Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Fall Hair Updates And Other Nonsense

Fall always sweeps in the crafty critters around here. I've picked up the needles and carried right along as if I never set them down. There is art work everywhere you look around in this house. I'm not even sure what to do with all of it.



I love it when these girls will let me take their pictures. It doesn't happen too often and is usually accompanied by some grumbling and eye rolling, but that only makes me love the end result even more. Middle school girls. It wasn't so long ago that they were little kids themselves, and I know I say it all the time and I must sound like a broken record, but please remember that time will not slow down. Kids grow up much faster than you think they will and certainly much faster than you'd like. There is no going back.



I love hanging out with them, they are so much fun, and after a long day of baby duty it is nice to settle in with just a few of the older kids, even if it's just for a couple of minutes. They are so smart and funny and it's interesting to hear their ideas and their perspectives on things.

Sidhe and I recently decided to flat iron her hair. It's the new thing. And while it takes about 30 minutes each time, I told her I'd help her as often as I could. Plus I think I can get it down to 20 with a little bit of practice. And eventually she'll have to enlist the help of her sisters, Maija already offered, but can I just tell you how hot the iron is? I mean, it's HOT. We'll keep practicing.



Ruari was kind enough to let me take some pictures of her this morning, sporting her new haircut. She is off to a great start in 6th grade and I love that she gets to have one year together with Sidhe and Maija before they move on to high school. The past 2 years they've had different schools and separate schedules so it's nice to be back on the same page.





Of course nothing says fall better than baked goods. Our neighbors brought us an apple pie the other day and it was delicious. It was also gone almost immediately, everyone loves pie!

















Oscar and Saoirse have been hanging out a lot more lately. Reading books, playing dinosaurs, stuff like that, and while there's still quite a bit of bickering and the occasional pinch or foot to the face, I've noticed them engaging in quite a bit of peaceful creative play that involves problem solving and negotiating. It's really lovely to witness.





Maija was insistent upon going much shorter than usual and really wanted some layers. I think she knows what she's talking about.



The hairdresser asked me if I was her sister. Ummmm. No, but you did just get a bigger tip you crafty hairdresser you.











Otherwise, it's life as usual around here and I am grateful for it as always.



Everyone is at school and this little girl is trying to convince me that she doesn't require a nap today, but I'm not so sure....Time will tell.










Tuesday, October 11, 2011

The Harvest

This picture was actually taken 2 years ago when the twins were still toddlers....



Looking back at old photos today has gotten me excited about taking some new fall shots this year, but first we must decorate and celebrate the harvest.









I've been feeling the tug and pull of my crafter's heart lately and have embraced it fully. Big things are happening in my craft room presently. Tons of organizing and sorting as I gear up for the Holiday craft rush. I can't believe how excited I am to finally get things arranged properly. I'll take some pictures of it soon, but for now a basket of knits will have to suffice. We're busy around here, which is probably why I only post once a month nowadays and don't feel like typing much, but it's a good sort of busy....













One year later and I'm still trying to let go. Forgiveness is perhaps one of life's greatest challenges.











Fall is pretty much my favorite.

















We need to start preparing our costumes (this picture is also 2 years old).



As is this...



Can you tell I'm getting excited about the next few months?







And would you ever believe that the time has come to get serious about high school for these two lovely ladies? My heart swells (and aches) just thinking about it....Seriously, weren't they just in kindergarten?





I don't have too much time to feel sad it about though because not only are we about to enter the holiday season, but there are also a bunch of birthdays coming up. I promise I'll take tons of pictures.