We had a very busy day yesterday. I had a dentist appointment, then we bought groceries and worked around the house. Because I was in and out, Matthew was left under the supervision of his dad and big sister, Lauren. When they watch him, there tends not to be much of a routine, so he …
We were all talking rapidly and excitedly as we walked from the airport to the van after picking up Nana (my mom) for her Christmas visit. This was her first time to our new home in Oklahoma, and I don’t think sugar could have pumped our kids up more! The van was rather crowded and …
So much has been happening in our lives since we moved to Lawton, Oklahoma. So many wonderful things! This past week, I was very sick with a cough and head cold. I barely managed to keep food on the table and the clothes washed, much less blog. I appreciate your patience! I am feeling so …
This blog is not only my personal journal, but also my family scrapbook. And we had an event that I just have to share: Matthew got his first haircut! I’ve been trying to trim it for months, but I’ve never done a good job. He has layers and layers of hair, and I hated to …
It’s been a very lovely weekend, for someone who just got a year older! 🙂 This birthday (on Monday, March 25) was much better than my last one. I enjoyed a short trip away with my family, a meal at Olive Garden, a bouquet of flowers and several cards and gifts from family and friends. …
This is what I found at the foot of my bed the other day: When I saw this little assortment of items, I knew Matthew had come and  gone. I thought, “It’s so obvious that a little boy lives here!” And then I thought, “I am so glad.”
On Sunday, March 3, Matthew wanted to help me out in the kitchen. Usually, I don’t let him in the kitchen when I’m cooking because of safety issues. (Wouldn’t want him to get burned!) But, on this day, I was just putting my BBQ chicken in the crock pot, so I knew it would be …
My parents used to tell my brother when he was very little, to “Make your tough guy face, Kevin.” On cue, Kevin would crinkle up his nose, make angry eyes and cinch his lips together. It was adorable! Well, I think it was adorable, he’s older than I, so I can only imagine. But I …
Matthew came slowly walking out of our room the other day. When I looked to see what he was up to, I saw him wearing his dad’s outdoor work shoes! He had found a stray pacifier (we don’t let him have it during the day anymore), and had been sucking on it. When I went …
It’s election season, but I’m not writing about a political candidate. Nope, I’m writing about the most popular guy in our family. Everyone loves Matthew! He’s such a joy with all of his cute faces, motions and babbling. He soaks up everything and wants to figure everything out! He’s climbed up on buckets and laundry …
valeriewritenow.com 