this boy

at 06/29/09 2:21PM
  • beckylboyer
    Both our kids crashed at church last night. Something they haven't done since they were babies. I was in panic mode knowing it would be 1 am before they could sleep that night. It wasn't that bad after all. Maybe 10:30 or 11. It's so hard when your kids aren't themselves. Sleep is so powerful!
    by beckylboyer at 06/29/09 2:40PM
  • rachierach
    Oh Natalie is such a bear to deal with when she hasn't gotten enough sleep.
    by rachierach at 06/29/09 10:51PM
  • bigdeborah
    thanks for the Dr. recommendation! Did you use a midwife or doula along with the dr or just him? If you didn't use anyone else, did you just study up on natural methods (to progress labor, etc) yourself beforehand? (I have heard drs are really only there for the birth, not the labor, but it's great to have a name of someone who will support our wishes!) Thanks so much!
    by bigdeborah at 07/27/09 7:58PM
  • bigdeborah
    ^not sure how long ago you made the comment, so thought I would remind you I was the one asking about drs, etc in St Louis :)
    by bigdeborah at 07/27/09 7:59PM
  • bigdeborah
    Thanks so much!! Its wonderful to know about that hospital; I'll definitely plan on using it! So, did the Bradley class teach you natural methods of progressing labor, etc? That would be the main reason I would need a doula or someone--to suggest methods to progress labor, deal with pain...I would expect a class to teach about the pain part but don't know what else is involved. I need to figure out what class I want to take; I haven't researched the differences yet (Bradley, hypnobirth, can't remember the other names). I just wonderif there are things that come up during labor that the class doesn't discuss that having a doula or someone would be helpful. If you don't mind me asking, Did you have any problems with your labors or births?
    by bigdeborah at 08/03/09 11:13AM
  • bigdeborah
    ...this is my first, so I have no clue what to expect, although I realize every pregnancy is different, so I will never really know what to expect! :)
    by bigdeborah at 08/03/09 11:36AM
  • crazy_mama
    I think because he's close I'm not really concerned about if I go into labor. My problem has been the split pubic bone. With the weight of the 38 week baby on it it's really hard to walk. So the girls and I are doing A LOT of reading and other activites where they can bring things to mommy while I sit. He is done tonight. I am SOO happy for that. But this was a great opportunity and I'm glad he was able to do it. All in all, this week has been great. Just obsessed with baby coming! So what were we all thinking anyway?!?!?! I guess you gotta be crazy sometimes huh!
    by crazy_mama at 08/06/09 9:20AM
  • kaceyatthebat
    So glad to catch up with you, friend! How in the world have you guys been?
    by kaceyatthebat at 08/18/09 6:27PM
  • littlelamb
    Yes! The other families at church are convinced that Liam is a bully because he's always trying to push the other boys and get them to play with him. They even got him a punching bag for his birthday and said something about now maybe he won't try to hit the other kids. I feel bad for him because he just wants to play. Dare I say it? The other little boys are pansies! :)
    by littlelamb at 10/09/09 12:22PM
  • nick_katie
    Yes, girl, we do need to get together! I was thinking about that earlier today, actually! I guess our husbands need to talk since they're always the ones to set our dinners up!
    When is your due date? I'm thinking end of April?
    by nick_katie at 03/20/10 3:32PM

a must-read

at 06/25/09 12:38PM
  • wifelet
    Oooh, that sounds promising! I'll have to see if our library has it!
    by wifelet at 06/25/09 1:15PM
  • beckylboyer
    I actually sent Luke running for the camera. I always want the picture to prove to Ryan. He thought it was pretty hilarious. And I think I did ruin the clothes. There weren't many tips for how to get it out. Regular stain removers didn't work but I didn't want to use hot water. Our clothes would shrink because we wash in cold. I guess its worth a try though if they are already ruined.
    by beckylboyer at 06/27/09 8:44AM

oldest two YOUNGEST: my jonathan

at 06/23/09 11:21PM
sorry, folks, this one's really long. you'll see why. :)
  • rachierach
    So sweet.... I can't imagine where that kid would get his belly laugh??? Not from his momma, right?? :)
    by rachierach at 06/24/09 9:07AM
  • enyek
    Your boys are GORGEOUS! And having 3 like that - it is fun for you now - but as they get older - I know you will have a GREAT time with them! Sooo much you can do and learn with them. Boys are so sweet!
    by enyek at 06/24/09 10:46AM
  • beckylboyer
    I can't believe he'll be one! Your house sounds busy and wonderful!
    by beckylboyer at 06/24/09 3:20PM

busy living

at 06/22/09 1:28PM
  • wifelet
    All of that sounds so very familiar. How many "someday" projects do I have?!?
    by wifelet at 06/22/09 1:31PM
  • beckylboyer
    :) I'm sure you are handling it with grace and humor. Miss you guys! I can't believe its been 4 years there!
    by beckylboyer at 06/22/09 1:51PM
  • aschlosser
    Ugh - I understand. It seems my to-do list only grows and doesn't shorten all that often...so frustrating. But I have to remind myself that there are more important things in life - so your blog was a breath of fresh air - glad to know there are others in the same boat! :)
    by aschlosser at 06/22/09 8:07PM

better

at 04/18/09 11:54PM
  • nthnswmn
    Amen!
    It's good to renew our perspective now and again. Thanks for sharing this...
    by nthnswmn at 04/19/09 8:07AM
  • beckylboyer
    thanks for that! I have to admit I get frustrated with the cleaning. I do not love to clean and so when it gets that way I want it to stay. But you are right. What we have is better. Even the discipling - which is all I have done today
    by beckylboyer at 04/19/09 3:57PM
  • nick_katie
    We had a wonderful day today! Yes, the people are so nice here.
    by nick_katie at 04/19/09 10:23PM
  • enyek
    LOVED this post!! I can tell you are a good mommy..
    by enyek at 04/26/09 8:32PM
  • beckylboyer
    Thanks for letting me know. We have narrowed the choice to the Kia or the Chrysler. We noticed the Kia seemed a little harder to get around in but its a better deal than the Chrysler we looked at (of course that could be because it was from Carmax). And also the Kia ranks right under the Toyota and Honda in almost everything. We've found some great '06s with 7k or 16k miles! Almost new and for a good price. But Ryan does like some of the extras on the Chrysler - auto doors and hatch. So we'll see but I'll tell Ryan. He'll be glad to know this because we don't know many people with Kias.
    by beckylboyer at 05/08/09 9:04AM
  • tortilla
    Loving all those life-long memories, too. I know these are the days I will so badly wish for back. So, in my tiredness, I cherish. oxoxoxo
    by tortilla at 05/09/09 6:15AM
  • tortilla
    oh, we'd sure love to see you for becca's wedding! ;)
    by tortilla at 05/09/09 6:15AM