Annalyn and Andrew were my early risers---- and I insisted they practice whispering if they didn't want to go back to bed.
I don't know about anyone else's family, but over here, true quiet is something that is rarely heard.
Dennis just loves keys! He loves purses that he can carry on his shoulder as long as they don't knock him over because they are too heavy. He loves to carry around this pudding cup too. I think this is one of the best pictures of him so far because I know how happy he is in it.
Dennis always hangs out around our pantry when I am making lunch. He is such a smart boy and knows that he will be eating very soon.
"Close it Dennis," I told him when he started to get into the flour. Yes, he can understand lots of English now.
Today we are having a family friend put up a couple of ceiling fans in the girls' room. He welcomed the kids to watch him which was fine when five or six were in there, but soon everyone left but Sveta. Sveta who has FAS, I have noticed will linger in rooms where there are adults, especially if they are a man, and while everyone else is usually clueless, John and I have picked up on it. Granted it is probably harmless, but I don't think it good to allow her to just stare and hang around when there is so many more productive things to do. When I try to distract her and ask her to find something else to do, she always cops a little attitude. Too bad, I can handle this. I shutter to think where this can lead years down the road as she gets older and her hormones really kick in. It was nearing lunchtime anyway, so I asked her to come help me make lemonade.
Sandwiches for 12, not too hard when your used to making food in that quantity. I'm not sure why Annalyn looks like this and neither is she. We had to both laugh when she saw it.
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Dennis is just cracking me up these days!!! That top picture of him just says everything. He's happy, he's healthy, and maybe even wanting to carry around a little pudding:) He is just thriving. It is so obvious, Christine. You have done such a great job!
Also, great job parenting Sveta. I think you are being very aware and then she will eventually be aware and be able to distract herself. I always worry when I don't see parents pick up on little things like that. I hope that makes sense. All I really wanted to say was, you are a fantastic mother:)
Hi there. I enjoy your blog. Your family is precious. That bread line up was AMAZING. :~)
Dennis is really filling out. Look at his little feet. I just love the way they look.
With your daughter I think by you and your husband picking up on this that is 90% of the battle. I will keep her in my thoughts and prayers.
Okay I am a bit curious (and you do not have to answer this) How many loaves of bread do you use in a week. I think the picture of the sandwich assembly is great.
Joy
Joy
As always, I love watching your family through pics. So busy all the time...What do you spend on groceries a month? I am curious.
I was not aware that you have one with FAS... both my boys have FAS, the oldest has it the "worst" - if you can say that! We have the same problem with him wanting to stay and "watch" people - even strangers... its pretty hard.
Dennis is a smart little guy! Love the pudding being carried around! Has he figured out how to open it?
hugs!
Amy
So here's my question...do you take "orders" on sandwiches. I have 8 people to make for and keeping straight who wants what drives me batty. I dream some day of lining up the bread like you do and spreading them all the same and saying "tough it" if they don't like it...what's your take/style?
So why did they have a day off from school?
That is a great picture of Dennis. He just looks so much more healthy and happy than he did in the earlier photos.
You need your own tv show momma!
Christine, seeing Dennis in front of that pantry was very humorous.
It reminded me of a time the boys got up early on a Saturday a.m. Our youngest was about Dennis's age and I saw him in the pantry eying all the new groceries I had purchased the night before.He had this big ole smile on his face just looking at all the possibilities for a feast.
Great photos...
looks like you enjoyed a nice day at home!!!
Dennis is looking so healthy and big!!!
I visited your site last night....I am amazed by your family! Thank you so much for stopping by and visiting us. :^)
I love the picture of Dennis...you can tell how happy he is!
Hope you enjoyed your day off...those are the kind that are crazy around here
Thanks for stopping by Gabby's blog! She's my oldest of 2 & one of the biggest joy's in my life! I'm going to try to read up on your family - a wonderful looking group!
Did you happen to pop over to Gabby's sister's blog (my first blog, btw)? She's my other pride & joy! If you get a chance - check her out too!
Thanks again!
Tina Walp:0)
(Gabby & Vaeh's mommy)
what is FAS? or is that a dumb question? sorry. Kelli
Christine,
I love the bread line-up! I still think you should post a picture of your garage with all the bikes and helmets. It made me shake my head the first time we pulled up!!! Your home is so full of love and "normalcy" and the pictures you post show this. :-)
I think having a "private blog" for certain posts is not a bad idea...especially as your kids get older and may be reading your blog. But, I hope this one doesn't change as it's so appreciated by so many people. You really are an inspiration to many. I always think to myself...if Christine can do it with 11, I can do it with 5! :-)
Laurel
Thanks Heather, you are always so encouraging. Yes, Dennis is a crack up--- his personality is just shining through!
Major Mom, I think our food bill is around $1100 a month. But that is just a guess.
The Queen, I am not a short order cook, however I do know that some do not like cheese and some do no like mayo. I have it memorized but as for the type of sandwich it usually is all ham or all peanut butter or all bologna. Take it or leave it I say.
Joy, we go through about a loaf a day.
Kelli, FAS is Fetal Alcohol Syndrome.
Hey sis... you do not need mayo and stuff in squeeze bottles, I think spray guns are in order >;-D !
Dennis, you are gorgeous.
The Bernard Bunch is SO besotted with you!
Such kindness, such softness ... you are such a gentle little boy yet full of playfulness.
We LOVE following your story!
The Bernard Bunch in France
I really started following this to learn more about adopting an older child w/FAS, as we are in process for a 7 yo with FAS..if the country EVER gets its act together. So, I LOVE hearing anything about Sveta, even though I enjoy hearing about all your kids. I don't know that I would have picked up on stranger watching. I'm just hoping to learn while having fun watching Sveta grow up as we wait for our own sweetie. Amazing progress on Dennis. The changes in him are spectacular! You are a great mom and I hope I can learn from you about parenting a child like Sveta.
Sherry in Ohio
♥ My favorite quiet times are nap time and bed time other than that quiet doesn't happen. That is a ton of bread! So how long does it take you to make 12 sandwiches?
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