What a difference a few weeks make. Since the last update, Daniel made his second debut as Batman. This year was a stellar candy harvest. A neighbor hooks a trailer to his four-wheeler and takes all the neighborhood kids on a hay-rack ride around the whole development to really rake in the sugary treats. For the most part, Daniel was more interested in riding and saving his seat on the hay-bale, so we didn't up with a belly -buster.

 

Our biggest news is Daniel's little sister, Chelsea Rachel Harringa. She joined us on November 10, and she's a gem. Everything from delivery to coming home has been so smooth, and we're all loving the adorable change in our lives. Daniel is all about his baby sister, though he's not into holding her just yet (all in due time). Every morning, he says, "Good morning Baby Sister!" and he's the first one to let us know if she needs anything. In fact, he thought she needed a cookie the other day, so we had to explain that babies are too little for sweet treats like that and that he should eat the cookie for her. At least he's sharing. The word "MINE" has infected the house, but that's no big surprise, and I can't blame anyone for laying claim after all the shake ups. Truly, this has been a miraculous week, and I would consider myself an even luckier mama if this continues. Chelsea is a great baby, and she, like her brother before her, is stealing hearts like crazy. When it comes to my kids, my heart is theirs for the taking.

 

We're fortunate to welcome some guests in the coming weeks also. Both sets of grandparents were here when Chelsea was born, Mimi Rachel (Em's mom) will be here this week, Aunt Jenny & "the cousins" will be here this weekend, and Grandma Judy will be here in the days before Thanksgiving. Ryan and I decided that we're going to stay in Kansas for Turkey Day this year. It's a little soon for travel with all of us, and it will be great to relax at home and enjoy what we're most thankful for.

 

Happy Thanksgiving to all and safe travels for anyone venturing out!!