The Countdown Is On

Only a couple weeks left till baby arrives! If you follow me on Instagram, you’ll see we’ve been trying to keep busy with things that might be a bit more challenging with a newborn. That and make some memories in the last few weeks of being a family of three.

 

We did a Color Walk last month. I’ve always wanted to do one and this was for a fundraiser for the local Hospice house so we were happy to sign up. We weren’t sure how it would go with a toddler but she did so great! At first she wasn’t too sure about letting strangers covering her in powder; but by the end she was having a great time. 

We’ve done several small hikes in the area. I wasn’t sure how I’d do being pregnant and hiking. But I’ve loved it; feels good to move and spend time in nature. We’ve done our last before baby. Figure it’s probably best to not be out of cell service as we get closer. 

We have a camping trip and a couple of small hikes planned for later this summer so by then we’ll be itching to get back out on the trails!

Speaking of camping, we have spent 4 weekends in the travel trailer. Two of those were trying it and our toddler in it for the beginning of the season. The last two weekends were at a campground we love. It’s so nice to get away with no service and just spend the days outside! I asked our toddler what she wants to do this weekend and she said camping again; so I’m happy she’s been enjoying it!

I’ve gone to a couple paint nights and done some self care evenings where I get a pedicure or hair done or manicure! Last weekend we went for a date night in the city. The last time we went was just before our daughter was born so we were definitely due for one! We’re not often both dressed nicely so it called for a picture! Have a great weekend! everyone!

A Little Update

Well, turns out I’m not that great at this consistent blogging thing. Life seems to have gotten considerably busier since September. We’ve been trying to enjoy winter. Thankfully it’s been milder than usual so we hopefully made the most of it. This weekend is supposed to be in the -30C but suppose we can’t complain :)

 

We have a pretty good size hill right outside our door; so this year we packed it into a sled run. It surprisingly got very very slick. My adventure loving little girl didn’t seem to mind the speed and loved it!

Speaking of which, she’s been big into climbing anything and everything these days. Thankfully. It her crib yet but I’m sure that’s coming. I’m not a huge fan of this climbing thing but she seems to enjoy it. Our poor chickens met a tragic demise during the Fall. We thought we had extra secured their coop from predators but apparently it was not. Our neighbors just gave us their chickens. Tayley is thrilled to have “bawk bawks” again! She diligently checks them daily for food, water, and eggs. And they finally laid her an egg! She could not have been more excited for her discovery. Part of our life being more busy, is that my snowboard instructor brother broke his leg at the beginning of the season and has moved in with us while it heals. We also found out in October that I am expecting again. We have kept it pretty quiet as we’re still cautious and aware of what can happen. But we’re hopeful and optimistic for another healthy baby. At my first ultrasound they pushed my date back; so as of right now I’m almost halfway. I have another scan in a week so we’ll see if it changes again. I’m not sure how much she understands about it but, tayley is pretty excited about the baby.

She has 2 dolls that are her babies. They come everywhere with us and often cry almost as much as real babies. She says it’s because they need their mama so I’m getting practice at carrying them around while I make her food or change her diaper.

We’re working on weaning from breastfeeding and potty training before the new baby arrives in June/July. She does really well with. Oh when my husband is home so we’ve been trying to encourage that. She has music class and swimming with him and I’m finding things to do. Last weekend I went to a paint night in the city with my sister. I really enjoyed it so I might have to attend a few more!

So, that’s where we’re at! I’m sure there is more but those are the highlights. I find Instagram a lot easier to post on so I’m on there more frequently. But once again, I’ll attempt to post on here more ;)