The big move

We moved on August 13th and things have been pretty busy since then. We are trying to settle into our new normal. Easier said than done for the kiddos. Especially Makenna. She has had a rough time adjusting. Every little thing just sets her off. Super whiny, super clingy, and very demanding of my time and attention. I know this change is very tough. Big changes in her life do not go over well. I know why and so I try to be understanding and patient. I am sure I don't succeed sometimes but I am making an effort.

On a brighter note we are exploring our new area and that is exciting. I am sad to leave my hometown and all that is familiar but finding new favorite things together as a family is fun.

Some current new favorites for us: beautiful blue skies and no humidity, Dicamillo's Bakery (yum), living close to water, Wegmans grocery store, Niagara Falls, and the Buffalo Zoo. I will keep everyone posted on getting settled. Here are a few pictures from the month.

Cousins and Grandparents

We had these pictures made with all the cousins on my side and my parents. Makenna is the youngest grandchild on this side but she did great! I just love these photos and these kids! I am going to miss them so much when we move. I hope for lots of visits with my parents, sisters, and all of these beautiful kiddos that are growing up way too fast.

Popsicles

Because I can't just tie Makenna up in order to get everything done for the move, we use lots of popsicles and other diversions. I know...I know. I should not bribe her with treats to get a few quiet minutes to make phone calls and such but hey...you do what you gotta do.

And how can you resist when she looks so cute eating it?

My summer sweetie!

Just stole a couple photos from my sister-in-law because I am still without the camera cord. And truthfully have been too busy to just take the card to Target or something. Thought these were cute of Makenna. My big kids avoid the camera now a little bit so I have to catch them when I can. Makenna is so silly and happy most of the time, I just love it!

This was taken from her speech-preschool's website! Makenna goes once a week for 2 hours (in addition to her weekly speech therapy) and she really loves it.

Playing in the sprinkler at Granny's house.



She really does know how to smile when she wants to!

Been a while!

Have not posted in a while because it is super busy around here. We are planning a big move to another state and things are chaotic. Meanwhile we have some family in from out of town and the kids are all enjoying the company. We had a picture made of all the cousins on my husband's side and it was cute. You may have noticed an edited version that is now a fixture on the side of my blog. Makenna did such a good job! There were three 2 year olds in the photo and we all expected a disaster. Thankfully it went off without a hitch! I will share the complete cousins photo with you because sadly I can't find my camera cord in all the moving hustle and I don't have any others off my camera yet.

I love my brother!

The trademark Makenna scrunchy- face smile

You just have to laugh! Sometimes I catch a real smile, but more often than not if she sees the camera this is what we get.