! </div>
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J B Miller Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03496124889397338496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2768545857393167823.post-89147893259310561032014-10-17T22:12:00.002-05:002014-10-17T23:45:20.057-05:00RoutineI think about writing on the blog at least twice a week, but sitting down in a front of a computer at home is rare, and at school it's all business. I used to blog on my phone or tablet, but even those moments are quick for checking email and facebook, and then moving on.<br>
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I have 3 children. Three marvelous children, ages 7 months-3 years. They are the best little people and biggest blessings in my life. I know I am biased, and I have every right to be. Spring boarding from a family of 3 to a family of 5 has not been easy to do, but we've been willing and in love every step of the way. This family would not be possible if Josh and I were not a team and on the same page. I'm so blessed to have Josh's support and love every day. Every single day! We've never spent a day mad...maybe a few hours at most(and that was before kids mostly), but we are lucky that our respect and love for each other always outweigh the argument.<br>
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I am in awe of Josh. I think he does so much for us, and I'm lucky he thinks the same thing about me. It makes his need to fish and "fill his tank" outdoors easier to understand and support. We're a team and we're only as good together as we are healthy and good apart. If we don't take care of our needs as individuals, which is easy to do in a busy household, we are not able to give the effort to our marriage and our family need. Josh gives me my nights out and I give him his day or weekend of fishing/hunting. It isn't always easy, but we understand those the needs.<br>
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It's October and we have hit a rhythm. Here's my typical work day:<br>
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5:15am - pump for 30+minutes. I check school email and write emails at this time. I may or may not go back to sleep depending on the babies. We are trying to keep them asleep until 6:15 or later, but they need a little help some mornings.<br>
6:00am - first alarm goes off and I do usually hit snooze (lasts for 9 minutes). I didn't used to hit snooze, but my lack of sleep means I need a little extra time waking up.<br>
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6:35am - I am done showering and dressed so that I can start. or take over from Josh (he now showers), dressing and feeding babies their morning bottles (5oz). Then I gather my lunch and other materials for the day.<br>
6:50am - I wake Caleb and get him dressed. While Caleb says good morning to the babies I finish packing my lunch, the babies daycare bag with the clean cloth diapers, and pumped milk. Then Caleb snuggle on the couch for a few minutes until Josh is about dressed and coming downstairs at 7:10. Then we all get coats and shoes on, babies in carseats, and all three children loaded in the truck. Josh pulls out about 7:15 or 7:20am to take the kids to daycare, and I lock the door and pull out after him.<br>
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I get to school usually about 7:25am, some morning earlier if we are on the ball at home. I drop my lunch off in the office and walk upstairs to turn on my computer. While things boot up I write the Morning Message to my class, make copies if needed, and then check email to see if there are any new morning messages from students' families or staff. Somehow there is always plenty to do during this time.<br>
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8:00 students arrive and I am "on" for the day. I don't know how to give less than 100% when I teach. I am all in. My prep is before lunch, during which I pump. While I am stuck to my desk during this time I try to be organized and have all the materials I need to prepare and look over at my desk. If I don't, my time after pumping is quite frantic and rushed. Even if I am prepared, I am rushed. On Monday's I always pump again during lunch because I have an early prep and can't make it to the end of the day. Otherwise Tuesday-Friday I do actually have lunch with the staff. I usually make a few copies or have a few things written on a post-it I need to grab from a storage room or supply cabinet.<br>
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I have my students all afternoon without a break from 11:40am-2:35. Everyday we end the day reviewing the highlights of the day in a circle. Then we huddle in and on three say our class cheer. Every other month I am either on door duty (supervise car pick up) or bus duty (supervise and make sure kids get to the bus). Then by 3:00 I am back at my desk checking email, pumping, and perhaps making parent phone calls to check in. Unless of course there are meetings and I have to rearrange that pumping and prep time. From 3:30-4:15 I am usually free to gather materials, make copies, and get things ready for the next day. At 4:15 I pack up, grab my pumped milk from the fridge and drive 7 minutes to daycare. I pick up my children around 4:35. Caleb greets me with an enthusiastic, "Mommy! Mommy! Mommy! Mommy!" and hug nearly every day. He pulls me to show me whatever he is playing with inside or out. Then I read the note about Caleb's day on the door for parents, and next I read about Mollie and Will's day on the counter, letting me know when they ate, pooped, slept and played:) We usually have a great day, with naps occasionally being off. I make at least two trips to the car to get everyone buckled in and to bring home the empty milk bottles and dirty cloth diapers.<br>
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We get home usually at 5:00 and Josh usually is home minutes before us. He usually helps carry everyone in and sometimes Will and Mollie are taking a cat nap from the lulling 5 minute drive home. We let them sleep for a bit if that's the case, and then we unload them and stack the carseats. Josh and I update each other on our day, and ask Caleb about his. We change diapers and throw a load of them in the wash. At about 5:30 I prep and feed the babies their solids, followed by a bottle while Josh makes the rest of us dinner. We all have usually eaten by 6:15 and then play for the next hour. I usually pump at 6:30pm. Shortly after 7:00 babies get PJs on and a bottle. They are in their cribs by 7:30. Then Caleb gets 30 minutes with us alone. Usually it involves puzzles, blocks, and books. Maybe some iPad time if we've "had a day" and are just all wanting to snuggle.<div><br></div><div>We are blessed; my mom comes almost every Wednesday to help out and love on her grand babies. By the time I get home the living room is vacuumed, usually a few other rooms as well. Laundry is folded and/or a load is going in the washer and recycling is all flattened/crushed and in the outside bin. She stays to help with bath time, which is always an assembly line. Just one more set of hands, and a 1 to 1 ratio for 3 hours makes life so much easier! Thanks Oma! </div><div>
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Josh and I take turns putting Caleb to sleep at 8:00pm. If it's my turn it includes 5-10 minutes of snuggling in bed. I'll take every opportunity to snuggle I can. There's lots of kisses and hugs, and our bedtime prayers.<br>
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After Caleb is asleep we are beat. We usually watch something we've recorded. We get the things done that must get done (a load of laundry, dishes, toys picked up somewhat, etc) and then I pump at 9:30pm or 10:00pn. After pumping I wash dishes from dinner if I haven't already and my pumping dishes. We head to bed and I am happy if the clock does not say 11:00pm.<br>
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At least once per baby we usually have to go stick a Nuk back in during our night's sleep, but sometimes they treat us to a quiet night. Teeth throw a curve ball in there too, and some nights are not so pleasant. But we usually find the trick and get babies calm, if not asleep, within a handful of minutes. Abd at 5:00am my alarm sounds again...starting the next day.<br>
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Throw in a run to the grocery store at least once during the week, a meeting or obligation, as well as maybe a kidless trip to somewhere for a bit of time turned "off." Once a month I have book club and once a month I have Multiple Blessings, a support group of moms of multiples.<br>
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I write this down to not evoke pity or to whine, but rather feel accomplished. Josh and I do this Monday-Friday with love and a sense of pride in our jobs and family. We know we aren't perfect. There are times we scrape by, and others where we throw in a great family walk, a drive to visit someone with all 5 of us, or even eat at a restaurant! We don't do that though unless we are with more adults than children. :)<br>
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We're on a strict budget so we find fun in the small things and deals. We take pictures and videos of our kids milestones and we whisper over Caleb's head about cute things he says and does. At night we enjoy a show together and kiss goodnight.<br>
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Every day is a gift and I am grateful....I am also exhausted. This is a phase, a sleepless phase.</div>J B Miller Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03496124889397338496noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2768545857393167823.post-11397314592944170132014-10-17T12:08:00.002-05:002014-10-17T12:08:58.052-05:00Fall colors<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
We took a family photo shoot at Indian Lake near Mt Kato. I took a few but then Josh took over. I then edited and we have some great shots of the kids. It was impossible to get all three kids looking and not eating leaves, but it gave us the giggles:)</div>
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J B Miller Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03496124889397338496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2768545857393167823.post-15427171416826984212014-10-17T10:59:00.002-05:002014-10-17T10:59:56.465-05:00Back at workFirst off, babies are doing great at daycare. They have adjusted so well and we know they are getting wonderful care from Amy. Caleb loves them there and is quick to tell anyone they are his babies!<br />
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I'm back teaching after a long break. I went on bedrest in the middle of January and have not taught since. I did a few tutoring sessions, but nothing in the classroom. It's a lot like riding a bike and you just get right back in the saddle. However, teaching with three kids to care for at home means every minute counts every where. I pump and work at my desk during my prep and after school. When I'm not tethered I'm running around, gathering materials needed for lessons and making copies. It is constant motion. It was like this before, but it's more intense now because if I bring work home, it is not likely to get done like it did before.<br />
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When I'm home I'm rotating baths, loads of laundry, and cutting finger and toenails. Luckily Josh has taken over much of supper preparation as my brain is loaded to the max. We're playing games with Caleb, and trying to make memories of giggles and happiness with our children. It's combination of intentional activity with a few breaks to just rest. When we finally head to bed it takes us no time to fall asleep. I'm not complaining, I'm just describing our new normal. It's full of blessings, challenges, and a necessity for a sense of humor. We love our kids, each other, and the many blessings God has bestowed upon us.<br />
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But I have never worked so hard in my life. Period.J B Miller Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03496124889397338496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2768545857393167823.post-43806728103992154632014-09-07T00:28:00.001-05:002014-10-13T03:26:03.902-05:00July 20 week<div>My 5 month olds are pretty sweet! The interaction is growing and so fun too watch!</div><div><br></div><div>Great Grandpa and Uroma Harjes came for a visit. Grandpa Bill and Will had some bonding time:-) Caleb loved reading with Great Grandpa and then showed him his toys. The train set is a big hit!</div><div><br></div><div>Caleb went to the dentist for the first time and had a great report. He let them count his teeth and poke a bit to check everything but he did NOT like the powered toothbrush. We'll try again next time. 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I fortunately found out about these private swimming lessons at a home in North Mankato. Caleb gets one-on-one instruction in a heated outdoor pool and I can stay or take a walk with the babies. No locker room with a double stroller to worry about. Phew!<br>
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My nephew Eli, and his cousin Sophia came twice this week to help with Mollie and Will at the lessons. It was nice to have my hands free to take pictures of Caleb and cheer him on. </div>
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Tuesday I primed and painted Caleb's bedroom ceiling. Caleb is moving to our old bedroom. He got to pick out the color we would paint it. He chose Granny Smith Apple Green. </div>
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Date night! Our Childcare provider, Amy, gifted Josh and me a 3 hour date! </div>
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Wednesday was the first time all three kids went to daycare for a half day. I wanted to get painting done I figured it would be good to slowly introduce them to Amy's house. I got the first coat done and my kids got loved on, despite Will having a fussy time.</div>
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My mom came to help and I got the second coat done. Woohoo! Caleb really knows how to pick a color. Bunk beds from my parents and a few random pieces of furniture, and Caleb has a new room! To officially celebrate the new room, we got Caleb a train set and made a train table on wheels for in his room. </div><div><br></div><div>I think we scored! His new room is a big hit. He slept great the first night and every night since! He's my big boy! </div><div><br></div><div>This Thursday we went to Songs on the Lawn too. It was great to be outside and enjoy live music. Babies were adorable and Caleb had fun playing:)</div><div><br></div><div>Daddy left for a long weekend fishing trip. To hold down the fort I had the busiest days of the summer somehow! Friday evening was the kiddie parade with Multiple Blessings in North Mankato. We were minions from Despicable Me. I choose to be Professor Nefario from the movie:) Oma and Grandpa helped luckily! </div><div><br></div><div>Saturday my friend Molly, from Gustavus, came to visit with her almost 3 year and baby. Caleb and Ben played so well together, or sharing toys near one another. :) I wish we had gotten a picture of them. Instead we grabbed a picture of the babies who were cute together.</div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Sunday I got together with some friends from college at a park in Eden Prairie. With all our kids in tow we were quite the crew! So good to see so many wonderful friends!! </span><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">On the way I stopped to pick up my cousin Amy to help with Caleb at the park. We got some time with my aunt and uncle too:) They enjoyed the baby snuggles! </span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Whew!</span></div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkCMFECNTsZTa9w6luyPRLHSO34BzlXh350MFRX3kOHnG3GAcxyQlFCFKIkTiO_CdLH4gjVsZ8m6J4YTOW2eyzriMmalKo3sMK3NwVbdWjUJLeQXtuQYH-fgyWXJ_jBXlT0x235FtKOIng/s640/blogger-image--1870383785.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkCMFECNTsZTa9w6luyPRLHSO34BzlXh350MFRX3kOHnG3GAcxyQlFCFKIkTiO_CdLH4gjVsZ8m6J4YTOW2eyzriMmalKo3sMK3NwVbdWjUJLeQXtuQYH-fgyWXJ_jBXlT0x235FtKOIng/s640/blogger-image--1870383785.jpg"></a></div></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Swimming with teacher Jonathan- scoop, scoop, scoop!</div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4ryYioyPGYR70bpvUAVxFn4pigXZh4H03uvUyZTgGKcJG_5JRISLXb6z7Eq3sUN59sNhFz7qvtkRez7XUgECgCgaH3to5ovePTJg7lDRz5mBwjo3tDEaaIddrrKaGrIwljmrvzPA84xE-/s640/blogger-image--499051429.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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Before we could celebrate we had a bit of a scare. Caleb had a bad cough. This paired with Mollie and William getting over colds, and Josh having a tickle in his throat and myself having a headache, we thought it best to get Caleb in to see the doctor. We also called a mold specialist to check our basement and hired a company to clean our furnace and fumigate and clean our vents. We got a dry filter in the furnace as soon as we could after the flooding but we were nervous that something could be in the air. July 2 we took Caleb to the doctor and they believe it is viral, and it would be a bit early to tell if it is mold related. They gave us some medicine to help open his airways so he didn't have to work so hard to breath. Caleb was so great at the doctor. He was ready to open his mouth, asked to have them check his blood pressure and look in his ears. He liked all the things they did at his 3 year check up, he was ready for it again! haha!<br>
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Well we decided that to be safe, I packed up the kids and stayed at my parents Wednesday night and Thursday night. Packing them up, unloading, and taking care of my kids in not my home was a bit stressful. Despite being at my parents, they weren't really there. My stepdad is an interim pastor in Walnut Grove and my mom camped in their trailer this week with him. While I stayed at my parents, Josh worked hard at tearing out the final paneling, which behind he did find some trapped moisture. He sprayed down and cleaned the walls too. Thank goodness I have a wonderful and handy husband! He's such a hard worker. I wish he wasn't worked so hard though.<div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdnOE_R0pQuxkhl7q90eZfTCqjdDwCEOuyLFCVjPr1dy9_G6MgDrT1ZSl1vgONIPlaYymNHL1uhVhoG4tZdeUBRQMbG_zhGHEJWtdvnF-OyvAg8SUT9vGrn5DnU_oP7Ta-CD9s-cSNFtFY/s640/blogger-image-387444882.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdnOE_R0pQuxkhl7q90eZfTCqjdDwCEOuyLFCVjPr1dy9_G6MgDrT1ZSl1vgONIPlaYymNHL1uhVhoG4tZdeUBRQMbG_zhGHEJWtdvnF-OyvAg8SUT9vGrn5DnU_oP7Ta-CD9s-cSNFtFY/s640/blogger-image-387444882.jpg"></a></div>
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We came home the morning of July 4th though because we had a tradition to partake in. Our neighborhood in west Mankato has an annual neighborhood parade. It starts at Dotson Park and makes a small loop. There is a police car, color guard, and fire truck that lead the parade. Families, dogs, kids, etc then follow with decorated wagons, bikes, strollers, and pets. People on the side who watch throw candy in to the street for the kids to pick up as they walk the route. It's super cute. It's been going on well over 40 years, and started with just a couple of families almost 60 years ago!<br>
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On the way there, Caleb was interviewed for the radio. You can find his adorable interview here: <a href="http://ktoe.com/common/page.php?feed=121&id=10471&is_corp=1">http://ktoe.com/common/page.php?feed=121&id=10471&is_corp=1</a> So cute!<br>
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We came home and enjoyed some time in our home together again. <br>
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Then we went back and had supper at Oma & Grandpa Alms' house with Oma & Grandpa, Uroma & Great Grandpa Harjes, great Grandpa Alms, Lauren, Krista, Garrett & Kayla, and our 5.<br>
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After supper Caleb played frisbee golf and other games outside. As it got darker Caleb held his first sparkler! Prior to this he had been a bit scared. Then he caught lightning bugs. He was very excited and he called Papa to tell him and ran to Grandpa to show him!</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuk1bjtULc-7B7ZJ-09ilISNVWaHlJNqnUfoSWlg77ewo2jTZReHij01E3CoxRwb5RHFGuuUOCpA59ADdTE148GJ7vSwn7AWYXjlt0aVcKREzYl_1wM80cCJ9b6QlE5p0P4AVvBUd_fkQc/s640/blogger-image-1015160175.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuk1bjtULc-7B7ZJ-09ilISNVWaHlJNqnUfoSWlg77ewo2jTZReHij01E3CoxRwb5RHFGuuUOCpA59ADdTE148GJ7vSwn7AWYXjlt0aVcKREzYl_1wM80cCJ9b6QlE5p0P4AVvBUd_fkQc/s640/blogger-image-1015160175.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiC1cdRz9WfXhIhKLLz8wBu7HAlYeGTObU0w2UiLtq1MV7aQy2_Ysaisnj4kgoTnc8k9Vl8lRBxJdY3Nfsq0sK4x7d_T01SCE6wwyfhQeg1IL_pQNtF5IZeUmujylkC1wH-0Zz073x-HCry/s640/blogger-image-3632924.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiC1cdRz9WfXhIhKLLz8wBu7HAlYeGTObU0w2UiLtq1MV7aQy2_Ysaisnj4kgoTnc8k9Vl8lRBxJdY3Nfsq0sK4x7d_T01SCE6wwyfhQeg1IL_pQNtF5IZeUmujylkC1wH-0Zz073x-HCry/s640/blogger-image-3632924.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div><br>
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Grandpa Gene loves fireworks and this year he gave us a great show. Despite the sprinkling rain, we enjoyed some beautiful flashes of flight. Mollie and William were even outside for part of them. Caleb loved them!<br>
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</div>J B Miller Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03496124889397338496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2768545857393167823.post-13215879516015168272014-07-19T22:40:00.003-05:002014-08-31T07:28:18.964-05:00June is busy!June has really been busy!<br>
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We traveled to Willmar for our niece, Sami's, graduation party. This was her first time meeting the babies. I didn't really hold Mollie and Will for the next 3 hours. They were being adored by others:) Caleb instead wanted to be snuggled by me and I was happy to give him some undivided attention. </div>
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The family had a good trip there but again on the way home we had some fussing. It wasn't nearly as bad as last long ride, but I can tell babies have a threshold for a car ride. We'll work through it! We'll have to since we drive to Ohio this Thanksgiving.</div>
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I took Caleb to Sprouts, a preschool gardening class on June 11. It took place in the community garden. He got to plant some seeds, water plants, and bring a sunflower plant and a picked daisy home. He gave it to Nana when we got home. </div>
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For Father's Day we took Papa and Nana out for lunch at Olive Garden. We have determined that in order to have a successful, worthwhile time at a restaurant we will need to have two other adults with us until the foreseeable future. Ha! Between feeding babies bottles and taking Caleb to the bathroom, we were busy and trying to eat our food when it was hot. Everyone was good, it's just a lot to do.<br>
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We came home for a nap and some down time, and then we headed out to Oma and Grandpa's house for supper. My aunt and her family (The Knowles) were there from Ohio. It was great for them to meet Mollie and Will. I wish they lived closer. But luckily we usually get to see them when we go to Ohio for Josh's family visits too. Caleb played the corn hole game and had a blast. Again my main job was babies, but luckily there were plenty of people that wanted to hold and snuggle babies between feedings.</div>
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June 16 & 17 I had a reading training so Caleb went to daycare and Nana watched Mollie and Will at our house. The training went well but I have a lot to figure out yet before I teach it in the fall. Pumping during short breaks and lunches was a bit stressful. I hated missing some of the training but there wasn't enough time to pump in our breaks alone. It's difficult to be a working mom!</div><div><br></div><div>I got a mom haircut though. I chopped 7 inches off! Feels so good...I love it!</div><div><br></div>
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June 18 during a 5am feeding I told Josh he may want to check the basement. It had been raining all night. He came back up and said, "I wasn't expecting that when I went downstairs." Turns out my intuition was correct...10" of water! Josh started a pump but we could hardly keep up with it, let alone get ahead. Things were floating and others had gotten buoyant and then spilled. So frustrating! Water continued to come up our floor drain through Thursday morning. Josh called the city and they pumped our storm sewer. I guess there was a clog. Family came and helped pull things out of the basement. We had a dumpster dropped off and started to fill it. I only cried when drying out papers and picture of my dad. Our dining room became littered with papers I rotated through to dry. </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEht-d0oUtxSo2jnQ-w8BRC68WMeHgxcjElSgutE5w_eX6MsbIY1rjKC_nmA1k0rIuEpm69oUcJCJWu5eyHBdbFSgpHdAbDgFwx3eKATsuXNFbYuuKT08af8afF6gUckV9yylro71X7hpqYT/s640/blogger-image-1548719328.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEht-d0oUtxSo2jnQ-w8BRC68WMeHgxcjElSgutE5w_eX6MsbIY1rjKC_nmA1k0rIuEpm69oUcJCJWu5eyHBdbFSgpHdAbDgFwx3eKATsuXNFbYuuKT08af8afF6gUckV9yylro71X7hpqYT/s640/blogger-image-1548719328.jpg"></a></div></div><div><br></div>
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June 19: Josie's prayer meeting. Josie is leaving for a 6 week mission trip tomorrow. We are so excited for our niece. Her faith and servant heart has led her to a mission trip in Costa Rica. She doesn't speak Spanish or play soccer, but she will embody Jesus and they will see His light through her. We had a prayer meeting tonight with her to send her off.</div>
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Saturday the 21st was Swedefest at Bernadotte. I decided not to take all three kids somewhere again for a little bit so Caleb got babysat at the Bruns (a family friend) home. Caleb swam three times in their small pool. He had a blast. Meanwhile, my sister Krista and I went to Swedefest with Mollie and William. I wanted to introduce the babies to my mom's friends and my late grandmother's friends. I got a lot of shocked faces from my grandmother's friends when they found out I had twins:) My mom's friends have seen most of the pictures and updates on Facebook, so they were just happy to hold the babies in person.</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaEVIoWc6d6SQxGbViA1Yq1yRo4rtWvvPkumeNpuSdFIBosC3dLJPkHoxPrkEA3UqnQoQ7sq5ntbeLRFBpCpiFZzd3q2Tb0L69fMPPYXjAV23aoGb7rKs3p4YUJ27Odx3q0kM2kF2OiUji/s640/blogger-image--355780021.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaEVIoWc6d6SQxGbViA1Yq1yRo4rtWvvPkumeNpuSdFIBosC3dLJPkHoxPrkEA3UqnQoQ7sq5ntbeLRFBpCpiFZzd3q2Tb0L69fMPPYXjAV23aoGb7rKs3p4YUJ27Odx3q0kM2kF2OiUji/s640/blogger-image--355780021.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnfia7Tkok8IthCebEi7Byjz2lIs3A6EY6fLaXq9SXdenYL7WMArJDBhW3hWxoZlpqs3qBfOFzBMvj_1GBxV1VhEqHIIiEWUd-11Y0l-sXDMfKNJIUAfHGW7W9cE1rwwpK9ROFMEaAvkgY/s640/blogger-image-1991391304.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnfia7Tkok8IthCebEi7Byjz2lIs3A6EY6fLaXq9SXdenYL7WMArJDBhW3hWxoZlpqs3qBfOFzBMvj_1GBxV1VhEqHIIiEWUd-11Y0l-sXDMfKNJIUAfHGW7W9cE1rwwpK9ROFMEaAvkgY/s640/blogger-image-1991391304.jpg"></a></div><br>
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Sunday Great Uncle Tom and Great Aunt Cheryl came to help with some of the flood clean up. So grateful! I was able to organize some things while Cheryl watched babies and played with Caleb. She went by Cher-Bear and played Monsters with Caleb. He had a ball! Tom wiped down tools so they wouldn't rust. Tedious work, and grateful someone could help out with the work to be done.<br>
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The rest of June got us in to a rhythm and we enjoyed some "leisure" days. Nothing all that leisure about three young children, but we were going out and about. Aunt Lauren came the last Saturday of the month to gift 12 hours of help. It was my birthday gift. She was so generous to give that time. We used it too. I had a google doc that was a little daunting but we slayed it! It felt good to get some projects done that had been hanging over my head! Especially with the flood clean up and bedroom changes!<br>
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J B Miller Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03496124889397338496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2768545857393167823.post-80417415025250832782014-06-26T09:50:00.000-05:002014-07-04T07:25:46.973-05:00End of the school yearIt is the first week of June and the last week of school. I'm not there but I know the many activities and excitement are filling these days. Every year Bridges has a huge All School Picnic. I was bummed not to attend but outdoors (Jack McGowan's Farm) for a long period of time with the babies wasn't something I felt I was quite ready for by myself and a porta-potty. I thought about it but it rained all weekend and I wasn't sure the double stroller would handle the terrain well.<br>
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J B Miller Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03496124889397338496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2768545857393167823.post-6142571412092477122014-06-06T22:09:00.000-05:002014-06-10T23:50:25.864-05:00Out with a bang<div>Sunday, May 25, we had a family evening at Nana and Papa's. Josie had a friend visiting and she requested a family bonfire. Josh even got me some rice milk chocolate so I could have s'mores! Caleb once again enjoyed being outside. </div><div><br></div>May 26th was Memorial Day. We went to Scandian Grove to place the Monson planter on the plot. I volunteered for this duty at a reunion a couple years ago. At the time I had no children, but it's even more special to go with my kids now. I am really intrigued with family history.<div><br>
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May 30th I had a special birthday date with my sister and two college friends. Megan and I were roommates freshman and sophomore year. Anna and I became friends sophomore year. Both are dear to me and I am glad we have been able to keep in touch. <div><br></div><div>We ate dinner at The Republic near Lake Calhoun. It is owned by my friend's husband Matty. I've wanted to go forever. It was delicious!! Afters dinner we walked to a grocery store to buy Oreos. Thank goodness they are dairy free. </div><div><br></div><div>We did some pictures, some with clean teeth and others not so clean! It gave us the giggles.</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnH2NjInkAbJLffRI06s9ICIhUkBv91UT8HIC-TmPxC0i4ugonjBW0VPFrjgcA4QogJTDxZ5OwuANFfLBZQC2KpqQAVbJb1JG9dyRpPYz1EITvDAlEleMLpQMlHFtLUzfly6POW_H0cqjc/s640/blogger-image-1683588582.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnH2NjInkAbJLffRI06s9ICIhUkBv91UT8HIC-TmPxC0i4ugonjBW0VPFrjgcA4QogJTDxZ5OwuANFfLBZQC2KpqQAVbJb1JG9dyRpPYz1EITvDAlEleMLpQMlHFtLUzfly6POW_H0cqjc/s640/blogger-image-1683588582.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWkhYTQBY7s3UcNKR78AUl4ErDgoJTssafX4TGF47qKHL7W3aC9Erx2n4gVwSj9byQe2QC-omQnWKKjRglI59Hip2-1Q7R00U9R4w1jNXJO9Kzf-lJto4ExTn3pbDmoXI3N8v1UkePGFIC/s640/blogger-image--2070207817.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWkhYTQBY7s3UcNKR78AUl4ErDgoJTssafX4TGF47qKHL7W3aC9Erx2n4gVwSj9byQe2QC-omQnWKKjRglI59Hip2-1Q7R00U9R4w1jNXJO9Kzf-lJto4ExTn3pbDmoXI3N8v1UkePGFIC/s640/blogger-image--2070207817.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-fgCCBci2m8UvMRcltfMeeHqc7cmlpxCrYHoM-ytH4x6MaDJisoiHTzZ-aqPJTw3BSomGHBCi303OyBObbTvgtl8_7aCAnaEDk79pEgFCS8VSa2yJLo6UbXzW9vHVvbsk2RPzRiyhCaWC/s640/blogger-image-180689813.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-fgCCBci2m8UvMRcltfMeeHqc7cmlpxCrYHoM-ytH4x6MaDJisoiHTzZ-aqPJTw3BSomGHBCi303OyBObbTvgtl8_7aCAnaEDk79pEgFCS8VSa2yJLo6UbXzW9vHVvbsk2RPzRiyhCaWC/s640/blogger-image-180689813.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisBEgherLSvLLR-0iOgbUPJtUYYEGUfLVSudmHbPdo6GXoHfKBGAqRpVV6HQSvta0quVYtTQWJR3Vb365MU7jdQ30TukQ4s5cwFI2PEKVPEpbkD7iiOZWaXMPfaGHbh73tU4JSMosiye9j/s640/blogger-image-1558507715.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisBEgherLSvLLR-0iOgbUPJtUYYEGUfLVSudmHbPdo6GXoHfKBGAqRpVV6HQSvta0quVYtTQWJR3Vb365MU7jdQ30TukQ4s5cwFI2PEKVPEpbkD7iiOZWaXMPfaGHbh73tU4JSMosiye9j/s640/blogger-image-1558507715.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgn_PoQ-hR_9W0SCCQDK0id9-lNpo95xoQ9ykTUJozjyGB-SnaUUAN9xBl5fV_ws0Q9PFu9p7f5s0d9fNMt2VYtFzAyA5OTg5Q2Wh7lLUod6VVnU1tsp-zjUez_jwcnTSN0JDQHs0aKuewW/s640/blogger-image--1244466798.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgn_PoQ-hR_9W0SCCQDK0id9-lNpo95xoQ9ykTUJozjyGB-SnaUUAN9xBl5fV_ws0Q9PFu9p7f5s0d9fNMt2VYtFzAyA5OTg5Q2Wh7lLUod6VVnU1tsp-zjUez_jwcnTSN0JDQHs0aKuewW/s640/blogger-image--1244466798.jpg"></a></div><br></div></div></div>J B Miller Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03496124889397338496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2768545857393167823.post-4101265021006683972014-06-06T22:07:00.000-05:002014-06-07T19:25:37.167-05:00May 12-16<div>This week I actually had a social life. People to see almost every day. </div><div><br></div><div>Monday Caleb came home from daycare with a high fever. No wonder he woke from his nap Sunday out of sorts. He was probably already coming down with something then. He did cry out once in the night to go to the bathroom. He was drenched in sweat. Fever broke. I kept him home Tuesday just as a precaution though. </div>On Tuesday my friend Jen brought me lunch from Culvers. She and her son came and hung out with me and the kids. Her son Max just finished preschool so Caleb and him played nicely. I was able to take a quick shower too!<div>Then my mother in law came so I could go to an after school meeting. It was the last site council meeting of the year and the agenda was something I wanted to be present for. <br><br><div>Wednesday, my friends and professors from Gustavus, Jill and Mary, brought me a salad from Panera and a book and outfits for Mollie and William. They each took a baby and I was able to eat with two hands! It was great to catch up with them! Two phenomenal teachers and women!</div><div><br>On Thursday my aunt Cheryl came so I could get something done. I got 5 spindles and the first post stained on the banister upstairs. What a tedious task! But I was very grateful to have some fairly uninterrupted work time. She enjoyed smiles from Mollie on the changing table and interacting with Will. </div><div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUl1PIqSKlq4H16pmKU53MSi95094-ohFW0U9Tk7Nw0zH2sxiQGejloON0LxLSes_y_IEfxYKaGlrFiT8BXNG4LeVxPsPmV7TdazaGarraF9d7edWVumWtPcVcAGrgBiWvGDB88GZf9zWD/s640/blogger-image--1158665514.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUl1PIqSKlq4H16pmKU53MSi95094-ohFW0U9Tk7Nw0zH2sxiQGejloON0LxLSes_y_IEfxYKaGlrFiT8BXNG4LeVxPsPmV7TdazaGarraF9d7edWVumWtPcVcAGrgBiWvGDB88GZf9zWD/s640/blogger-image--1158665514.jpg"></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuDJIxVHkO-qkRinENI3M6LPkSboCHoI3Fv7P2ZxsDLV7x_cUmyR3SHBGXKHQVb3auR9mIXr8Mc5Z7Pzw6QaIa4bhjX3Xv3ILg1XDMLRAd8VHn9wm_w0avP0j-9fWM-_wL9OiKqcQ4KJbi/s640/blogger-image-1837174459.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuDJIxVHkO-qkRinENI3M6LPkSboCHoI3Fv7P2ZxsDLV7x_cUmyR3SHBGXKHQVb3auR9mIXr8Mc5Z7Pzw6QaIa4bhjX3Xv3ILg1XDMLRAd8VHn9wm_w0avP0j-9fWM-_wL9OiKqcQ4KJbi/s640/blogger-image-1837174459.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAv7YXpAC3dbiSllLwEuLLV0zv8Df-JVeOcIU6Lgiemk1dBeA9YkP0NhBwg5iw-B2aq1PWM8zVPvWv0e07Z41JZjQqhlYK2AA87uat1KSWsm4pRXnEQBgCkO9VPHzvGtglh6Vsz8yH3uyD/s640/blogger-image--1633431601.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAv7YXpAC3dbiSllLwEuLLV0zv8Df-JVeOcIU6Lgiemk1dBeA9YkP0NhBwg5iw-B2aq1PWM8zVPvWv0e07Z41JZjQqhlYK2AA87uat1KSWsm4pRXnEQBgCkO9VPHzvGtglh6Vsz8yH3uyD/s640/blogger-image--1633431601.jpg"></a></div> Selfies</div><div>Good news came on Friday at Mollie's appointment with the audiologist. She passed her hearing test finally! It must have been fluid and it finally moved and freed itself up. Praise God! </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg81e1_W2ItuXk2tq9WAxIZEdm_wJHNIsIgX1PkYJVhAmLgItl5GiRhjH0Y2X9PCA1TU9Ysq5VX13S72idv0hyw6VHy15SLWXV8RGUSLAWm8A99APLNJU1I_t4Bz3QjDYN8tlJEK0aHZmN7/s640/blogger-image--560067309.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg81e1_W2ItuXk2tq9WAxIZEdm_wJHNIsIgX1PkYJVhAmLgItl5GiRhjH0Y2X9PCA1TU9Ysq5VX13S72idv0hyw6VHy15SLWXV8RGUSLAWm8A99APLNJU1I_t4Bz3QjDYN8tlJEK0aHZmN7/s640/blogger-image--560067309.jpg"></a></div>She can hear us. It's on paper! </div><div><br>
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<br></div></div>J B Miller Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03496124889397338496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2768545857393167823.post-69760920174913333102014-06-06T22:05:00.001-05:002014-06-07T11:19:03.791-05:00Mother's DayAgenda for Mother's Day: Brunch with Millers, naps, and supper with Monson Alms. It's all about eating and sleeping:)<div><br></div><div>We had pancakes with Nama, Papa, Aunt Boogie (Jess) and Lincoln at Nana and Papa's house. Josh was the expert griddle cook. We found some dairy free batter for me, added bacon and strawberries too. Yummy! We hung out there until a little after 1:00 and then headed home for some short naps. </div><div><br></div><div>After nap time we went to Oma and Grandpa's house. Caleb woke up a bit rough and was a bit clingy. Between the babies and Caleb we had our hands full. Good birth control for my younger siblings:-) My grandparents from Green Isle were able to come, as well as Garrett and Kayla. Kayla actually did some dairy free shopping at Trader Joes. Kayla has celiac disease, is allergic to dairy and Red dye 40. I have new appreciation for her and a bit of a better understanding as to her struggle with food labels, restaurants, and get-togethers. </div><div><br></div><div>I appreciate all this time with family. I know many are far from loved ones. It is a blessing I try not to take for granted. </div><div><br></div><div>We got home and I got a picture with my 3 wonderful children! </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNmleFWqs7ifKiVIZHP5oqnhuiZWR74G7eAMvzd6HnXcuQ_AB5jpTLtB25xtvGy-NpTlHJwJTSRiNFqBk2bP0L-6riGE-7dKeTEIwQfa4UR-YzmKLIJ-IDc1VQGExa0d1CXHPip9JGIAIF/s640/blogger-image-805947950.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNmleFWqs7ifKiVIZHP5oqnhuiZWR74G7eAMvzd6HnXcuQ_AB5jpTLtB25xtvGy-NpTlHJwJTSRiNFqBk2bP0L-6riGE-7dKeTEIwQfa4UR-YzmKLIJ-IDc1VQGExa0d1CXHPip9JGIAIF/s640/blogger-image-805947950.jpg"></a></div><div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPyV0GtCMO8dk69O4NFOLiMLe9_R1Jdy0rcPDHyQlsNERRaiB-OtQKmD_4GaMyayaBLyRaiCPAyLIrweMbD0zmKRXzjphp32Dhr5vs1SnsN5UZYp2GnjHFu1qJTxXU7sY131cbro03jYMo/s640/blogger-image-1963603439.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPyV0GtCMO8dk69O4NFOLiMLe9_R1Jdy0rcPDHyQlsNERRaiB-OtQKmD_4GaMyayaBLyRaiCPAyLIrweMbD0zmKRXzjphp32Dhr5vs1SnsN5UZYp2GnjHFu1qJTxXU7sY131cbro03jYMo/s640/blogger-image-1963603439.jpg"></a></div><br>
And get Woody in there too. He counts=4 kids!<br>
<br></div>J B Miller Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03496124889397338496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2768545857393167823.post-30488727022748086722014-06-06T22:04:00.000-05:002014-06-07T11:03:45.160-05:00Single parentJosh is in sales and so he travels on day trips in the area to customers. He does have some customer at greater distances though. So this first week of May he needed to do an overnight trip in Iowa. Luckily my mom could take Caleb and I had support on and off with Mollie and William. I was very tired after the first night on my own, but luckily the next morning my mother in law came and I could take a nap.<br>
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Single parenting twins cannot be easy. I know some women do it, but I would not wish it upon anyone. I am thankful I have a spouse and circles of support around us.<br>
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While Josh was gone I went to Target with Mollie and William to get a baby shower gift for a co-worker. I technically had more time before the next feeding, but they had had enough. Will made sure everyone knew I had babies at the checkout line. After school Josie came and babysat so I could go to the shower. It was nice to connect with my female co-workers. I also had divinity for the first time. YUM! Glad to find out that's a dairy free treat!<br>
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Josh came home a day early. Woohoo! So it was only two days and 1.5 nights alone. So glad to have him home and the family all together.<br>
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Then on Friday the 9th I got my spa day. Glorious! A massage, facial, and pedicure. So wonderful!<br>
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Here are some pictures from the week:<div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidyNSvidivHTZLXsRDH_VzstDmHCN6WGL3vs0NvSvzXn91DBm4t-tUN7vwbIy0KqKP1NJmHEyl-fkokPhvZ6aLhLspPiIrEanjKN8z2xcIVujHsP-No0Sgotl2zOo3DmpjJiM6Hfja2t5_/s640/blogger-image-1580403093.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidyNSvidivHTZLXsRDH_VzstDmHCN6WGL3vs0NvSvzXn91DBm4t-tUN7vwbIy0KqKP1NJmHEyl-fkokPhvZ6aLhLspPiIrEanjKN8z2xcIVujHsP-No0Sgotl2zOo3DmpjJiM6Hfja2t5_/s640/blogger-image-1580403093.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">They are getting big for me to hold two at once!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmTHTVMS_erYhMkIKoS3HcUD0qaquzJP9SVbx5Q7G0eD8EdmzBhV-Iz8gt6xf5Uvnw85VizZ5JI4eeAE8-CKVfKDTx0HovV-FDmm5nFRj3U5G732bMEURgXlWkIU8XLRJts43UttojOfB9/s640/blogger-image--460675688.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmTHTVMS_erYhMkIKoS3HcUD0qaquzJP9SVbx5Q7G0eD8EdmzBhV-Iz8gt6xf5Uvnw85VizZ5JI4eeAE8-CKVfKDTx0HovV-FDmm5nFRj3U5G732bMEURgXlWkIU8XLRJts43UttojOfB9/s640/blogger-image--460675688.jpg"></a></div>William has perfected the lower lip! Ack!</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoKz1mmOelzHYnaqMQB5NwQk_MY3_7cWmzTwD8SmzmVe2Vg-Yo31xK55gR2PusGwANkgzn2WzAsIM-xYNtbgFCW4_to6bXS1tx9IPcHOU9-T8EJPWyH7wq9Ux4XFdVV21E-5C8EGc2vjQC/s640/blogger-image-342042960.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoKz1mmOelzHYnaqMQB5NwQk_MY3_7cWmzTwD8SmzmVe2Vg-Yo31xK55gR2PusGwANkgzn2WzAsIM-xYNtbgFCW4_to6bXS1tx9IPcHOU9-T8EJPWyH7wq9Ux4XFdVV21E-5C8EGc2vjQC/s640/blogger-image-342042960.jpg"></a></div>My student, Brielle, and her mom brought me a huge salad!</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-MJb0QIRrWnyTpIfdhg3OHYivAr0e8W5G9zMuwIB65VB_4AWO_fM8eo60Ena5gcjJF5YFH-Qj0xckGdbRqjH3W7tqvzFw8DBxedGuLK1uaXAfnzppDngVy4wYGWbOov6lEH-ldPEnZPO0/s640/blogger-image--1634205177.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-MJb0QIRrWnyTpIfdhg3OHYivAr0e8W5G9zMuwIB65VB_4AWO_fM8eo60Ena5gcjJF5YFH-Qj0xckGdbRqjH3W7tqvzFw8DBxedGuLK1uaXAfnzppDngVy4wYGWbOov6lEH-ldPEnZPO0/s640/blogger-image--1634205177.jpg"></a></div>Really, Mom?!</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEis5S4bGhqbFuPL5uE5NH3rmJ_T-c2B1aCo7hKDUn_H3TMb9XUfR7c6HFcCpoBYs9DPyyc42wFFYEtWjHIofT2lcQn368ba7MJRvqrhQmJjhE58AdEscBWpkpCIIQnloIIUEg1pIqt2H_co/s640/blogger-image-231769744.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEis5S4bGhqbFuPL5uE5NH3rmJ_T-c2B1aCo7hKDUn_H3TMb9XUfR7c6HFcCpoBYs9DPyyc42wFFYEtWjHIofT2lcQn368ba7MJRvqrhQmJjhE58AdEscBWpkpCIIQnloIIUEg1pIqt2H_co/s640/blogger-image-231769744.jpg"></a></div>William's all clean!</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFGIKZunDsSCjJix0TCMJvzF7zTgP4Zib86CWwp1e06Q-i4NRON8nF8y7WYziQ-hOdS9wfmzXLwF6zuSO_pWiJHtRPWcNlQImuHbijV1tvOQwDUgL2fguxj-V2FkVcGK7CglGCYLN-Xavl/s640/blogger-image--1892487978.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFGIKZunDsSCjJix0TCMJvzF7zTgP4Zib86CWwp1e06Q-i4NRON8nF8y7WYziQ-hOdS9wfmzXLwF6zuSO_pWiJHtRPWcNlQImuHbijV1tvOQwDUgL2fguxj-V2FkVcGK7CglGCYLN-Xavl/s640/blogger-image--1892487978.jpg"></a></div>Mollie's all clean!</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_6H7Y5ozel40Er799_sW_Bw0ludgx8PzyXXt8-rrkVXLM0dXzLK4KS01lrjF66h4qshPhqNZ93odBY0Zr4s2oB5CJY_eBWgiCV_hzncVPSM4ObMaszykTI2s7yFR85oxSM3cQlnU4gORi/s640/blogger-image-1407103985.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_6H7Y5ozel40Er799_sW_Bw0ludgx8PzyXXt8-rrkVXLM0dXzLK4KS01lrjF66h4qshPhqNZ93odBY0Zr4s2oB5CJY_eBWgiCV_hzncVPSM4ObMaszykTI2s7yFR85oxSM3cQlnU4gORi/s640/blogger-image-1407103985.jpg"></a></div>Caleb had a present arrive in the mail from Aunt Krista, Uncle Garrett, and Aunt Kayla! </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5gbZNU3yGtA4ILJcteuLIIDyBz5wi8DZquFGXNeCkHoVurk2M1ZaI_-1hmoJxx78pTOrLXVrYwzexQfEKsBX3yGSywy2U9503NGkP-Pw9j6MLig_vWazPer-yOK8wW3a6ri6_Ueya21NU/s640/blogger-image-1748199505.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5gbZNU3yGtA4ILJcteuLIIDyBz5wi8DZquFGXNeCkHoVurk2M1ZaI_-1hmoJxx78pTOrLXVrYwzexQfEKsBX3yGSywy2U9503NGkP-Pw9j6MLig_vWazPer-yOK8wW3a6ri6_Ueya21NU/s640/blogger-image-1748199505.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Let's snuggle!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtzqp5H1QjBpgMscn7nAXm6s93hjH1wd11IB4aAnMAEYqLkxCqir034Wvb_TAUhmQNnhhhIs6gYJLuAGYe8ZASHNYHm2QrDPI1_5Ns6q6morhH8XT2-5t-MbQL8jl4oK2yJk00O9Z153NA/s640/blogger-image--2108715768.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtzqp5H1QjBpgMscn7nAXm6s93hjH1wd11IB4aAnMAEYqLkxCqir034Wvb_TAUhmQNnhhhIs6gYJLuAGYe8ZASHNYHm2QrDPI1_5Ns6q6morhH8XT2-5t-MbQL8jl4oK2yJk00O9Z153NA/s640/blogger-image--2108715768.jpg"></a></div>This Annika! She and her sisters are big helpers when I need a little help with all 3 kids. </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeCiziVzVZXAOeOo5DUQa7Z2Lqrsf8_6TwHSUYJO0-1yttIr-ddojqFk_qc0FyXnBpQPi5tT-VeRrKjahvjUIVdQB031WzZQUYzZe_Ww149_UUUrclISfP5kl7-yzsaXpyZtg3ylCa4yna/s640/blogger-image-1085877555.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeCiziVzVZXAOeOo5DUQa7Z2Lqrsf8_6TwHSUYJO0-1yttIr-ddojqFk_qc0FyXnBpQPi5tT-VeRrKjahvjUIVdQB031WzZQUYzZe_Ww149_UUUrclISfP5kl7-yzsaXpyZtg3ylCa4yna/s640/blogger-image-1085877555.jpg"></a></div>Nice to meet you, Will. ;)</div>J B Miller Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03496124889397338496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2768545857393167823.post-47601176850868570352014-06-06T21:55:00.001-05:002014-06-07T16:47:08.835-05:00It's May!May 2: My 30th Birthday! The day started well. Mollie and Will gave me a synchronized nap time so I got to shower in peace. My cousin, Andrea, stopped by on her way to her dad's to meet Mollie and William. I haven't seen her since last summer, so it was wonderful to catch up! Then my mom brought me lunch and her co-workers, Gina and Emily, came to snuggle babies. OF course after they left Mollie and William really didn't want to NOT be held, but we found a comfortable spot to snuggle.<br>
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Caleb did a great job of wishing me a happy birthday throughout the evening. He was very sweet! I grabbed a lot of snuggles from him. <br>
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Josh planned my birthday party on Saturday, May 3rd. He made and arranged all the food to be dairy free and delicious! He even made dairy free cupcakes! Family helped with a few items and some cleaning. My step-sisters both couldn't actually make the party, but stopped by in the morning to wish me a Happy Birthday. Josh asked people to gift me 30 items of something if possible. My inlaws gave me 30 Lindt chocolate balls. That will be a great celebratory treat when I stop breast feeding and have dairy again! My parents gave me 30 books from my childhood. I remembered them so well. One I remember loving that I got from a book order in elementary school called, "Gus the Bus." I'm such a nerd:) From Josh I will have a Liv Aveda Spa Day next Friday, May 9th. Can't wait!<div><br></div><div>By the way, have I mentioned Caleb is fully potty trained. A couple days ago, a switch flipped and he tells when he needs to go. He's suddenly so old and big without the diaper changes! Way to go, Caleb!<br><div>
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Caleb loved playing with his cousins and they used Caleb's new bubble machine from my cousin Andrea. It's a good one!<br>
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The first 30 years of my life have left me feeling completely, undeservedly blessed! By age of 30 I have been married 5 years, in my career for 8 years, a homeowner, a mother of three, and surrounded by family and friends. God has been faithful! Not every day or memory I have has been pleasant or easy, but it has led me here...a very beautiful time in my life. Currently I am exhausted, but for all the right reasons. It's worth it! I pray the next decade to be full of the right kind of busy that is meaningful and full of love. Can't wait!<div><br></div><div>A few snapshots of the week:</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuohOVCB6rL6IbUYrdz-6MhBIUFhL5DW2z_Q-8pUIVtJ8_l1L5o9kydGpybWbD2cdbfKYFiTIQ2NMLdQ7FWDXapJbHsksc_akWjM72Gx8MLXXqATtt11uOzaQgJwm7tybRPUNyyCaxUCYv/s640/blogger-image--1326362020.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuohOVCB6rL6IbUYrdz-6MhBIUFhL5DW2z_Q-8pUIVtJ8_l1L5o9kydGpybWbD2cdbfKYFiTIQ2NMLdQ7FWDXapJbHsksc_akWjM72Gx8MLXXqATtt11uOzaQgJwm7tybRPUNyyCaxUCYv/s640/blogger-image--1326362020.jpg"></a></div>Pirate Baby!</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh09lIuPkO1pubZvrZ4t0HC6kRsUiS4DKo9V5X4oFHfgU2hUPq-9dfFSPhdZ71dy-cvxaGFgZJAvPhgODA-tOJytGwivPHT3uhNtX5ddZe7eQaIYNj493YUlpvcbq4fChIqqcdRCwWYo2Xf/s640/blogger-image--1763374253.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh09lIuPkO1pubZvrZ4t0HC6kRsUiS4DKo9V5X4oFHfgU2hUPq-9dfFSPhdZ71dy-cvxaGFgZJAvPhgODA-tOJytGwivPHT3uhNtX5ddZe7eQaIYNj493YUlpvcbq4fChIqqcdRCwWYo2Xf/s640/blogger-image--1763374253.jpg"></a></div>Peek!</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-wANSWmZ67E7QtJ110QdIvkpS_YU9VZyMj_fp0PasMTk8KDmHpgXjQV-MZxIlbkVCOXHO9BC3-Q0DKyT75oDcwW7X8sk-S2dPL2ARvqJL1LG7qJuHRN10I2uOQsKsrAJnN6tE9y-AAW4f/s640/blogger-image-1691624943.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-wANSWmZ67E7QtJ110QdIvkpS_YU9VZyMj_fp0PasMTk8KDmHpgXjQV-MZxIlbkVCOXHO9BC3-Q0DKyT75oDcwW7X8sk-S2dPL2ARvqJL1LG7qJuHRN10I2uOQsKsrAJnN6tE9y-AAW4f/s640/blogger-image-1691624943.jpg"></a></div>We're tired!<br>
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<br></div></div></div>J B Miller Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03496124889397338496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2768545857393167823.post-85241834510054274502014-06-06T21:37:00.000-05:002014-06-06T23:04:46.380-05:00Wrap up April with 2 month visitPost Birthday and Easter weekend I was in recovery mode. The cakes, the cleaning, the prep, the loading and unloading the car, all of it...drained me. Luckily a dear friend, Betty T, came twice the following week to give me a nap! I am so grateful! She's a retired nurse, which part of her time was in the hospital nursery, so I knew the babies were in expert care.<br>
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April 21 I took Mollie and William to their two month appointment, by myself! Oh baby! I kind of feel a certain amount of pride and sense of accomplishment. I have to fill out a questionaire for each child, each being a 4 page document. Yikes! Definitely something I fill out before I get to the appointment. One of the questions is "Describe your child's personality:" Hmm...you might think this is a silly question for a 2 month old, but I took it as a challenge to find the best description words, with a good spin. I have practice with this considering all the progress reports I write for my students:) So considering will is a needy and fussy child, with enough relief for it not be something I can't manage, I wrote: "Expressive." When I think of Mollie I think of her strong gaze and stares. So for her I wrote: "Contemplative." I hope the nurse smiles reading those words about my 2 month old babies. <br>
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I talked to Dr. Benson about taking eliminating dairy from my diet. He said to give it a try! He is again pleased with their growth and development. Mollie is 20.25" long (1%tile), 9lbs. (5%tile), and head measurement of 15" (46%tile). If we adjust her numbers and count her as 3 weeks instead of 8, based on when she would have been full term, her measurements put her in the 15th percentile for height, 45th percentile for weight, and 60%tile for head circumference. William is 21" long (1%tile), 10.2lbs (8%tile), and head measurement of 15.25" (39%tile). His adjusted measurements put him in the 45%tile for height, 70%tile for weight, and 75%tile for head circumference. They are doing great! This was their first appointment with shots, which made me a bit nervous to be alone, but I knew I could get help from the wonderful nurses. We love Dr. Benson's nurse Katie, and we could have asked our favorite receptionist, Lindsey, to come back too. Katie and another nurse came in to administer a drink vaccination and three shots to each child. The tray with all of that on it was a bit intimidating. Both tolerated it super well. Both were done crying within a minute. Whew. I was able to pack them up and meet Josh to go shopping for a piece of furniture on our way home. <br>
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The 23rd was Josh's birthday and sadly the only thing I could get to our house for him was sour dough bread. He loves it, and I felt limited since I have gone dairy free. That night though a gift was that my friend Kayla came and watched babies so we could go to bed!<br>
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Happy birthday, Josh. I told you while I was still pregnant that I was grateful we are where we are in our marriage while adding twins to our family. We are in a 'good spot'. This good spot comes from us making an effort to communicate, having patience, and senses of humor:) I am so grateful you are my confidant, my best friend, and true love. I'm so glad you were born, and God designed our lives to prepare us for one another, and then join us so well together. <div><br></div><div>This weekend I took Caleb and his cousin Eli to the park with Mollie and Will. It was a little chilly so we didn't stay too long, but was nice to get out of the house. </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLRDk86SqFpF2WSGCMFKM0JOP7_SfABs2I5wNCmqz_8mehUzaWdr0ch2sRuXtPHvX0_SqR_lMF3NmoHkAb14X_wOvwdYhsbsx4d1Jgyzenf993jn5fxEQQOLxzis_kSe3EjMzj4yVbCN2u/s640/blogger-image--481231773.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLRDk86SqFpF2WSGCMFKM0JOP7_SfABs2I5wNCmqz_8mehUzaWdr0ch2sRuXtPHvX0_SqR_lMF3NmoHkAb14X_wOvwdYhsbsx4d1Jgyzenf993jn5fxEQQOLxzis_kSe3EjMzj4yVbCN2u/s640/blogger-image--481231773.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div>On April 28 was my school's annual big fundraiser. The weather was rainy and cold so we weren't sold on going but decided to pack us all up in the end. They have a DJ and Caleb had a valet dancing with me! I will cherish these years as they will not likely last! Caleb has got some moves too!!</div><div><a href="http://youtu.be/KZD9-JZ5uCU">http://youtu.be/KZD9-JZ5uCU</a> </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhINOtXtAfetN4lB4mfpjxLo3U0DdobBOdBRZUg9pfsJXD3ocXMFYf3QNiPdfkqaPfqYghDWtNeH7gFCRuthL52aWM1nOqNtua4-0Bn2NEXIB9LQ-LaJnwIpDve8GNudWHZmv282UdbQYvo/s640/blogger-image--169608925.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhINOtXtAfetN4lB4mfpjxLo3U0DdobBOdBRZUg9pfsJXD3ocXMFYf3QNiPdfkqaPfqYghDWtNeH7gFCRuthL52aWM1nOqNtua4-0Bn2NEXIB9LQ-LaJnwIpDve8GNudWHZmv282UdbQYvo/s640/blogger-image--169608925.jpg"></a></div><br></div>J B Miller Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03496124889397338496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2768545857393167823.post-6772780918153903302014-05-26T06:29:00.001-05:002014-06-07T19:40:20.690-05:00May 19-23<div>It was a busy week! </div><div>My mother in law was able to babysit the babies for me Tuesday morning so I could treat a friend to coffee at the new bakery in town. Heather has been an amazing and generous friend during my pregnancy, hospital stay, and the transition to home through visits and meals. The least I could do is thank her with a morning coffee date. It had also recently been her birthday. Tuesday was also exciting because my sister Krista has moved back to MN!! We're so glad to have Auntie Krista back in our lives more regularly! </div><div>This afternoon my dear friend Eda also met the twins for the first time. Will especially loved sitting in her lap and looking at her! </div><div><br></div><div>Mollie and William are 3 months old today, Tuesday, May 20. At times I can't believe we're already at 3 months, and other times it seems we've earned each day it took to get here. Both Mollie and William are smiling and cooing. They are great at gaining weight and growing. </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLaxVYDmVE5W2EGt05uDW0J_5cPzcwNXe_FwRbR5clUZwajRVbr-pLo37HGl6FZGzlvEZXpK7a6HGvl1yBthsUiAXPzViiZ_kM2ptMFu30MeYx_n_lprzQQ3azsrOzuewq5L2o2RMGltCV/s640/blogger-image--374053581.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLaxVYDmVE5W2EGt05uDW0J_5cPzcwNXe_FwRbR5clUZwajRVbr-pLo37HGl6FZGzlvEZXpK7a6HGvl1yBthsUiAXPzViiZ_kM2ptMFu30MeYx_n_lprzQQ3azsrOzuewq5L2o2RMGltCV/s640/blogger-image--374053581.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhemdR92CiVsLA_NKoKz-EUf4wc6K9lBFxgyoDviLYcp7DUmv9k-0jG5ctXzdpBFIYSYwmtPWGTI33x7vJ4gi7MhgZPcfofEGGCiNCcQtTPwnzyxvUgkILLgqXGf9arRabPB-3BFOleSv-B/s640/blogger-image-862491631.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhemdR92CiVsLA_NKoKz-EUf4wc6K9lBFxgyoDviLYcp7DUmv9k-0jG5ctXzdpBFIYSYwmtPWGTI33x7vJ4gi7MhgZPcfofEGGCiNCcQtTPwnzyxvUgkILLgqXGf9arRabPB-3BFOleSv-B/s640/blogger-image-862491631.jpg"></a></div>This month we added the stuffed giraffe and elephant from Aunt Britta and Uncle Ryan. </div><div><br></div><div>Wednesday morning I took Mollie and William to church for<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> Muffins and Moms. The last time I went was a weekend because I was a working mom but today I was there with stay at home moms, moms on maternity leave, and work from home/part time working moms. It was packed! The nursery coordinator, Michelle, helped feed and hold Mollie, and I also used the bouncy seat there to manage M & W. I met some great women and came home exhausted:) Luckily my niece Josie came after school to snuggle babies for a bit. Then for the evening my mom and Krista hung out. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div>May 21, 1957 Oma was born!! It is her golden year! We celebrated tonight! We had Papa Murphy's and DQ cake. Lauen came for supper too.</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfxMqykYmdSgU2EymuY9heUhZHtgiHw9KRBJkNVLfWO6lIVpTou6GlFC_IhinsNObkqkyEFHkp8A9w_rclbRDZSQFWaKWKVyTPHQhXoacHhaE24hl6W2G5Q3j_Fo6ik_Ar6jEoGFUA8E7E/s640/blogger-image-2061240294.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfxMqykYmdSgU2EymuY9heUhZHtgiHw9KRBJkNVLfWO6lIVpTou6GlFC_IhinsNObkqkyEFHkp8A9w_rclbRDZSQFWaKWKVyTPHQhXoacHhaE24hl6W2G5Q3j_Fo6ik_Ar6jEoGFUA8E7E/s640/blogger-image-2061240294.jpg"></a></div>During dinner I asked everyone to share a favorite Mom/Oma moment or memory. Krista talked about how every single one of her friends loves M. If she tells her friends she's doing something with Mom, they all say they are jealous and to say hi from them. Josh talked about going to the MN Twins game 3.5 years ago with my mom. It was at the Target Field. We treated her to seats behind home plate and Mom, a huge Twins fan, was in awe of the seats. She had never been that close before. It really touched Josh's heart to share that with her.</div><div><br></div><div>I said I remember the late 90s to early 2000s being a time when you could drive a vehicle after Mom had and yours have to turn the CD way down! She loved to blast Steven Curtis Chapman, Michael w Smith, DC Talk, and a bunch of Christian artists. </div><div><br></div><div>I asked Caleb then what he liked to do with Oma. He said, "Play trains!" I repeated, "You like to play trains with Oma at Oma's house." He then whined, "Oma's house!" He wanted to go right then. Totally melted my heart. I'm glad he has an Oma he loves to play with! </div><div><br></div><div>Thursday</div><div>Today Auntie Krista hung out with us for parts of the day. One part in the morning meant we went to Sam's Club. In the afternoon she was with us again and we picked up pictures from Elite Portrait Design. 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She is so willing to help others and doesn't wait until she is asked, but rather shows up and offers. Thank you Krista!</div><div><br></div><div>Then we came home, did a little cleaning, and had a visitor. Lisa, our favorite nurse came to visit! We went for a walk and caught up. It was wonderful to see her! Time flew by and soon Caleb and Josh were home, babies needed fed, and we needed to think about dinner. So Lisa left, but hopefully we'll see her again soon.</div><div><br></div><div>Friday </div><div>This afternoon was Bridges All School Musical. The babies and I went to see my class and my nephew Eli. Luckily Aunt Boogie (Jess) a and Nana were there to help hold a baby. </div><div><br></div><div>At 4:00 there was a Staff party at Peggy's, my partner teacher, in honor of all those who will not be returning to Bridges in the fall. I brought Mollie and William and they were passed around and tolerated it well. </div><div>At 5:30 we left for Oma and Grandpa Gene's to celebrate Oma's golden year birthday. We had brats on the grill! Summer is here! Caleb got to play trains with Auntie Krista before supper and get a 4 wheeler ride with Grandpa after supper! Then it was time for a bonfire, the first of the summer.</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0veq8ID9yn6T_cGHVI132QLvaUKpIBZgVe8rEfiMncvcaGF7diiOtukRqqgkFWyJkAzZ3rarVQP1qZY2yNuT_T5NzGMyCgHMLxWg_047O3DmteygTEHLTNzqQWDs5Pa_R8QWvETt-LQce/s640/blogger-image--1720979252.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0veq8ID9yn6T_cGHVI132QLvaUKpIBZgVe8rEfiMncvcaGF7diiOtukRqqgkFWyJkAzZ3rarVQP1qZY2yNuT_T5NzGMyCgHMLxWg_047O3DmteygTEHLTNzqQWDs5Pa_R8QWvETt-LQce/s640/blogger-image--1720979252.jpg"></a></div>Then it was a bath and a drive home.</div><br></div><div><br></div>J B Miller Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03496124889397338496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2768545857393167823.post-26876412466439501252014-05-18T21:36:00.002-05:002014-05-18T21:36:26.237-05:00Easter celebrations - 2 months!Easter is such a special holiday. As Christians we celebrate it year round. because Jesus is risen, we can live saved life. A life without fear of death.<br />
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Unfortunately that seems to be abstract for Caleb yet. He isn't candy crazy, but he loves 'the hunt' for eggs. He says his prayers and loves to sing 'Jesus Loves Me' with his daddy. </div>
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My Grandpa and Oma, Caleb's Great Grandpa and Uroma, host Easter each year at their home in Green Isle. My cousin Heather and her husband Christian were there from New York. My Great Aunt Bitti, Great Aunt Holly, and Great Uncle Roger got to meet the babies for the first time too. The Harjes side was also gracious enough to celebrate Caleb's birthday with us again. We had dirt cake for everyone and Caleb opened presents.<br />
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We did it! We got to church, before the opening song even, for the early service! Nursing and pumping conflicted with some of my morning routine to get ready, but make up is overrated!<br />
We all sat in the church for the whole service. I don't know that I caught the entire message, but the Spirit filled me! We were at the service with Josh's older brother, Jason and his family. After the service we took our first nice family picture.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">2 months old!</span><br />
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I can't believe Mollie and William are 2 months old! After church we sat them on the couch for their 2 month picture in their Easter outfits. They are now able to sit with little propping. We're still eating every three hours and at times clustering, but we're doing well. I do think that William has a dairy sensitivity. Apparently it is common for babies to have difficulty breaking down the protein in dairy. This causes gastrointestinal discomfort. The only way to help William is by my diet changing. Therefore, I will be going dairy-free. It has nothing to do with lactose, so looking for labels that say lactose-free doesn't help. And actually dairy is hidden in many products so there will be a lot of label reading and education for Josh and me. </div>
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