We’ve had a lot of questions about how the boys are doing….the answer is”GREAT!!!!” Really we couldn’t ask for them to adjust any better. We were pretty concerned about our youngest…considering the day they met he did nothing but yell at her (and anyone holding her). He is now crazy about the “baby”. Yesterday was my first day alone with all four. I didn’t want to just “survive” the day and since last week life was on hold for the boys – I gave myself two goals:
1. Get a picture of her with each of her brothers
2. Help the boys make their ‘Indiana Jones Lego Jungle’ (AKA plant wheat grass for them to hide lego men in)
Here she is with each of her brothers:
E loves to touch her hair and bring her blankets (yes, that is a scab on his nose…facial wounds are common around here)
H is our most affectionate kid. He is the most adoring of her and asks throughout the day where she is and if he can hold her.
Once in his arms he kisses her over and over.
C isn’t too interested in her when she is asleep, but once her eyes open he is trying to entertain her or hold her hand. He’s pretty proud of her…
Remember my Herb Garden…well evidently you need to actually water plants for them to stay alive. Since my herbs are all now of the dried variety I decided to reuse the pots. The boys have been wanting a “jungle” for their Indiana Jones Lego men (yes, they do actually look like Harrison Ford and Sean Connery) to play in. I figured wheatgrass would be durable and easy, so we are going to try it out. The boys each planted a pot and I planted some in a larger container.
Since my container didn’t have drainage holes, I filled the bottom with charcoal, then the dirt, then the seeds…
Here it is after the seeds are added and paper towels on top (I planted according to the directions on the seed bag)
Now they will all sit inside and begin growing. I’ll be sure to post pics of Indiana Jones in his jungle…I know you all are so anxious to see those!
by AshleyAnn
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Jill R - Happy to see the boys with their new baby sister. Love the pictures! Also anxious to see the new “jungle”…..
BTW – HOW do you do it all???
christina larsen - Well, it looks like you did more than survive!!! Looks like everyone had fun. We love Indiana Jones legos at our house, too. Can’t wait to see the jungle, we may have to be doing that, too. Have fun with your new bundle.
Jolene - oh my…I’m going to have to go and beat my uterus back into submission after all that new baby goodness!
Can’t wait to see the Indiana Jones jungle grass experiment…that sounds just like what we need around here!
amanda torres - It will be so fun to see how the boys each develop a relationship with their sister. You are blessed!
Brooke Turney - Breese is adorable! And can I tell you how much I LOVE that name?! Glad to see her brothers are enjoying her! Love reading your blog, and I can’t believe you’re still able to post with how busy you are. I only have one little one and It’s hard for me to keep up!
Sophie - Those pictures of the boys with Breese are so beautiful, especially the last one! (:
rachel denbow - Hey, Mama! So good to know you’re feeling good enough to be outside with the boys and have the energy to get online and share it all with us. It’s such a happy spot in my day! Every time.
You and Chris make beautiful babies, that’s for sure.
Wiebke - Dear Ashley, I am a brand new fan of your beautiful work and blog ( I wish you visit some day Germany and makes some lovely pictures from my girls) … I wish you love, happiness and healthiness for you and your family …
Jeannette Swan - I thought you weren’t going to post much for awhile, but I’m afraid I might miss something if I don’t check your blog. The pics of the boys with Breese are priceless!!
Jesse - Precious! Rhett was a sweetie like Hudson and kissed all on “his babies”.
vicki spradlin - I just discovered your blog and the naming of your precious little girl. I sent up a little prayer that she would be just like her name sake, and know how loved she is. I can relate to the wonders of a world of boys! I grew up with brothers (she will hate their protectiveness but love them unconditionally)and then God sent me sons to raise. He knew what I needed (or could handle). Then he sent me two of the most precious gifts– granddaughters. They are now 3 and 1, and my wonderful daughter-in-law lets me take care of them daily. (I retired just to be able to do that!) Enjoy every moment with your little brood, they’re adorable.