Hi Friends! It's been a VERY long time! I'm (Sarah) going to start a new blogging strategy to keep me dilligent. Hopefully I can turn over a new leaf!
Last week as I was mowing the grass I saw a little frog hopping across the back yard. Trying to be fun, I stopped the mower and caught it for Clara. She was thrilled! We put it in a little plastic box and poked holes in the lid for fresh air. Clara put some handfuls of grass, a few leaves, and some water in the box to keep froggy happy. What a find!
She checked on it throughout the morning, and eventually brought it into the house at lunch time. (Our fuzzy caterpillar died in the sun the day before, so she was worried about a similar fate for froggy.) I allowed her to place the box on the entry rug by the back door, intending to put him outside in the shade at nap time. You can guess the blunder...
After tucking Clara in for naps, I went to check on froggy. Imagine my disgust when I realized he was no longer in his little home! Surely he wasn't small enough to wriggle through one of those little air holes! So what's the worst thing that could happen? Either we will accidentally step on him (creepy!) or he will hide somewhere and eventually die (stinky!). In my mind, it was lose-lose. Why did I let that creepy thing come inside in the first place? Lesson learned.
I called John at work, freaked out a little bit, and eventually carried on with the day--watching my step VERY carefully! As I was changing Jonas's diaper I prayed, "Lord, I don't know what's better, dead or alive. But PLEASE, I have to find that frog!" As I turned to leave the room, there was froggy sitting on the floor right by the door! Bless the Lord! He is sovereign, even over our little froggy!
In the future I will not allow critters into the house. But I'm so thankful for this little froggy. What a completely thrilling and unexpected way for God to reveal himself to me!
Stay tuned for my future posts...
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Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Where's John?
I know it looks funny to post a family photo without John here. Maybe it's payback for not putting Jonas on the blog for such a long time? Not really...We gave the photo to John for Father's Day. Cute office decor!
We're really enjoying summer so far...
Peter is busy with baseball and swimming lessons. He recently lost his two bottom teeth, and is convinced that every other tooth in his mouth is loose now too. He has also mastered Mario Brothers on his Nintendo DS, and is branching out to new games now. If only he had unlimited resources to buy all those expensive games. For now, Blockbuster has a good rental plan. Fun times!
Clara enjoys her gymnastics class, and discovered the Olympic trials on TV. She likes to copy the routines as the gymnasts perform. Cute! This week she was diagnosed with asthma, so we're learning all about proper treatment and potential triggers. I'm so glad to have a diagnosis so we can carry forward with a plan of action. Hopefully we'll have a good handle on it by the time preschool starts this fall.
Both big kids are in VBS this week, and like to swim, go to the library, play outside, and eat popsicles constantly! They are much happier when friends are here to play with, and would plan a party every day if they could. It's so fun to have such social and active kids!
Baby Jonas is four months old today! He is growing and changing so much. He HATES tummy time, LOVES to be up in the exersaucer, and is trying to grow up way too fast. He has HUGE blue eyes that melt your heart, and likes to coo, giggle, and smile a lot. Fortunately, he also has a very high tolerance for noise and activity. (Does he really have a choice with two older siblings)? He is such a precious and happy boy...a great addition to the family! We are so thankful for him!
John will start a new position at UP next week (Controller of Streamline, a division of the UP finance department). We are very excited for the opportunity, though he is admittedly a little bit nervous about the transition. I know he will do a great job, and make a super addition to the Streamline company. Go John!
I am a blessed woman! I stay plenty busy as CEO of the family; keeping track of activites, sports, classes, Bible study, playdates, doctor's visits, library books, uniforms, sun lotion, meals, laundry, diapers, and all manner of other tasks. Hopefully I can add Blog updates to my list as well, if any of you readers are still out there...
We're really enjoying summer so far...
Peter is busy with baseball and swimming lessons. He recently lost his two bottom teeth, and is convinced that every other tooth in his mouth is loose now too. He has also mastered Mario Brothers on his Nintendo DS, and is branching out to new games now. If only he had unlimited resources to buy all those expensive games. For now, Blockbuster has a good rental plan. Fun times!
Clara enjoys her gymnastics class, and discovered the Olympic trials on TV. She likes to copy the routines as the gymnasts perform. Cute! This week she was diagnosed with asthma, so we're learning all about proper treatment and potential triggers. I'm so glad to have a diagnosis so we can carry forward with a plan of action. Hopefully we'll have a good handle on it by the time preschool starts this fall.
Both big kids are in VBS this week, and like to swim, go to the library, play outside, and eat popsicles constantly! They are much happier when friends are here to play with, and would plan a party every day if they could. It's so fun to have such social and active kids!
Baby Jonas is four months old today! He is growing and changing so much. He HATES tummy time, LOVES to be up in the exersaucer, and is trying to grow up way too fast. He has HUGE blue eyes that melt your heart, and likes to coo, giggle, and smile a lot. Fortunately, he also has a very high tolerance for noise and activity. (Does he really have a choice with two older siblings)? He is such a precious and happy boy...a great addition to the family! We are so thankful for him!
John will start a new position at UP next week (Controller of Streamline, a division of the UP finance department). We are very excited for the opportunity, though he is admittedly a little bit nervous about the transition. I know he will do a great job, and make a super addition to the Streamline company. Go John!
I am a blessed woman! I stay plenty busy as CEO of the family; keeping track of activites, sports, classes, Bible study, playdates, doctor's visits, library books, uniforms, sun lotion, meals, laundry, diapers, and all manner of other tasks. Hopefully I can add Blog updates to my list as well, if any of you readers are still out there...
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
Quick Update
I guess once you get out of this blogging routine it is hard to get back in. Not that we were really on top of it to begin with. Things are going well for the Caruso Clan. Jonas is sleeping in about 4 hour chunks when we are lucky. This past weekend we went to North Platte to visit my brother and his family. Things went great and it was a good trip. Not much else has been going on except for child rearing. Oh one big thing is we might get Clara p-trained before summer...she is a tough nut to crack, very stubborn. That will make things much easier, I think. Anyway, that's it.
Monday, March 31, 2008
It's Been Awhile
Okay, so it’s been how long since our last post…over a month. Well if anyone is still checking, here is an update. This last month has kind of flown bye in one way, and has been about the longest month of my life in another way. It has been very nice showing off our newest addition, visiting with family and friends, and celebrating Easter. It hasn’t been very nice, not getting sleep, dealing with sickness and other medical issues, and playing the “why is Jonas upset now” game (most know this one or some variation of: is he tired, is he wet, is he poopie, is it the bottle that gives him gas, too hot, too cold, processing the day, not enough sleep, too much sleep, etc….). So here are some updates by person:
John – I was sick, but am now better. Nothing else to report.
Sarah – Her medicated BP is fine and goes into the doctor soon for an update. She was sick and is now better. Her sister came into town and that has been a big deal. She isn’t sleeping much, but who is. Her Bells Palsy appears to be better. She went to the Quilt Building opening in Lincoln where her grandma has a reading room named after her (she’s a big deal in the quilting world and has donated a lot of time and resources to the project).
Peter – The only one not sick. He started baseball practice this week and is very excited. He is the superstar of the week for his class (which is a big deal for him). He went to about 8 birthday parties this month which provided a lot of good times (I don’t remember so many parties when I was a kid). It is getting warmer and he loves being outside.
Clara – Has been sick twice, and is now better, but just give it another week and she will be sick again. This one seems to have an issue every two weeks or so. She has had a lot of Grandma time, which has been priceless for Sarah’s rest. She also is looking forward to the warmer weather and being outside.
Jonas – He is still sick, but getting better. His jaundice has cleared up. Other than that it has been: sleeping, pooping, peeing, crying, and being held. A pretty good life I’d say.
Well that’s a quick update for the month. More to come soon….this Friday will be Sarah and my 10th wedding anniversary, maybe that will be a good topic to blog on.
John – I was sick, but am now better. Nothing else to report.
Sarah – Her medicated BP is fine and goes into the doctor soon for an update. She was sick and is now better. Her sister came into town and that has been a big deal. She isn’t sleeping much, but who is. Her Bells Palsy appears to be better. She went to the Quilt Building opening in Lincoln where her grandma has a reading room named after her (she’s a big deal in the quilting world and has donated a lot of time and resources to the project).
Peter – The only one not sick. He started baseball practice this week and is very excited. He is the superstar of the week for his class (which is a big deal for him). He went to about 8 birthday parties this month which provided a lot of good times (I don’t remember so many parties when I was a kid). It is getting warmer and he loves being outside.
Clara – Has been sick twice, and is now better, but just give it another week and she will be sick again. This one seems to have an issue every two weeks or so. She has had a lot of Grandma time, which has been priceless for Sarah’s rest. She also is looking forward to the warmer weather and being outside.
Jonas – He is still sick, but getting better. His jaundice has cleared up. Other than that it has been: sleeping, pooping, peeing, crying, and being held. A pretty good life I’d say.
Well that’s a quick update for the month. More to come soon….this Friday will be Sarah and my 10th wedding anniversary, maybe that will be a good topic to blog on.
Monday, February 25, 2008
Jonas is Here!
Well after the disappointment of not having Jonas on Friday, the Lord once again proved that it will all be done on His timetable. Sarah went into labor at church this Sunday, so we went into the hospital thinking it was nothing. Well about five hours later we had our boy delivered via c-section. Jonas Ethan Caruso was 6lbs 13oz and was 20 in long. He started out with some labored breathing, but has come along nicely, praise God! Sarah is doing wonderful as well, and has already taken quite a few steps walking around her room. Thank you all who have kept us in your prayers, we are confident that made a difference! Well this post won't be long. We are spending time at Methodist resting and getting to know baby Jonas. We would love for you all to meet him when we get home (probably Thursday). We have posted some pictures on Picasa, and I think you can get to them by clicking on the picture below.
Friday, February 22, 2008
It's a Van!
Well, I know you were all looking for some good news today, so here it is: It's a van! Instead of meeting our new baby boy this week, we purchased a new mini van. Cool! It took us a while to get used to the idea, but it seems like the wisest investment for our growing family at this stage of life.
It's actually a thrill to think about our need for a van. The last time we went car shopping we had only one child. We wondered if Peter would be our one and only? We only needed 3 seats--why in the world would we need a huge 7-seater van? But now, as God has poured out his blessing on our family, we will actually use most of the seats!
So, John thinks we're really (not) hip now. Were we ever?
I think it's great! I love the power doors that the kids can do safely and independently. I love the power lift-gate in the back so I don't have to get my hands all dirty. I love the way the seats fold into the floor if we need to make more room for cargo. I love the DVD player (still on order, to be installed soon) for entertainment on long road trips. Is this luxury or what? And it's pretty too. I'm sold!
So here's our newest addition...
And here's me now...
Jonas and I are still sharing a seat for a little bit longer!
It's actually a thrill to think about our need for a van. The last time we went car shopping we had only one child. We wondered if Peter would be our one and only? We only needed 3 seats--why in the world would we need a huge 7-seater van? But now, as God has poured out his blessing on our family, we will actually use most of the seats!
So, John thinks we're really (not) hip now. Were we ever?
I think it's great! I love the power doors that the kids can do safely and independently. I love the power lift-gate in the back so I don't have to get my hands all dirty. I love the way the seats fold into the floor if we need to make more room for cargo. I love the DVD player (still on order, to be installed soon) for entertainment on long road trips. Is this luxury or what? And it's pretty too. I'm sold!
So here's our newest addition...
And here's me now...
Jonas and I are still sharing a seat for a little bit longer!
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Bummer
Just a quick post to let all of you know that we will not have our baby tomorrow. Sarah had the amnio this morning and the results showed that the lungs weren't quite developed enough (a score of 45 out of 55 although I am not sure what that means). Anyway, our doctor is on vacation next week, so the due date will now be on March third. That is unless the Lord has something else in mind. I think all of us are pretty bummed about the delay. It is funny when we think we have control. Would we be upset at this point if we were doing a natural vaginal birth? Another eleven days of worry, anxiousness and prayer. Throughout this process we have continually been reminded of Gods grace toward our family, and we have put our trust in Him that His will be done. We ask for continued prayer that this will be the case.
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